[Razzy]

We teased you with the BMW HP4 last week, and now the Bavarians have made their tuned-S1000RR officially official. Starting with the top-selling superbike from the German company, BMW has taken the S1000RR and made it the track weapon of choice. The lightest four-cylinder superstock bike on the market at 373 lbs dry (with ABS), the BMW HP4 is also the first motorcycle to get BMW’s Dynamic Damping Control (DDC), a computer controlled semi-active suspension system.

Getting a number of improvements over the S1000RR, the BMW HP4 maintains the same 193hp peak horsepower figure, but gets a boost from more mid-range torque. As we said, the BMW HP4 is also more svelte than its predecessor, as it sits at 439 lbs / 199 kg at the curb with the fuel tank 90% full — a full 13 lbs lighter when wet, and 26 lbs lighter when dry. Other changes include a revised traction control system, launch control, quick-shifter, and a 200/55 ZR 17 rear-tire size.

The big news here of course is the inclusion of the BMW DDC system to the BMW HP4. Automatically detecting and adapting to the road conditions, the DDC suspension will automatically adjust the HP4′s rebound and compression settings on-the-fly. Allowing for a stiffer ride when blasting through corners, and a more supple ride when cruising on the open road, BMW’s Dynamic Damping Control system is something we are looking forward to experiencing first-hand.

Helping complete the package of HP4′s added power and refined suspension is the bike’s upgraded braking system. Now featuring Brembo radial monoblocks and Brembo 9x floating discs, BMW has also evolved the parameters of its Race ABS package to meet the on-track demands of the HP4. Meanwhile. the HP4′s massive weight savings come courtesy of the forges wheels, lighter sprocket carrier, titanium exhaust, and lighter battery.

BMW makes no qualms about announcing that the HP4 is a homologation special for its racing efforts. As such, the HP4 is set to be an exclusive motorcycle from BMW. There is no word yet on pricing for the BMW HP4 — though we expect it to be well upwards of $20,000 here in the United States.

http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bike...d-bmw-s1000rr/
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho....php?p=6975392

[HPFREAK]

If I was to start ridding bikes, this is the one I would go with.

[Razzy]

Originally Posted by HPFREAK

If I was to start ridding bikes, this is the one I would go with.

Last thing you wan't to do is start on this bike.

[HotIce]

Originally Posted by Razzy

Last thing you wan't to do is start on this bike.

This.

[EmmettBrown]

Originally Posted by HPFREAK

If I was to start ridding bikes, this is the one I would go with.

no offense to you personally, but that was probably one of the stupidest things i've read on this forum for awhile (excluding off-topic section)

[.b0link]

It will be mine...oh yes...it will be mine.

[Razzy]

Originally Posted by EmmettBrown

no offense to you personally, but that was probably one of the stupidest things i've read on this forum for awhile (excluding off-topic section)

Lol you're not the only one who thought that way too many people think of motorcycles like cars. They don't understand the phenominal differences.

Originally Posted by .b0link

It will be mine...oh yes...it will be mine.

Do let me know when you get one. I want pics and videos

[.b0link]

Originally Posted by Razzy

Do let me know when you get one. I want pics and videos

It will probably be a few years...but one day lol.

We will see how much money I have saved up after my next deployment. My motorcycle addiction is already expensive enough as it is.

[HPFREAK]

Originally Posted by EmmettBrown

no offense to you personally, but that was probably one of the stupidest things i've read on this forum for awhile (excluding off-topic section)

Because I like it and would want it as my first bike that makes it dumb? Watever dude. I have ridden bikes before but have not owned one. I have ridden my friends Buell and R1. Everything I have read about the 1000RR makes me think it would be first bike I would want to own. So go take a long walk off a short pier. I swear there are so many jerks on forums it makes me puke.

[.b0link]

Originally Posted by HPFREAK

Because I like it and would want it as my first bike that makes it dumb? Watever dude. I have ridden bikes before but have not owned one. I have ridden my friends Buell and R1. Everything I have read about the 1000RR makes me think it would be first bike I would want to own. So go take a long walk off a short pier. I swear there are so many jerks on forums it makes me puke.

Orlly? You once rode a R1 AND a Buell! My god!

[patrick1]

HPFreak: Get yourself a good Sportsbike in the 600cc range and ride it often. You will have a lot of fun and learn a lot with the seat time. After a year consider the BMW. Looking out for your health/safety.

[kyleb350]

That is an insane power to weight ratio!

[EmmettBrown]

Originally Posted by HPFREAK

Because I like it and would want it as my first bike that makes it dumb? Watever dude. I have ridden bikes before but have not owned one. I have ridden my friends Buell and R1. Everything I have read about the 1000RR makes me think it would be first bike I would want to own. So go take a long walk off a short pier. I swear there are so many jerks on forums it makes me puke.

you're right, i'm a jerk; but read what you just posted.

you have ridden two bikes before - oh gee, i'm sorry. that automatically qualifies you to own a S1000RR as a FIRST bike - my apologies. have fun with that one and tell me how it goes.

jackass.

[.b0link]

Originally Posted by EmmettBrown

jackass.

QFT

[Motif]

Originally Posted by HPFREAK

Because I like it and would want it as my first bike that makes it dumb? Watever dude. I have ridden bikes before but have not owned one. I have ridden my friends Buell and R1. Everything I have read about the 1000RR makes me think it would be first bike I would want to own. So go take a long walk off a short pier. I swear there are so many jerks on forums it makes me puke.

Dildo. You are one.

[MrClean335i]

Originally Posted by Motif

Dildo. You are one.

AHAHAHAHAHA

[MrClean335i]

Originally Posted by HPFREAK

If I was to start ridding bikes, this is the one I would go with.

For a first bike I suggest going with a 250cc. The Ninja 250 is an excellent starter bike. Spend at least a year and move on to 600cc. After you dominate the 600cc completely then you can get yourself a liter bike.

[Razzy]

Lmao at the "I've ridden this and that bike so I can get whatever first bike I want"

I swear people should have to have a minimum Intelligence level before even being able get or ride any bike.

My god, some people are fucked.

[blender]

"I've ridden this and that bike, so I can get whatever first bike I want" ...

"I've sparred a few times, I think I'll challenge Chuck Norris...."

[Motif]

Originally Posted by rclem05

"I've ridden this and that bike, so I can get whatever first bike I want" ...

"I've sparred a few times, I think I'll challenge Chuck Norris...."

^oh wow. I remember that vid. Luckiest bloke of last decade.

[Z4-VILLA]

I bought a 2.5 z4 then went onto a 3.2 Z4M. I agree gain experience, then self promote into a higher class. But I don't see the need for the profanity.

That said, fuck, that Bike makes me wanna sell the fuckin Z4M so goddamn bad, I may have to bitchslap myself across the fucking face right before I make a dickheaded decision like that.

fuck.

[.b0link]

Originally Posted by Z4-VILLA

I bought a 2.5 z4 then went onto a 3.2 Z4M. I agree gain experience, then self promote into a higher class. But I don't see the need for the profanity.

That said, fuck, that Bike makes me wanna sell the fuckin Z4M so goddamn bad, I may have to bitchslap myself across the fucking face right before I make a dickheaded decision like that.

fuck.

Hell I've been riding 600s for 8 years on the track and still haven't promoted myself lol