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Highlights 2016 - BMW Motorcycles
Highlights / Editorial Highlights 2016 BMW Motorrad G 310 R — 4 Another year has flown by since the last Highlights production bike, the R nineT Scrambler. So watch catalogue. One year. Or ,, seconds. The this space! seconds fly, but so does the speed of technological The ! Highlights catalogue also features insights change in the world of motorbikes – and BMW into our latest designs and pioneering technology, like Motorrad is always right at the cutting edge. the BMW Motorrad Street AIR system – a wearable We ride from the front. We think ahead. And with airbag that works independently of the motorbike this catalogue we take a look what's to come – new and uses technology that until now was exclusively products and exciting events – but at the same time reserved for MotoGP riders. we’ll take another look at the stand-out moments We’ve also included features on the Lifestyle & from the year gone by. We invite you to join us on Equipment collection and an overview of festivals and both journeys. It’s always an exciting time when new events, including BMW Motorrad Days. There's some bike models are ready to roll off the starting blocks. great events coming up, and we would like to extend What will they look like? What new technologies an early invitation to all motorcycling fans. are there? And above all: will they bring even more riding pleasure? One of the most exciting new launches is undoubtedly the G R, an agile single-cylinder With this year’s Highlights catalogue, we don't just want to whet your appetite for an eventful year ahead – we want to welcome you into a fantastic community. MAKE LIFE A RIDE. Every bend has your name on it. BMW Concept Path 22 / R nineT Scrambler — 16 An expression of freedom. The BMW Motorrad Street AIR system — 8 Lifestyle & Equipment — 20 C 650 Sport and C 650 GT — 10 F 700 GS and F 800 GS — 24 Pure&Crafted Festival 2015 — 12 BMW Motorrad Intl. GS Trophy 2016 Southeast Asia — 26 Ahead of its time. Your city, your stage. Good to go. Wherever your path takes you. machine, and new territory for BMW Motorrad. In the following pages, the engineers and designers discuss how this motorcycle came about and what makes it unique. The bike most likely to quicken the pulse is the BMW Concept Path , created in collaboration with South-siders MC, the illustrator Nico Sclater bmw-motorrad.com Music, motors, arts & craft. Destination: discovery. (aka. Ornamental Conifer) and the surfboard shaper Mason Dyer. The Concept Path is a scrambler based on the R nineT, and was presented for the first time at the Wheels and Waves Festival in Biarritz, France. It’s also the prototype for a new BMW Motorrad Days 2016 — 14 You’ll never ride alone. BMW Motorrad Race Trophy 2016 — 27 Make your dream a reality. Index / 3 / G R BMW Motorrad EVERY BEND HAS YOUR NAME ON IT. The BMW Motorrad project leader and vehicle designer discuss the new, agile G R Jürgen Stoffregen, Volker Hohdorf, project leader G R BMW Motorrad vehicle designer What technical aspect of the G R do you What makes the G R a typical BMW? find the most interesting? The unusual engine design. In the G R the The G R takes after its great forerunner, the S R, with the classic roadster colour scheme cylinder tilts backwards and the cylinder head is and the compact, low profile inclined towards the front rotated degrees. Compared to a conventional wheel. The family resemblance is further underlined by cylinder arrangement, the vehicle’s centre of gravity stylistic elements like the Matt Black centre stripe (split is lower and shifted towards the front wheel, which face) and the strikingly short rear. means that the G R’s steering is lighter and more Is there any detail you’re particularly proud of? intuitive. We were also able to position the catalytic The swinging arm certainly: it combines benefits converter near the combustion chamber, which helps gained from its production techniques with a unique satisfy extremely strict modern emissions standards. design that visualizes its inherent lightness and Finally, we managed to lengthen the swinging arm innovation. And there’s also the engine, with its without unnecessarily increasing the wheelbase. The space-saving positioning, which also harmoniously result is perfect, light handling with high stability, as fits into the whole, thanks to a few design tricks. well as improvements in terms of suspension and load Everything should complement everything else. Man changes. and machine are one – so we consciously made the What makes riding a G R unique? lines of the vehicle refer to the rider. It’s very stable but the handling is light. It’s quite forgiving of driver errors and beginners don’t feel bmw-motorrad.com/gr overwhelmed. At the same time, the crisp, agile ride makes it a lot of fun. The design of the G R was inspired by pop and street culture and the urban spirit of great cities like São Paulo. / G R Highlights 2016 BMW Motorrad G 310 R / 7 Remember geometry? It’s points, straight lines, planes, distances and angles. Geometry. It’s also cylinder angles, chassis and pure agility. Geometry. Suddenly you begin to love it. G 310 R Engine Water-cooled, four-stroke single-cylinder engine Capacity 313 ccm Max. output 34 hp (25 kW) at 9,500 rpm Max. torque 28 Nm at 7,500 rpm Gearbox / secondary drive Six-speed helical gearbox / chain Brake, front / rear Single disc brake ø 300 mm / 240 mm Unladen weight, road-ready, fully fuelled1) approx. 158,5 kg Seat height 785 mm Optional accessories includes Low seat, comfort seat, top box, centre stand, LED indicators, 12-volt plug socket Colours Pearl White Metallic, Strato Blue Metallic, Cosmic Black Models shown may feature additional optional equipment and accessories 1) As defined in EU directive 93/93/EEC, filled with all operating fluids, fuelled to at least 90% of usable tank capacity / The BMW Motorrad Street AIR system Highlights BMW Motorrad AHEAD OF ITS TIME. The BMW Motorrad Street AIR system Until now, wearable airbag systems were available The system is completely independent of the only to MotoGP riders. Now BMW Motorrad and motorbike. There’s no problem wearing it when Alpinestars are bringing them from the racetrack to riding with a pillion passenger or a rucksack, and it the road. couldn’t be easier to activate: just do up the zip and The Street AIR system consists of a breathable you’re ready to go. airbag vest and a compatible Street AIR Dry jacket, and works under any weather conditions. The vest bmw-motorrad.com/streetair and jacket form a single unit connected by two zips and two cables. The comfortable jacket is available in Grey or Black, and separate cuts are available for men and women. It can be combined with one of three sizes of the Street AIR vest. Street AIR vest Street AIR Dry jacket The BMW Motorrad Street AIR system / / C Sport and C GT Highlights BMW Motorrad YOUR CITY, YOUR STAGE. C Sport and C GT / From A to B, and back again. Day to day, and any time in between. The road is yours. Routine isn’t such a bad thing after all. The next level of urban mobility. Introducing the new BMW maxi-scooters C Sport and C GT. They combine the qualities of a motorbike and maxi-scooter, making them ideal for crossing the urban jungle and even spontaneous trips out of town. Thanks to their powerful engines with homogeneous power output, no traffic is too dense, no tour too long. There’s also a new daytime running light that adjusts automatically to the ambient light. In addition, the C GT has been optionally equipped with Side View Assist, active between and km/h, which alerts the rider of vehicles in their blind spot. Both models are equipped with ABS and ASC as standard, while a range of seat variants ensure maximum comfort for every rider. bmw-motorrad.com/csport bmw-motorrad.com/cgt C SPORT C GT Engine Water-cooled, four-stroke in-line twin-cylinder engine Engine Water-cooled, four-stroke in-line twin-cylinder engine Capacity cc Capacity cc Max. output hp ( kW) at , rpm Max. output hp ( kW) at , rpm Max. torque Nm at , rpm Max. torque Nm at , rpm Gearbox / secondary drive Stepless CVT belt transmission / wet chain Gearbox / secondary drive Stepless CVT belt transmission / wet chain Brake, front / rear Double disc brakes ø mm / Single disc brake ø mm Brake, front / rear Double disc brakes ø mm / Single disc brake ø mm Unladen weight, road-ready, fully fuelled) kg Unladen weight, road-ready, fully fuelled) kg Seat height mm Seat height mm Optional equipment includes Highline package (heated grips, heated seat, TPC (Tyre Pressure Control), daytime running light, LED indicators), Optional equipment includes Highline package (heated grips, heated seat, TPC (Tyre Pressure Control), Safety package (daytime running light, low seat, power reduction Side View Assist), low seat, power reduction Optional accessories include Sports seat, luggage grid, windscreen variants, scooter leg cover Optional accessories include Top box, luggage grid, windshield variants, scooter leg cover Colours Valencia Orange Matt Metallic (displayed colour), Light White, Black Storm Metallic Colours Frozen Bronze Metallic (displayed colour), Light White, Black Storm Metallic Models shown may feature additional optional equipment and accessories 1) As defined in EU directive 93/93/EEC, filled with all operating fluids, fuelled to at least 90% of usable tank capacity / Pure&Crafted Festival Highlights BMW Motorrad MUSIC, MOTORS, ARTS & CRAFT. Pure&Crafted Festival Motorbikes and music have more in common than you might think. Both enrich our lives, and give us inspiration and Directly next door to the stage, the Custom Village and the Fashion & Arts area opened people’s eyes to the more bohemian side of motorcycle culture. motivation. That’s why BMW Motorrad was thrilled Alongside a raft of motorcycle enthusiasts displaying to be part of the first-ever Pure&Crafted, a two-day their impressive BMW customizations, famous fashion music and lifestyle festival that took place at the end labels and artisans put their heritage-style products of August. Pure&Crafted was a real gathering, uniting on show. the free-spirited custom bike scene, a passion for To top it all off, there was the closest thing to an handcrafted products and brilliant live music. It all adrenaline shot you can get just watching something took place in the heart of Berlin in the Postbahnhof, – incredible stunts being performed in the Original the old postal railway station, a complex of buildings Motodrom, the oldest travelling “wall of death” in the erected in and now one of the most impressive world. events spaces in the capital. Equally impressive was the line-up, featuring the And so it was that several thousand music and motorbike fans experienced a rock festival free from Hives, once named “best live band in the world”, stereotypes and bad boy attitude – the perfect pit punk-rock heroes Refused, who arrived armed with stop for authentic style. a brand new album, and others such as Kitty, Daisy & Lewis, Mighty Oaks, and Friska Viljor amongst other great names. pureandcrafted.com Pure&Crafted Festival / / BMW Motorrad Days Highlights BMW Motorrad YOU’LL NEVER RIDE ALONE. BMW Motorrad Days Soon the wait will be over – the global motorcycle Attendees can also meet celebrities from the scene summit, BMW Motorrad Days, will take place in and chat with motorsport heroes in the Motorsport Garmisch-Partenkirchen from the st to the rd of area. riders will also take part in the traditional July . It’ll be the th time that over , /-mile races in the Classic Boxer Sprint. All of this motorcycle enthusiasts and BMW Motorrad fans makes BMW Motorrad Days a real experience for from all parts of the globe gather for the biggest everyone that loves motorbikes. BMW Motorrad festival. MAKE LIFE A RIDE – And even after the motorcycling’s been done, the joie de vivre and energy there is almost tangible, there’s plenty left in the tank – two days of full party with people celebrating together and enjoying new schedule to get through, with breath-taking stunt experiences. shows, DJs that get the room shaking, and live Experiences like test rides on the latest Sport, GS and Urban Mobility models. Or the wild stunt shows. Or talking shop with the many exhibitors. music till the early morning, all in a wonderful alpine setting. For us, the first weekend of July can’t come And let’s not forget getting into the raucous party soon enough. We look forward to seeing you soon spirit until the early hours at the various BMW in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Motorrad Days hotspots. Festival highlights come thick and fast: group sorties on alpine roads, watching live customizations of older BMW models and seeing the R nineT. bmw-motorrad.com/motorraddays BMW Motorrad Days / / BMW Concept Path / R nineT Scrambler BMW Motorrad AN EXPRESSION OF FREEDOM. BMW Concept Path / R nineT Scrambler Today’s custom scene has changed: One-track two exclusive surfboard designs contributed by thinking gives way to the creative spirit. The shaper legend, Mason Dyer of Dyer Brand. The boundaries between design, art and lifestyle are latter was noticeably impressed by the overall bike beginning to melt away in a cauldron of inspiration design, especially by the surfboard holders: “The and passion. Disciples of this new wave meet every design perfectly complements the other parts. Even year on a beach in Biarritz, France, for the Wheels without a surfboard it doesn’t look like it’s missing and Waves Festival, organized by Southsiders MC. something or that anything has been tacked onto This year, its unique mix of motorbike culture, it.” It’s fair to say that the BMW Concept Path surf culture, art and music has once again drawn embodies the spirit of the Wheels and Waves thousands of like-minded people from around the festival, right down to the very last screw. world to the south of France. It’s the perfect setting to discover the new But that wasn’t all. There was a little more at stake in building the bike, since it’s also a prototype. motorcycling culture, and the ideal backdrop for In , the BMW R nineT Scrambler is due to us to introduce the BMW Concept Path – a launch on the market. scrambler based on the now legendary R nineT, and named after one of Europe’s hottest surf spots. With exclusive parts made by Öhlins, Gilles You can get a first look at it on the next page, but this much we can tell you now – the appeal will be just the same. All the significant design elements, Tooling and Roland Sands Design and special one- like the elevated exhaust, smaller cockpit, rims and off design details (like the surfboard holder made tail will feature in the production model. So pretty from milled aluminium profiles) and leather detailing, much everything but the surfboard holder … sorry, one thing is clear: the BMW Concept Path is a Mason. custom bike in its purest form. It features bespoke artwork by Ornamental Conifer, a long-standing bmw-motorrad.com/path member of the movement who helped establish the wheels-and-waves.com graphic identity of the new motorbike culture, and Highlights BMW Concept Path / R nineT Scrambler / “I think people surf and motorcycle for the same reason: joy and freedom.” Mason Dyer, designer and founder of Dyer Brand / BMW Concept Path / R nineT Scrambler Highlights 2016 BMW Motorrad BMW Concept Path 22 / R nineT Scrambler / 19 From concept bike to production model. (left to right) Vincent Prat, Southsiders MC, organizer of the Wheels and Waves Festival Mason Dyer, Dyer Brand, surfboard designer for the BMW Concept Path Ola Stenegard, BMW Motorrad, head of vehicle design Nico Sclater, Ornamental Conifer, illustrator for the BMW Concept Path When you let your heart rule your head, the possibilities are almost endless. R nineT Scrambler Engine Air/oil-cooled, four-stroke twin-cylinder boxer engine Capacity 1,170 cc Max. output 110 hp (81 kW) at 7,750 rpm Max. torque 116 Nm at 6,000 rpm Gearbox / secondary drive Six-speed helical gearbox / shaft Brake, front / rear Double disc brakes ø 320 mm / Single disc brake ø 265 mm Optional equipment includes Aluminium fuel tank, heated grips, LED headlights, ASC, high seat, wire wheels Optional accessories include Rev counter incl. onboard computer, single seat Colours Monolith Matt Metallic bmw-motorrad.com/rninetscrambler Models shown may feature additional optional equipment and accessories / Lifestyle & Equipment Highlights BMW Motorrad GOOD TO GO. Lifestyle & Equipment / San Diego jacket Motorcycle jacket in fabric-leather mix. It’s ideal for summer, and you can take out the shoulder and elbow protectors to wear it as a casual jacket around town. Incredibly comfortable, with pockets for all your essential bits and pieces. Perfect for everyday use. DownTown jacket Lifestyle & Equipment Half-length -in- jacket with a removable thermal jacket. Fits comfortably over a blazer and provides excellent protection in city traffic. Also available in a women’s cut. The new collection. Find another gear with equipment that improves every ride – whether its a long-planned off-road adventure or your daily commute. GS Carbon Enduro helmet Enduro helmet, perfect for touring. Light in weight (approx. . kg) with an outer shell made from % carbon-reinforced plastics. Double-glazed visor, anti-fog inner visor, outer visor has anti-scratch coating on both sides. Removable chin vent with built in dust filter. New colour scheme: GS Trophy. Rallye suit For enduro riders who bike in all weather conditions. The suit features the new, improved ProTechWool material, made from a combination of polyamide and wool, which increases comfort for the wearer. City trousers Casual-look motorcycle trousers. Knee protectors are easily removable from the outside. Ideal for spring, summer and autumn. Also available in Denim. Quick-drying and heat-conducting, it’s ideal for intensive off-road activities. The additional carbon finish protects the surface from abrasion. The ultimate combination of safety, practicality and comfort. Rallye gloves Lightweight summer gloves, suitable for off-road use. Hard-wearing kangaroo leather on the palm. Maximum ventilation meets maximum safety. GS Pro boots High-quality splash-proof Enduro boots, with optional waterproof functional Hydrosock stockings for all-weather use. Combines Dry sneakers comfort (articulated ankle joint) with off-road performance. Certified motorcycling shoes and fashionable leisurewear. Water-resistant, windproof and breathable. / Lifestyle & Equipment Highlights BMW Motorrad LIVE EVERY MOMENT. ROADSTER Lifestyle & Equipment / MOTORSPORT Lifestyle clothing for true motorcyclists. For home life, work life or part of your preparations Vintage jacket, unisex for the next tour. Vintage hooded sweatshirt, Motorsport softshell jacket, unisex unisex Motorsport polo shirt, men Motorsport T-shirt, women Motorsport rucksack GS Roadster jacket, men Roadster knitted jacket, men Roadster blouse, women Roadster jacket, women GS jacket, men GS sweatshirt jacket, unisex GS jacket, women GS polo shirt, men Roadster short-sleeved shirt, Concept Roadster T-shirt, Roadster T-shirt, women Ride Wild T-shirt, children R GS T-shirt, men GS top, women GS shorts, unisex GS cap men men / F GS and F GS Highlights BMW Motorrad WHEREVER YOUR PATH TAKES YOU. Street or track. Dirt or tarmac. Let the boundaries blur. Each road is as good as the next. The F GS, The dynamic off-roader with motorsport genes. With ABS fitted as standard, an optional electronic suspension system and a high-torque parallel twin engine, the F GS is an adventure bike that proves its agility on any terrain you take it. Anyone searching for a robust all-rounder need look no further than the F GS. Outstanding handling and a comfortable, low seat height make the F GS the ultimate bike for spontaneous adventures. It’s the jack of all trades, transcending the boundaries between on and off-road. bmw-motorrad.com/fgs bmw-motorrad.com/fgs F GS F GS Engine Water-cooled, four-stroke in-line twin-cylinder engine Engine Water-cooled, four-stroke in-line twin-cylinder engine Capacity cc Capacity cc Max. output hp ((( kW) at , rpm Max. output hp ( kW) at , rpm Max. torque Nm at (, rpm Max. torque ( Nm at , rpm Gearbox / secondary drive Six-speed chain-drive gearbox Gearbox / secondary drive Six-speed gearbox Brake, front / rear Double disc brakes ø mm / Single disc brake ø ( mm Brake, front / rear Double disc brakes ø mm / Single disc brake ø mm Unladen weight, road-ready, fully fuelled) kg Unladen weight, road-ready, fully fuelled) kg Seat height mm Seat height (( mm Optional equipment includes ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment), ASC (Automatic Stability Control), TPC (Tyre Pressure Control), Optional equipment includes ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment), ASC (Automatic Stability Control), heated grips, lowered suspension heated grips, lowered suspension Optional accessories include Variable / aluminium luggage systems, engine protection bar, windshields, seat variants, hand guards, Optional accessories include Variable luggage system, engine protection bar, windshields, seat variants, hand guards, Akrapovič sport silencer Akrapovič sport silencer Colours Light White (displayed colour), Sakhir Orange Metallic, Mineral Grey Metallic Colours Light White (displayed colour), Racing Blue Matt Metallic, Black Storm Metallic The motorcycle models shown may feature additional optional equipment and accessories 1) As defined in EU directive 93/93/EEC, filled with all operating fluids, fuelled to at least 90% of usable tank capacity F GS and F GS / / BMW Motorrad Intl. GS Trophy Southeast Asia Highlights BMW Motorrad DESTINATION: DISCOVERY. BMW Motorrad Intl. GS Trophy Southeast Asia MAKE YOUR DREAM A REALITY. Real adventures, foreign cultures, rubble, sand BMW Motorrad Race Trophy All participants will have the best possible bike There are millions of motorcyclists over the world and dust – for the first time ever, the International you could wish for in an adventure scenario – the who drive their machines into corners like serious Trophy will consist of teams competing in GS Trophy is taking place in Asia. It’s sure to be a BMW R GS. Robust, dynamic and versatile, racers, and who would genuinely love to compete races in more than countries across six challenge. it’s a true Enduro icon and a reliable partner on any with others on the racetrack – and since the advent continents. terrain. of the S R Rand the HP these numbers Teams will be put to the test on day-long stages and special trials in North Thailand, and three The International GS Trophy isn’t a race, but Like last year, the BMW Motorrad Race The adaptive points system makes sure everybody Motorrad racers demonstrate their skills on the track, whilst BMW Motorrad Motorsport ensures that fans, media, team chiefs and sponsors are kept up to framework: different rules, different numbers of races date, and also makes sure participants from all over with different classes and performance categories. the world feel part of a big international family – one friendships are sealed and experiences shared. teams, having come through regional qualifying The length of the event, the participants’ passion, through BMW Motorrad Motorsport and a unique rounds, complete the line-up. An international team spirit and love of the GS ensure it will be an motorbike race series known as the BMW Motorrad supporter of amateur BMW Motorrad riders women’s team will also take part for the first time, occasion like no other. Race Trophy. throughout the world. As in any serious championship, And it’s exactly these people who find an outlet Launched in after lengthy preparations, it BMW Motorrad Motorsport is a partner and there’s more at stake than glory and reputation. At September in South Africa. Three women , you could be there to witness teams fighting achieved huge success in its very first season. The the end of the season, the best riders in the BMW were victorious, each one equipped to be amongst their way through the South-East Asian jungle. Race Trophy gives all amateur BMW Motorrad riders Motorrad Race Trophy are rewarded with a trophy with a S RR, an HP or a sidecar outfit with a and a prize cheque. The total prize pot comes to BMW engine an international platform to showcase , euros, with , euros going to the overall their skills. This is a chance for anyone to make a winner and , euros for every participant that wins name for themselves without being a pro. the title in their championship. In addition, the team of gstrophy.com In the BMW Motorrad Race Trophy, BMW careers but with the racer gene in their blood. will be lining up at the start. Another international the front-runners at the main event. , euros prize money to look forward to. has a good chance and every race series has its own a global gathering of keen GS riders. Many new If you do happen to be in the area at the start of the participant who wins the championship will have have probably grown. These are people with normal additional teams from South-East Asia and China after a qualifying competition which took place in BMW Motorrad Race Trophy / that welcomes every new arrival! bmw-motorrad-motorsport.com BMW Motorrad Highlights The Ultimate Riding Machine FLEXIBLE FINANCE FOR YOUR ADVENTURES. MAKE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE WITH 3ASY RIDE. BMW Financial Services offers tailored solutions to help you experience the freedom and excitement of riding. For more information, please contact your BMW Motorrad dealer or visit bmw-motorrad.com/asyride Subject to change in design and equipment. Subject to error. © BMW Motorrad, UX-VB-, Munich, Germany. Not to be reproduced, wholly or in part, without the written permission of BMW AG, Munich. Printed on % chlorine-free bleached paper. Printed in Germany /.
