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2020 BMW F900R Review
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4 жыл бұрын2020 BMW F900R Review: It seems BMW have seen the success Yamaha has had with the MT-09 and wants a slice of that cake! That's my take on where the new for 2020 F900 R sits in the UK bike market anyway. I've been wanting to ride this cute looking bike ever since I rode it's sibling the F900 XR a few days ago and thanks to those nice people at Bahnstormer in Maidenhead, I've now had the chance!...here's how I got on in my first ride review...
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@kiwiabroad8390 4 жыл бұрын
I will never trade my S1000R Sport in for one of these parallel twins but I concede they probably make sensible ‘real world’ bikes. Another good first impressions review thanks.
@BritishBoy1971 4 жыл бұрын
I've been away for a while (your channel-wise, not prison. lol. Must be 2 years now!) and it was a pleasure to watch and listen to this video. The information you give the viewers in your videos is phenomenal and very consistent. Thank you very much and keep up the good work! 🙂👍
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Where have you bee Rottie!! ...and it's good to have you back!! Boy do you have some catching up to do!!
@Shah_creates 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such a thorough evaluation of this bike! You are, refreshingly, the only reviewer who preferred this over its XR brother. Which makes me happy since I prefer the hunched streetfighter style.
@Kenneth_Noyb 4 жыл бұрын
A pop filter on your mic or a better one would be lovely please 🤩
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the advice!
@Carvetii 4 жыл бұрын
Shows how times have changed when we're calling a 900cc a cute little bike.
@maxflight777 4 жыл бұрын
Shane Hepworth to be honest a lot of us now weigh 25% more than when we were 18 ..... so a 25% upgrade in engine caps is welcome !
@stevetaylor8698 4 жыл бұрын
@@maxflight777 It is the same with cars though. They have grown. When I started driving, 1100cc was very much the norm for an engine. And a modern Ford Fiesta is now bigger than a mark one Ford Escort (which was the Ford Focus of its day).
@jonpram1737 4 жыл бұрын
@@stevetaylor8698 What I like to call the golf factor. The original hot hatch is now an expensive family sized car, and the polo that sort of took over from it as the small car has now been replaced by the ... up? lol I know with cars a lot of the size issafety things and such - my father in law has a CX3 and that car is friggin tiny inside, but it's a bit of a chonker outside thanks to all the safety stuff... plus the fake SUV styling (it's a mazda 2 really). With bikes... I think it's the change from people buying them as cheap transport to weekend toys combined with emissions regs. Bigger engines for a while now have been the way to get more power past the pipe sniffers. In part I've noticed we're now far more focused on torque numbers than we used to be 20 years ago ... but I rather think that's probably just a result of their marketing campaigns to tell use why the penguin friendlier engines are as fun.
@leooostveen4435 4 жыл бұрын
@@maxflight777 Funny, when I read that I grabbed the calculator!
@ripmax333 4 жыл бұрын
there was a time that a 300cc was considered a proper big bike when 30hp were more than enough. I still think they are but what I'm about is that motorcycles are so expensive nowadays, a Honda cb500f is considered a learner bike it costs reasonably well but 10k for a motorcycle it's kinda a ridiculous price for just 2 wheels.
@captainaverage721 4 жыл бұрын
Not usually a fan of BMW's styling, but that's one nice looking bike👍
@hyperthunk 4 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Some of the better looks I've seen from BMW.
@alexshmalex 4 жыл бұрын
Your gloves look like they are providing an answer from a Magic 8 ball!
@leonfisher 2 ай бұрын
Four year old review and I'm glad you have a better microphone now. 😁
@iandeasy9631 5 ай бұрын
I went and road tested one of these on the back of this review and was very impressed. My current Z1000SX is a great bike but very serious, this while not as fast is definitely a lot more fun and the SE model I went for has everything on it. Pick it up Saturday and can't wait 🏍️
@TheMissendenFlyer 5 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the new bike!
@thecivvie 4 жыл бұрын
The TFT display is something else. A lot of other companies need to learn from them
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@fyorbane 4 жыл бұрын
Also the 2020 Kawasaki TFT dash on the Z900, Ninja 1000SX and a couple of others in their line up is a great and easy to read TFT. In fact some professional journo's are saying it's the best dash of them all [including BMW].
@thecivvie 4 жыл бұрын
@@fyorbane I think that @TheMissendenFlyer should do a side by side comparison 😉😉😉
@gdscheiwe01 4 жыл бұрын
The only “cute” things I want in my life are the young woman making my fancy coffee drink and the puppy that distracts my wife from the purchase of a new motorcycle. Great review! Peace!
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Like your style!
@willwye410 4 жыл бұрын
Hopefully the puppy will also distract your wife from your appreciation of the young coffee woman = unless of course they're one & the same woman?
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
....I wish!
@jammydodgerman 4 жыл бұрын
@Outdoors Bushman It took four replies, but we got there
@davidh5970 4 жыл бұрын
Had test ride of the F900r yesterday. Had F800GT for last 3 years and was concerned about the forward lean on this bike. It instantly reminded me of a Street Triple I had years ago but the forward lean is not as agressive as the Street and it does not impact upon the wrists. The riding was effortless, the engine great and gear change flawless. Its a naked and considering I have a tourer I didnt think it was an issue even at 70 mph. Compared to the F 800GT its a completely different bike - leagues ahead and you can throw it around corners like a Street - and it can be very civil if you want it to. Agree with your comments TMF - only one complaint the seat is a plank - however easily resolved with a gel insert as the Bike is comfortable in standard set up. I am 6. 1 so will need a higher seat. Placed a deposit on the Bike after the test ride on the day. Recommended
@richardcollins586 4 жыл бұрын
That TFT is lovely. Discounting the Rocket 3 which is an anomaly, I reckon the bike of the year will be the Ninja 1000 SX, looks gorgeous! Sports tourers are making a come back.
@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne 4 жыл бұрын
I agree Rich. I think the current sports tourers take some beating, especially the Kwak.
@michaelhart5886 4 жыл бұрын
I agree. The 2020 Kawasaki ninja 1000sx might finally be the bike to replace my 2000 Honda vfr800fi
@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne 4 жыл бұрын
@@michaelhart5886 Well said. I have fancied a Z100sx for a while. I currently have a Honda NC750DCT which is fab for commuting (100mpg regularly) but I want something with a bit more gusto to add to it, but not with the riding position of the full on sports bike. The Z1000sx seems the perfect bike.
@daithimurphy1832 4 жыл бұрын
Just got rid of my 2017 SX after 6 months. No problems with the bike just very bland and boring. Also had a cheap feel to it but I suppose the aren't the most expensive tourers out there.
@hyperthunk 4 жыл бұрын
If I were having a zed thou, it'd be the naked. Touring wise I'd take the Versys 1000 if I wanted a cheap but brilliant Kwak tourer. The H2 is way too expensive to insure in the UK, esp in London!
@dgomes265 4 жыл бұрын
My F800r was awesome, put 90, 000 kms on it it was absolutely flawless. Used it mostly for sport touring with the wonderful BMW luggage. This looks really good and looking forward to a test ride. Currently on a R1200r (LC).
@stephencallil6512 4 жыл бұрын
Got a 21 year old F650 BMW with a ROTAX engine. It's done 92000kms ;does not use oil between change [3500] still on the original clutch , cam chain .and tensioner , Why does not BMW still use Rotax..Also got a 01 RSV 1000 with a ROTAX and it's brilliant. BMW I think are making a mistake going for a Chinese engine just to save a few dollars.
@maxflight777 4 жыл бұрын
stephen callil You ask a very good question! It’s all about “economies of scale” now - sadly. I agree the rotax singles (and lovely 800cc twins) were “playful” trusted. It’s interesting to note that Rotax supply over 50% of the engines used on light and sport aircraft. They are so reliable and perform well for their weight. Sadly, the economics of manufacturing in Slovenia and Austria mean that you can buy far cheaper in China. BMW’s atrocious start with the decompressor issues on the Chinese “Loncin” single, haven’t deflected them from this path. It’s only a matter of time till your R1250GS has a Chinese designed and manufactured engine imho.
@impact0r 4 жыл бұрын
F650s were manufactured by Aprilia.
@maxflight777 4 жыл бұрын
impact0r TOTALLY incorrect - google LONCIN G650GS single! It’s been made in China since 2008 ! A long time ! Do keep up
@impact0r 4 жыл бұрын
@@maxflight777 I'm correct. Aprilia was making the BMW F650 (the twin of Aprilia Pegaso which had slightly better tuned Rotax) at least till 2001, and OPs bike is from 1999 or older. Even though later on BMW started making f650 themselves, they still used whole lot of Italian Pegaso parts in it, and throughout the later lifecycle both bikes were very much joint effort. Do catch up.
@maxflight777 4 жыл бұрын
impact0r YOU are very odd ! My comment was a polite reply to Stephen who asked “Why do BMW not still use Rotax ?” He asked a good question. I explained; that China has featured more since 2007, (100% since 2008) due economics of scale... Then you rudely, “but in” with some ancient history from 2001? I’m baffled by your contributions mate. FFS we are not talking about the OP’s bike ... we are trying to discuss why Rotax have been ditched by BMW .
@anthonyward1698 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the honest review. It’s a bike I’m interested in to replace my Honda CB500F, as I want more power but still a naked bike. I thought the written review in MCN was really negative, as they spent more time comparing it to the XR, that they’d previously reviewed, and talked about that more so it gave me the impression that they didn’t really have an open mind about the R. You and a couple of other viewers could manage to detach themselves from the XR and give an honest review whilst riding it, so I thank you. It’s defiant top of my list now, thanks to such a well considered review from yourself.
@zackspencer2179 4 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this review ever since BMW announced the 900r! Great stuff!
@palantir135 4 жыл бұрын
No, I’m too old for these kind of bikes. I no longer want an attack bike; that doesn’t mean I don’t like a bike that has a bit of power. Around 100-120 bhp is very nice and more than enough in the real world. I need weather protection in my country (NL) and I need an more or less upright seating position so the xr or similar bikes are preferred by me; in other words an allroad or a not to extreme sports tourer. The tank capacity is too small for a bit of touring and commuting.
@palantir135 4 жыл бұрын
d zora maybe but then I’d buy the xr because that one already has a big screen and an upright seating position.
@stevetaylor8698 4 жыл бұрын
@@palantir135 Have to agree with you. I don't want an all singing/dancing 1200rt, so I have had to settle for a V-Strom 650 though it will never see an off road trail as long as I own it. My ideal bike would be a middle size engine, say 70hp, nice comfortable saddle with upright riding position, a fairing and luggage - a BMW r80rt!
@palantir135 4 жыл бұрын
steve taylor I’ve had the vstrom, brilliant do it all bike. I wanted a bit more power so I have a Honda cbf1000f sports tourer now. Also a very nice bike but I’m going to put some risers in the handle bar for a more upright position.
@maxflight777 4 жыл бұрын
palantir135 you might need weather protection in NL (as they do in the UK).... but some of us live in warm climates and rather enjoy naked bikes ! 😀
@palantir135 4 жыл бұрын
Max Flight i agree but do you really need that amount of power in the real world. And those bikes drink a lot more fuel and then you need a bigger tank.
@alanottley 4 жыл бұрын
Nice review as always. I must say that I am a fan of these new mid-weight BMW bikes. Thanks for reviewing them back to back!
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Yes me too - and my pleasure!
@johndavies9790 4 жыл бұрын
Bought a g310r on your recommendation last year and have to say that for my first bike it has been amazing. Due to a recal the bike has to go to my local dealer for new callipers next week. They have kindly agreed to let me test an f900r whilst they do the work, have a feeling I will be discussing trading the 310 towards one of these. Great review as always.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
A cunning move by the dealer!
@carlosandleon 4 жыл бұрын
I like the look of the old f800r with the square lights though
@colindeans5972 4 жыл бұрын
Looks good and sounds good. For me, the front end is missing something. Street Triple has the small screen / cowl which tidies up the interface between screen and bike which for me looks better. MT09 has an optional extra screen which deals with the same issue. Top drawer review again, thanks TMF.
@ianallen6748 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that TMF, it's been a while since I left a comment. I've got my name down to test ride that bike in a few weeks time. I always enjoy ur vlogs😊
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Good to hear from yo again Allen!
@shanecorrigan8427 4 жыл бұрын
Sorry, not sure if I posted this earlier. Try closing the throttle when you change between driving modes and the bike will change automatically. It saves pulling the clutch at all!
@daniilrusanau5849 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the review! Went to a local dealer today here in Dublin- they are so much more expensive here, unfortunately. That’s the downside of being on an island. Expensive delivery plus high VRT. Nonetheless,The bike is phenomenal for its money!
@garypunter412 4 жыл бұрын
First class review as always Andy. Well done sir. Love both the XR and this naked version. Couldn’t agree more on that blue colour, fantastic in the sunshine. Those TFT screens are brilliant and I like the Matt effect on it, so you can see it in direct sunshine ☀️ Keep up the good @TMF. I will be watching. 👍👍
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Gary!
@christopherpoulson3608 4 жыл бұрын
Nice looking bike and after another great review, I am very much looking forward to taking one out for a ride.
@user-xp9xm9ws4z 4 жыл бұрын
Don't understand why BMW limit the launch colours across the same range, guaranteed ill buy the XR then they will bring out a blue and M series white ... grrrr
@rayb5394 4 жыл бұрын
Here in the USA BMW basically has only 2 or 3 main option packages lumped together
@wiseguy724 4 жыл бұрын
This vs 2020 Street Triple RS? Does the low end grunt make up for the extra weight compared to the RS?
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
I've not ridden the 2020 but I bet I would take one over this any day - I love the Streetie and the triple engine sounds glorious...
@wiseguy724 4 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer thanks for the reply, I figured as much
@SuPpOsEdLyThIsIsCoOl 4 жыл бұрын
Great vid. But one thing that wasn’t mentioned was excitement. Pretty sure you won’t be able to ride a z900 or mt09 without mentioning excitement which has got to be a key ingredient for a naked
@plymouthjanner8940 4 жыл бұрын
Love the rev counter with the numbers getting bigger as you accelerate. Easily pleased.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Me too - I also like the way the rev limit (red line) increases as the engine warms....
@andrewspooner8146 4 жыл бұрын
Does this bike deserve to be compared to the likes of the Street triple, MT09 and KTM790? I feel a good comparison would be the GSX S750 and Aprillia Shiver. I say this due to the price, performance and weight. The others listed above a more full on and hooligan bikes in my mind and all about middle weight naked high performance. I love the look of the bike and considering selling my own GSX S750 for one. My main concern is can I have fun on it? I have had a Street triple 675R (2013 model) and wonder if I would get a similar amount of performance and fun?. Great review as always.
@dgomes265 4 жыл бұрын
Andrew Spooner It does and is a high quality bike unlike MT09. The KTM and MTO9 will outperform it but, is a more versatile bike than both. It can tour or e a semi hooligan bike.
@giwrgoszygomitros9639 4 жыл бұрын
@@dgomes265 why would tis bike be more versatile? Any reason behind that comment? Also don't sell your gsxs 750 for this, the engine on your bike is a million times better
@dgomes265 4 жыл бұрын
Giwrgos Zygomitros Luggage, Pillion, ESA. The other 2 bikes are performance focused. I am on an 2017 R1200r. Now after owning a F800r.
@slakk5093 4 жыл бұрын
@@dgomes265 maybe you are a bit biased? BMW fan? :D
@giwrgoszygomitros9639 4 жыл бұрын
@@dgomes265 well the mt09 can do this too. You will pay for the Esa as much as you would pay for a good suspension for the yamaha. Ktm is more performance focused, i agree. But looks like you are a bit biased.
@maxflight777 4 жыл бұрын
Thought I’d accidentally peeked at the BMW website for a moment... all praise and worship !
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Sorry Max - really struggling to find negative things to say about this one! Mew bikes are all pretty good but normally there's something to complain about....not so much with this one!
@mindspinn311 4 жыл бұрын
I somewhat miss the old F 800 S but this new engine is so much better. It’s interesting how many people have said they prefer the R over the XR. I rode the XR and there was a lot to like, but it won’t be replacing my Tiger 800, not yet. I need to ride the R.
@robertwbeams9929 4 жыл бұрын
Great ride 'with you' today. Great bike, I guess a Yeeehaaa says it all! It ticks almost all my boxes. If only it were shaft drive.
@MrAndrew1953 4 жыл бұрын
The blue is very nice though I think Id prefer the model with the fairing and taller screen. Topbox and heated grips would make it a good urban, weekend tourer. Twins seem to be the default engine for this genre in terms of price point.
@petewebb6952 4 жыл бұрын
Good review thank you. If I was in the market I might be more inclined towards the R1200R and have the shaft drive.
@jsprite123 4 жыл бұрын
The only minor issue I have with the R1200R is that its headlight is not LED. 2021 year model, maybe?
@diegocella6791 4 жыл бұрын
TMF don't talk bad about motorcycle because he is too polite!
@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne 4 жыл бұрын
This would certainly be in contention as a second bike in Bibs garage...
@mrcintheuk4641 4 жыл бұрын
You need to get yourself a test ride on the Z900! Far better than the MT09 in my opinion. I've test ridden the 2017 Z900 twice. Once for a town ride and once for a country road ride Decided not to have a 3rd as I would have bought it! Get yourself over to Onyerbike and have a ride on their demo. No difference in the 2020 version other than a TFT screen, two riding modes (that it didn't need) and the seat is slightly higher.
@davidkennedy9873 4 жыл бұрын
I am with you on the F900R definitely prefer it to the XR. Bought the F800GT last year and now wondering if BMW will bring out an F900GT not that I'm unhappy with the one I've got of course lol.
@ianbell7630 Жыл бұрын
Ur reviews are excellent mate hat off
@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@dennismanning6684 4 жыл бұрын
Hi TMF, really nice review of bike I've been patiently awaiting an upgrade to from BM. I think you made a mistake on the seat height. You would have flatfooted a 770mm I believe. Anyway maybe you can cleanup another spec that BM continues to miss-report: front end geometry. They have reversed the trail dimension on roadsters vs R900XR and also previously on R1200-1250Rs. vs RSs. I have never seen anyone call them on this but as you reported, the roadsters have sharper steering and this can't be possible with a longer trail than the more upright models. Maybe I'm mixed-up?....
@jamesdonoghue5907 4 жыл бұрын
Yay, a bonus vid! Thanks TMF.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Cheers James - I'm glad you spotted that! Normal service resumes tomorrow....
@nicholasknibbs8162 4 жыл бұрын
Great review, nice bike.
@alexsheriff3234 4 жыл бұрын
Cor! A nice sunny British day...iv forgotten what there like! It’s storm central in Devon this weekend ☹️
@Latimotei 4 жыл бұрын
I guess it's a sophisticated "bit of kit" as you would call it.. But you really prefer this over the MT-09 ??? I mean, the MT-09 would rip this BMW in half when it comes to power. And surely the fun factor of the Yamaha is much greater? So whats so much better with this BMW then? I'm really curious, cause to me this bike just look like a traditional commuter kind of bike, that gets you from A to B. Am I missing something here? Anyways, thanks again for a great review! Cheers :)
@mikegodfrey2221 4 жыл бұрын
Great video-This machine or the F750GS -I can't decide -as I'm a returning rider -I would like a bike that is going to keep me interested and is comfortable.
@craigmiddleton7669 3 жыл бұрын
Great looking bike.Well made,nice looking fast, comfortable and well priced!
@ragerider6283 4 жыл бұрын
Very interesting bike. Not sure if it has enough of everything over the competition to put it at the front of the que but it"s definitely worth a look & owning a BMW supposedly has it's perks.
@njminer 4 жыл бұрын
Especially the gas tank. BMW's website claims 56 MPG but that is more like something I'd expect to see on a 650-700 cc twin.
@ragerider6283 4 жыл бұрын
@@njminer Manufacturers MPG figures are always optimistic but being a parallel twin it should still be pretty good & something in it's favour over triples & fours.
@peterbarker5564 Жыл бұрын
Looking at one of these as my GSXS 750 isn’t really pillion friendly for the missus. Read the the mcn review which opted for the xr over the r but you have given a balanced view so thanks
@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын
My pleasure….
@johnnyfortpants1415 3 жыл бұрын
Nice review Andy. Wonder if you would do a vid on whether PCP, HP or leasing is best option....
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
I'm a "save up the money then buy it" type of person - I hate paying interest of any type, so it would be a short video!
@cpuuk 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, jogging through the new BMWs with barely a breath taken O_O What is it with BMW and the small fuel tanks?
@zerodistruct9442 4 жыл бұрын
I've done a test ride on both the xr and r. Coincidentally I also did the ride on the r model on friday. I agree with the points you mentioned on both bikes. I'd like to add the xr I rode was the gold silver one with a normal windscreen and at speeds of 120/130 km/h I stil noticed wind buffeting.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Glad we concur!
@Banditmanuk 4 жыл бұрын
Would you swop your Street Triple for one? Didn't think so, but I do quite like the look of it. Suspect your microphone may need a slight adjustment.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't swap my Street Triple for anything, not even a Street Triple!! ...and thanks for the advice...
@andrewf1326 4 жыл бұрын
Interesting that both this one and the 900XR appear to have a signicant part of the lower bodywork missing from the models shown at the shows and on BMW's press stuff. The bikes look completely different without it. Reviews awesome as ever 👍😊
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Really? I shall have to look that up....
@andrewf1326 4 жыл бұрын
I would post pics and links but guessing copyright might be a minefield. I'm amazed BMW have removed the lower fairing from some markets as without it the bike just looks like some crappy KTM copy 😉
@weemt07biker74 4 жыл бұрын
Lol mate 5'8", try being 5'3 like me, it's a hoot. Anyway, liking that tft screen, see what you think of the z900 one, that's a nice screen as well. Cheers, nice vid.
@EthanEW 4 жыл бұрын
I was really considering changing my BMW over for the F900R, even at a bit of a wait. But honestly, I'm glad I didn't. I traded over for the Street Triple and far prefer it. BMW did well, but there's something missing about this I just couldn't put my finger on.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Fair enough....
@hyperthunk 4 жыл бұрын
A lot off fluffy distortion on your voice TMF, that mic setup needs adjusting. Still a cracking vid and the usual informative and enjoyable review though!
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Deadcat came today.more work to do....
@hyperthunk 4 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer awesome sauce. You've got some of the most professional videos on YT in my opinion mate, along with LCR and a few select others. Keep up the good work! 👍
@nikoscosmos 4 жыл бұрын
If it were green I would mistake it for a Kawasiki!
@jsprite123 4 жыл бұрын
I guess you can buy it & paint it green, just to confuse people!
@bigsky7058 4 жыл бұрын
Given me a dilemma now. This or the CB1000R which I had been hovering over the ebay place bid on..Pause for a test ride of the F900R I think.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Good idea....
@clairebishop9835 Жыл бұрын
Great review - thanks but I was wondering what the servicing costs are like. Being a BMW I have heard they can be costly compared with, say, Honda.
@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын
In my experience they are no more expensive to run than any other bike.....
@Regxxn 4 жыл бұрын
hi ,great review as always,liked the bike.surprised you prefered naked one over the adventure, i,d love you to review z9oo to see what yoy think as i own one..i hate nit picking but the vid quality seamed below your usual ,maybe you tube cocking it up? no offence.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Strange....might not yet be fully rendered on YT as it's only just been published?
@ptrisonic 4 жыл бұрын
Good alround bike. Ta for review. Best, Pete.
@keithforbes4213 4 жыл бұрын
Really helpful review, thanks. I picked up on your comment about an excellent next step for a new rider coming up from a smaller bike (CB500F in my case). I'd pretty much decided on a 2016+ Street Triple until I saw this last weekend. I'm about to test both the 2016 F800R and the new F900R. The new bike will be 40% or so more expensive than the older model but I'm thinking I might avoid another upgrade in a couple of years if I go for the new bike. My riding is weekend twisties and track based rider training. No commuting. Would appreciate your thoughts?
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Go for the Street Triple!
@keithforbes4213 4 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer leading with the heart (and probably ears as well! the triple does sound great..) thanks for the prompt response.
@vfarias 3 жыл бұрын
Would you recommend the F900R for a 6'4 (193cm) tall guy like myself with the taller seat? Cheers!
@bfarm44 3 жыл бұрын
I’d have to ride it I’m a bit underwhelmed by all the silver and black plastic. The blue is very nice anyway
@pckopp 4 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your reviews! However - the audio on this one was noticeably worse than your previous programs. Did you change something? Change it back! :) Thanks!
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
I have a new mic to stop the buzzing that others complained about on the previous one and for this vid I moved it closer to my mouth as I thought the audio on the XR review two days previous was a little low....still more work to do.
@roberthall1437 4 жыл бұрын
TMF. This was a very interesting video. Like you , if i was changing my current machine i would give this bike some consideration. For the shorter person it looks the goods.
@bfarm44 3 жыл бұрын
The red is far more attractive to me after looking Into it. The price is surprisingly decent for bmw.
@llr3zall151 4 жыл бұрын
If there is ANY similarity between this bikes engine and the Nuda 900, its a win!!!
@MrStr8den 4 жыл бұрын
No, the Nuda used the old Rotax in a GS frame
@iamtherealzombie 4 жыл бұрын
I see no mention of heated grips on BMW Canada's F900R page as either standard equipment or optional extra, I suspect they might be standard equipment though.
@pudsboi5203 4 жыл бұрын
I like it, looks a bit like my mt09sp ....without the stupid number plate holder
@michieleke1 4 жыл бұрын
Love the new bikes bmw is putting out! But that thing under the seat annoys me just about as much as your mic setup. 😂
@dannyracer25 4 жыл бұрын
Good review Tmf good price for bmw like the looks .thanks from Danny
@russellnicholls335 4 жыл бұрын
Great review as always 👍 Just wondering when are you road testing the new Kawasaki Z900? You mentioned you've heard great things about it.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
It’s difficult for me to get hold of Kawasaki’s to ride, even though Kawasaki UK is literally only 5 miles away from me! ....don’t think they see any value in talking to me...and believe me I have tried!!!
@russellnicholls335 4 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer Have you tried On Yer Bike in Westcot near Aylesbury, they are a Kawasaki dealer and will allow you to test there bikes. When you was in Haddenham the on the other video, which was also great! You was only about a 10 minutes or so ride away. I'm 40 and having passed my test last week, only had a DT125 when I was 15/16. Now looking to go and get a street triple or the z900. Although I've had aggravation, trying to get a test on a triple, due to there Insurance policy requirements of me needing my license for a year. Think there missing a trick on being able to sell new bikes to new bikers🤔.
@motorcyclemadness6006 4 жыл бұрын
Quite nice looking they’ve held back on the geodesic barnacles for once... be a good allrounder I would think..
@willwye410 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a distraction from Storm Ciara. Triumph just had the press on new Tiger 900s in Morocco. How long till there’s a TMF test of those to compare to the BMW 900s? Soon I hope!
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
...I actually got invited tot that launch which was very nice of Triumph...I'm hopeful for a ride ASAP but I have no current plans...but really looking forward to it as I am a huge fan of the outgoing Tiger 800 which I rode extensively last year.
@sharpbends 4 жыл бұрын
Who'd a thought a 900 was a learner's bike ;-) Nice bike and review, cheers TMF
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
...well only when restricted to 48hp of course....
@scotteger6271 4 жыл бұрын
I've been looking at different bikes for a few weeks now and this is one I wasn't expecting to be considering. A local dealer for me, here in the US, has a demo with 200 miles on it for $8700, with 42 month warranty. Was considering the Kawasaki Z900rs, but thinking this might work better for my needs (commuting to work, fun rides and occasional 2-up riding with the wife). What are your thoughts on this Andy? Thanks in advance!
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Yes I love the Kwak but given your requirements this may well suit you better as you say....
@scotteger6271 4 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer the dealer ended up selling the BMW before we could get there and the Z900rs insurance rate was ridiculous. Ended up stumbling on a freshly traded 2017 Tiger 800 XRT at the BMW dealership. 8900 miles on it and spotless...lots of extras like hard luggage, Givi windscreen, bash plate, heated rider and passenger seat, etc. Thanks for your reviews and advice it helped when looking!
@stevenjackson8293 3 жыл бұрын
how do you feel it compares against the 931 monster, not withstanding the price of the Ducati.
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve not ridden one I dont think so can’t really compare….
@johna6968 4 жыл бұрын
Unless there is a demand for what bikes look like turning full lock left then please put the wheels facing same direction for walk arounds.. Good review btw.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Yes sir!
@wgt1392 4 жыл бұрын
going off piste a bit ,wot touring boots would you recommend for someone whos trying to get back on a bike ,maybe you could put it on your channel .TIA
@j4zzx297 4 жыл бұрын
This one must have one of those basic screens that dont blur the speedo over 70mph ;o)
@fyorbane 4 жыл бұрын
Shame they don't do the 900XR in this blue. What a lovely colour.
@namshi55 4 жыл бұрын
I test rode the very same bike from BMW Bahnstormer at Maidenhead and should say I was quite disappointed by the exhaust note. It sounded very muffled and flat. Also the base version didnt have a quickshifter as standard which I think is a major drawback for a bike in this class. I guess I will keep my street triple RS for now.
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Yes very different to a street triple!
@johnDukemaster 4 жыл бұрын
Well done mr Flyer! I usually don't like blue bikes, but I must say, it looks really good on this one. Especially with those black bits, like the fork.
@iainian 4 жыл бұрын
New channel sponsor TMF?? Nice review but I preferred the XR.....mic problems?
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Well spotted!
@Demon3443 4 жыл бұрын
Would u reccomend this over an mt09 or a gsx s750?
@richardbird1918 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant as usual 👍
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@teneretraveller8980 4 жыл бұрын
Nice "Woofity" exhaust note. (Technica term) Funny how 9 gorillas is considered a cheap bike these days. And 13 litres? Really? But nice. Would that engine in the gs tempt many off the 1200 I wonder? Happy travels
@Delb9891 4 жыл бұрын
You prefer the blue or red color?
@nenoxcs 4 жыл бұрын
Gonna buy my first non-A2 bike this spring. Considering the GSX-S750 and the F900R. The GSX-S seems a little dated in some regards, but i can buy a used one quite cheap. Thoughts?
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
I've not ridden the GSXS750 (I don't think!) so can't really comment...you won't go wrong with either, go for the one you like the looks of most I'd say...
@nenoxcs 4 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer You should review it at some point. From what I've heard it's a decent bike with an amazing sound
@steve-wu7jp 4 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer you have a ride on one on your channel lol
@rayb5394 4 жыл бұрын
@TMF I think why your butt feels better on the R vs the XR is because you got slightly used to the seat testing the bikes a few days apart from each other 👍
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Maybe...
@Nordkapp65 4 жыл бұрын
Nice bike, sat on the F900 and then the XR900, went back to sit for a longer spell on the F900, nice nice bike but its the Z900 2020 version for me, want to move away from parallel twins
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Fair do's
@martinsander2805 2 жыл бұрын
You never mention the tyre dimensions. It’s really important to me to know that.
@Jaffa1951 4 жыл бұрын
Don't know how I know this but, in Cookham, right behind you when you did your walkaround is where you can do a speed awareness course, should the need arise.
@Miester7 4 жыл бұрын
I have completed such a course
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant!
@adiohead 4 жыл бұрын
Doing one of those courses is punishment enough, lol 😴
@lovelessissimo 3 жыл бұрын
Two questions, sir: What kind of heated gloves do you use? Would it bother you if your GS engine was made in China?
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Keis and no....
@James-ec7qx 4 жыл бұрын
Been looking forward to this since its release, pretty sure this is the first English review..cheers missenden!
@TheMissendenFlyer 4 жыл бұрын
Really? Wow....
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