BMW reveal revamped S1000R and M1000R naked bikes for 2025 with power gains and electronic updates

BMW’s S1000R and M1000R roadster models head into 2025 carrying a host of revisions. The cheaper S-badged model takes the lion’s share of the changes, with the naked machine now packing 168bhp (up from last year’s 162bhp) – despite the move to Euro5+. 

• Related: 2025 BMW S1000RR and M1000RR revealed

To extract the extra ponies from the 999cc DOHC inline-four-cylinder engine, the German marque’s engineers have adjusted the geometry of the intake ports and tweaked the fuel mapping. Torque remains the same at 84lb.ft, but a shorter second gear and final drive ratio should give it more punch at road-legal speeds. 

Both ‘Drag Torque Control’ (MSR) and ‘Engine Brake’ control now feature as standard on the S1000R. Controlled electronically, MSR prevents the rear wheel from slipping due to abrupt throttle closure or downshifting. 

The system makes use of an anti-hopping clutch that relaxes pressure applied to the clutch plates. It also opens the throttle valves within milliseconds of detecting a loss of rear wheel traction to balance the drag torque appropriately. 

The ‘Engine Brake’ control function has four settings, with intervention fully configurable to rider preference in the ‘Pro’ setting. 

Like both the Double-R BMWs, the S1000R (and M1000R) benefit from the new M short-stroke throttle grip which reduces the angle from closed to wide open throttle to 58 degrees (previously 72 degrees). 

Both also get new dual LED headlights, derived from the RR models, as well as a more minimalistic number plate holder, under-seat USB-C charging port, and standard-fit emergency call system.

The M1000R stays fairly similar to last year in many respects; there are no power or chassis updates to report. However, it does receive the updated traction control system from its sportier RR cousin – which should enhance the naked bike’s track capabilities. BMW also offers the carbon fibre winglets from the RR as an accessory option. 

Prices for the M1000R and S1000R have been announced at £19,990 and £13,760 respectively, with both machines set to be available in dealership in January.  

The fully loaded S1000R Sport, which includes BMW’s dynamic package, keyless ride, cruise control, heated grips, and tyre pressure control, will also be ready in January, with an asking price of £15,765.