New BMW F 800 GT announced by BMW

The Successor model to the F 800 ST the BMW F 800 GT, Motorrad is enhancing its range in the sporty touring segment and setting a new benchmark among mid-range motorcycles. The new F 800 GT is also fitted as standard with ABS in line with the "Safety 360°" principle. Other optional systems such as Automatic Stability Control ASC and the Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA ensure that the new BMW F 800 GT sets new standards in terms of safety and comfort within its segment.

the new F 800 GT can also be fitted with an Akrapovič sports silencer. This slip-on silencer provides a particularly earthy 2-cylinder sound. Made of titanium and stainless steel it enables a weight reduction of approx. 1.7 kg as compared to the standard

new features:

Suspension optimised in terms of ride stability and comfort.
Electronic Suspension Adjustment ESA (ex works option / special accessory)
The latest generation of BMW Motorrad ABS, now as standard.
Cockpit with new dial faces for speedometer and engine speed display as well as an extended range of information.
New connection of BMW Motorrad Navigator IV to handlebar clamp (special accessory).

bmw GS Trophy in the mountains

GS Trophy 2012 was the second marathon stage

Riding through the Paso Carirrifie into the forests of the Parque Nacional Lanin the riders hit a succession of terrain types, starting with clay and gravel roads over rolling hills, leading to deep sand on the plateau, then onto a tight and twisting mix of loam and gravelly tracks through the forest.

BMW Motorrad is looking for motorbike riders who are ready to take on the great adventure of a road trip across five continents. We'll be giving five bikers from around the world the chance to live almost every motorcyclist's dream.

What happens when something catastrophic happens in your life to prevent you from getting that sweet rush of joy and excitement from riding a motorcycle? In the case of Bert Pot, the lure of riding a motorcycle again was so strong that he set about making the impossible very possible.

New 2013 BMW Motorrad Rider’s Equipment

BMW Motorrad has added some great new products in their 2013 rider’s equipment catalog. You’ll find many of these soon at your local dealership but not all will be available in all areas. For example, don’t expect any BMW helmets to be imported into the United States

BMW Motorrad has been developing its own motorcycle helmets since 1961. The System 6 EVO helmet is the current highlight of the “BMW helmets” products and is yet again setting the standard in safety, comfort, and design. The Race helmet, an all new development by “BMW helmets,” is already being used by five racers in the International German Motorcycle Championship (IDM).

The boots that BMW Motorrad is offering riders boast a wide range of functions and appealing designs. Like their predecessors, the new Allround boot is intended for beginners. Sporting a new color and numerous improvements, the tried and tested Rally GS Pro boot is to go where motorcycle boots have to fulfil the highest demands: offroad.

Gloves are an indispensable part of motorcycle equipment. The BMW Motorrad range provides the right model for every taste. The GS Dry gloves for both ladies and men are watertight and breathable enduro gloves thanks to GORE-TEX® X-TRAFIT™. The summer will be providing two models, the Rallye gloves for offroad and the ProSummer gloves for tours, both characterised by their lightweight and highly robust designs

functional wear always embodies a special utility value. That’s good – and even better when it comes from the BMW Motorrad collection. Some excellent examples are the Ride shirts. Also, they are made of recycled materials, and so boost that good feeling of having contributed to sustainability. The new Ride windbreaker finds space in the smallest of pockets.

Presenting a wealth of high quality and useful wear and lifestyle products, the leisure collections from BMW Motorrad Style cannot fail to make the hearts of fans beat faster. Whether fantastically designed jackets and shirts for him and her, distinctive caps and belts, or high quality bags or sleeves for smartphones and tablet PCs – the collection fuels ideas for the perfect gift.

BMW THREE DAYS RACE

BMW THREE DAYS RACE

he Husqvarna Rallye Team by Speedbrain is making history, as Joan ‘Hurricane’ Barreda dominated the Baja Espana Aragon from start to finish aboard his Speedbrain-prepared Husqvarna TE 449. The legendary three-day race was held as the second round of the FIM Baja World Cup. Barreda staked his claim on this competition staged in the area of Zaragoza right from the beginning of Friday’s prologue. The Spaniard continued to set the pace on the opening special test on Saturday, where he managed to gap the field by four minutes.

This was a view shared by an overwhelmed team principal Wolfgang Fischer, who said, “I’m absolutely delighted to see Joan take his first major rally victory. This is a testimony of his capabilities. The Baja Aragon – the second round of the 2012 FIM Baja World Cup – has a long-standing tradition and is a very difficult race. It’s an event where you have to have the skills and the heart. We had a job to finish after last year’s inaugural attempt. It’s particularly special to add our own win to Stephane Peterhansel’s success in his Mini in the car category, making it a sweep for the BMW Group. Next stop for us is the Pharaons Rally in Egypt. Paulo Goncalves will be lining up as well and aiming to battle for a podium in the final world championship classification.”

Overall Ranking:
1. Joan Barreda, ESP, (Husqvarna TE449) – 6:00:52.0 (Husqvarna Rallye Team By Speedbrain)
2. Gerard Farres, ESP, 6:02:33.0, Bordone Ferrari Moto Italia, TM 530
3. Victor Rivera, ESP, 6:19:36.0, Club Aventura Touareg, KTM 530 Exc-R
4. Marc Guasch, ESP, 6:20:59.0, Gas Gas Factory, Gas Gas 450
5. Jordi Viladoms, ESP, 6:35:49.0, Bordone Ferrari Moto Italia, TM 530

BMW Record Sales for the Year IN 2012

BMW Motorrad sold 59,189 motorcycles worldwide in the first half of 2012. While that’s down 2.3% compared to the 60,580 it sold in the first half of 2011, BMW Motorrad says it expects significant growth in the second half and therefore expects to reach a new sales record for the year. For June 2012, BMW Motorrad sales were down 13.2% (10,271 vs. 11,831 in June 2011).

As expected, the economic situation in the southern European motorcycle markets in particular led to a marked decline in purchasing activity among motorcycle customers in June 2012.” said Heiner Faust, Head of Sales and Marketing BMW Motorrad. “From a worldwide perspective, motorcycle markets are developing unevenly. All in all, BMW Motorrad has been able to assert itself well within this difficult market environment. For example, we are the market leader in the over 500cc segment in Germany, Italy and Spain. We will be providing a powerful purchase impetus in the second half of 2012 with our innovative new products such as the maxi scooters C600 Sport and C650GT, the new GS models in the entry-level and mid-range segment and other product measures. We are well on the way to achieving an all-time retail high in 2012.”

Worldwide sales of BMW brand vehicles climbed to 139,869 units (prev. yr. 134,444 /+4.0%) in the month under review. A total of 747,064 BMW brand vehicles (prev. yr. 689,884) have been delivered to customers worldwide since the start of the year – an increase of +8.3%.
Worldwide sales for MINI climbed 3.9% to 32,337 vehicles in the month under review (prev. yr 31,112). Year-to-date, MINI sales are up +7.0% to 151,875 units compared to 141,915 in the first six months of 2011.

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BMW Motorrad 2013 Model Updates

BMW Motorrad has announced updates to their 2013 model year lineup. Not all models, colors or packages will be available in all markets so contact your dealership for specifics. They should be able to order available models starting in August 2012. While ABS was standard on models imported to the US in 2012, the big news is ABS will now be standard on all models worldwide.

BMW developed and was the first to introduce a serial production motorcycle with anti-lock brakes in 1988. This is a proactive step, clearly pre-empting the requirement for ABS which is likely to be introduced in 2016 for all newly registered motorcycles in Europe. According to BMW the model years changes are:

BMW F800R. From model year 2013 the BMW F800R is available in the following new paint finishes:

Racing blue metallic/Alpine white
Sapphire black metallic

BMW F800R Dynamic package. In the Dynamic package, BMW Motorrad offers a combination of options and special accessories which underline the dynamic flair of the BMW F800R even more strikingly. The package comprises:

Engine spoiler
LED rear light
LED turn indicators
Pillion seat cover

BMW F800R Touring package. The ideal package motorcyclists who love to travel, the new Touring package for the F800R focuses on ride comfort and touring capability. The package comprises:

Heated grips
On-board computer
Socket
Luggage rack
Pannier holder
Center stand

BMW G650GS. From model year 2013 the BMW G650GS is available in the following new paint finish:

Sunset yellow

BMW R1200R. From model year 2013 the BMW R1200R is available in the following new paint finishes:

Montego blue metallic
Magnesium beige metallic

BMW S1000RR. From model year 2013 the BMW S1000RR is available in the following new paint finish:

Granite grey metallic matt

BMW K1300S. From model year 2013 the BMW K1300S is available in the following new paint finish:

Sapphire black metallic/Dark graphite metallic

BMW K1300R. From model year 2013 the BMW K1300R is available in the following new paint finishes:

Racing red/Sapphire Black metallic
Sapphire black metallic/Black satin gloss

Enjoy BMW Motorrad 2012

35,000 Enjoy BMW Motorrad Days 2012

Three days of motorcycle mania have just come to an end, with this year’s BMW Motorrad Days breaking all previous records. The organizers of the annual BMW Motorrad Days were eager to get the party started early – one day early in fact – as the 2012 event celebrations started this year for the first time on a Thursday evening with a ‘warm-up’ party in Munich. Crowds of motorcycle enthusiasts flocked to the BMW Museum, which hosted this fun event to get everyone in the mood for a weekend of partying, BMW style.

One of the most disappointed guys out there was BMW Motorrad’s Chris Pfeiffer, who wasn’t able to perform his amazing stunt show because of the heavy rain. However, the freestyle ace would make up for it later. At the prestigious BMW Motorrad Zentrum flagship store, a selection of lucky ladies had assembled for a rendezvous and ride-out with top male model Marcus Schenkenberg.

With the legendary opening party taking place on the Friday night, thousands of BMW bike-nuts arrived from across Europe and beyond to spend a full weekend immersed in the world of BMW Motorrad. As expected, the party lived up to its promises and as the Saturday morning sun shone on picturesque Garmisch-Partenkirchen, the Bavarian town awoke to the familiar tune of Boxer engines, singles, parallel twins, fours and even six-cylinder machines making their way to the ‘Hausbergparkplatz’ for a day of fun-filled activities

Behind the scenes, the organization team was kept busy with ‘live chats’ via Facebook, so all the brand enthusiasts who couldn’t make the trip to BMW Motorrad Days were still able to closely follow the event online. The boys from Blitz Motorcycles answered questions from fans about their special custom BMWs, followed by stunt legend Chris Pfeiffer, globetrotter Michael Martin and former personal assistant to Nelson Mandela, Zelda La Grange, who just happens to be a huge BMW fan – and a GS rider! All spoke about their lives, passions, and love for the BMW lifestyle.

As has become the tradition on Saturday, Chris Pfeiffer took his spectacular stunt show to the streets of Garmisch-Partenkirchen town center, while back at BMW Motorrad Days, World Superbike stars Marco Melandri, Leon Haslam and Troy Corser were kept busy signing autographs and chatting to fans. The FMX freestyle riders wowed spectators around the main arena with an amazing display of gravity-defying tricks and moves, including ‘no-handers’, ‘no footers’, ‘fender-grabs’ and even back-flips.

For those who came to Garmisch-Partenkirchen – and there were over 35,000 of you – thanks for helping make it a fantastic event and a record-breaking year! All good things must come to an end though and although it’s always sad when BMW Motorrad Days finishes for another year, we can safely say that this year’s event was the biggest and best yet! Don’t forget that in 2013, BMW Motorrad will be celebrating its 90th birthday, so the party will be even bigger than ever before. Start planning your 2013 trip from July 5-7 now.

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PROTECTION OF BMW BIKE

BMW FINANCIAL SERVICES INTRODUCED NEW WAY OF PROTECTING BMW BIKE have the potential to significantly reduce the impact of physical and financial obstacles on riders of the German-made motorcycles.THIS PLAN plan will provide replacements should the covered BMW motorcycle’s tires or wheels suffer any road hazard damage during the plan period, which can be purchased in one-to-five-year increments.it protects a BMW motorcycle owner who financed his or her motorcycle through BMW Financial Services should their motorcycle be totaled or stolen and their insurance carrier determine its value as less than that of the loan balance. Replacement – never repair – constitutes a key part of the Motorrad Tire & Wheel Protection Product with OEM or OEM-approved parts installed when the originals are damaged due to road hazards, including glass, metal, potholes, debris, nails, blowouts, etc.

unlukily, road hazards are a fact of life and wheels and tires take the brunt of them. This program provides just the kind of protection our customers want.” Road hazards are everywhere, regardless of topography and climate,” said McPherson. “Now a BMW motorcyclist can ride out of the dealership secure in knowing regardless of the obstacles he or she might encounter, should something happen to a relatively expensive wheel and/or tire, a BMW-specific replacement is fully covered at no additional expense.

2012 bmw S1000 RR

2012 BMW S1000 RR SPORTS BIKE

BMW has recalled 1,414 of its S1000RR sportbikes due to connecting rod issues. BMW says the 2012 models affected were built from Sept. 1, 2011, through April 10, 2012.

BMW says due to a manufacturing error, the connecting rod bolts may become loose during high engine temperatures, and/or high-engine operating speeds that could result in catastrophic engine damage.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connecting rod bolts free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during May, 2012.

BMW HID LIGHTS

Increase your Safety .. Improve your night time ride!

BMW Motorcycle HID headlights by 1Off MotorSports look as though they should have come stock on the bike. The crisp white light look of the HID headlight is a modification truly fitting of a BMW motorcycle.
Increase nighttime visibility and safety with the simple installation of a 1Off MotorSports HID Xenon Kit. These headlights are recommended and sold by over 100 BMW dealerships, such as: Bob's BMW of Maryland, Sierra BMW, and Fresno BMW.
All BMW HID xenon kits are backed by a lifetime warranty, which means that you'll never pay for bulbs again as long as you own your BMW motorcycle!

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F650GS (Twin)	G650 GS	R1150RS	K1200LT	R1200RT

bmw motorbikes 2013

BMW MOTORBIKES 2013

Introducing the new 2013 BMW Motorcycles.

Sport

2013 BMW Sport motorcycle models to be announced
- - High Performance
  2013 BMW High Performance motorcycle models to be announced
Roadster
2013 BMW Roadster motorcycle models to be announced

Scooter / Urban Mobility

2013 BMW Scooter and Urban Mobility models to be announced

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BMW R 1200 ST

R 1200 RT and the R 1200 ST have been designed for dramatically reduced weight compared to the preceding models as well as an impressive boost in maximum power from the all-new 1170cc, four-valve-per-cylinder Boxer twin.

the new Boxer engine produces 110 hp, 15 hp more than the outgoing R 1150 RT’s — and even 10 hp more than the R 1200 GS’s engine — while retaining a broad, flat torque curve. Moreover, the R 1200 RT weighs an astounding 70 pounds less than the R 1150 RT, while the R 1200 ST undercuts the R 1150 RS by an amazing 55 pounds

As on the R 1200 GS, the RT/ST engine employs the latest BMS-K engine management system. This is a completely integrated fuel- and spark-delivery system that uses sophisticated electronics fed crucial information by a host of sensors throughout the motorcycle. Anti-knock control allows the use of mid-grade fuel without risk of engine damage yet also maintains peak engine output when it is fed premium fuel. In this way, there are no compromises; the engine does not need to be “detuned” in the event premium fuel is not available.

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bmw bikes rates in india

BMW K 1300R: Price in india : Rs. 1,500,000

BMW K 1300R

BMW K 1300GT: Price in india: Rs. 2,000,000

BMW K 1300 GT

BMW K 1600GT: Price in india : Rs. 2,500,000

BMW K 1600 GT

BMW R 1200 GS: Price in india : Rs. 2,000,000

BMW R 1200 GS

BMW S 1000 RR: price in india : Rs. 180,000

BMW S 1000 RR

BMW K1300S: price in indai: Rs. 1,020,000

BMW K1300S

BMW R1200GS rear tire change

BMW R1200GS. According to Iain, "It was harder to mount than a TKC but nothing terrible. I did it with the two Motion Pro spoons and no lube." Iain will spend Memorial Day weekend pre-running for next month's BMW XPLOR Pacific Northwest Adventure Rally and we're eager to see how the Kenda Big Block handles the terrain. Stay tuned for additional updates as Iain puts some miles on this tire.

BMW R1200GS rear tire

BMW R1200GS rear tire

BMW 2012 BMW R1200GS


BMW R1200GS

BMW R1200GS

R 1200GS RALLYE: The special model R 1200 GS Rallye - no fan will ever want to be without this unique special series of the GS legend. Extended tours, long distance travels, and even journeys to the remote places of our planet run like a thread through the history of BMW GS, just like spectacular adventure rallies and magnificent sporting success. All of this now finds the ultimate testimony in the special model R 1200 GS Rallye from BMW Motorrad.

2012 BMW R1200GS Rallye Model Highlights

Body parts painted in Alpine white

• graphics in the BMW Motorrad Motorsports colours
• fork slider tubes lined in black
• engine lined in black
• rear frame lined in Magma red
• swingarm (Paralever) lined in Asphalt grey metallic
• cylinder head covers in Granite grey metallic
• seat in black and white
• Enduro ESA
• all chrome exhaust system
• cross spoke wheels
• heated grips
• hand protectors in white

2012 Honda CBR1000RR

2012 Honda CBR1000RR WALLPAPERS AND FEATURES

Honda's 2012 Honda CBR1000RR is the essential superbike-the perfect balance of power and handling designed to work together as one complete package. The NEW 2012 HONDA CBR900RR set the bar for liter-bike performance when it was introduced 20 years ago, and the new 2012 CBR1000RR sets that bar even higher. the new 2012 Honda CBR1000RR. The CBR1000RR is already the essential Superbike, offering a perfectly integrated combination of power, handling, and overall balance for both the street and the track. But this year we’ve taken this versatile machine and given it some major upgrades

We now see these endearing and enduring qualities carry forward to this day, embodied in the 2012 CBR1000RR. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the CBR-RR and in keeping with the original concept, the 2012 CBR1000RR continues to supply exemplary liter-class sportbike performance, pumping out huge midrange horsepower and torque for class-leading real-world muscle in a great-handling high-performance package unmatched by the competition in its overall balance.

2012 Honda CBR1000RR

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	2012 CBR1000RR
Model:	Fireblade
Type:	Sports

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	2012 CBR1000RR
Model:	Fireblade
Type:	SPORTS
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	999cc
Engine:	999cc, 4 Cylinder
Maximum Power:	175 Bhp @ 12000 rpm
Maximum Torque:	112 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Gears:	6 Manual
Clutch:	Assist Slipper Clutch, Wet
Bore:	76
Stroke:	55.1
No. of Cylinders:	4

CBR1000RR imparts an uncanny connection between rider and motorcycle thanks to its extraordinary balance, all-around performance and remarkably integrated feel. For 2012, Honda's engineers have further honed and sharpened these characteristics, offering riders the opportunity to step up and open the next chapter to the motorcycle that's become a living legend among sportbikes.

The future’s looking bright indeed—at least if you’re looking at it from behind the bars of a new 2012 CBR1000RR.

BMW SALES IN MARCH 2011 BREAKS ALL RECORDS WITH EMERGANCE OF CHINA AS LARGEST MARKET

BMW SALES IN MARCH 2011 BREAKS ALL RECORDS WITH EMERGENCE OF CHINA AS LARGEST MARKET

BMW first-quarter new-car sales in china were the highest ever. China overtook the United States as the group's largest single market in the first quarter, cementing its place as the biggest driver of growth for the premium car industry. March sales that broke all previous records as its three largest markets posted double-digit growth.

bmw sales in march eclipsed the previous monthly record from last June, thanks to strong showings for its 1 series volume model and a good start for the revamped 3 series.

Sales in China rose by 40 percent to 90,063 cars
• Head of Marketing and Sales, Peter Schwarzenbauer: “New Audi A6L will
further boost growth”
• 31,505 vehicles delivered in March sets new record

Audi continues its success story in China: The company sold 90,063 automobiles in China and Hong Kong in the first quarter of 2012 – a year-on-year increase of 40 percent.

Group sales in China grew 41.1 percent to 30,593 last month and by 36.8 percent to 80,014 for the quarter. In the United States, March sales climbed 13 percent to 29,806 and 16.6 percent to 75,729 for the quarter. Volume in Germany increased 11.6 percent to 30,981 in March and by 2 percent to 66,222 for the quarter.

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BMW R1150R Specifications

BMW R1150 R SPECIFICATIONS

BMW ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

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Engine Type: 1130 cc, 4 Stroke - Liquid Cooled - Boxer Twin
Engine Bore and Stroke: 101 mm x 70.5 mm
Compression Ratio: 10.3:1
Valves sohc, 4 valves/cylinder
Carburetion: Electronic intake pipe injection
Ignition System: digital engine management: Bosch Motronic MA 2.4 with overrun fuel cut-off, twin spark Ignition System:
Claimed Horsepower: 85 hp (63.4 kW) @ 6750 rpm
Maximum Torque: 98 Nm (72.3 ft. lbs) @ 5250 rpm

CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS

Frame Type: three-section composite frame consisting of front and rear section, load bearing engine.
Suspension - Front: BMW Motorrad Telelever; stanchion diameter 35 mm, central strut, rebound damping adjustable, 120 mm travel
Suspension - Rear: Die-cast aluminium single-sided swinging arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central strut, spring pre-load adjustable to continuously variable levels by means of hydraulic handwheel, rebound damping adjustable, 135 mm travel

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2011 BMW K1300S bmw heavybike

2011 BMW K1300S BMW HEAVYBIKE

BMW K1300S can not be forgotten. The Bavarian delivers a sport bike purpose built for the road – its K1300S. Some testers fancy the restrained growls of the BMW K1300, but the Four does exhibit a mellower demeanor than all save the Suzuki. Partly to blame is a faint sensation of lag in the fueling. Another irk at the throttle is pronounced engine braking that chops up deceleration. Curiously, the smooth engine can exhibit some buzz – though nothing close to the invasive vibes of the Kawasaki.

While not too distracting, the Beemer’s shaft drive feels out of place in the sportbike realm. Less refined than the shaft-driven Honda, the final drive doesn’t make itself known until downshifts.

The stout Bavarian feels the heaviest, even if the scales say otherwise (the Honda is 18 pounds heavier). Sensations of it being the broadest and longest bike is confirmed by physical measurement, and riders didn’t need a spec sheet to guess the Beemer sports the longest wheelbase at 62.4 inches. This helped it run the fastest quarter mile time but makes the bike feel big.

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BMW K75C SPECIAL FEATURES

BMW K75C :The "building-brick" principle of the BMW K75 as the next logical step in K100 technology goes something like this: The designers will tell you the bikes differ only in the disappearance of one cylinder and the rebending of the frame's front downtubes. But ask them about the K75's combustion chambers: "A little different," comes the answer. And the ignition curve? "A little different." Suspension front and rear? "A little different." Fuel delivery? "Also different, ein bisschen." Clearly the 75 is its own motorcycle—even a ride around the block tells that story.

BMW K75C : Out on the road, this weight redistribution makes a phenomenal difference. The rider's perception of overall trimness is such that unknowing riders jumping off a K100 and onto a K75 might think they'd also jumped out of 100 pounds or more. Indeed, weight loss and redistribution were claimed to be the key factors in BMW's decision to make the K75 a triple and not just a short-stroke K100. Although shortening the 100's stroke would have raised the redline and cost less than developing the triple, BMW estimates it would have saved only a pound of mass.

BMW K75C : In case you've forgotten how unique the K-bikes really are, let's review some engineering details. A longitudinal crankshaft transmits power to a second engine output shaft lying parallel to the crank. The last web of the crank, cut as a helical-toothed gear, meshes with the clutch drive and attached output shaft, while the nose of the crank drives two overhead cams via a roller chain and also controls ignition-pulse duties. The front of the output shaft drives the oil pump and the water pump. Spinning at crankshaft speed but in the opposite direction, the output shaft cancels any torque reaction. Bosch LE\Jetronic fuel injection feeds each cylinder at its intake port.

BMW K75C : Although the K75 closely resembles the four-cylinder K100 in general layout and concept, making the triple design work necessitated significant changes. First the crankshaft, set with its rod journals at 120-degree intervals, delivers one firing impulse for every 240 degrees of crank rotation. The crank's 70.0mm stroke pulls 67.0mm pistons through an undersquare cylinder configuration measuring the same as the K100's, but the pistons themselves are not the flat-crowned slugs of the 1000cc bike; rather they have slightly domed crowns with two valve-relief pockets to boost the 750's compression ratio up to 11:1 from the K100's 10.2:1.

BMW K75C : Give some thought to these compression numbers. The 750 CR king is Yamaha's FZ, running 11.2:1 figures; Suzuki's GSX-R has 10.6:1 pots. These bikes have complex four- and five-valve heads, along with sophisticated combustion-chamber design—both BMW's K-bikes use two-valve heads. K100 combustion chambers also have a prominent squish band, a design feature completely.eliminated on the 750. Yet our K75 never pinged during testing, even when run on unleaded super at 91 octane

BMW K75C : Furthermore, the K75's soft, long-travel suspension harries the rider engaged in hard braking. Staff opinion concerning the 750's front binders is divided: fast riders like the Brernbo's powerful grip; less racetrack-inspired individuals find its touch tough to modulate. The BMW has no shortage of braking power at hand and foot: the double discs will lock up the none-too-skinny front wheel on command, likewise the rear. Like those of the last K100 and R80 we rode, though, our K75's brake lever had a good deal of initial travel and a very narrow, medium-pressure arc of engagement. The combination of a hard-to-modulate, grippy front brake

BMWs, much of the package's appeal. Our K75C's bar was about perfect for all testers. The clutch is smooth, with a powerful, linear engagement, but, like the brakes, comes on strong in the last few degrees of throw; you'll not be speed-shifting on the Beemer. The K75 feels to have nowhere near the flywheel effect of the K100, and the K100 had nothing compared to the boxers. Still, the 750 takes off quickly from low engine speeds. The shifter is a long-travel device, but crisp, and gearbox ratios complement the engine's power curve well. Although the throttle is also a long-travel affair, fuel injection means it can use light return springs, a blessing after 150 miles of winding roads. The injection system itself was flawless on our 750, as we've come to expect.

specific features:

Make Model	BMW K 75C
Year	1984
Engine	Four-stroke, horizontal three cylinder in-line, liquid cooled, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity	740
Bore x Stroke	67 x 70 mm
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Induction	Electronic injection, Bosch LE-Jetronic
Ignition / Starting	Electronic ignition Bosch LE-Jetronic
Max Power	75 hp 55 kW @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque	68 Nm @ 6750 rpm
Transmission / Drive	5 Speed / shaft
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork with hydraulic shock absorber
Rear Suspension	Monolever - swinging arm
Front Brakes	2x 285mm discs 2 piston calipers

BMW MOTORCYCLE ENGINE BMW HEAVYBIKE ENGINE

BMW MOTORCYCLE ENGINE BMW HEAVYBIKE ENGINE

Type            Air-cooled horizontally-opposed transverse twin, with pushrod
                  operated overhead valves.

Dimensions             Bore             Stroke           Capacity - Actual
  R45                  70.0mm (2.76")   61.5mm (2.42")   473.1cc (28.86 cu in)
  R50                  67.0mm (2.64")   70.6mm (2.78")   497.6cc (30.35 cu in)
  R60                  73.5mm (2.89")   70.6mm (2.78")   598.8cc (36.53 cu in)
  R65, R65LS           82.0mm (3.23")   61.5mm (2.42")   649.2cc (39.60 cu in)
  R75                  82.0mm (3.23")   70.6mm (2.78")   745.3cc (45.46 cu in)
  All 800cc models     84.8mm (3.34")   70.6mm (2.78")   797.1cc (48.62 cu in)
  R90/6, R90S          90.0mm (3.54")   70.6mm (2.78")   897.8cc (54.77 cu in)
  All 1000cc models    94.0mm (3.70")   70.6mm (2.78")   979.4cc (59.74 cu in)

Compression ratio (standard values quoted, some machines may have been fitted
with compression plates to reduce compression ratio from standard)
  R45                       9.2 : 1
  R50                       8.6 : 1
  R60                       9.2 : 1
  R65, R65LS                9.2 : 1
  R75                       9.0 : 1
  R80/7-40 kw version       9.2 : 1
  R80/7-37 kw version,
    all other 800cc models  8.2 : 1
  R90/6                     9.0 : 1
  R90S                      9.5 : 1
  R100/7                    9.0 : 1
  R100 (UK)                 8.2 : 1
  All other 1000cc models*  9.5 : 1
*All US machines from 1980 models onwards, compression ratio was reduced
to 8.2 : 1.

Recommended engine speeds - rpm:        Idle       Max.          Max.
                                                   permissible   permissible
                                                   continuous
  R45 R65 R65LS                         800-1100   7300          7650
  R50 R60/5 R60/6 R75/5 R75/6 R90/6     600-800    6500          7000
  R60/7                                 800-1100   6500          7200
  R75/7                                 800-1100   6500          7400
  All 800cc models                      800-1100   7200          7400
  R90S                                  600-800    7000          7300
  R100/7                                800-1100   6800          7400
  All other 1000cc models - UK -
    all R100T R100S 1977,78 - US -
    all except below                    800-1100   7000          7400
  All other 1000cc models - UK -
    all except those above - US - 
    R100RS 1977                         800-1100   7200          7400