LEGO Reviews Technic42130

BMW M 1000 RR

Name: LEGO BMW M 1000 RR 42130
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 42130
Rating: 4.72 (775 reviews)

77 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: BBB20221,920 pcsHigh agreement · 95%

Expert reviews

5analyzed

Owner ratings

775

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"The BMW M 1000 RR earns its Recommended verdict through near-universal agreement on its stunning mechanical ambition and build experience, with 775 owners averaging 4.72 out of 5 confirming the enthusiasm. The sticker-heavy finishing process is the sole recurring complaint in an otherwise exceptional Technic motorcycle."

Reviewers are uniformly enthusiastic about the BMW M 1000 RR Technic motorcycle, praising its exceptional mechanical detail, working gearbox, and satisfying build experience across 1,920 pieces. Owners back this up decisively: 775 ratings average 4.72 out of 5, with Amazon buyers at 4.8 and 87% of LEGO.com owners saying they would recommend it. The one consistent criticism threading through reviews is the heavy sticker load, with two full sheets described as tedious and better replaced by printed parts.

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LOVED (8)

01Realistic working gearbox with functional toe shifter
02Exposed engine with working pistons (visible during build before being covered)
03Exceptional detail and scale capturing the BMW M 1000 RR's aggressive profile
04Functional suspension and front brake disc
05Highly rewarding, challenging build experience praised by both newcomers and veterans
06Clear, well-organized instructions
07Large wheel size and impressive finished footprint
08Dashboard screen element, a rare touch in Technic

CRITICIZED (6)

01Extremely high sticker count (approximately 79 decals) that span multiple pieces and are difficult to align
02Working pistons are quickly hidden once the radiator and bodywork are installed
03Gearbox pattern does not replicate real-world motorcycle shift pattern (one down, five up)
04Rear wheel axle setup described as slightly flimsy by some builders
05No side mirrors, a deliberate design choice that some found odd
06Some builders found the gearbox mechanism unclear in its operation despite being impressive mechanically

What reviewers are saying

"If you only take a quick glance, you could maybe even mistake it for the real bike!"

The Brothers Brick

"This is the 42130 BMW M 1000 RR, and I don't think you can really judge the dimensions of the set based on the box alone."

RacingBrick

"What I wasn't expecting was a giant box and a model that makes the Ducati look like one of those mini bikes for chavs"

Rebrickable Reviews

"Technic motorcycles have traditionally played second-fiddle to Technic cars, lacking the size and functionality of their 4-wheeled counterparts. That's now changed, though, with the release of 42130 BMW M 1000 RR which i…"

Brickset Reviews

"So this is going to be a very awkward LEGO review"

Tiago Catarino

Ecosystem

603 Motorbike — LEGO has come a long way from this 1978, 26-piece minifigure-scale System model; the new BMW is significantly more giant and complex.

Ducati Panigale V4 R — Both motorcycles have gearboxes, but the gearing mechanism is very different. The BMW has a paddle shifter (first-time mechanism of this kind), while the Ducati uses different gearing. The new large disc brake element also appeared in the Ducati but is significantly larger in this set.

71741 Ninjago City Gardens — The new large disc brake mold, previously seen here as a decorative element, is used functionally on the BMW's back wheel. In the BMW it is more complex—dual-molded with decorative and dimensional inner portion.

42127 (Technic Batmobile) — The trans clear engine cylinders that make a 15-year comeback also appear in the new Technic Batmobile.

TechnicTier 2Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 5

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

The Brothers Brick

Expert Video Source

BUY

"If you only take a quick glance, you could maybe even mistake it for the real bike!"

Key Pros

✓Stunning aesthetic design that closely resembles the real BMW motorcycle
✓8 new molds plus multiple new color variants—significant parts value for collectors and MOC builders
✓Impressive engineering with functional 4-speed paddle shifter gearbox (first of its kind)

Key Cons

✕83 stickers on difficult surfaces; none printed—tedious to apply and prone to misalignment
✕Complex build with many finicky steps; not suitable for newcomers or faint-of-heart builders

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RacingBrick

Expert Video Source

"This is the 42130 BMW M 1000 RR, and I don't think you can really judge the dimensions of the set based on the box alone."

Key Pros

✓Unprecedented size and scale for a Technic motorcycle
✓Innovative new parts (massive tires/rims, brake discs, shock absorbers, windshield)
✓Complex and functional gearbox mechanism

Key Cons

✕Extensive sticker application (79+ stickers)
✕Missing rear-view mirrors despite scale permitting them

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Rebrickable Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"What I wasn't expecting was a giant box and a model that makes the Ducati look like one of those mini bikes for chavs"

Key Pros

✓Large impressive scale (1:5), largest Technic motorcycle ever
✓Advanced gearbox system comparable to 1:8 Supercar models
✓Sturdy final model that feels solid throughout build

Key Cons

✕Gearbox extremely complex and reviewer could not get it to function properly
✕Transparent engine mostly hidden in final model

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Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

MIXED

Key Pros

✓Largest Technic motorcycle ever made
✓Complex, challenging build that engaged the reviewer
✓Impressive size and presence

Key Cons

✕80 stickers (very high number, prone to placement errors)
✕Stickers are essential to the final look; without them, the model lacks appeal

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Tiago Catarino

Expert Video Source

"So this is going to be a very awkward LEGO review"

Key Pros

✓Impressive overall design and engineering
✓New and oversized tire elements
✓New shock absorber elements

Key Cons

✕Excessive amount of stickers (79 total)
✕Hidden mechanisms that are not visible after completion despite time spent building them

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Dimensional Analysis

Investment Layer

Buy now (2)Wait for sale (0)

Exclusivity

The Brothers Brick: LEGO Shop exclusive availability; partnership with BMW Motorrad; 1:5 scale unique to this set.

RacingBrick: Wide retail release (standard LEGO Technic line)

Resale

RacingBrick: Strong collector interest expected; new parts and massive scale make it desirable. Though no explicit resale prediction given, the excitement around new parts and unprecedented scale suggests good long-term value for collectors.

Brickset Reviews: Strong aftermarket potential. Licensed BMW content and unprecedented motorcycle scale suggest solid long-term value. However, potential oversupply if multiple 1/5-scale bikes are released as part of a planned series (as speculated by commenters).

Minifigures & Standout Parts

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Front suspension springs and holders (new mold)
Giant new suspension element that attaches to front wheels via Technic steering hubs to support the 3lb model weight.
Back suspension spring with blue coil (new mold)
Gorgeous, true-to-life back suspension spring with distinctive blue coil element; first time in this configuration.
Large disc brake element (new mold)
Significantly larger and more complex version of the smaller disc brake used in the Ducati set; dual-molded with more decorative and dimensional inner portion.
Windscreen/transparent shark head element (new mold)
Unique transparent element shaped like a shark head to match the real motorcycle windscreen.
Two new tires (large rear, small front) (new mold)
New tire designs; difficult to attach to wheels, requiring specific technique.
New wheels (new mold)
Described as having 'a super pretty, luxurious look to them' befitting the collector-oriented set.

What Owners Say

Owners consider the BMW M 1000 RR one of the finest Technic builds available, with a working gearbox and meticulous detail earning repeated praise, though an excessive sticker count and fragile exterior panels are consistent complaints.

COMMON PRAISE

+Working transmission, suspension, and engine internals called out as engineering highlights of the build
+Detail level described as stunning, with mechanical authenticity praised by actual motorcycle owners
+Challenging but rewarding build experience across multiple sessions
+Impressive size and finished appearance, making it a strong display piece

COMMON COMPLAINTS

−Very large number of stickers, covering two full sheets, with alignment difficulty frustrating many builders
−Exterior body panels and chain prone to falling off during handling; not designed for display movement
−Missing pieces reported by multiple owners, sometimes halting the build mid-progress
−Some instructions criticized as ambiguous, particularly for attachment points on complex sub-assemblies

working mechanicssticker overloadfragile exteriorchallenging builddisplay worthy

Buyer Ratings

Amazon4.8

629 reviews

92%