BMW S 1000 R versus Honda NC 750 X
BMW S 1000 R
Naked
Honda NC 750 X
Crossover
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2014 bis 2024~
Built von 2014 bis 2024~
RRP 16.000 €
RRP 8.499 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Full of performance ...
- .. but still easy to control
- high-quality workmanship
- cool sound
Pros:
- Light and manoeuvrable
- Easy to ride - also suitable for beginners
- Beautiful V2-like sound
- Practical storage compartment
- Motor develops torque far below
- cost-effective maintenance, low consumption
Cons:
- Pillion operation only for emergencies
- Sitting position for some people probably too sporty
Cons:
- a bit emotionless because almost too perfect
- Windscreen with standard windscreen only 1b
- Performance sufficient, but not sporty
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.450 mm
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 814 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 199 (max: 407 ) kg
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 814 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 199 (max: 407 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.525 mm
Length : 2.210 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat : 800 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 214 (max: 429 ) kg
Length : 2.210 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat : 800 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 214 (max: 429 ) kg
Engine
Motor design: In-line four-cylinder 4-stroke 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 50 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 50 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: Number 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 745 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 77 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 745 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 77 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 261 km/h
Performance: 165 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 114 NM bei 9.250 U/Min Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 266 km
Performance: 165 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 114 NM bei 9.250 U/Min Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 266 km
Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 59 HP at 6.750 U/Min
Torque: 69 NM bei 4.750 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 403 km
Performance: 59 HP at 6.750 U/Min
Torque: 69 NM bei 4.750 U/Min Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 403 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Aluminium composite bridge frame, motor supporting (aluminium) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 117 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR 17
Aluminium composite bridge frame, motor supporting (aluminium) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 117 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR 17
Frame type:
Tubular steel frame (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 41 mm (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 120 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70-ZR17M/C
Rear tyres: 160/60-ZR17M/C
Tubular steel frame (steel) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 41 mm (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 120 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70-ZR17M/C
Rear tyres: 160/60-ZR17M/C
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Front brake
Single disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 240 mm)
Single disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 240 mm)
Conclusion - what sticks
The S 1000 R is basically a double R, from which the fairing has been removed and the torque curve on country roads has been optimised. It is super sporty, which can be an disadvantage and a disadvantage at the same time. If you want to sit upright on your streetfighter, you are out of place here. If you are looking for proximity to the front wheel and asphalt, you will find it here!In any case, we had tons of driving fun and did not feel overwhelmed despite the immense performance. This is exactly why you have to compliment BMW: Not all manufacturers succeed in putting such a grenade on the wheels for (almost) everyone. To anticipate misunderstandings: Of course, this motorcycle is not a beginner's machine!
The test machine was kindly provided by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg - thank you!
Conclusion - what gets stuck
The NC 750 X is one of Honda's top 3 sellers. No wonder, because as mentioned at the beginning there are hardly any competitors that would be comparable with this bike. It is incredibly practical, agile, easy to drive, affordable and offers the proverbial Honda quality. However, the NC would not be dojustice if it were simply reduced to these virtues, because it is also really fun! Appropriately, we also liked the sound thanks to the lifting pin offset. Beautifully bollerig and untemrum bassy, the Twin roars in front of it. Almost like a V2, especially when you're gasping.Overall, Honda succeeds with the NC 750 X a small, fine funbike that has not unjustly found many fans over the years. This certainly does not include the announcers and announcers of the motorcycle meeting, but rather "real" motorcyclists, who use their bike a lot and often. So all those who have to be able to rely on their mobile base, because they are not only gurgling to the iceman in fair weather, but on the daily commute or for longer journeys. And that's exactly what the Honda NC 750 X is made for.
The test machine was provided to us by motofun from Kaltenkirchen - thank you very much!
