2022 BMW M 1000 RR First Look
Rennie Scaysbrook | October 12, 2022
A year after its release, the BMW M 1000 RR will be getting a nip and tuck for the 2023 model year in the form of a new, higher downforce fairing, new carbon winglets, wheel covers, graphics and a new BMW M Endurance seat.
The motor remains largely unchanged in the 205 hp/83 lb-ft ShiftCam unit that runs titanium valves and twin-ring forged pistons and titanium Pankl conrods.
Just like Mike’s (Van Der Mark). The new M 1000 RR will be one to watch in 2023.
The M 1000 RR will go on sale for an MSRP of $32,995 plus $695 Destination and hit dealer floors by January of 2023.
2022 BMW M 1000 RR First Look
- M RR 999 cc 4-cylinder engine developed for racing purposes.
- Output 205 hp at 13,000 rpm and 83 lb-ft. at 11,000 rpm.
- 2-Ring forged pistons
- Fully CNC machined intake ports and BMW ShiftCam technology to vary valve timing and lift.
- Titanium valves, optimized camshafts and light, narrow rocker arms.
- Light, compact engine with longer and lighter (85-grams / 3-ounces less) Pankl titanium connecting rods for reduced friction and weight compared to the S RR.
- Anti-hopping clutch without self-boosting optimized for race starts.
- Improved intake system with shorter intake funnels, compared to the S 1000 RR, for improved flow at high engine speeds.
- Lightweight exhaust system with titanium manifold, front and rear silencers.
- NEW: Improved aerodynamics with more downforce even at lean angles while still slightly improving top speed.
- NEW: New fairing in visible carbon fiber with new carbon fiber front fairing carrier and new carbon fiber M Winglets.
- NEW: New visible carbon fiber front fender with integrated brake cooling ducts.
- NEW: M Aero Wheel Covers made from visible carbon fiber.
- NEW: M Carbon wheels with new finish and M Design graphics.
- NEW: Forged wheels available as an alternative to the carbon fiber wheels.
- NEW: Newly designed rear section.
- NEW: Ergonomic M Endurance seat.
- NEW: Short license plate bracket.
- NEW: Modified wiring harness with LWS connector for easier removal of license plate bracket and lights.
- Riding modes “Rain”, “Road”, “Dynamic”, “Race” and “Race Pro1- 3” as well as the latest generation of Dynamic Traction Control DTC and DTC wheelie function with 6-axis sensor box.
- Two adjustable throttle characteristics available now for optimum response. “Engine Brake” with triple adjustability of engine drag torque in “Race Pro” mode.
- Shift Assistant Pro for fast upshifts and downshifts without using the clutch. The shifting pattern can be easily reversed for track use.
- Launch Control for improved race starts and Pit Lane Limiter for keeping precise pit lane speed.
- Hill Start Control Pro for comfortably starting off on inclines.
- M Brakes: Maximum braking performance on the track.
- Instrument cluster with large, readable 6.5-inch TFT display, start-up animation with M logo and OBD interface for M GPS Datalogger and M GPS Laptrigger.
- Lightweight M battery, rear USB charging socket, powerful LED light units, electronic cruise control and heated grips.
- M Competition Package with M GPS Laptrigger and activation code, M milled parts package, M Carbon package, natural anodized swing arm (220 gram / 7.0 ounces lighter than the stock variant), DLC-coated M Endurance chain and pillion package including hump cover.
- Extensive range of optional accessories and special equipment.
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