BMW S 1000 R versus Moto Guzzi V100

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW S 1000 R

Naked
Moto Guzzi

Moto Guzzi V100

Sporttourer

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2014 bis 2024~
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
RRP 16.000 €
RRP 15.499 €
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Pros:
  • Full of performance ...
  • .. but still easy to control
  • high-quality workmanship
  • cool sound
Pros:
  • engine with a strong character
  • gorgeous V2 sound
  • snappy brakes
  • good technical equipment
  • typical Guzzi feeling goes along
Cons:
  • Pillion operation only for emergencies
  • Sitting position for some people probably too sporty
Cons:
  • Clutch separates a bit sticky at first

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
Wheelbase: 1.486 mm
Length :
2.125 mm Height : 1.210 mm
Seat :
815 mm
Weight :
233 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
Motor design: 90° V2 engine 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.042 ccm
Hub: 72 mm
Hole: 96 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kardan
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
Maximum speed: 220 km/h
Performance: 115 HP at 8.700 U/Min
Torque: 105 NM bei 6.750 U/Min
Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
362 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
Frame type:
bridge frame; Motor supporting (steel)
Front suspension:
Kayaba 41mm USD (travel 130mm)
Rear suspension:
Kayaba mono strut (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu single-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 120/70 R17
Rear tyres: 190/55 R17

Brakes

Front brake
Double disc ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc ( 220 mm)
Front brake
Radial mounted Brembo 4-piston calipers ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Brembo 2-piston caliper ( 280 mm) floating mounted

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!

Price/Availability/Colours/Years of construction

  • Price: from 14.740 €
  • Used (7 years old): 8.000€
  • Years of construction: since 2014
  • Colours: red, grey-yellow, white-blue-red

Result

The new V100 from Moto Guzzi is a very well-equipped sports tourer with many strengths and few weaknesses. It is beguilingly beautiful and fortunately has not lost the typical Guzzi character despite all the changes. Guzzi's model policy is understandable: If you like it more puristic, take the V100. If you want the full Tec hut including semi-active Öhlins suspension, smartphone Gedaddel and QuichShifter, opt for the V100S. No matter which version you choose: The V100 owner can expect a great bike with lots of riding fun!
 
The test machine was provided by Moto Italia. Here the Moto Guzzi V100 stands as a demonstrator and is happy about test riders. Then it is best to drive north-west towards Holstein Switzerland - there are a lot of curves here and also the motorway chase over the A20 is possible. At Moto Italia (the name says it all) there are also other Italian beauties from Aprilia, Vespa and Piaggio. Just drop by...

Price/availability/colours/years of construction

  • Price: 15.500€
  • Availability: from 02/2023
  • Colours: red, white