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34 <strong>SuperBike</strong> Key features of the new BMW F 900 R and F 900 XR: • The new BMW F 900 R: the dynamic roadster for purist riding pleasure. think it’s an important step closer making bikes more attractive to new riders, lady riders and older gentleman, the lack of weight is very apparent when manoeuvring the bikes and for that reason alone, I think they BMW will sell a lot of these two models. The bikes are offered in three colour and style variants each for an unmistakable sense of character. The new F 900 R is available in Blackstorm metallic, San Marino Blue metallic and Style Sport in Hockenheim Silver metallic/Racing Red. In addition to Light White, the new F 900 XR offers the two Style variants Style Exclusive in Galvanic Gold metallic and Sport in Racing Red. • The new BMW F 900 XR: a genuine “XR” for the mid-range. • The powerful common backbone integrates the further developed 2-cylinder in-line engine with an increased capacity of 895 cc (previously 853 cc). • Further enhanced output and torque: 77 kW at 8 750 rpm and 92 Nm at 6 500 rpm. • More than 87 Nm torque in the relevant lower speed range from 4 500 to 8 500 rpm. • High level of running smoothness due to two opposed counterbalance shafts. • Two riding modes “Rain” and “Road” as well as ABS and ASC as standard. • Riding Modes Pro with two further riding modes as well as Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), ABS Pro, Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) and engine drag torque control (MSR) as ex works options. • Steel bridge frame for optimum rigidity, robustness and riding precision. • Newly developed slim steel rear frame. • World first in motorcycle construction: light, plastic-welded fuel tanks with a capacity of 13 litres (F 900 R) and 15.5 litres (F 900 XR). • Front upside-down telescopic fork and aluminium double-sided swinging arm with rear central suspension strut. • Spring travel: 135 mm (F 900 R) and 170 mm (F 900 XR) at front, 142 mm (F 900 R) and 172 mm (F 900 XR) at rear. • Electronic suspension adjustment Dynamic ESA at rear as an ex works option. • ABS Pro for even greater safety when braking at an angle as an ex works option. • Sophisticated ergonomics and numerous seat alternatives. • Fairing with practical wind and weather protection and adjustable windshield (F 900 XR). • Adaptive Cornering Light unique in the mid-range as part of the ex works option Headlight Pro. • Perfectly readable colour 6.5-inch TFT screen with BMW motorcycle connectivity as standard. • Powerful LED lighting units all round as standard. • Keyless Ride for convenient activation of the locking functions by remote control as an ex works option. • F 900 R in dynamic roadster design with muscular front section, aggressive headlight graphics and short, slim rear section. • F 900 XR in Adventure Sport look with striking contours and sporty, dynamic fairing. • High-quality workmanship down to the last detail. • Three powerful colour and style variants each for unmistakable roadster and adventure sport characters. • Extensive range of optional extras and Original BMW Motorrad Accessories as well as rider equipment. BMW R 900 R Prices: F 900 R from R164 700 F 900 XR from R169 100
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