Yamaha and Aprilia have rewritten the middleweight sports bike segment ever since the introduction of the YZF-R7 and RS660.
Despite coming with a host of electronics and aggressive riding ergonomics, both the RS660 and R7 offers accessibility and affordability.
This triggers digital designer Oberdan Bezzi to envision other entries in the class, including a digital rendering of the Honda CBR656RR and Suzuki GSX-R660R.
This time around, Bezzi envisioned another middleweight sports bike from the Bavarian factory which he named as BMW F 702 RR.
Despite portraying the F 702 RR as a mid-size machine, the overall layout of the motorcycle is heavily inspired by the BMW S 1000 RR.
However, Bezzi redesigned certain aspects of the bike including the fairing and trellis subframe.
The design concept also includes a light alloy frame, high-spec suspension and top-shelf braking components.
While the design itself is exciting, we couldn’t really see BMW working on such a platform in the near future. However, considering the middleweight segment is growing, the opportunity for BMW Motorrad to produce their version of a mid-size bike is always relevant.
BMW Motorrad recently introduced the latest motorcycle accessory called the ConnectedRide Cradle that allows riders to mount their smartphones while riding.
However, the mount (meant to fit most of the iPhone range, including the latest iPhone 13) could damage its camera as it is susceptible to strong vibrations.
Apple has already warned customers and manufacturers about the danger of a phone mount on motorcycles.
However, BMW still went ahead with the idea by introducing the ConnectedRide Cradle, a universal phone mount that allows smartphones to display controls and rea-time information about the bike via the Multi-Controller function.
The accessory is compatible with BMW’s R 1200 GS and R 1250 GS range.
Apple previously warned bike users that constant vibrations from motorcycles could damage the iPhone camera while mounted on any phone mount.
While some aftermarket phone mounts, such as the Quadlock, offers vibration dampener, it is unclear whether the latest accessory from BMW Motorrad has the same feature.
BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team finally made it to the top of the podium by claiming its maiden victory at the FIM Endurance World Championship.
The team came out on top during the season’s final round in Most with the BMW M 1000 RR with riders Ilya Mikhalchik and Markus Reiterberger, while Kenny Foray was on standby as the third rider.
6H Most (Czech Republic)
Mickhalchik was elated after the win and deemed the victory as an extra motivation to continue pushing forward.
“I am so happy. We got our first win, and it’sit’s really an amazing feeling, especially after the bad luck we had at the Bol d’Ord’Or. Now we are also second in the world championship, and this gives us extra motivation.
“The race was almost perfect because, in the last two hours, I was nearly 30 minutes behind the safety car and afterwards, I was struggling a bit with the tyres, and it was not easy to get back to a fast pace.
“In the last 50 minutes Markus did a great job. He rode a really fast pace. We won the race, even if it was with a very small gap. It is an amazing feeling and I want to say thank you to the entire team,, to my family, everyone – I am just happy,” he said.
It was a sweet win for the German marquee as the win helped them secured second place in the championship standings.
It has been a great week for BMW Motorrad, as the success in the FIM EWC came just a week after the first victory in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK).
6H Most (Czech Republic)
After a six hours race, the team took the chequered flag with a lead of just 0.070 seconds on board the all-new BMW M 1000 RR.
Willem Heijboer dreamt about turning his BMW K1600GT into a GS, but as he started grinding out the engine case, he realised he might not be able to get the job done.
He then reached out to Dutch bike builder expert, Nico Bakker where he specifically told him that he wants the K1600GT to feature the same handling, litheness and looks as the GS but most importantly, it could handle the power from the inline-six K1600 engine.
Bakker then used the K1600GT as a base and retained the engine, shaft drive, 320mm brakes disc, Brembo callipers, Bosch ABS and electronics, including the ESA.
However, to emulate the rigidity and stiffness to accommodate the K1600 engine, Bakker custom built the frame using chrome-moly steel tubing and extended the wheelbase from 1618mm to 1635mm.
He also had to sharpen the steering geometry, but to do so, Bakker ditched the Telelever front in place of a fully adjustable 48mm WP fork.
The complete the GS look, the K16 is fitted with 19″ front, and 17″ rear spoke wheels.
Bakker also fitted the bike with a 6-into-2 exhaust with custom twin carbon-wrap silencers.
Interestingly, Heijboer already took the custom build K1600GS for long-distance touring and even to a track day just to test out the handling.
BMW has just announced a new electric bicycle at the IAA Mobility show in Munich, Germany.
Dubbed as the i Vision AMBY, the e-bike frame uses similar suspension components to other high-end electric bicycles, including a Gates carbon belt drive.
However, the electronic package is 100% build by the German marquee.
Hence the i Vision AMBY is equipped with a high-power motor and a huge 2,000 Wh battery that BMW claimed can reach a range of up to 300km in its lower power mode.
Users can select between 25km/h, 45km/h or 60km/h speed settings that can be adjusted via a smartphone app.
However, you must register the bike and get a license plate first for users who intend to go faster than the 25km/h European legal speed limit.
BMW has unveiled its latest electric two-wheeler concept that aims to attract today’s youth.
Unlike the CE 04, which has a wider body panel and runs on a bigger and more powerful electric motor, the Concept CE 02 is designed for individuals aged 16 years familiar with intelligent technology.
While it may look more of a typical motorcycle than CE 04, Edgar Heinrich, the Head of Design at BMW Motorrad, stresses that it is an entirely new motorcycle.
“At first glance, there is little about the BMW Motorrad Concept CE 02 that is typically BMW Motorrad – it’s something completely new.
“We want to strive for something novel and be pioneers – which is what we’ve proven ourselves capable of with various projects in the past.
“The Concept CE 02 features new proportions and modern forms of single-track mobility in an urban environment. In addition, we wanted to achieve a level of design innovation that we have not had before at this level.
“Straightforward use was important, but above all, the emotional component was crucial, as well as riding fun,” he said.
The overall design is minimal, which is something that attracts the youth these days.
It is so minimal; the CE 02 does not come fitted with a footrest. Instead, as you can see based on these quirky photos, the rider is resting his feet on a skateboard attach sideways at the bottom of the motorcycle.
Why, you ask? Well, that question itself meant that Concept CE 02 is not built for you (or me). The idea is to offer practicality and allows riders to customize the e-bike accordingly to fit their taste.
Meanwhile, at heart sits an electric motor with a claimed output of 11kW capable of maxing out at 90km/h and a 90km range.
The suspension system consists of a front fork and a single rear shock mounted to the single-sided swingarm, while braking is done by a 2-piston front calliper and a single-piston rear calliper paired to 15″ wheels.
The Honda X-ADV 750 has no other competitors, making it one of the unique adventure scooters ever built.
The Japanese marquee then went ahead and introduced the smaller ADV 150, which was then followed by Kymco’s DT X360 and Yamaha’s BWS 125.
While the market remains small but it is definitely growing.
However, just to spice things up, one of the renowned concept designers, Oberdan Bezzi, decided to create his interpretation of an adventure scooter by using the C 400 X as the platform to create what he referred to as the C 400 GS.
The C 400 X is a city scooter compared to the C 400 GT, which appears in a bigger body panel and a wider front end, making it not the right candidate to receive the GS treatment.
Based on the design concept by Oberdan, the C 400 GS received taller suspension travel combined with a long beak mudguard.
Meanwhile, the rear frame now features a slender and more rugged look paired to a single shock absorber replacing the dual-shock absorber on the C 400 X.
While this might be just another concept, the design looks promising and considering that BMW already offers the G 310 GS, who knows that there might be a GS version from the BMW scooter range.
BMW Motorrad Malaysia officially launched the new BMW R nine T range for the Malaysian market.
The 2021 range comprises the based R nineT, the R nineT Pure and R nineT Scrambler, which has been updated with several technical modifications, including advanced standard equipment while staying true to its DNA.
*2021 BMW R nineT
For starters, all of the 2021 range is now equipped with Headlight Pro as standard, which features adaptive headlights and indicator lights in LED technology followed by a chrome-plated header pipe fitted on the R nineT Pure and R nineT Scrambler.
The classic appearance is now enhanced with a redesigned circular instrument with an analogue speedometer display and integrate indicator lights that are ‘invisible when not illuminated. You also get an additional USB charging socket.
*2021 BMW R nineT Scrambler
Moving on to the best bits, the 1,170cc air/oil-cooled twin-cylinder boxer engine now runs even smoothly thanks to technical and visual fine-tuning to meet the Euro 5 requirements.
The engine peaks at 109hp @ 7,250rpm and 116Nm @ 6,000rpm but pulling power levels are now better than before thanks to an even full-bodied power and torque curve, especially between 4,000 and 6,000rpm.
*2021 BMW R nineT Pure
Other exciting features include:
ABS Pro (available across all ranges as standard)
new suspension strut with travel-dependent damping
two riding modes (Rain/Road)
Automatic Stability Control (ASC)
The 2021 BMW R nineT range are available as follows:
Less than a year after its global reveal, the 2021 BMW M 1000 RR finally arrived in Malaysia as announced by BMW Motorrad Malaysia.
Based on what we gathered previously on a limited run of the M 1000 RR will be made available for the local market with an official price of RM249,500 making it the most expensive BMW Motorrad 2021 range.
Build based on the success of the BMW S 1000 RR, BMW Motorrad decided it is time to inject the “M” into the German automaker two-wheel segment.
This road-legal BMW M 1000 RR carries an upgraded version of the S 1000 RR’s 999cc inline-four engine with new lighter forged pistons, intake ports, titanium valves, longer titanium conrods optimized intake system, and a brand-new Akrapovic titanium full-system race exhaust.
This resulted in an overall power increase to a whopping 212hp at 14,500rpm and 113Nm torque at 11,000rpm. With a kerb weight of only 192kg, you can expect some serious performance especially paired with updated suspension, electronics and braking systems designed to conquer the world of Superbikes.
Perhaps the most visible change to the BMW M 1000 RR or M RR is M Winglets and high windscreen that offers significant improvements to the aerodynamics department without compromising top speed.
Other specs include:
Launch Control with Pitlane Limiter
M Carbon Wheels
M GPS data logger & lap trigger
Lightweight M battery
Adjustable characteristic throttle curves
Shift Assistant Pro
New selectable riding modes + more
Arriving in a combination of Light White, Racing Blue Metallic and Racing (M Package) the M 1000 R will be available from 27 August onwards.
BMW Motorrad Malaysia telah pun melancarkan 11 model 2021 membabitkan model adventure, naked dan juga skuter.
BMW R 1250 GS dan R 1250 GS Adventure
*BMW R 1250 GS Adventure Rallye
BMW R 1250 GS dan R 1250 GS Adventure merupakan motosikal segmen adventure-touring yang dikuasakan enjin dua silinder boxer 1,245cc yang menghasilkan 136hp pada 7,750rpm dan 143Nm pada 6,250rpm.
Enjin ini meneruskan penggunaan sistem ShiftCam yang memastikan aliran kuasa enjin kekal di tahap optimum ketika berada dalam rpm tinggi mahupun rendah.
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure ’40 Years Edition
Menariknya, model 2021 dikemaskini dengan fungsi ‘electronic cruise control’ dan Eco Riding Mode sebagai standard.
*BMW R 1250 GS Style Triple Black
Berikut adalah senarai varian berserta harga bagi R 1250 GS dan R 1250 GS Adventure 2021:
BMW R 1250 GS Style Rallye – RM119,500
BMW R 1250 GS Style Triple Black – RM120,500
BMW R 1250 GS ’40 Years GS Edition – RM122,500
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure Style Rallye – RM132,500
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure Style Triple Black – RM133,500
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure ’40 Years GS’ Edition – RM135,500
BMW G 310 R dan G 310 GS
*BMW G 310 R
Motosikal paling mampu milik dari BMW Motorrad turut dikemaskini bagi tahun 2021.
Barisan model G 310 telah dinaik taraf secara signifikan yang merangkumi ‘electronic throttle grip’ yang meningkatkan tahap responsif ‘throttle’ serta ‘automatic idle speed increase’ yang membantu mengelakkan daripada enjin mati.
*BMW G 310 GS
Sistem membrek juga dipertingkat dengan bantuan ‘self-boosting anti-hopping clutch’ yang mengurangkan drag enjin.
Bagaimanapun, model G 310 R dan G 310 GS ini masih dikuaskan enjin silinder tunggal 313cc DOHC dengan penyejukan cecair yang menghasilkan 34hp pada 9,500rpm dan 28Nm pada 7,500rpm.
*BMW G 310 GS ’40 Years Edition
BMW G 310 R dan G 310 GS ini boleh didapati dengan harga berikut:
BMW G 310 R – RM27,500
BMW G 310 GS – RM29,500
BMW G 310 GS ’40 Years Edition – RM31,500
BMW C 400 X dan C 400 GT
*BMW C 400 GT
Skuter maxi dari BMW Motorrad juga dikemaskini bagi tahun 2021.
Model generasi kedua ini didatangkan sistem membrek yang lebih efisien, enjin Euro 5 dengan fungsi E-Gas, pengurusan enjin (engine management) baharu dan klac jenis centrifugal.
*BMW C 400 X
BMW turut menaik taraf Automatic Stability Control (ASC) yang menawarkan kawalan jentera lebih baik di atas permukaan basah dan licin.
Ruang letak barang bawah tempat duduk juga mendapat nyalaan LED di samping port pengecas USB.
BMW C 400 X merupakan motosikal bercirikan gaya urban manakala C 400 GT menawarkan ergonomik yang lebih selesa dan sesuai untuk tunggangan jarak jauh (touring) hasil bantuan penghadang angin yang lebih tinggi dan panel badan yang lebih lebar.
Kedua-dua model ini masih dikuasakan enjin silinder tunggal 350cc (buatan Loncin) yang berupaya menghasilkan 34hp pada 7,500rpm dan 35Nm pada 5,750rpm.
BMW C 400 X dan C 400 GT boleh dimiliki dengan harga berikut:
BMW C 400 X – RM44,500
BMW C 400 GT – RM48,500
Setiap pembelian model 2021 ini didatangkan dengan waranti tiga tahun dan bantuan tepi jalan tiga tahun oleh BMW Motorrad Malaysia.
BMW Motorrad Malaysia has just launched the new C 400 X and C 400 GT priced at RM44,500 and RM48,500 respectively.
The 2nd-gen scooter arrives with the revised brake system, Euro 5 single-cylinder engine with new E-gas feature, better engine management and centrifugal clutch.
*BMW C 400 GT
Both the C 400 X and C 400 GT now gets an optimized Automatic Stability Control (ASC), including a now illuminated under-seat storage and USB port.
The C 400 X retains its practicality as an urban scooter with upright proportions, a front mudguard, and the clear, graphic separation of the painted trim components.
BMW C 400 X
On the other hand, the C 400 GT offers comfortable riding ergonomics and a high windshield for touring purposes.
Nonetheless, both models continue to be powered by the Loncin built 350cc engine capable of producing 34hp @ 7,500rpm and 35Nm @ 5,750rpm.
BMW claimed that the ASC system is optimized for a more sensitive response, especially on wet and slippery surfaces.
The C 400 GT is available in Black Storm, Callisto Grey and Alpine White, while the C 400 X is only available in the Black Storm colour scheme.
BMW Motorrad has finally unveiled the latest generation of its entry-level motorcycle, the 2021 BMW G 310 R, G 310 GS and the G 310 GS ’40 Years Edition.
Pricing for each model are as follows:
BMW G 310 R – RM27,500
BMW G 310 GS – RM29,500
BMW G 310 GS ’40 Years Edition – RM31,500
The G 310 range now received significant improvements, including the electronic throttle grip that offers sensitive throttle response and automatic idle speed increase to prevent engine stalling.
The motorcycle also gets a self-boosting anti-hopping clutch that helps reduce engine drag torque, particularly during braking manoeuvres.
Nonetheless, the G310 range continues to be powered by a single-cylinder 313cc, liquid-cooled DOHC capable of producing 34hp @ 9,500rpm and 28Nm @ 7,500rpm.
The G 310 GS now comes with three colour schemes; Kyanite Blue Metallic, Polar White and Cosmic Blac (exclusive to the ’40 Years Edition), while the G 310 R is only available in Limestone Metallic.
