BMW Australia supplied the Tour version for this test. Also available is the standard F 900 XR (from $17,940), which has two riding modes (Road and Rain), ABS and ASC (traction control). Included is the BMW TFT display with connectivity, LED lighting, adjustable levers and fairing screen, Gear Shift Assist Pro, heated grips, cruise control and hand guards.
The low seat is available as a no cost option. Some of those items are options overseas, so road tests from international sources may not reflect the same bike we get here.
The F 900 XR Tour (from $20,490) has all the packages — Comfort (Dynamic ESA, keyless ride, centrestand), Touring (navigation preparation), Dynamic (adaptive cornering light), Active (dynamic traction control, Riding Modes Pro, ABS Pro, dynamic engine brake control, tyre pressure…