SportRider Mag upcoming shootout Comparo

1stduc1199 · July 26th, 2012, 05:15 PM

I'm noticing an impressive result for a stock 1199.The midrange is on par with every other liter bike. With a great spike at 8k that beats EVERY other liter bike until 10.6 k where it tapers off. Imagine a Dyno tune with air filter,PCV and Exhaust to improve the curve even further. It amazes me how the BMW was able to pass U.S restrictions without neutering the bike.All the other manufacturers have a watered down version that takes $$$ to reverse the neutering, i.e.. Reflash,F.C unit etc.

AntiHero · July 26th, 2012, 07:45 PM

On paper the RC8 looks like it would make a total hooligan of a streetbike.

lsberrios1 · July 27th, 2012, 06:10 AM

I am surprised to see that the 1199 has more power than the s1k all the way up to 11k where the bmw just takes off. Even the RC8R makes more power than all of them until its redline.

If the panigale wasnt an option I would have gone for the RC8. So freaking sexy and I am sure its loads of fun. Torquey as hell too. Heck I might even choose an RC8R over a Panigale.

MadeinItaly · July 27th, 2012, 06:27 AM

I love my bike, still gives me goosebumps. I no longer bother with these arbitrary shootouts. BMW wins, and it should. On paper just look at that graph! I'd be proud to own a BMW if I duct taped my dyno results on my jacket when i ride with the following disclaimer.
"Sure it's not a Ducati and it's as homogeneous as every other liter bike, but when in the hands of the few professionals who can take it to the limit...

ttkarp · July 27th, 2012, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by MadeinItaly

I love my bike, still gives me goosebumps. I no longer bother with these arbitrary shootouts. BMW wins, and it should. On paper just look at that graph! I'd be proud to own a BMW if I duct taped my dyno results on my jacket when i ride with the following disclaimer.
"Sure it's not a Ducati and it's as homogeneous as every other liter bike, but when in the hands of the few professionals who can take it to the limit...

I agree...but I would tape the dyno sheet over one of the hideous headlights

LarryG · July 27th, 2012, 11:15 AM

The BMW is just a big 600...seriously, my 2011 was a monster once it got past the 9K rpm point but bellow that not much to write home about, and I even had the Kyle racing full titanium exhaust like Larry pegram's bike and PC5with Kyles racing map.
I always get a chuckle when i hear guys complaining about the lack of grunt down low from the Pani. lol
I guess the grass is always greener......

sqd8r · July 29th, 2012, 06:28 AM

Funny seeing these dyno results as most mags have said how much you have to rev it out. How does it compare to the old twins?

TransNone13 · July 29th, 2012, 09:11 AM

I can feel that difference in the power band shown for the RC. It annihilates corners. The Pani isn't shabby either, but I didn't feel as comfortable on it. With some more seat time, who knows? But right now I prefer the RC power band at the race track. It's predictable and strong throughout.

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July 26th, 2012, 07:45 PM	#2
AntiHero Senior Member Joined: Nov 2011 From: LA to SF to NY and Back Posts: 600 Thanks: 169	On paper the RC8 looks like it would make a total hooligan of a streetbike.

July 27th, 2012, 06:10 AM	#3
lsberrios1 Senior Member Joined: Jun 2012 From: Atlanta Posts: 186 Thanks: 1	I am surprised to see that the 1199 has more power than the s1k all the way up to 11k where the bmw just takes off. Even the RC8R makes more power than all of them until its redline. If the panigale wasnt an option I would have gone for the RC8. So freaking sexy and I am sure its loads of fun. Torquey as hell too. Heck I might even choose an RC8R over a Panigale.

July 27th, 2012, 06:27 AM	#4
MadeinItaly Senior Member Joined: May 2012 From: Florida Posts: 255 Thanks: 6 I Ride: Panigale S/Abs Honda CBR1000RR Repsol	I love my bike, still gives me goosebumps. I no longer bother with these arbitrary shootouts. BMW wins, and it should. On paper just look at that graph! I'd be proud to own a BMW if I duct taped my dyno results on my jacket when i ride with the following disclaimer. "Sure it's not a Ducati and it's as homogeneous as every other liter bike, but when in the hands of the few professionals who can take it to the limit...

July 27th, 2012, 11:15 AM	#6
LarryG Senior Member Joined: Jun 2012 From: South Fla Posts: 129 Thanks: 1 I Ride: 1199 Panigale	The BMW is just a big 600...seriously, my 2011 was a monster once it got past the 9K rpm point but bellow that not much to write home about, and I even had the Kyle racing full titanium exhaust like Larry pegram's bike and PC5with Kyles racing map. I always get a chuckle when i hear guys complaining about the lack of grunt down low from the Pani. lol I guess the grass is always greener......

July 29th, 2012, 06:28 AM	#7
sqd8r Senior Member Joined: Apr 2012 From: 8675209 Posts: 109 Thanks: 3	Funny seeing these dyno results as most mags have said how much you have to rev it out. How does it compare to the old twins?

July 29th, 2012, 09:11 AM	#8
TransNone13 Senior Member Joined: May 2012 From: Someville, Somestate Posts: 2,182 Thanks: 149	I can feel that difference in the power band shown for the RC. It annihilates corners. The Pani isn't shabby either, but I didn't feel as comfortable on it. With some more seat time, who knows? But right now I prefer the RC power band at the race track. It's predictable and strong throughout.