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M PERFORMANCE OFFICIALLY DEBUTS IN BMW MOTORRAD
I t was only a matter of time before BMW ’ s iconic M racing division came to the party and helped BMW Motorrad produce something truly special , and that time has finally come with the unveiling of the M1000RR . Making its debut alongside the newly redesigned M3 and M4 sportscars , the M1000RR is , as the name implies , heavily based on BMW ’ s S1000RR . This isn ’ t the first collaboration between BMW Motorrad and the M Division , with the two having already introduced the successful M vehicle offer strategy at the end of 2018 for motorcycles ( the S1000RR in particular ) and has been offering M optional equipment and M performance parts ever since . The new M1000RR uses a water-cooled inline four-cylinder engine based on the already established RR power train . Updates include BMW ShiftCam technology for varying valve timing and valve lift that has been modified comprehensively in the direction of a racing sport engine . Peak power is claimed as 212hp ( 156 kW ) at
14,500rpm , while maximum torque of 113Nm is achieved at 11,000rpm . In addition to an increased redline to 15,100rpm , the M-RR engine has extensive technical refinements over the base S1000RR engine such as new two-ring forged pistons from Mahle , adapted combustion chambers , higher compression of 13.5:1 , longer and lighter titanium connecting rods from Pankl , slimmer and lighter rocker arms , fully machined intake ports with new duct geometry as well as optimisations on camshafts and intake area . The lightweight exhaust system is also made of titanium . The new M-RR engine is even more powerful than the RR power train in the range from 6000rpm to 15,100rpm , a range that is particularly relevant for race track driving dynamics , but without losing its qualities as a fascinating source of power for sporty driving on country roads . Aesthetically there is plenty to set the new M bike aside from the “ lesser ” S1000RR . The new M-RR emphasises its racing genes
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