Cycle News Staff | November 22, 2024
BMW Motorrad USA has updated the BMW F 900 R and F 900 XR models for 2025 with technical and visual upgrades in addition to more features coming as standard equipment.
The F 900 R roadster’s build focuses on sporty riding, while the F 900 XR crossover has “everything it takes to be a confident partner on both windy roads and on longer tours with luggage.”
“With a significantly extended range of standard equipment, fully adjustable upside-down forks, lighter wheels and a weight saving of 6.6 pounds, we have been able to make the BMW F 900 R and F 900 XR even more attractive,” said Project Manager Anton Huber. “The new F 900 R also benefits from a sportier riding position and the F 900 XR from optimized aerodynamics.”
The two-cylinder 895cc inline engine produces a claimed 105 hp and 68.6 lb-ft over a wide torque curve, and customers can add the optional new sports silencer, available as a genuine BMW Motorrad Accessory in collaboration with Akrapovic.
The F 900 R and F 900 XR are offered with two standard riding modes, Rain and Road. Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) now come standard on both and the updated “Dynamic” riding mode is optional.
The optional Dynamic riding mode has “a throttle response curve that is more direct, making it ideal for sporty riding.”
2025 BMW F 900 R Overview
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- New sportier ergonomics with optimized handlebar and footrest positions.
- New upside-down forks with adjustable rebound, compression and spring preload.
- New wheels from the S 1000 R, approx. 3.9 lbs. lighter.
- New battery, approx. 1.7 lbs. lighter.
- New standard Dynamic Traction Control DTC and BMW Motorrad ABS Pro.
- New Dynamic riding mode.
- Slim rear end with integrated turn indicator lights.
- New colors.
- New genuine BMW Motorrad (optional) accessories such as sports silencer in collaboration with Akrapovic, milled foot controls, axle protectors and lockable soft cases
- New optional Sport seat (+0.98 inch seat height)
2025 BMW F 900 XR Overview
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- Increased wind and weather protection thanks to optimized wind deflector.
- New standard hand protectors.
- New standard heated grips.
- New upside-down forks with adjustable rebound, compression and spring preload.
- New wheels from the S 1000 R, approx. 3.9 lbs. lighter.
- New battery, approx. 1.7 lbs. lighter.
- New standard Dynamic Traction Control DTC and BMW Motorrad ABS Pro.
- New Dynamic riding mode.
- Standard Headlight Pro (adaptive headlight).
- New standard USB-C charging socket.
- Slim rear end with integrated turn indicator lights.
- New colors.
- New genuine BMW Motorrad accessories (optional) such as sports silencer in collaboration with Akrapovič, milled foot controls, axle protectors and lockable cases.
- New optional Sport seat (+0.98 inch seat height).
- New optional high windshield (+1.18 inch height).
The Beemers also get MSR Engine Drag Torque Control. This system prevents rear wheel spin or skidding caused by abrupt throttle release or downshifting.
The new 17-inch cast aluminum wheels (the same that are on the S 1000 R model) are lighter, by approximately 3.97 pounds. Wheel dimensions are 3.5 x 17″ front and 5.5 x 17″ rear with 120/70 ZR 17 and 180/55 ZR 17 tires.
The handlebars, footrests and foot levers of the ergonomic triangle of the new BMW F 900 R have been redesigned.
The upside-down 43mm telescopic forks have adjustable rebound, compression and adjustable spring preload. Brake and taillight functions are integrated into the turn indicator lights. The F 900 XR has an adaptive headlight, USB-C charging port and heated grips now standard.
Another new standard feature on the F 900 R and F 900 XR is BMW Motorrad ABS Pro, which has ABS-assisted braking at lean angles, and Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), which helps prevents unintentional acceleration. The way it works is as soon as the sensor cluster supplies a certain deceleration value during braking, any simultaneous desire to accelerate on the part of the rider is detected as implausible and throttle valve opening is suppressed. This keeps the motorcycle stable and shortens the braking distance.
Both models are expected to arrive in dealerships in early 2025.
Three color styles are available for the 2025 BMW F 900 R:
Standard Snapper Rocks Blue Metallic
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- Snapper Rocks Blue Metallic paint
- Black wheels and seat
- Avus Black engine
- Snapper Rocks Blue Metallic fuel tank cover
- Mineral Gray Metallic Matte radiator cover
Optional Style Triple Black
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- Black Storm Metallic paint
- Black wheels and seat
- Avus Black engine
- Black Storm Metallic fuel tank cover
- Mineral Gray Metallic Matte radiator cover
Optional Style Sport
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- Racing Blue / Light White paint
- Black seat and Racing Red wheels
- Racing Blue Metallic engine spoiler
- Avus Black engine
- Handlebar End Mirrors
MSRP for the F 900 R starts at $8995. For the Racing Blue/Light White option, it is an additional $695 and the Triple Black: Black Storm Metallic is $235 more.
Three color styles are available for the 2025 BMW F 900 XR:
Standard Racing Red
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- Racing Red paint
- Black wheels and seat
- Racing Red side panels
- Avus Black engine
- Mineral Gray Metallic Matte radiator cover
Optional Style Triple Black
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- Black Storm Metallic paint
- Black wheels and seat
- Avus Black engine
- Black Storm Metallic side panels
- Mineral Gray Metallic Matte radiator cover
Optional Style Sport
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- Racing Blue / Light White paint
- Black seat and Racing Red wheels
- Racing Blue Metallic engine spoiler
- Avus Black engine
The F 900 XR starts at $12,370 for the Racing Red; the Style Sport in Racing Blue/Light White is $375 more, while the Triple Black: Black Storm Metallic is an additional $275.
F 900 R Standard Equipment: 895cc, 105 hp Inline 2-Cylinder Engine, Chain drive, Electronic throttle, 6 speed helical gearbox, Anti-hopping clutch, Cast aluminum wheels, Twin disc front brakes with radial brake calipers, Upside down 43mm fork, Steering stabilizer, Rear rebound adjustable, BMW Motorrad ABS, Electronic immobilizer, LED headlight, tail light and turn signals, 12v socket, Multi-controller, Colored TFT screen, One Key for all locks, On-board computer, Adjustable clutch and brake levers, Riding Modes, Ultimate Care Break-In Service.
F 900 R Optional Packages and equipment:
- F 900 R Premium Package
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- Headlight Pro
- Gearshift Assist Pro
- Ride Modes Pro
- Cruise Control
- Keyless Ride
- Heated Grips
- F 900 R Stand Alone Options
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- Dynamic ESA.
- Intelligent Emergency Call
- Tire Pressure Monitor
- Low Suspension and low seat 29.9 inch seat height
- Low seat 31.1 inch seat height
- Sport Seat 33.9 inch seat height
- Centerstand
- Sports Silencer (-2.6 lbs.)
- Milled footrests and foot controls
F 900 XR Standard Equipment: 895cc, 105 hp Inline 2-Cylinder Engine, Chain drive, Electronic throttle, 6 speed helical gearbox, Anti-hopping clutch, Cast aluminum wheels, Twin disc front brakes with radial brake calipers, Upside down 43 mm fork, Steering stabilizer, Rear rebound adjustable, BMW Motorrad ABS, Electronic immobilizer, LED headlight, tail light and turn signals, 12v socket USB-C socket, Multi-controller, Colored TFT screen, One Key for all locks, On-board computer, Adjustable clutch and brake levers, Riding Modes, Ultimate Care Break-In Service.
F 900 XR Optional Packages and equipment:
- F 900 XR Premium Package
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- Gear Shift Assist Pro
- Ride Modes Pro
- Cruise Control
- Keyless Ride
- GPS Prep
- High Windshield
- Saddlebag Mounts
- F 900 XR Stand Alone Options
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- Dynamic ESA
- Intelligent Emergency Call
- Low suspension and low seat 30.5 inch seat height
- Low seat 31.3 inch seat height
- High seat 34.3 inch seat height
- Sports Silencer (-2.6 lbs.)
- Lockable side cases
- Milled footrests and foot controls
2025 BMW F 900 R/F 900 XR Specifications
| Engine |
Water-cooled 2-cylinder inline engine with 4 valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts and dry sump lubrication |
| Displacement |
895cc |
| Bore/stroke |
86.0 x 77.0mm |
| Output |
105 hp at 8500 rpm |
| Torque |
68.6 lb-ft at 6500 rpm |
| Compression Ratio |
13.1:1 |
| Engine Control |
BMS-ME |
| Emission Control |
Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter, EU-5+ |
| Headlight |
LED/Headlight Pro |
| Rear Lights |
Function-integrated LED brake/rear lights |
| Transmission |
Wet, multi-disk clutch with anti-hopping function, mechanically activated |
| Secondary drive |
Endless O-ring chain with rear hub vibration dampening |
| Frame |
Bridge-type steel frame with load-bearing engine |
| Front Suspension |
43mm front forks, adjustable for compression and rebound and spring preload. |
| Front Travel |
5.3 / 5.6 |
| Rear Suspension |
Aluminum double-sided swingarm, rear shock adjustable for rebound and spring pre-load. |
| Rear Travel |
6.7 / 6.8 |
| Wheelbase |
59.6 in./60.4 in. |
| Steering Head Angle |
26 degrees |
| Front Brake |
Twin disc brake, floating brake discs, Ø 320mm, 4-piston radial calipers |
| Rear Brake |
Single disc brake, Ø 265mm, 1-piston floating caliper |
| ABS |
BMW Motorrad ABS Pro (lean-angle optimized) |
| Front Wheel |
Cast aluminum, 3.50 x 17 in. |
| Rear Wheel |
Cast aluminum, 5.50 x 17” |
| Front Tire |
120/70 ZR 17 |
| Rear Tire |
180/55 ZR 17 |
| Seat Height |
32.9 in./33.3 in. |
| DIN (Unladen Weight, road ready) |
459 lb/476 lb |
| Fuel Tank Capacity |
3.4 gal./4.1 gal. |
