BMW Motorrad has launched the 2026 iteration of the S 1000 R supernaked at a price of Rs 21.27 lakh (ex-showroom, India). This time, it features a split-headlight design, more in line with the S 1000 RR supersport, among other changes.
- 2026 BMW S 1000 R produces 170hp and 114Nm
- Available in 3 variants and 3 packages
- Claimed 0-100 time of 3.2 seconds, 250kph top speed (limited)
2026 BMW S 1000 R: What’s new?
S 1000 R's kerb weight is 199kg; it is 196kg with the M Sport Package.
For 2026, the S 1000 R adopts a markedly different approach to its front end, with a split-headlight design. The outgoing model featured a single vertical headlight setup, reminiscent of the G 310 R, which was not well-received by purists, to say the least. Now, BMW has gone back to the drawing board and overhauled the S 1000 R’s face, making it look like a fitting naked counterpart to the S 1000 RR supersport.
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The bike continues to use the same 999cc inline-4 liquid-cooled engine, now producing 170hp at 11,000rpm (up by 5hp) and 114Nm at 9,250rpm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox. BMW claims a 0-100kph time of 3.2 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 250kph. Kerb weight stands at 199kg (reduced to 196kg with the M Sport Package), while fuel tank capacity is rated at 16.5 litres.
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BMW says the S 1000 R comes equipped with a host of standard features such as LED lights with Headlight Pro, M Quick Action throttle and Drag Torque Control – a system that detects abrupt throttle closure or rear-wheel slippage and reopens the throttle valves to stabilise the bike. It also offers three riding modes (Road, Rain and Dynamic), all managed via a 6.5-inch TFT display.
The S 1000 R is offered in three variants – Standard (Rs 21.27 lakh), Pro (Rs 22.87 lakh) and Pro M Sport (Rs 27.68 lakh). The Standard and Style Sport are available in black, while the Style Sport can also be had in a special blue shade with greenish-yellow accents.
In typical BMW fashion, no high-performance model feels complete without an M Sport Package. In the S 1000 R, the M Sport Package adds both functional and aesthetic enhancements. It introduces the exclusive M-tricolour livery, along with an M Sport seat and M fuel-filler cap.
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Weight reduction comes via an M Sport exhaust, lightweight battery, M Endurance chain (with lower maintenance needs and a shorter secondary gear ratio) and forged wheels in place of the standard cast aluminium ones. The rear tyre grows from 190 section to 200 section to suit the forged wheel. Altogether, these modifications deliver a 3kg weight saving.
Beyond these, BMW offers the Dynamic Package and Comfort Package, which are optional and designed to unlock or enhance functionality.
Dynamic Package:
This package brings semi-active suspension (Dynamic Damping Control in BMW’s terminology), a bi-directional quickshifter, Pro riding modes and an engine spoiler.
Comfort Package:
Focused on convenience, it adds keyless go, cruise control, a tyre-pressure monitoring system and heated grips.
BMW S 1000 R: Pricing and rivals
Rivals the likes of the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP, Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS and Ducati Streetfighter V4
Starting from Rs 21.27 (ex-showroom, India), the S 1000 R rivals the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP (Rs 12.36 lakh) at the lower end of the segment, while being pricier than the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS (Rs 20.39 lakh) and slotting below the Ducati Streetfighter V4 (Rs 24.62 lakh). Earlier this month, the S 1000 R was launched at Rs 19.90 lakh, the current price has been increased to Rs 21.27 lakh after GST 2.0.
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