2012 BMW S1000RR Review [Video]
That BMW is a company with huge engineering resources shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone. After all, it’s been building motor vehicles for more than 90 years and has a German stereotype to uphold.
Nevertheless, my biggest surprise at the launch of the 2012 S1000RR was the boundless enthusiasm each engineer, no matter if gray hair or no hair, showed in regard to sportbikes. There’s a lot more to this performance-driven crew than just building transportation appliances, as we found out at the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia, Spain, where the bike’s 2012 edition was sampled by the world’s media last week.
For example, Ralph Schwickerath, the S1000’s chassis project manager, is not only a mechanical engineer but a former racer who is nearly as quick as Jurgen Fuchs, a BMW test rider who has raced in 250cc and 500cc Grands Prix. And the RR’s dual project managers, Rudi Schneider and Josef Machler, were both suited up and ripping around the grand prix circuit in a rare display among OEM senior managers. And then there’s 58-year-old Markus Poschner, BMW’s general manager for the K and S series platforms, who chooses the hardcore S1000RR among BMW’s selection of more comfortable models when he takes his wife out for rides in the Alps.
The New BMW G-650 GS Heavy Bike
The new BMW G 650 GS Sertão
With its new BMW G 650 GS Sertão, BMW Motorrad has added a new, sporting chapter to the history of single cylinders in the BMW GS family. Whereas the G 650 GS thrilled riders with its lean, wiry off-road stature, the G 650 GS Sertão promises even more sporting characteristics, even greater off-road capabilities, and an even stronger desire for adventure.
And all of this without any sacrifice to the established virtues of a BMW single cylinder endure such as everyday practicality, appealing price-performance ratio, and playful riding properties.
Chassis for greater off-road practicality, optimized touring properties, and dynamic design.
On the technical side, the new G 650 GS Sertão uses the established liquid cooled, high-torque single cylinder engine of the G 650 GS with two overhead camshafts, fuel injection, and double ignition. Its 652 cc displacement delivers 50 hp at 6500 rpm and a max torque of 44 ft/lb at 5000 rpm.Whereas the G 650 GS chassis was developed primarily for country roads and light off-road use, the Sertão presents far greater off-road practicality in the form of longer spring travels and tighter tuning. In addition, it is fitted with wire spoke wheels.
Bmw Heavy Bikes - Alphabetical Listings
Bmw Heavy Bikes - Alphabetical Listings
Model Designation Link | Produced From | Produced To |
| BMW F650 | 1993 | 2000 |
| BMW F650CS Scarver | 2001 | 2006 |
| BMW F650GS | 1999 | ---- |
| BMW F650GS Dakar | 1999 | ---- |
| BMW F650ST | 1996 | 2000 |
| BMW F800ST | 2006 | ---- |
| BMW F800S | 2006 | ---- |
| BMW Futuro | 1980 Concept Bike | No production |
| BMW G650 Xmoto | 2007 | ---- |
| BMW G650 Xchallenge | 2007 | ---- |
| BMW G650 Xcountry | 2007 | ---- |
| BMW K1 | 1988 | 1993 |
| BMW K75 | 1985 | 1996 |
| BMW K75C | 1985 | 1990 |
| BMW K75RT | 1989 | 1995 |
| BMW K75S | 1985 | 1995 |
| BMW K75T | 1986 | 1987 |
| BMW K100 | 1982 | 1990 |
| BMW K100LT | 1986 | 1991 |
| BMW K100RS 2 Valve | 1983 | 1989 |
| BMW K100RS 4 Valve | 1989 | 1992 |
| BMW K100RT | 1983 | 1989 |
| BMW K1100LT | 1989 | 1999 |
| BMW K1100RS | 1992 | 1996 |
| BMW K1200LT | 1996 | ---- |
| BMW K1200GT | 2002 | 2006 |
| BMW K1200GT (2nd Generation) | 2006 | ---- |
| BMW K1200R | 2006 | ---- |
| BMW K1200R Sport | 2006 | ---- |
| BMW K1200RS | 1996 | 2006 |
| BMW K1200S | 2004 | ---- |
| BMW R2 Series 1 | 1931 | 1931 |
| BMW R2 Series 2a | 1932 | 1932 |
| BMW R2 Series 2/33 | 1933 | 1933 |
| BMW R2 Series 3 | 1934 | 1934 |
| BMW R2 Series 4 | 1935 | 1935 |
| BMW R2 Series 5 | 1936 | 1936 |
| BMW R3 | 1936 | 1936 |
| BMW R4 Series 1 | 1932 | 1932 |
| BMW R4 Series 2 | 1933 | 1933 |
| BMW R4 Series 3 | 1934 | 1934 |
| BMW R4 Series 4 | 1935 | 1935 |
| BMW R4 Series 5 | 1936 | 1937 |
| BMW R5 | 1936 | 1937 |
| BMW R6 | 1937 | 1937 |
| BMW R7 | No Production | No Production |
| BMW R10 | No Production | No Production |
| BMW R11 Series 1 | 1929 | 1930 |
| BMW R11 Series 2 | 1930 | 1931 |
| BMW R11 Series 3 | 1931 | 1932 |
| BMW R11 Series 4 | 1933 | 1934 |
| BMW R11 series 5 | 1934 | 1934 |
| BMW R12 Single Carb | 1935 | 1942 |
| BMW R12 Twin Carb | 1935 | 1942 |
| BMW R16 Series 1 | 1929 | 1930 |
| BMW R16 Series 2 | 1930 | 1932 |
| BMW R16 Series 3 | 1932 | 1932 |
| BMW R16 Series 4 | 1933 | 1933 |
| BMW R16 Series 5 | 1934 | 1934 |
| BMW R17 | 1935 | 1937 |
| BMW R20 | 1937 | 1938 |
| BMW R23 | 1938 | 1940 |
| BMW R24 | 1948 | 1950 |
| BMW R25 | 1950 | 1951 |
| BMW R25/2 | 1951 | 1953 |
| BMW R25/3 | 1953 | 1956 |
| BMW R26 | 1956 | 1960 |
| BMW R27 | 1960 | 1966 |
| BMW R28 Military | 1964 | 1964 |
| BMW R32 | 1923 | 1926 |
| BMW R35 | 1937 | 1940 |
| BMW R37 | 1925 | 1926 |
| BMW R39 | 1925 | 1927 |
| BMW R42 | 1926 | 1928 |
| BMW R45 | 1978 | 1985 |
| BMW R47 | 1927 | 1928 |
| BMW R50 | 1955 | 1960 |
| BMW R50/2 | 1960 | 1969 |
| BMW R50/5 | 1969 | 1973 |
| BMW R50S | 1960 | 1962 |
| BMW R50US | 1967 | 1969 |
| BMW R51 | 1938 | 1940 |
| BMW R51/2 | 1950 | 1951 |
| BMW R51/3 | 1951 | 1954 |
| BMW R52 | 1928 | 1929 |
| BMW R57 | 1928 | 1930 |
| BMW R60 | 1956 | 1960 |
| BMW R60/2 | 1960 | 1969 |
| BMW R60/5 | 1969 | 1973 |
| BMW R60/6 | 1973 | 1976 |
| BMW R60/7 | 1976 | 1982 |
| BMW R60US | 1967 | 1969 |
| BMW R61 | 1938 | 1941 |
| BMW R62 | 1928 | 1929 |
| BMW R63 | 1928 | 1929 |
| BMW R65 | 1978 | 1985 |
| BMW R65RT | ? | ? |
| BMW R65GS | 1987 | 1992 |
| BMW R65LS (Luxus Sport) | 1981 | 1985 |
| BMW R65 Mono | 1985 | 1993 |
| BMW R65RT Mono | 1985 | 1988 |
| BMW R66 | 1938 | 1941 |
| BMW R67 | 1951 | 1951 |
| BMW R 67/2 | 1952 | 1954 |
| BMW R67/3 | 1955 | 1956 |
| BMW R68 | 1952 | 1954 |
| BMW R69 | 1955 | 1960 |
| BMW R69S | 1960 | 1969 |
| BMW R69US | 1967 | 1969 |
| BMW R71 | 1938 | 1941 |
| BMW R75/5 | 1969 | 1973 |
| BMW R75/6 | 1973 | 1976 |
| BMW R75/7 | 1976 | 1979 |
| BMW R75 Sidecar Unit | 1941 | 1944 |
| BMW R80 | 1984 | 1995 |
| BMW R80/7 | 1977 | 1984 |
| BMW R80 G/S | 1980 | 1987 |
| BMW R80GS | 1987 | 1996 |
| BMW R80GS Basic & Kalahari | ? | ? |
| BMW R80R | 1991 | 1994 |
| BMW R80RT | 1982 | 1984 |
| BMW R80RT Mono | 1984 | 1995 |
| BMW R80ST | 1982 | 1984 |
| BMW R850C | 1997 | 2000 |
| BMW R850GS | 1996 | 2001 |
| BMW R850R | 1994 | 2001 |
| BMW R850RT | 1996 | 2005? |
| BMW R90/6 | 1973 | 1976 |
| BMW R90S | 1973 | 1976 |
| BMW R100 | 1980 | 1984 |
| BMW R100 Mono | 1990? | 1990? |
| BMW R100/7 | 1976 | 1980 |
| BMW R100CS | 1980 | 1984 |
| BMW R100GS | 1987 | 1996 |
| BMW R100RS | 1976 | 1984 |
| BMW R100RT | 1978 | 1984 |
| BMW R100R | 1991 | 1995 |
| BMW R100R Mystic | 1993 | 1995 |
| BMW R100RS Mono | 1986 | 1992 |
| BMW R100RT Mono incl. R100LT | 1987 | 1995 |
| BMW R100S | 1976 | 1980 |
| BMW R100T | 1978 | 1980 |
| BMW R1100GS | 1993 | 1999 |
| BMW R1100R | 1993 | 2001 |
| BMW R1100RS | 1992 | 2001 |
| BMW R1100RT | 1995 | 2001 |
| BMW R1100S | 1998 | 2005? |
| BMW R1150GS | 1998 | 2004 |
| BMW R1150GS Adventure | 2001 | 2006 |
| BMW R1150R | 1999 | 2006 |
| BMW R1150R Rockster | 2002 | 2006 |
| BMW R1150RS | 2000 | 2006 |
| BMW R1150RT | 2000 | 2006 |
| BMW R1200C Avantgarde | 1999 | 2004 |
| BMW R1200C Classic | 1996 | 2004 |
| BMW R1200C Independent | 2000 | 2004 |
| BMW R1200CL | 2002 | 2006 |
| BMW R1200C Montauk | 2003 | 2006 |
| BMW R1200GS | 2004 | ---- |
| BMW R1200GS Adventure | 2006 | ---- |
| BMW R1200GS HP2 | 2005 | ---- |
| BMW R1200GS HP2 Megamoto | 2007 | ---- |
| BMW R1200R | 2006 | ---- |
| BMW R1200RT | 2005 | ---- |
| BMW R1200S | 2006 | ---- |
| BMW R1200ST | 2005 | ---- |
BMW HP2 Sport Motorsport – uncompromisingly limited.
BMW HP2 Sport Motorsport – uncompromisingly limited.
The BMW HP2 Sport caused quite a stir with its race track appearances - rarely has a 2-cylinder flat twin bike caused the competition so much trouble, it even outdistanced many a 4-cylinder bike. In the last 24-hour race at the Oschersleben Speedweek, both machines entered in the race finished in the overall top 10. One reason for this performance is the DOHC cylinder head*, which is being used for the first time in this fascinatingly engineered enthusiast’s motorcycle.
For all ambitious sports riders and keen flat twin fans a unique limited edition of 400 is now to be produced: derived from the paint finish of the Endurance machine, it is finished in the colours Alpine White /Indigo Blue / HP Red. As in the racing machine, the rims are finished in Indigo Blue at the front and Alpine White at the rear. Otherwise all the familiar specifications apply, including the material - leading to a sensational dry weight of 178 kg - and the impressive performance figures. In short: take the opportunity to put it away right now - or else use it for what it was built for and order a second set of rims for the rain tyres along with it!
BMW HP2 Sport Specifications
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Type | Air/oil-cooled flat twin ('Boxer') 4-stroke engine, two camshafts and four radially aligned valves per cylinder, central balancer shaft |
| Bore x stroke | 101 mm x 73 mm |
| Capacity | 1,170 cc |
| Rated output | 98 kW (133 hp) at 8,750 rpm (Max. 9,500 rpm) |
| Max. torque | 115 Nm at 6,000 rpm |
| Compression ratio | 12.5 : 1 |
| Mixture control / engine management | Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management including knock sensor BMS-K+ with overrun fuel cut-off, single ignition |
| Emission control | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3 |
| Performance / fuel consumption | |
| Maximum speed | over 200 km/h |
| Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h | 4.5 l |
| Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h | 5.8 l |
| Fuel type | Unleaded super and premium, octane number 95-98 (RON) (knock sensor; rated output at 98 RON) |
| Electrical system | |
| Alternator | Three-phase alternator 480 W |
| 12 V / 12 Ah, maintenance-free | |
| Power transmission | |
Clutch |  Single dry plate clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Gearbox | Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gear teeth, Quick shifter |
| Drive | Shaft drive |
| Chassis / brakes | |
| Frame | Steel spaceframe, self-supporting carbon front and rear fairings |
| Front wheel location / suspension | BMW Motorrad Telelever, continuously adjustable spring pre-load, adjustable tension and compression stroke damping and vehicle height |
| Rear wheel location / suspension | BMW Motorrad Paralever, Öhlins central spring strut, continuously adjustable spring pre-load, adjustable tension and compression stroke damping and vehicle height |
| Suspension travel front / rear | 105 mm / 120 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,485 mm |
| Castor | 86 mm |
| Steering head angle | 66 ° |
| Wheels | Surface-milled forged wheels |
| Rim, front | 3.50 x 17" |
| Rim, rear | 6,00 x 17" |
| Tyres, front | 120/70 ZR 17 |
| Tyres, rear | 190/55 ZR 17 |
| Brake, front | Dual disc brake, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm, Brembo Monoblock calipers four-piston |
| Brake, rear | Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston floating calipers |
| ABS | Optional extra: BMW Motorrad ABS, can be switched off |
| Dimensions / weights | |
| Length | 2,135 mm |
| Width (incl. mirrors) | 750 mm |
| Height (excl. mirrors) | 1,163 mm |
| Seat height, unladen weight | 830 mm |
| Inner leg curve, unladen weight | 1,810 mm |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1) | 199 kg |
| Dry weight 2) | 178 kg |
| Permitted total weight | 330 kg |
| Payload (with standard equipment) | 131 kg |
| Usable tank volume | 16 l |
| Reserve | approx. 3.0 l |
- Technical data relate to the unladen weight (DIN)
- 1) According to guideline 93/93/EWG with all fluids, fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume
- 2) Unladen weight without fluids
BMW Heavy Bike High Performance
High Performance Overview
Outstanding race results are inexorably linked with BMW Motorrad’s flat twin “Boxer” models. So it is an obvious step to build a high-end version! The result is the BMW HP2 Sport: the uncompromising realisation of the 24-Hour Endurance racer as a road machine. 100 per cent motor racing genes, licensed for the road. An exclusive sports machine by BMW Motorrad for motor racing connoisseurs and 2-cylinder enthusiasts which puts racing expertise into serial production – with power and authenticity. With an incredible air/oil-cooled 98 kW (133 bhp) and 115 Nm – a unique performance for a serial production “Boxer”!
For ambitious sports riders, the BMW HP2 Sport is the non plus ultra: consistent lightweight construction, excusive details and top-class materials give it truly unique quality. The self-supporting front and rear sections in carbon, even lighter forged wheels and filigree components reduce the dry weight to an impressive 178 kg. Exclusive motor racing features to be found in serial production for the first time such as the shift assistant which allows shifting without accelerator release and clutch disengagement, and the DOHC cylinder head with its four radially arranged valves. A maximum engine speed of 9500 rpm provides pure Grand Prix feeling!
Speed fans can enjoy complete banking freedom since the aerodynamic high-quality steel exhaust system has been moved under the engine and seat and ends in an attractive rear silencer in the single-section rear. The large-volume silencer provides an inimitable “Boxer” sound - an acoustic thrill for racers. The 2D GP dashboard derived from Moto-GP racing provides all information to the cockpit. The chassis, ergonomics and vehicle geometry are individually adjustable, guaranteeing excellent handling. This orientation to the rider’s personality is highlighted by the use of carbon: due the consistency of this material the trim is made almost entirely by hand, making every BMW HP2 Sport a unique specimen.
Speed fans can enjoy complete banking freedom since the aerodynamic high-quality steel exhaust system has been moved under the engine and seat and ends in an attractive rear silencer in the single-section rear. The large-volume silencer provides an inimitable “Boxer” sound - an acoustic thrill for racers. The 2D GP dashboard derived from Moto-GP racing provides all information to the cockpit. The chassis, ergonomics and vehicle geometry are individually adjustable, guaranteeing excellent handling. This orientation to the rider’s personality is highlighted by the use of carbon: due the consistency of this material the trim is made almost entirely by hand, making every BMW HP2 Sport a unique specimen.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).
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