After a new retail record in 2011, BMW Motorrad has started off the new year with a solid plus. With sales of 5,237 units (previous year: 4,714 units), 11.1 % more motorcycles were delivered to customers in January 2012 than … Continue reading
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In well-worn M philosophy, the chassis must always be faster than the engine. For decades this has been an engineering challenge for M, because they’ve always fitted stonking engines under the hood. To go the wayward American route of fitting … Continue reading
The iconic M6 returns from a two year hiatus more powerful, more athletic, more focused, more luxurious and more efficient than ever before. Since the “M6” badge was first placed on a BMW back in 1987, this iconic model has … Continue reading
The new 2013 BMW M6 Convertible makes its world debut today with the first photos and official information. As expected, the new M6 shares the same engine with the recently unveiled M5. Internally designated as the S63Tü this new engine … Continue reading
See update below with official BMW statement BMW of North America has agreed to pay a $3 million fine to settle U.S. government allegations that it failed to promptly notify regulators about potential safety defects. NTHSA says that BMW agreed … Continue reading
Some fragment of an article flashed by, probably on an iPad, that got me thinking about all of the small-scale manufacturers of automobiles and their need for drivetrain components. More than one genius has gone to financial ruin thinking they … Continue reading





After a new retail record in 2011, BMW Motorrad has started off the new year with a solid plus. With sales of 5,237 units (previous year: 4,714 units), 11.1 % more motorcycles were delivered to customers in January 2012 than … Continue reading
For 12 years running, the Honolulu Police Department (HPD) has opted to purchase BMW police motorcycles for its 36-member Solo Motorcycle Detail. By the end of June, 34 BMW R 1200 RT-P police motorcycles will replace 34 older models in … Continue reading
After pioneering the concept of antilock brakes (ABS) on motorcycles 23 years ago, BMW Motorrad USA announced today that it will be the first motorcycle manufacturer to offer ABS as standard equipment on its entire range of 2012 model year … Continue reading
BMW Motorrad returns with another stunt. Chris Pfeiffer, a well-known Streetbike freestyler and four-time World and European stunt champion, takes on the daring challenge to complete a somewhat reckless, yet spectacular stunt. Pfeiffer’s G450X bike jumps on a skating rink … Continue reading
The video below shows the BMW advertising machine at its best. Aside from experimenting with 3D commercials, BMW has managed to push themselves even further with this latest gimmick. BMW has come up with a interesting new advertising technique that … Continue reading
Canadian brothers Ryan and Colin Pyle have successfully completed their 18,000km odyssey around China on BMW F800GS motorcycles. Their journey will become a documentary film and book entitled The Middle Kingdom Ride. On Sunday October 17th 2010 Canadian brothers Colin … Continue reading
While 6th place among 7 teams and 11th place out of 28 riders may not be what BMW aimed for when entering the 2010 World Super Bike Championship, it points to a very successful season after all. In only their … Continue reading
In a surprise and unexpected move, Davide Tardozzi, BMW Motorrad Team Manager has left the team after less than one year of his signed 3 year contract. Tardozzi had established himself as the most successful team manager in the history … Continue reading
Press Release: 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 … Continue reading