BMW announce race power kit for the S 1000 RR
International championship winning parts now available for BMW S 1000 RR track riders The BMW Motorrad HP Race Power Kit is now available to S 1000 RR trackday riders and racers. The kit – a new ECU and an Akrapovic exhaust system – increases peak power and torque while optimising the bike’s sophisticated engine, braking and power management... [Continue reading...]
The six cylinder BMW K 1600 GT and BMW K 1600 GTL first details released
BMW K 1600 GT and BMW K 1600 GTL – fascination with six cylinders. Since BMW Motorrad presented the concept study Concept 6 in autumn 2009, the six-cylinder in-line engine featured in it has captured the imagination of many motorcycle fans. With BMW, six-cylinder in-line engines have stood for fascinating engine technology in automobiles... [Continue reading...]
First Look: AC Schnitzers version of the BMW S 1000 RR
S 1000 RR – Avoid Silence by AC Schnitzer “Avoid Silence“ – the phrase perfectly describes the S 1000 RR by BMW. With its loud roar, it has turned the Superbike world inside out. Sporting yet comfortable describes the new Superbike handlebar conversion by AC Schnitzer. Totally in black, it harmonizes perfectly with all BMW colours.... [Continue reading...]
Video: BMW S 1000 RR performs one of the oldest tricks in the book!
The tablecloth trick by BMW Motorrad -- BMW S 1000 RR style! Remember performers like Tommy Cooper and Co with their comedy/magic tablecloth pulling routines? We’ve all seen it on the TV numerous times, but not on this scale! Well BMW Motorrad have taken that trick to new heights to promote the standing start abilities of the S1000RR. Performed... [Continue reading...]
BMW Motorrad wins vote for Motorcycle of the Year 2010 in all categories
BMW Motorrad sweeps the board in MOTORRAD magazine readers vote for “Motorcycle of the year 2010″ BMW Motorrad was voted “Motorcycle of the Year 2010″ in the readers’ vote of the motorcycle magazine MOTORRAD, with clear victories in all five categories in which BMW motorcycles were represented – the best result ever achieved... [Continue reading...]
The new 2010 BMW R 1200 RT DOHC revealed
New 2010 BMW R 1200 RT DOHC Boxer Engine Brings New Innovations in Touring The BMW R 1200 RT has always been acknowledged as the epitome of comfortable and dynamic motorcycle touring in classic style. And now, the latest version of this unique active tourer, with its significant innovations, offers even more superior enduro qualities and dynamic... [Continue reading...]
New 2010 DOHC BMW R Series available at UK dealerships on 6th of February
BMW’s updated 2010 R 1200 GS, R 1200 GS Adventure and R 1200 RT available in UK dealer showrooms soon. On 06 February 2010, BMW Motorrad dealerships across the country will be celebrating the official launch of the updated R 1200 GS, R 1200 GS Adventure and R 1200 RT. Each of these new 2010 models is now powered by a new version of the highly-acclaimed... [Continue reading...]
Anniversary BMW R 1200 R-40 Years of Berlin-auctioned as a fundraiser for Save the Children Deutschland e.V.
BMW R 1200 R Anniversary to be auctioned for “Save the Children” fund With the anniversary motorcycle “40 Years of Berlin” based on the BMW roadster R 1200 R, BMW Motorrad not only celebrated 40 years of production at its plant in Berlin-Spandau in 2009. By auctioning the exclusive motorcycle on eBay in November 2009 BMW... [Continue reading...]
2010 BMW R 1200 GS and R 1200 GS Adventure DOHC
BMW R1200GS and BMW R 1200 GS Adventure get twin cams for 2010 BMW have announced the new 2010 R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure, now with two overhead cams per cylinder! The new radial valve arrangement brings an increase in engine output of 5%, to 110 HP (81 kW) at 7,750 rpm and maximum torque of 88 lb-ft (120 Nm) at 6,000 rpm. The engine now has a maximum... [Continue reading...]
Buell Motorcycles To Cease Production – Video Message By Erik Buell
Harley Davidson discontinues Buell Motorcycle production EAST TROY, Wis. (Oct. 15, 2009) -- Buell Motorcycle Company officials thanked the company’s customers, employees and dealers for an unforgettable ride, following today’s announcement by Harley-Davidson, Inc. that it will discontinue the Buell® product line as part of Harley-Davidson’s... [Continue reading...]