What is special in BMW HP4?
The newly launched BMW HP4 Race sources its power from a 999cc, four-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed transmission. This engine is good for shedding out a whopping 215 hp while the peak torque output is rated at 120 Nm. The transmission of the bike gets an anti-hopping clutch for better control.
How fast is the BMW HP4?
| PERFORMANCE | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | Over 186 mph |
| Fuel type | Superplus unleaded petrol, minimum octane number 98 (RON) |
How much HP does a HP4 have?
BMW HP4 Race
| Make Model | BMW HP 4 Racer |
|---|---|
| Max Power | 158 kW / 215 hp @ 13900 rpm (maximum speed 14,500 rpm) |
| Max Torque | 120 Nm / 88.5 lb-ft @ 10000 rpm |
| Clutch | Multi-disc clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, mechanically operated |
| Transmission | Constant-mesh 6 speed racing transmission (EVO) with straight-cut gears |
Is a HP4 a S1000RR?
The BMW HP4 Race is a 999 cc (61.0 cu in) four-cylinder engine sport bike made by BMW Motorrad in 2017 in a limited-production run of 750 units. It is a non-street-legal, track-only version of the HP4 variant of the BMW S1000RR.
Is BMW HP4 road legal?
It is an exclusive bike, which is not road legal. Meaning, you cannot ride this bike on the public roads. It can be ridden on a race track. Featuring a carbon fibre main frame, which weighs just 7.8kgs, while the bike weighs 171 kilograms and that too with a full fuel tank.
Is HP4 race street legal?
Are MotoGP bikes faster than Superbikes?
Experts have indicated that WorldSBK bikes can range anywhere between 200-250hp, but MotoGP is said to be between 250-300hp. This explains a lot considering that the highest top speed ever recorded by a MotoGP bike was 362km/h when Johann Zarco rode his Ducati Desmosedici GP20 during the season opener in Qatar.
Is BMW hp4 race street legal?