In contrast to the R 1150 GS, the design of the BMW R 1150 R was completely revamped in the year 2000. The extravagantly styled front-wheel cover and a combination of merged tank and bench seat with integrated cover for the oil cooler gave the roadster model a more modern and elegantly streamlined contour. In line with expectations, the R 1150 R was powered by the same engine as the R 1150 GS including the newly designed exhaust system. The modified EVO braking system was also fitted and an option of complementing this with the partially integrated ABS was additionally available.