Today BMW launched the most anticipated new sport bike in recent memory, the S 1000 RR, at the famed Monza racetrack, during the Superbike World Championship race weekend.

This new Superbike from BMW weighing only 404 lbs, and putting out 193 hp, is one of the most powerful, sophisticated and lightest sport bikes to be unleashed on the planet. The BMW S 1000 RR introduces new technical features, such as the first ever 4-stage ABS system, with settings for Rain, Sport, Race and Slick conditions.

With its highly distinctive asymmetrical headlights, which follow the very elegant and unique asymmetrical body panels, this first BMW Superbike promises to standout from the crowd.

Look for the S 1000 RR, the major new entry in the sport bike arena by BMW, in the US by early 2010.

BMW S 1000 RR Superbike Features & Specifications:

Engine & Drivetrain:
* 999 cc
* Bore/Stroke (mm) – 80.0/49.7
* 193 hp @ 13,000 rpm
* 83 lb/ft @ 9,750 rpm
* Compression – 13.0:1
* 48mm throttle bodies
* 14,200 rpm redline
* Valves operated by single cam follower
* 6 speed gearbox
* Slipper clutch
* Multi disc wet clutch
* Chain final drive

Suspension:
* 46mm USD forks
* Adjustable preload, rebound, and high and low speed compression
* Single Shock with linkage
* Adjustable preload, rebound, and compression
* Pressure cast (forged) aluminum wheels
* 3.5 x 17 front
* 6.0 x 17 rear
* Dual 320mm floating rotors in front
* Radial mounted 4 piston Brembo calipers
* Single fixed 220mm rear rotor
* Single piston floating rear caliper

Special Features:
* 1st time available Race ABS & Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
* E-gas (ride by wire) that works with Race ABS & DTC
* Four Settings:
* Rain
* Sport
* Race
* Slick
* Aluminum gas tank
* Built in laptimer
* Optional Gear Shift Assistant
* Variable intake runners
* Asymmetrical headlights derived directly from endurance racing
* Dry weight of 404 lb. 450lb wet with full tank, 455.3 wet with full tank and ABS.
* Available colors are Acid Green Metallic, Mineral Silver Metallic, Thunder Gray Metallic, and BMW Motorrad Motorsport colors.
* Black frame with all colors
* Mineral Silver and Thunder Grey come with Ostra Gray swingarm and wheels
* Acid Green and Motorsport come with a silver swingarm and gloss black wheels

BMW S 1000 RR Superbike Photos: