The new BMW F 800 R. BMW Motorrad presents the new BMW F 800 R. Visual makeover for the 2-cylinder roadster. Munich. Since its market launch in May 2009, the BMW F 800 R has provided impressive agility, sporty performance figures and light-footed handling combined with very low fuel consumption. In time for the start of 2012, the small BMW Motorrad roadster is to be given a visual makeover. Technically speaking, the new F 800 R will retain its well proven concept. The engine is still the liquid-cooled parallel twin with 4-valve technology and a capacity of 798 cc. The highly distinctive engine provides impressive pulling power, a spontaneous response and a low level of fuel consumption. The engine output is 64 kW/87 bhp at 8000 rpm, producing a torque of 86 Nm at 6000 rpm. Even more than before, the sporty flair and agility of the BMW F 800 R is now reflected in its highly dynamic design. The front side trim sections have been redesigned. They also serve as radiator covers and are now finished in body colour, as are the front mudguards. What is more, the spring of the rear spring strut is finished in red to highlight the sporty character of this naked bike. The Sport windshield finished in body colour and the white direction indicators are now part of the standard equipment of the new F 800 R. The new BMW F 800 R is available in three colour combinations. While Alpine white/Black satin gloss stands for uncompromising dynamic performance, Magma red/White aluminium metallic matt is sporty and provocative in style. Meanwhile Mineral silver metallic gives the new F 800 R a refined, technological touch. The price in Germany is 8,400. – euros incl. 19 % VAT. The market launch date for Europe is December 2011. An overview of highlights of the new BMW F 800 R. “¢ Compact, sporty naked bike with high level of riding dynamics and agility. “¢ Liquid-cooled parallel twin with a capacity of 798 cc, 4-valve technology, DOHC cam follower valve drive and unique mass balancing. “¢ Output 64 kW/87 bhp at 8000 rpm, torque 86 Nm at 6000 rpm. “¢ Excellent pulling power for maximum riding fun on country roads. “¢ Manifold injection with electronic engine control. “¢ Torsionally stiff aluminium frame and dual swing arm. “¢ Dry weight/road-ready weight: 177/199 kg. “¢ Fuel tank positioned under seat for optimum centre of gravity. “¢ High-performance Brembo brake system, optionally with BMW Motorrad ABS. “¢ New: Newly designed front side trim sections in body colour. “¢ New: Front mudguards in body colour. “¢ New: Spring of rear spring strut finished in red. “¢ New: Sport windshield in body colour (now as standard). “¢ New: White direction indicators (now as standard). “¢ New: Colour combinations in Alpine white/Black satin gloss, Magma red/ White aluminium metallic matt and Mineral silver metallic. More, from another press release issued by BMW Motorrad: BMW Motorrad presents three new special models: BMW R 1200 GS Rallye, BMW K 1300 S with HP Package, and BMW K 1300 R. Dynamics Package for BMW K 1300 S. Special model BMW R 1200 GS Rallye. 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. Body parts in solid Alpine white, graphics in the legendary BMW Motorrad Motorsports colours, and fork and engine in black lend the R 1200 GS Rallye its especially sporting, adventurous character. The Paralever swingarm in Asphalt grey metallic, cylinder head covers in Granite grey metallic, and an all chrome exhaust system provide a powerful contrast of engineering. A particular eyecatcher is presented by the rear frame with Magma red paintwork. The sporting look of the 81 kW / 100 hp travel enduro is underscored by the seat in black and white. Cross spoke wheels, heated grips, hand protectors in white, case holder, onboard computer, and the electronic suspension adjustment Enduro ESA make this extraordinary GS ideal for a very wide range of applications. The price in Germany is €14,950.00 incl 19% VAT, and the launch is scheduled for January 2012. The highlights of the BMW R 1200 GS Rally special model: “¢ 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 “¢ pannier holder “¢ onboard computer BMW K 1300 S with HP Package. As the sportiest representative of the BMW Motorrad K Series, the BMW K 1300 S combines sporting character and riding dynamics with a high level of comfort, lightfooted handling with absolute riding stability, and superior performance with perfect everyday practicality. At the same time, it offers a high level of protection against wind and weather and perfected ergonomics for long hauls. The special model BMW K 1300 S with HP Package emphasises these virtues and upgrades the popular sports tourer to a vehicle of even greater prestige. The special model bears an exclusive Edition badge of brushed aluminium on the airbox cover. This sporting character is underscored by the paintwork of solid Alpine White / metallic Lupin Blue / solid Night Black contrasting with the HP carbon parts like the covers for the front wheel, airbox, clutch, and seat. The technical highlights of the 175 hp packing K 1300 S are the HP gearshift assistant, the Akrapović sports silencer, the electronic suspension adjustment ESA II, the automatic stability control ASC, the tyre pressure control RDC, the heated grips, and an onboard computer. In addition, the BMW K 1300 S as a special model with HP Package benefits from yet more high quality equipment details. Its standard equipment includes the HP footrests for rider and passenger and a tinted windscreen. For the perfect accommodation in the garage at home, this fully equipped special model of the BMW K 1300 S also comes with a paddock stand. The price in Germany is € 20,090.00 incl 19% VAT, and the launch is scheduled for January 2012. The highlights of the special model K 1300 S with HP Package: “¢ metal badge of brushed aluminium with edition number on the air box cover “¢ special paintwork in solid Alpine white/Lupin blue metallic/Night black “¢ HP carbon front wheel cover “¢ HP carbon airbox cover “¢ HP carbon clutch cover “¢ HP carbon seat cover “¢ HP footrests for rider and passenger “¢ HP gearshift assistant “¢ Akrapović sports silencer “¢ electronic suspension adjustment ESA II “¢ onboard computer “¢ automatic stability control ASC “¢ tyre pressure control RDC “¢ heated grips “¢ tinted windscreen “¢ paddock stand Special model BMW K 1300 R Boasting a 127 kW (173 hp) engine and tipping the scales at 243 kg including fuel, the extravagant power roadster K 1300 R is one of the most powerful vehicles on this segment for even the highest demands for riding dynamics. The exclusive paintwork on the special model K 1300 R underscores the muscular face and the sporty, lean tail of this athletic naked bike. At the same time, the combination of mat metallic Ostra grey and metallic Sapphire black emphasises the uncompromising masculinity of this beefy roadster. The lettering in Sun yellow presents a play of harmony. The special model also features a high quality carbon engine spoiler in support of its dynamic riding claims. The price in Germany is €14,910.00 incl 19% VAT, and the launch is scheduled for January 2012. The highlights of the special model K 1300 R: “¢ special paintwork in mat metallic Ostra grey and Sapphire black metallic “¢ lettering with Sun yellow “¢ carbon engine spoiler BMW K 1300 S with Dynamics Package The Dynamics Package from BMW Motorrad presents a range of optional equipment and optional accessories that serve to enhance even further the riding dynamics, riding safety, comfort, and touring capabilities provided by the extensive equipment that is already fitted as standard. The new Dynamics Package will be available from January 2012 for orders of new vehicles. The package price in Germany is €1010.00 incl 19% VAT (€854 saving). The scopes of the BMW K 1300 S Dynamic Package: “¢ safety package with automatic stability control ASC and tyre pressure control RDC “¢ heated grips “¢ onboard computer “¢ HP gearshift assistant “¢ electronic suspension adjustment ESA II More, from another press release issued by BMW Motorrad: The new BMW C 600 Sport and BMW C 650 GT. There have been drastic changes in the requirements for individual mobility concepts, specifically for conurbations. The challenges facing inner city traffic in future will be growing traffic volume, rising energy costs, and greater stringency of CO2 stipulations. The BMW Group has recognised these challenges and is developing series solutions for the mobility needs of today and tomorrow. As an integral part of the BMW Group, BMW Motorrad is also dealing with the issues of individual single track mobility and the future needs of customers. In this context, BMW Motorrad is expanding its business activities to include urban mobility. As its first offers on this sector, BMW Motorrad will be presenting two premium vehicles on the maxi scooter segment. The BMW C 600 Sport and the BMW C 650 GT combine the outstanding riding properties of a motorcycle with the specific agility and conceptual comfort of a scooter for a new kind of dynamic riding experience. The new maxi scooters will be built at the BMW Motorrad plant in Berlin. Two dynamic maxi scooters for sports and touring. The differing characteristics of the concepts behind these two maxi scooters appeal to a wide target group: the C 600 Sport for the riders with sports ambitions, and the C 650 GT for customers attaching greater importance to comfort and touring ability. Irrespectively of their differing concepts, the C 600 Sport and the C 650 GT present the unique design language of BMW Motorrad, setting new standards on this segment in this category as well. Modern and dynamic, they are the perfect examples of the BMW Motorrad design philosophy. Powerful 2-cylinder inline engine with CVT and characteristic sound. The 2-cylinder inline engine of the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT is an all new development by BMW Motorrad with a displacement of 647 cc. In both models, its rated power output is 44 kW (60 hp) at 7500 rpm, and its max torque of 66 Nm is available at 6000 rpm. The power is transferred via a directly integrated CVT, or continuously variable transmission. The engine owes its low position and therefore low centre of gravity to its cylinder bank, which is inclined to the front through 70°. The characteristic sound and low vibration levels are the result of the 90° crank pin offset, 270° ignition spacing, and two balancer shafts driven by spur gears. An electronic fuel injection system supplies the four valves under the two overhead camshafts. Oil is supplied from a dry sump with double oil pump, and an efficient cooling concept optimises the thermal equilibrium in the 2-cylinder engine. The exhaust system is made completely of stainless steel and complies with motorcycle specifications. Fitted with a closed loop catalytic converter and an oxygen sensor, the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT fulfil today the Euro-4 emission limits of tomorrow. Suspension with playful handling and best riding stability. One objective in the development of the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT was to combine directional stability at high speeds on the motorway with playful handling in city traffic and clear feedback to the rider just like a motorcycle. Accordingly, the design of the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT suspension features a torsionally rigid hybrid interconnection of a tubular steel bridge frame and a diecast aluminium unit at the swingarm bearing. In addition, the 2-cylinder inline engine functions as a bearing element, presenting a particularly rigid construction for stable and high precision response. The greatest possible riding stability is also provided by the bearing for the cast light-alloy single swingarm with coaxial centre of rotation. Also the suspension elements fulfil more fastidious needs for sporting character and comfort. At the front, an upside down fork presents a generous fixed fork diameter of 40 mm. The tail presents a reclining spring strut on the left side. The spring travels are each 115 mm, as they also occur quite commonly on the motorcycle sector. Also the tyre widths and cross sections of the C 600 Sport and the C 650 GT are aligned to motorcycle dimensions. Powerful braking system with BMW Motorrad ABS fitted as standard. The new C 600 Sport and C 650 GT are fitted with a generously sized braking system consisting of a two-rotor disc brake at the front and a single disc brake at the rear, each 270 mm in diameter. At the same time, the BMW Motorrad ABS fitted as standard ensures maximum possible safety. Multifunctional instrument cluster and optional LED daytime running light. The instrument cluster of the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT presents a large, easily readable LCD display with integrated engine speed readout and an analogue speedometer. The instrument cluster presents considerably more functions than usual in this vehicle class. For the first time, BMW Motorrad is also offering an LED daytime running light as an optional equipment feature on its C 600 Sport and C 650 GT. C 600 Sport with the world premiere FlexCase. The FlexCase for the C 600 Sport is an innovative stowage space concept. A flap in the tail base under the seat enlarges the stowage space on the stationary vehicle. This can be used e.g. to hold two helmets. The highlights at a glance “¢ Efficiency optimised 2-cylinder inline engine with high torque and CVT. “¢ The most powerful and efficient engine of its class. “¢ Compact design with dry sump lubrication. “¢ Power output 44 kW (60 hp) at 7500 rpm, max torque 66 Nm at 6000 rpm. “¢ Punchy sound and low vibration levels thanks to the 90° crank pin offset, 270° ignition spacing, and two balancer shafts. “¢ Low fuel consumption and low emissions thanks to electronic fuel injection and closed loop catalytic converter. “¢ Suspension concept similar to a motorcycle; particularly rigid and hence more stable suspension system of tubular steel bridge frame and diecast aluminium unit at the swingarm bearing. “¢ Generously dimensioned upside down fork with 40 mm standpipe diameter. “¢ Swingarm with wide bearing base and reclining spring strut on the side. “¢ Swingarm’s centre of rotation coaxial with the output shaft, so constant chain tension and reduced reaction torques. “¢ Low maintenance, encapsulated secondary drive via roller chain in oil bath. “¢ High level of active safety thanks to generously sized braking system and dual channel ABS fitted as standard. “¢ Hold brake engaged automatically via the side stand. “¢ Multifunctional instrument cluster with onboard computer. “¢ Optional LED daytime running light and way home function. “¢ Either sporty, dynamic or luxurious, elegant in the characteristic BMW Motorrad design language. “¢ Generously sized stowage space. C 600 Sport with the world premiere FlexCase as an innovative stowage space concept. “¢ Powered (C 650 GT) or manual (C 600 Sport) windscreen adjustments for the optimal protection against wind and weather. “¢ Three colour variants for each. “¢ Extensive equipment and custom accessories of the familiar high BMW Motorrad quality. The differences between the C 600 Sport and the C 650 GT at a glance The sporty, dynamic scooter BMW C 600 Sport is characterised by a seat positioned for extremely active riding. This was made possible by the arrangement of the foot boards, seat, and handlebar in an ergonomic triangle. More fastidious needs for touring and long distance capabilities, on the other hand, are fulfilled by the luxurious C 650 GT. The rider and passenger can therefore adopt a more relaxed sitting posture that is highly appreciated especially over long stretches. The ergonomics designed for even greater passenger capability and comfort can be felt in particular on a more comfortable seat with adjustable backrest for the rider in conjunction with a higher handlebar and comfortable floor boards in lieu of separate footrests for the passenger. In addition, the C 650 GT presents a larger, powered windscreen for even better protection against wind and weather. Ergonomics “¢ C 600 Sport with dynamic seat position as a result of flatter handlebar, sporty seat design for both one and two persons, and sporty footrests for the passenger; seat height 810 mm. “¢ C 650 GT with emphatically comfortable seat position as a result of higher handlebar, more comfortable and larger seat with adjustable backrest for the rider, and foot boards for the passenger as well; seat height 780 mm. Windscreen “¢ C 600 Sport with windscreen adjustable mechanically to three positions. “¢ C 650 GT with larger windscreen adjustable electrically over 10 cm for even greater comfort and protection from wind and weather. Body and design “¢ C 600 Sport with sporty, spartan panels. The lean tail with the dynamic upswing and emphatic body edges lend it lightness and dynamics. “¢ C 650 GT with an organic design language emphasising comfort attributes. Generously sized panel parts for outstanding comfort and protection against wind and weather. Headlights, turn indicators, rear light “¢ C 600 Sport: front turn indicators integrated in the panelling, twin circular headlights with two side lights on the left and right, LED rear light cluster with single turn indicators “¢ C 650 GT: front turn indicators integrated in the mirrors, twin circular headlights with side lights between them presenting a vertical light strip of three elements, LED rear light cluster with integrated turn indicators. Stowage space “¢ C 600 Sport with world premiere FlexCase and hence variable stowage space concept in the tail under the seat. Despite its sporty, spartan tail section, two helmets can be easily stowed in the parked vehicle. “¢ C 650 GT with a large stowage space of about 60 litres in the tail for taking two helmets and other utilities. Colours “¢ C 600 Sport: Cosmic blue metallic matt Titanium silver metallic Sapphire black metallic “¢ C 650 GT: Sapphire black metallic Platinum bronze metallic Vermilion red metallic