/bike en editor@bmwmoa.org Copyright 2009 2009-11-06T17:41:01-06:00 /bike//bike_reviews_news/the_2010_bmw_r1200gs_adventure /bike//bike_reviews_news/the_2010_bmw_r1200gs_adventure THE 2010 BMW R1200GS Adventure: Another Adventure Begins November 5, 2009... (From BMW Motorrad press materials) It has been called unstoppable. On this machine you can handle potholes with 20 mm more clearance than on the R1200GS. Add to that excellent ergonomics, optimum gearing for every terrain, and a chassis which - whether fully loaded or not - will allow you to thrill your passenger as well as surprise anyone ahead of you. With the introduction of the 2010 BMW R1200GS Adventure, BMW Motorrad is adding yet another chapter to the epic adventure of its highly successful GS models which,… Bike Reviews & News 2009-11-06T16:41:01-06:00 /bike//bike_reviews_news/the_2010_bmw_r1200gs /bike//bike_reviews_news/the_2010_bmw_r1200gs THE 2010 BMW R1200GS November 5, 2009 (From BMW Motorrad press materials) With the introduction of the new BMW R 1200 GS, BMW Motorrad is writing yet another chapter in the story of its highly successful GS models which, for almost three decades, have been the epitome of the large-capacity grand touring enduro. Building upon the former generation of the R 1200 GS, which already offered supreme power and performance as well as a broad range of practical riding qualities for long tours combined with supreme pleasure on winding country and mountain roads, BMW Motorrad is now enhancing this standard… Bike Reviews & News 2009-11-05T17:05:00-06:00 /bike//bike_reviews_news/the_2010_r1200rt /bike//bike_reviews_news/the_2010_r1200rt   The 2010 R1200RT November 5, 2009 (From BMW Motorrad press materials)   The BMW R1200RT has always been acknowledged as the epitome of comfortable and dynamic motorcycle touring in classic style. And now, the latest version of this tourer, with its significant innovations, offers even more superior qualities and dynamic benefits thanks to its new boxer engine. In its configuration and basic structure, the new flat-twin engine is the same as the Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) engine featured in the BMW HP2 Sport. It has, however, been further upgraded and optimized for the BMW R1200RT to meet the specific… Bike Reviews & News 2009-11-05T15:30:00-06:00 /bike//tech/general_tech/benchwrenching_maintenance_on_the_road /bike//tech/general_tech/benchwrenching_maintenance_on_the_road Maintenance On The Road Voni and I have spent the summer, April through September, traveling on motorcycles. The bikes, her K75S now at 90,000 miles and my R1150R now at 123,000 miles have accumulated together just over 46,000 bike miles since we left home. While they performed well, they were not flawless. Some maintenance needs were expected. Some were not. Both bikes had fresh major services shortly before we left home. I also anticipated a summer of travel away from home, so I did a few items of non scheduled maintenance before we left, too, like a new clutch cable… Tech Articles, General Tech 2009-11-04T16:16:00-06:00 /bike//bike_reviews_news/keeping_up_with_the_s1000rr /bike//bike_reviews_news/keeping_up_with_the_s1000rr In preparation for the launch of the S1000RR and to fuel the anticipation surrounding one of the firm's most revolutionary motorcycles, BMW Motorrad has recently embarked on several innovative marketing projects. As part of the Planet Power campaign, the German manufacturer headed over to the Portimao circuit in Portugal with a group of photography experts for a breathtaking high-speed shoot with equally breathtaking results. In order to emphasise the strengths of BMW Motorrad's first venture into the Supersport market and to illustrate the S1000RR's awesome credentials, it was decided that a virtual three-dimensional world where normal rules don't apply should… Bike Reviews & News 2009-10-26T16:50:00-06:00 /bike//bike_reviews_news/bmw_motorcycles_receives_more_honors /bike//bike_reviews_news/bmw_motorcycles_receives_more_honors On the heels of receiving three prestigious awards for the BMW F 800 GS from America's top U.S. motorcycle magazines, BMW Motorrad USA was awarded four more honors from Motorcycle.com, a leading motorcycle enthusiast web site reaching 75,000 subscribers. In its first annual Motorcycle.com "Best Of " awards, BMW Motorrad's R 1200 RT was named Best Touring Bike for 2009. The BMW K 1300 GT was named Best Sport Touring Bike, while the F 800 ST was given an Honorable Mention for Best Sport Touring Bike; and the F 800 GS captured its fourth award of the… Bike Reviews & News 2009-08-25T15:41:01-06:00 /bike//bike_reviews_news/k1300r_takes_center_stage_with_top_hollywood_actor /bike//bike_reviews_news/k1300r_takes_center_stage_with_top_hollywood_actor   British actor Joseph Fiennes has been living life in the fast lane since taking delivery of his BMW K1300R just a few months ago. The world-famous star of stage and screen has recently reignited his passion for two wheels, getting to grips with one of the most powerful and well received bikes of 2009. The K1300R isn't Joseph's first experience of BMW Motorrad machinery. The Shakespeare in Love star spent over 12 months as the proud owner of a K1200R - a bike, he feels, that was difficult to improve upon. However, after just a few weeks with the… Bike Reviews & News 2009-07-31T15:05:00-06:00 /bike//bike_reviews_news/this_is_the_s1000rr /bike//bike_reviews_news/this_is_the_s1000rr Introducing the new BMW S 1000 RR on the legendary Monza Racing Circuit, BMW Motorrad is for the first time launching an absolutely innovative supersports bike with a straight-four power unit. With this world debut, BMW Motorrad is indeed establishing a true milestone in the world of sports machines, combining engine output of 142 kW (193 hp) with overall weight of just 204 kg (450 lb) including fuel (183 kg/403.5 lb dry weight, 206.5 kg/455.3 lb overall with Race ABS). Specifications of this calibre make this supersports machine not only an absolute highlight in terms of its power-to-weight ratio and… Bike Reviews & News 2009-05-09T17:28:00-06:00 /bike//bike_reviews_news/adventure_riders_challenge_may_14th_17th_2009 /bike//bike_reviews_news/adventure_riders_challenge_may_14th_17th_2009 BMW Motorrad USA is the official sponsor of RawHyde's Adventure Riders Challenge RawHyde's Adventure Riders Challenge (ARC) is North America's most exciting adventure event.  This is the third year of the Challenge and this year's event is completely revised to provide more riding - almost 500 miles over mountains with a view of the Pacific Ocean followed by desert riding the next day.  Most of the route is dirt - all of it is scenic. The ARC is now sponsored by BMW Motorrad USA and we encourage our dealers to support this event and even to attend in… Bike Reviews & News 2009-04-22T18:19:00-06:00 /bike//product_reviews_news /bike//product_reviews_news Looking for a piece of equipment for your bike? This is the place to find information about  luggage, tires, shocks, etc. This is for the stuff for the bike. If you're looking for stuff for you, the rider, please take a look over at the Ride & Tour Product Review Page. Product Reviews & News 2009-04-16T17:11:00-06:00