11 May 2015

BMW's S 1000 XR for ' adventurers'

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<b>TWO BIKES IN ONE: </b> BMW Motorrad has unveiled its new S 1000 XR, a bike it says blends everyday a tourer and a sporty performance. <i> Image: BMW Motorrad</i>

CAPE TOWN, Western Cape - BMW Motorrad has launched a new “adventure sport" model - the S 1000 XR. The new bike, BMW says, combines the automaker touring qualities, sporty performance and high levels of comfort for everyday usability.

The four-cylinder engine on the new BMW S 1000 XR is derived from the S 1000 R roadster, capable of an output of 118kW/112Nm.

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