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LIVE: BMW S 1000 RR Launch in India: BMW Group India is launching its all-new BMW S 1000 RR in India today. The launch event is taking place in Gurgaon. Dimitris Raptis, Head of Asia-Pacific, China, Russia, Africa, BMW Motorrad and Dr Hans-Christian Baertels, President (act.), BMW Group India will address the press conference. 'Kabir Singh' actor Shahid Kapoor will also be present at the press conference of BMW S 1000 RR India launch. Here are all the LIVE updates:-

- BMW Group India set to take wraps off all-new BMW S 1000 RR shortly

- Citing details of all new BMW S 1000 RR, the automotive giant said, "The all-new BMW S 1000 RR – even lighter, faster and easier to control. Whether in everyday use or for high-performance race track riding – the new RR leaves nothing to be desired. Its innovative technology allows you to experience its performance with greater intensity and immediacy than ever before."

-Details of BMW S 1000 RR:-

-STANDARD FEATURES

3 Ride Modes (Rain/Sport/Race)
ABS (Disengageable)
Anti-Hopping Clutch
DTC (Dynamic Traction Control)
LED Tail Light
Multifunction Display
Single Seat 

-Engine 

Type: Liquid-cooled 4-stroke in-line 4-cylinder engine, four valves per cylinder, double overhead camshafts, wet sump lubrication
Bore x stroke: 80 mm x 49.7 mm
Capacity: 999 cc
Rated output: 199 hp (146 kW) at 13,500 rpm
Max. torque: 83 lb-ft (113 Nm) at 10,500 rpm
Compression ratio: 13.0:1
Mixture control/engine management: Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system and knock sensor
Emission control: Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4

-Performance/fuel consumption

Maximum speed: Over 125 mph
Fuel consumption: 35 mpg (WMTC)
Fuel type: Premium Unleaded

-Power transmission

Clutch: Multi-disc clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, mechanically operated
Gearbox: Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox with straight cut gears
Drive: Chain 2.647:1

-Dimensions / weights

Length:80.8” (2,050 mm)
Width (incl. mirrors):32.5” (826 mm)
Height (excl. mirrors): 44.9” (1,140 mm)
Seat height, unladen weight: Standard Seat: 32.1", Comfort Seat: 33.5"
Inner leg curve, unladen weight: Standard Seat: 71.1", Comfort Seat: 73.6"
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled: 459 lbs (208 kg) 1)
Permitted total weight: 895 lbs (407 kg)
Payload (with standard equipment): 439 lbs (199 kg)
Usable tank volume: 4.6 gal (17.5 l)
Reserve: Approx. 1 gal (4 l)

-Chassis / brakes

Frame: Aluminum composite bridge frame, partially self supporting engine
Front wheel location / suspension: Upside-down telescopic fork Ø 46 mm, compression and rebound stage adjustable, adjustable preload
Rear wheel location / suspension: Aluminum 2-sided swing arm, compression and rebound damping adjustable, adjustable preload
Suspension travel front / rear 4.7” / 4.7” (120 mm / 120 mm)
Wheelbase: 56.6” (1,438 mm)
Castor: 3.9” (96.5 mm)
Steering head angle 66.5°
Wheels: Aluminum cast wheels
Rim, front:3.50 x 17"
Rim, rear:6.00 x 17"
Tires, front: 120/70 ZR 17
Tires, rear:190/55 ZR 17
Brake, front:Dual floating disc brakes, 4-piston fixed calipers, diameter 320 mm
Brake, rear: Single disc brake, diameter 220 mm, single piston floating caliper
ABS: BMW Motorrad Race ABS (part-integral, can be switched off) modes to select

(All details of BMW S 1000 RR cited above have been taken from https://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/)