The BMW S 1000 XR Offers Impressive Value$18,825 Buys You A Superbike In Touring ClothingAction shot of a BMW S 1000 XR riding with a passenger BMW MotorradModern motorcyclists demand more from their motorcycles and are generally willing to pay a premium for the kind of versatility on offer with the S 1000 XR. The S 1000 XR Has A Proper Superbike Engine170 Horsepower: More Power Than Any Direct Rival Except The DucatiA couple of BMW S 1000 XR tourers parked on the road BMWThe inline-four heart of this beast is arguably its key point of difference. Sumptuous, But Far From PerfectStatic shot of a BMW S 1000 XR engine and chassis BMWThis magnificent powertrain is also the source of one minor gripe. The S 1000 XR Is A Dynamic BeastBMW S 1000 XR Action Cornering BMWA sporty aluminum chassis and dynamic electronic suspension (or Dynamic ESA in BMW-speak) combine to deliver exceptional handling. The Ultimate One-Bike GarageStatic shot of two BMW S 1000 XR motorcycles near the ocean BMW MotorradThe S 1000 XR really offers us an opportunity to own a practical superbike.