// Generation · 2020 — present

GEN 2 REDESIGN — FLEXFRAME / −10KG

Presented at EICMA 2019, Gen 2 adopts the S 1000 RR's new 999cc 4-cylinder and its FlexFrame, 5kg lighter. Total weight reduced 10kg (226kg). Semi-active ESA standard, colour Bluetooth TFT, 4 riding modes. Euro 5 compliance in 2021, then in 2024 +5hp (170hp) and revised ergonomics.

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Buyer score / 100
7
Vintages
13
Changes
4
Overhauls
5
Updates
4
Minor
↘ Changes by category
M
ENGINE
3 changes
2020
New engine from the S 1000 RR (FlexFrame) — 165hp (121kW) / 114Nm at 9,250rpm, engine 5kg lighter
Major
2021
Euro 5 compliance — revised mapping with no declared power loss
Medium
2024
+5hp via mapping optimisation — 170hp (125kW) at 11,000rpm, torque unchanged 114Nm
Medium
C
FRAME
2 changes
2020
BMW FlexFrame — 226kg wet (−10kg vs Gen 1), 20L tank retained, 840mm seat height
Major
2024
Suspension raised (+10mm seat → 850mm) — new rear linkage, redesigned seat
Medium
E
ELECTRONICS
3 changes
2020
Semi-active ESA standard — 4 riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic, Race) + customisable Pro modes
Major
2020
Colour TFT Bluetooth connectivity — bidirectional Gear Shift Assist Pro quickshifter optional
Major
2025
Headlight Pro (adaptive cornering light) standard — Keyless Ride standard — USB charge port standard
Medium
A
AESTHETICS
5 changes
2022
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2023
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2024
Front fairing restyling — M 1000 XR launched simultaneously (201hp, Ø46mm damper)
Medium
2025
New Sage Green Metallic colour — front beak painted body colour
Minor
2026
No notable change — colours carried over (black, green, white)
Minor