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12/10/2018

It's Been a Great Ride!
We're sorry to announce that BMW Motorcycle Magazine is discontinuing publication effective with the Fall 2018 issue, mailed in early August. Despite our pride in the magazine’s success over the past nine years, we have come to the conclusion that it’s time to retire. We thank all of our subscribers,

It’s Been a Great Ride!October 12, 2018 by staff • About BMW Motorcycle MagazineWe’re sorry to announce that BMW Motorcycle Magazine is discontinuing publication effective with the Fall 2018 issue, mailed in early August. Despite our pride in the magazine’s success over the past nine years, ...

12/10/2018

50% Off BMW Motorcycle Magazine Back Issues
While supplies last, the entire collection of back issues from BMW Motorcycle Magazine is on sale! Now is your chance to catch up on all the BMW road tests, unique customs, garage tech, gear reviews, destinations and our informative, exclusive articles. Each of the high quality issues are just $3.48 so it’s

50% Off BMW Motorcycle Magazine Back IssuesOctober 12, 2018 by staff • About BMW Motorcycle MagazineWhile supplies last, the entire collection of back issues from BMW Motorcycle Magazine is on sale! Now is your chance to catch up on all the BMW road tests, unique customs, garage tech, gear reviews...

18/09/2018

2019 BMW R1250GS and R1250RT with "ShiftCam" Variable Valves
Rumors have said a new boxer engine was coming and BMW has finally taken the wraps off the new 2019 R1250GS and R1250RT. Each features a new 1,254cc (1,170cc previously) horizontally opposed water- and oil-cooled twin with new "ShiftCam" technology that shifts the valve timing and valve stroke. The shift is

2019 BMW R1250GS and R1250RT with “ShiftCam” Variable ValvesSeptember 18, 2018 by staff • About R1250GS, R1250RTRumors have said a new boxer engine was coming and BMW has finally taken the wraps off the new 2019 R1250GS and R1250RT. Each features a new 1,254cc (1,170cc previously) horizontally...

13/09/2018

BMW R57 Kompressor Wins at Goodwood Revival
The man in the suit looked surreptitiously around all the classic cars, then he slowly opened the left-hand side of his jacket – lots of pocket watches were dangling inside his jacket. “Special price, special price,” he murmured to the astonished onlookers… Scenes like this are typical for the Goodwood

BMW R57 Kompressor Wins at Goodwood RevivalSeptember 13, 2018 by staff • About Classic, RacingThe man in the suit looked surreptitiously around all the classic cars, then he slowly opened the left-hand side of his jacket – lots of pocket watches were dangling inside his jacket. “Special price,...

13/09/2018

Racing Update: IDM Top Three Lockout for BMW, Podiums in the UK, Spain and USA
BMW racers have completed another successful weekend. They celebrated a top-three lock-out in the International German Championship (IDM) and a total of five podium finishes. It was decision time in the British Superbike Championship (BSB): Peter Hickman (GBR) reached the best six riders’ Showdown. Two wins and five podiums were

Racing Update: IDM Top Three Lockout for BMW, Podiums in the UK, Spain and USASeptember 13, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRBMW racers have completed another successful weekend. They celebrated a top-three lock-out in the International German Championship (IDM) and a total of five podium fini...

13/09/2018

Self-Driving BMW R1200GS Motorcycle Presented at BMW Motorrad Techday 2018
BMW Motorrad's first autonomous motorbike was presented last week at the BMW Motorrad Techday 2018. A BMW R1200GS made its first rounds in front of assembled journalists, as if by magic without a rider, at the BMW Group testing ground in Miramas, southern France. Developed by graduate engineer Stefan Hans

Self-Driving BMW R1200GS Motorcycle Presented at BMW Motorrad Techday 2018September 13, 2018 by staff • About BMW Motorrad, Concept, TechnologyBMW Motorrad’s first autonomous motorbike was presented last week at the BMW Motorrad Techday 2018. A BMW R1200GS made its first rounds in front of assem...

05/09/2018

Racing Update: More Championship Titles for BMW Racers
In the International German Championship (IDM) and the French European Bikes Championship (FR EU), BMW S1000RR racers claimed more top-three lock-outs to move further ahead of their competitors. Kenny Foray (FRA) also celebrated his fourth win of the season in the French Superbike Championship (FSBK). Michal Filla (CZE) was crowned champion

Racing Update: More Championship Titles for BMW RacersSeptember 5, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRIn the International German Championship (IDM) and the French European Bikes Championship (FR EU), BMW S1000RR racers claimed more top-three lock-outs to move further ahead of their competitors....

22/08/2018

Racing Update: Webb Celebrates Road Racing Championship Title
Just one week after Jordan Szoke (CAN) won the Canadian Superbike Championship (CSBK) title, the BMW Motorrad Motorsport family celebrates its next champion. Danny Webb (GBR), of Wepol Racing by Penz13, clinched the championship title at the penultimate round of the International Road Racing Championship (IRRC) season at Hořice (CZE).

Racing Update: Webb Celebrates Road Racing Championship TitleAugust 22, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRJust one week after Jordan Szoke (CAN) won the Canadian Superbike Championship (CSBK) title, the BMW Motorrad Motorsport family celebrates its next champion. Danny Webb (GBR), of Wepol Raci...

15/08/2018

Nate Kern Double R Fest 2018 Coming To VIRginia International Raceway
Riders of all brands of motorcycles are invited to experience speed and safety through BMW technology and engineering – on two wheels and four – at the Nate Kern Double R Fest, September 15-16, at VIRginia International Raceway. Experts and novices alike will have an opportunity to hone their skills

Nate Kern Double R Fest 2018 Coming To VIRginia International RacewayAugust 15, 2018 by staff • About Event, S1000RRRiders of all brands of motorcycles are invited to experience speed and safety through BMW technology and engineering – on two wheels and four – at the Nate Kern Double R Fest, S...

15/08/2018

Racing Update: BMW Racer Szoke Earns 13th Championship. First Podium for Carbon Fiber HP4 Race
The international BMW Motorrad Motorsport family can celebrate the first title win of the 2018 season: Jordan Szoke (CAN) has been crowned champion of the Canadian Superbike Championship for the 13th time. In international road racing, the Ulster Grand Prix also ended in success when BMW rider Peter Hickman (GBR)

Racing Update: BMW Racer Szoke Earns 13th Championship. First Podium for Carbon Fiber HP4 RaceAugust 15, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRThe international BMW Motorrad Motorsport family can celebrate the first title win of the 2018 season: Jordan Szoke (CAN) has been crowned champion of the C...

15/08/2018

BMW Motorrad Sales Flat in July
This is a significant year for BMW Motorrad, with nine new models being introduced in 2018. This required some adjustments to production, which in some cases can affect deliveries. Nonetheless, BMW Motorrad continues to strive for sales growth across the full calendar year. While sales crept up 0.2% in July

BMW Motorrad Sales Flat in JulyAugust 15, 2018 by staff • About BMW Group, BMW Motorrad, ReportThis is a significant year for BMW Motorrad, with nine new models being introduced in 2018. This required some adjustments to production, which in some cases can affect deliveries. Nonetheless, BMW Motor...

15/08/2018

BMW Motorcycle Magazine’s Fall 2018 Issue Now Out!
Featuring upcoming models from BMW along with road tests, amazing travel destinations, the newest gear, garage projects and inspiring customs, the Fall issue has it all. Want to know more about BMW’s new mid-class model? This issue goes in-depth on the new F850GS with an on- and off-road test that compares

BMW Motorcycle Magazine’s Fall 2018 Issue Now Out!August 15, 2018 by staff • About Accessories, Apparel, BMW Motorrad, Concept, Custom, Event, F800GS, F850GS, Gear, R1200GS, S1000RR, Speculation, TrainingFeaturing upcoming models from BMW along with road tests, amazing travel destinations, the n...

10/08/2018

Racing Update: Peter Hickman Goes From Hospital to Podium
The hero of last weekend was Peter Hickman (GBR). The Smiths Racing Team BMW rider finished second and third at round seven of the 2018 British Superbike Championship (BSB) at Thruxton (GBR) to claim his first podium results of the season – all that despite having spent the previous night

Racing Update: Peter Hickman Goes From Hospital to PodiumAugust 10, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRThe hero of last weekend was Peter Hickman (GBR). The Smiths Racing Team BMW rider finished second and third at round seven of the 2018 British Superbike Championship (BSB) at Thruxton (GBR) to...

31/07/2018

Racing Update: BMW Filled the Podium in Road Racing and the IDM
The FIM Endurance World Championship (FIM EWC) BMW teams concluded the 2017/18 season with the Suzuka 8 Hours (JPN) last weekend. In the International Road Racing Championship (IRRC), Danny Webb (GBR) extended his overall lead in Chimay (BEL). There were also three one-two-threes and a top-four lock-out in the Alpe

Racing Update: BMW Filled the Podium in Road Racing and the IDMJuly 31, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRThe FIM Endurance World Championship (FIM EWC) BMW teams concluded the 2017/18 season with the Suzuka 8 Hours (JPN) last weekend. In the International Road Racing Championship (IRRC), Danny...

24/07/2018

Racing Update: BMW Racers Secure Top-Three and Top-Four Results in Canada
BMW riders continue to dominate the Canadian Superbike Championship (CSBK). They picked up top-three and top-four results at the Atlantic Motorsport Park (CAN) — Jordan Szoke (CAN) won both races, Samuel Trepanier (CAN) and Ben Young (CAN) also finished on the podium.The British Superbike Championship (BSB) stopped off at Brands

Racing Update: BMW Racers Secure Top-Three and Top-Four Results in CanadaJuly 24, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRBMW riders continue to dominate the Canadian Superbike Championship (CSBK). They picked up top-three and top-four results at the Atlantic Motorsport Park (CAN) — Jordan Szoke (C...

17/07/2018

Racing Update: BMW S1000RR Wins at Southern 100 and Spanish Championship
Last week, BMW racers were in action on the Isle of Man, in Spain and France. On the Isle of Man, Rob Hodson (GBR) won the opening race in the Southern 100. The Spanish Championship (RFME CEV) headed to MotorLand Aragón (ESP), where Carmelo Morales (ESP) clinched his third win

Racing Update: BMW S1000RR Wins at Southern 100 and Spanish ChampionshipJuly 17, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRLast week, BMW racers were in action on the Isle of Man, in Spain and France. On the Isle of Man, Rob Hodson (GBR) won the opening race in the Southern 100. The Spanish Championshi...

10/07/2018

Racing Update: BMW Road Racing Dominance, Wins in Superstock
In the FIM Superstock 1000 European Championship (STK1000), leader Markus Reiterberger (GER) broke one record after another and claimed his fourth win of the season at Misano (ITA). In the British Superbike Championship (BSB STK) at Knockhill (GBR), Keith Farmer (GBR) won both Superstock class races with a new lap

Racing Update: BMW Road Racing Dominance, Wins in SuperstockJuly 10, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRIn the FIM Superstock 1000 European Championship (STK1000), leader Markus Reiterberger (GER) broke one record after another and claimed his fourth win of the season at Misano (ITA). In the Bri...

06/07/2018

Limited Edition, BMW 40th Anniversary Rider Gear Coming to Europe/Japan
The market launch of the K100 in 1978 also made BMW Motorrad a pioneer in an entirely new segment: it became the first serial-production manufacturer in the world to present its own range of rider equipment. Even this very first collection set the benchmark in terms of design and included

Limited Edition, BMW 40th Anniversary Rider Gear Coming to Europe/JapanJuly 6, 2018 by staff • About Apparel, BMW MotorradThe market launch of the K100 in 1978 also made BMW Motorrad a pioneer in an entirely new segment: it became the first serial-production manufacturer in the world to present it...

06/07/2018

2019 BMW Motorrad Model Updates Announced
BMW Motorrad has announced updates to their current lineup for the 2019 model year. These new colors and accessory packages can be ordered from dealerships starting in August 2018. BMW is also introducing comfort turn signals to all revised 2019 models (models not getting this yet include the C650 Sport,

2019 BMW Motorrad Model Updates AnnouncedJuly 6, 2018 by staff • About BMW Motorrad, C evolution, C400X, C650 Sport, C650GT, F750GS, F850GS, G310R, K1600 Grand America, K1600B, K1600GT, K1600GTL, R nineT, R nineT Scrambler, S1000R, S1000RR, S1000XRBMW Motorrad has announced updates to their curren...

03/07/2018

Racing Update: BMW Riders Szoke, Foray and Filla Dominate
Last weekend delivered more wins and podiums for BMW racers. In the French Superbike Championship (FSBK), defending champion Kenny Foray (FRA) won both races in Magny-Cours (FRA). Michal Filla (CZE) also triumphed in both races in the Alpe Adria Road Racing Championship Superstock class (AARR STK) at the Pannoniaring in

Racing Update: BMW Riders Szoke, Foray and Filla DominateJuly 3, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRLast weekend delivered more wins and podiums for BMW racers. In the French Superbike Championship (FSBK), defending champion Kenny Foray (FRA) won both races in Magny-Cours (FRA). Michal Filla (CZ...

26/06/2018

Racing Update: WorldSBK Came to America, BMW Success in Spain and Italy
The Superbike World Championship returned to the USA, with BMW racer Loris Baz (FRA) managing a top-ten finish at Laguna Seca. In the third race of the Spanish Championship (RFME CEV) at Navarra (ESP), defending champion Carmelo Morales (ESP) celebrated his second win of the season. BMW racers also enjoyed

Racing Update: WorldSBK Came to America, BMW Success in Spain and ItalyJune 26, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRThe Superbike World Championship returned to the USA, with BMW racer Loris Baz (FRA) managing a top-ten finish at Laguna Seca. In the third race of the Spanish Championship (RFME CE...

20/06/2018

BMW Motorcycles of Concord, CA Opens New Facility
BMW Motorcycles of Concord, CA has relocated to a larger, completely new facility at 1240 Willow Pass Road – from its previous location in Walnut Creek. Under the leadership of Dealer Principal Eric Wight, the East Bay’s only exclusive BMW motorcycle dealership will offer a complete line of new and

BMW Motorcycles of Concord, CA Opens New FacilityJune 20, 2018 by staff • About BMW DealershipsBMW Motorcycles of Concord, CA has relocated to a larger, completely new facility at 1240 Willow Pass Road – from its previous location in Walnut Creek. Under the leadership of Dealer Principal Eric Wi...

20/06/2018

Racing Update: Top-Four and Top-Six Lock-Outs for BMW Road Racers
BMW racers look back on another successful weekend. In the International Road Racing Championship (IRRC) races at Terlicko in the Czech Republic, they celebrated top-four and top-six lock-outs. Danny Webb (GBR) won both races, thereby extending his lead in the championship. In the French Superbike Championship (FBSK), Kenny Foray (FRA)

Racing Update: Top-Four and Top-Six Lock-Outs for BMW Road RacersJune 20, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRBMW racers look back on another successful weekend. In the International Road Racing Championship (IRRC) races at Terlicko in the Czech Republic, they celebrated top-four and top-six lock...

12/06/2018

BMW Motorrad Sales Fall in May 2018 but Hope to Rebound
BMW Motorrad sold 17,050 motorcycles and scooters worldwide in May 2018, which is a drop of 3% compared to the 17,578 sold in the same month last year. This drop in May also pulled the year-to-date sales totals into the red. For the first five months of the year, BMW Motorrad

BMW Motorrad Sales Fall in May 2018 but Hope to ReboundJune 12, 2018 by staff • About BMW Corporate, BMW Group, BMW Motorrad, ReportBMW Motorrad sold 17,050 motorcycles and scooters worldwide in May 2018, which is a drop of 3% compared to the 17,578 sold in the same month last year. This drop in M...

10/06/2018

GS Trophy 2018: Day 8, Team South Africa Victorious, Team USA Second
After eight days and 1,460 miles (2,350 km) the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy has reached its conclusion back where it began, at Camp Chingisiin Khuree near Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. And it’s Team South Africa for the second time (having won the 2016 edition in Southeast Asia) who are the

GS Trophy 2018: Day 8, Team South Africa Victorious, Team USA SecondJune 10, 2018 by staff • About Event, R1200GSAfter eight days and 1,460 miles (2,350 km) the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy has reached its conclusion back where it began, at Camp Chingisiin Khuree near Ulaanbaatar, Mon...

09/06/2018

GS Trophy 2018: Day 7, French Revolution, USA Closes in on the Leaders
Day 7 of the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy saw a return to normal service as the GS riders again took to the off-road trails of Mongolia. Beautiful pistes were ridden that offered a natural flow to the riding while the scenery, as always, delighted. In the morning the

GS Trophy 2018: Day 7, French Revolution, USA Closes in on the LeadersJune 9, 2018 by staff • About Event, R1200GSDay 7 of the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy saw a return to normal service as the GS riders again took to the off-road trails of Mongolia. Beautiful pistes were ridden that ...

08/06/2018

Racing Update: Peter Hickman Wins Prestigious Senior TT on his BMW S1000RR
British BMW road racer Peter Hickman (GBR) has won the prestigious Senior TT at the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy. Hickman had previously won Monday’s Superstock race to claim his maiden victory on the Isle of Man. On Friday, he won the Senior TT for the Smiths Racing BMW team,

Racing Update: Peter Hickman Wins Prestigious Senior TT on his BMW S1000RRJune 8, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRBritish BMW road racer Peter Hickman (GBR) has won the prestigious Senior TT at the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy. Hickman had previously won Monday’s Superstock race to claim his ...

08/06/2018

GS Trophy 2018: Day 6, Connecting with Mongolia
Day six of the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy proved to be unique in the history of the event. Scouted, planned and prepared was a 176-mile (283-km) course taking in the plains and mountains of the region. But the course had to be adapted after the area experienced an

GS Trophy 2018: Day 6, Connecting with MongoliaJune 8, 2018 by staff • About Event, R1200GSDay six of the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy proved to be unique in the history of the event. Scouted, planned and prepared was a 176-mile (283-km) course taking in the plains and mountains of th...

07/06/2018

GS Trophy 2018: Day 5, the Grass Is Greener…
A day of two halves today, on Day 5 of the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy in Mongolia. In the morning the GS riders continued their journey with a 60-mile (100-km) ride across more of the semi-arid Mongolian Steppe. In the afternoon the riders entered into a new world,

GS Trophy 2018: Day 5, the Grass Is Greener…June 7, 2018 by staff • About Event, R1200GSA day of two halves today, on Day 5 of the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy in Mongolia. In the morning the GS riders continued their journey with a 60-mile (100-km) ride across more of the semi-arid...

06/06/2018

GS Trophy 2018: Day 4, Desert Calling
This morning brought the calm after the storm, since last night at Camp Gobi Erdene the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy was battered by high winds. This tested the tent erecting expertise of the GS riders and a few found they needed urgent help to save their camping equipment!

GS Trophy 2018: Day 4, Desert CallingJune 6, 2018 by staff • About Event, R1200GSThis morning brought the calm after the storm, since last night at Camp Gobi Erdene the 2018 BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy was battered by high winds. This tested the tent erecting expertise of the GS riders an...

05/06/2018

GS Trophy 2018: Day 3, Canyon Delight
Today's stage was effectively a tour with no special tests. A generous time allowance allowed the competitors to make the most of the scenery as they rode. By the end of the day all were voicing complete satisfaction as Mongolia turned magnificent. Most notably the GS riders appreciated the breathtaking

GS Trophy 2018: Day 3, Canyon DelightJune 5, 2018 by staff • About Event, R1200GSToday’s stage was effectively a tour with no special tests. A generous time allowance allowed the competitors to make the most of the scenery as they rode. By the end of the day all were voicing complete satisfactio...

05/06/2018

Racing Update: BMW Racer's Death Overshadows Isle of Man Wins by Dunlop and Hickman
The first two 1000cc races of this year’s Isle of Man Tourist Trophy are over and the top step of the podium was occupied by a BMW road racer on both occasions. Michael Dunlop (GBR) won Saturday’s Superbike race. Monday’s Superstock race produced a one-two for the BMW S1000RR: Peter

Racing Update: BMW Racer’s Death Overshadows Isle of Man Wins by Dunlop and HickmanJune 5, 2018 by staff • About Racing, S1000RRThe first two 1000cc races of this year’s Isle of Man Tourist Trophy are over and the top step of the podium was occupied by a BMW road racer on both occasions. Micha...

05/06/2018

GS Trophy 2018: Day 2, Surfing in the Gobi Desert
While the distance was just 145 miles (234km) for today’s stage of the 2018 BMW Motorrad GS Trophy in Mongolia, the fact 118 of those miles were off-road meant the intensity for the riders was high. That said, the day started gently with a scenic ride over rocky outcrops as the

GS Trophy 2018: Day 2, Surfing in the Gobi DesertJune 4, 2018 by staff • About Event, R1200GSWhile the distance was just 145 miles (234km) for today’s stage of the 2018 BMW Motorrad GS Trophy in Mongolia, the fact 118 of those miles were off-road meant the intensity for the riders was high. That...