BMW Motorrad celebrates half a century of RS models. What began in the 1950s as a racing designation on the track became synonymous with the combination of touring and sport in 1976 with the R 100 RS. The current R 1300 RS continues this tradition in its seventh boxer generation.
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BMW Motorrad and BMW South Africa are launching their first-ever joint special editions. The M 1000 RR M2 Edition and S 1000 RR M2 Edition are joined by the BMW M2 Coupé RR Edition. All three models are available exclusively in South Africa, strictly limited to ten units each.
Conor Cummins takes on the Isle of Man TT 2026 with a new team partner. In the premier Superbike and Senior classes, the Manx rider will compete for Michael Rutter’s Bathams AJN Racing on a BMW M1000RR.
BMW Motorrad is recalling thousands of K 1600 tourers from model years 2017 to 2025 worldwide. The seal of the reverse gear control unit can degrade and allow moisture to enter, which in the worst case can lead to overheating and a fire hazard. It is already the second recall of this kind on a BMW motorcycle within two years.
A new BMW patent reveals a completely enclosed, teardrop-shaped two-wheeler with an unusual stabilisation system. The Munich-based manufacturer appears to be continuing its work on a vehicle class positioned somewhere between motorcycle and car.
Peter Hickman won multiple races on the major road circuits with this BMW S1000 RR in 2019 – now the bike is being auctioned. The sale takes place on 26 April as part of the International Classic Motorcycle Show.
Shortly before the start of the 2026 motorcycle season, ADAC and BMW Motorrad have extended their long-standing collaboration in rider safety for another three years. At ten training centers, 82 BMW motorcycles from various model lines will be available for beginners, returning riders, and experienced motorcyclists to improve their skills.
BMW Motorrad is recalling exactly one single S 1000 RR model year 2026 in the United States. The reason is a faulty combination switch on the left handlebar that can impair the turn signal function.
Australian homologation data reveals the upcoming design of the BMW S 1000 XR and M 1000 XR. Power output remains at 170 and 201 hp, but the styling changes significantly.
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Isle of Man TT: full schedule (May 25 – June 6), the new Sportbike class, riders and teams, results and background. Continuously updated.
Motorcycle patents reveal the future: Yamaha E-Turbo, Honda evasion system, BMW Flettner rotors, KTM range extender – this page covers all key patents and future technologies in the motorcycle industry.
The 2026 motorcycle year brings a wealth of new releases – from completely new models to major overhauls, fresh colors, and technical updates. This overview page summarizes all the important motorcycle news for 2026 and is continuously updated.
BMW becomes the first automaker to deploy humanoid robots in production in Germany. A pilot project with the AEON robot from Hexagon Robotics launches at the Leipzig plant. The foundation was laid by a successful trial run at the Spartanburg plant in the US.
BMW Motorrad unveils a spectacular custom power roadster at the 84th edition of the Daytona 200. The R 1300 R Superhooligan pays tribute to the historic double victory of the R 90 S in 1976.
BMW Motorrad France is presenting two special editions of the F 900 series at the Salon du 2 Roues in Lyon. The exclusive color variants are inspired by the BMW M car color palette and are reserved solely for the French market.
After two consecutive rider championship titles, BMW Motorrad Motorsport is entering the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship with a completely new rider duo. At the same time, the factory team is aiming for the title in the FIM Endurance World Championship, which it narrowly missed out on in 2025.
A fully clad sports bike prototype from BMW has been spotted in India, based on the new 450 platform. There are many indications that BMW is preparing a sporty F 450 RR for the A2 class in addition to the F 450 GS.
BMW has filed a patent describing the use of so-called Flettner rotors on motorcycles. The aim is to generate variable downforce and reduce the disadvantages of conventional winglets.
Peter Hickman and Davey Todd will continue their partnership in 2026. The duo will once again compete for BMW in the British Superbike Championship and in international road races with their joint 8Ten Racing Team.
BMW Motorrad Motorsport can look back on an exceptionally successful 2025 season. Titles, victories, and podium finishes were achieved in international and national racing series on all major continents.




















