2020 BMW F 900 R & F 900 XR
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between the F 900 R and F 900 XR, anyway.
The R falls into BMW's "Roadster" category and
the XR into its "Adventure" category, and they are
aimed at different riders. Where the F 900 XR
and "naked" F 900 R diverge is in the suspen-
sion department. The F 900 XR has a little more
than an inch more travel of 6.7 inches up front
and 6.8 inches in the rear over the R making for
increased options for two-up riding, long-distance
touring, or exploring the unbeaten path should the
mood strike. The XR also features a higher fork
offset and a near-identical steering head angle as
the R resulting in a shorter castor and therefore
increased maneuverability. The single-shock rear
suspension on both 900s is manually adjustable
for preload and rebound damping. However, BMW
offers a Dynamic Electronic Suspension option on
the F 900 XR for an additional price. Both forks
are non-adjustable 43mm USD units.
The only other real differences between the R
and the XR include the R's smaller windscreen,
lower handlebars and a half-inch lower seat
