All posts tagged BMW Motorrad
Video: The BMW Concept Ninety Story
You’ve already seen the Concept Ninety motorcycle. Now see the backstory of this collaboration between BMW Motorrad and designer Roland Sands.
World Premier: The BMW Concept Ninety by Roland Sands
Mercenary bike designer and erstwhile professional motorcycle racer Roland Sands was tapped by BMW to build a one-of-a-kind tribute to BMW’s iconic R 90 S. This, as yet another stop in the 90 Years of BMW Motorrad celebration parade. Dubbed the “Concept Ninety”, this is a new interpretation of what is for many the sexiest bike BMW has ever made.
BMW Motorrad Sales up 11.5% Worldwide. Best Sales Month Ever.
BMW Motorrad continues to enjoy a successful 2013, with April sales not just up, but totaling the best sales month in the division’s 90 year history. BMW is reaping the rewards of a diverse lineup, competitive pricing and technological leadership — particularly in Latin America, Asia and Russian markets. Yet overall, Germany remains BMW’s largest motorcycle buying market. Sales leaders include the all-new R 1200 GS and the venerable HP4 variant of the S 1000 RR.
GPS for Two Wheels: BMW Motorrad Navigator Adventure
BMW Motorrad has introduced a new Adventure version of its Motorrad Navigator GPS system. With specific features geared toward off-the-beaten-path travel, this new Adventure version can even support motorcycle-bound geocaching excursions.
Renderings Surface of BMW’s upcoming “Boxer” Model
Late last year at EICMA in Milan, BMW Motorrad announced their intention to introduce a “Boxer” model to celebrate 90 years of making motorcycles. At the time this image was all they were giving the world in terms of what to expect, but it didn’t take a genius to predict that the “Boxer” would likely just be a more naked and more “cafe” version of BMW’s R 1200 R roadster. Personally, I would have loved to see a new, midsize 800cc air-cooled boxer twin, but I didn’t have very high hopes for that. Engine dreams aside, today the internet is abuzz with concept renderings of the “Boxer” model.
BMW Motorrad USA Announces Official R 1200 GS Pricing and Packages
BMW Motorrad USA has announced pricing for the highly awaited all-new liquid-cooled 2013 R 1200 GS. The next generation flat twin enduro will have a base Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $15,800. It will be available for purchase through authorized BMW Motorrad dealers in March.
GoldBet SBK Team Finalizes Winter Testing on Phillip Island
With FIM World Superbike about to kick off in earnest for 2013, racing teams around the world are getting in their final test laps of winter. This includes the GoldBet SBK Team, their BMW S 1000 RR race bikes, plus riders Marco Melandri and Chaz Davies. The GoldBet SBK chose Austalia’s Phillip Island to make their final pre-season adjustments.
Video: Gratuitous R 1200 GS Engine Porn
With the 2013 R 1200 GS, BMW has done something completely new with the iconic engine: added liquid cooling. However, it’s important to understand that this new engine is only partially cooled by the wet stuff. As demonstrated in the video above, water cooled in the GS’s radiators is circulated through the engine’s block, cylinders and the very bottom of the drivetrain. The rest of the engine’s cooling is provided by good old fashioned ambient airflow.
Official: BMW C Evolution Electric Scooter to Debut in 2014
This story comes to us in partnership with our sister site, ScooterFile. Tucked away in an official statement from BMW this morning was exciting news for scooter fans and electric …
BMW Officially Selling Husqvarna
In a multi-faceted press release published this morning, BMW Motorrad has confirmed what was rumored yesterday: BMW is selling its Husqvarna sub-brand. As reported by Hell For Leather and featured here on BimmerFile, Husqvarna is being sold to Austrian company Pierer Industrie AG, a company with ownership ties to KTM executive Stefan Pierer.
Videos: Perfection of an Icon
BMW has been producing the GS in one form or another for more than 30 years. Steady evolution has seen an ever growing list of features and capabilities. Yet through all those changes, one thing has remained constant: the GS’s air-cooled, opposed twin cylinder engine.
Dakar: Barreda Third in Stage 12. Tenth Husqvarna Podium Finish
High speeds throughout and a lot navigation made the twelfth stage of the Dakar, from Fiambala – Copiapo a tough one. Joan Barreda proved to be the best of the Husqvarna Team by Speedbrain taking third place on the day, and bringing the team its tenth podium place out of the twelve stages contested so far.
Husqvarna Nuda Wins 2012 GOOD DESIGN Award
Congratulations go out to BMW Group as six vehicles receive design awards from the prestigious GOOD DESIGN awards. Included in the mix was one machine from the Motorrad devision: The Husqvarna Nuda 900 R. The Nuda is the flagship machine for the BMW Group company, carrying forward the rejuvenated Husqvarna brand and challenging what a factory motard can be.
Dakar: Barreda Scores His Fourth Stage Win
BMW Group’s Husqvarna racing team continues to make a very strong showing in the 2013 Dakar. Rider Joan Barreda has taken his forth stage victory in stage ten.
