Innovative all along.

BMW Motorrad is working hard to ensure that motorcycles are not forgotten in the mobility of the future. They must be part of the traffic network and taken into account when communicating Vehicle to everything (V2X). In order to achieve this, leading manufacturers have joined forces in the Connected Motorcycle Consortium (CMC), and other technology leaders have founded the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA). The aim is to ensure that new driver assistance systems lead to greater safety in road traffic and that communication between vehicles is optimised. BMW Motorrad is currently researching the Intersection Movement Assist: The car receives a warning signal when approaching a junction if it is on a collision course with a motorcycle. Another electronic helper could be Emergency Electronic Brake Lights: If a motorcycle suddenly has to brake hard, behind which, for example, a bus or van is driving and thus obstructs the view of following cars, those vehicles receive a warning. Also under development is Stationary Vehicle Warning: If a motorcycle breaks down, a car can receive a warning signal in good time and adapt its driving behavior at an early stage.

Since the introduction of the BMW HP4 RACE, it has become clear that series production of carbon is possible. The advantages are not only the lower weight of the carbon fibre compared to conventional materials – the frame in particular impresses with its transverse, bending and torsional stiffness. The low gyroscopic forces are a plus for the wheels. However, before the frame and the wheels were ready for series production, extensive hardness tests and endurance tests had to be carried out. In the curb test, our developers forced damage and proved that further riding with the motorcycle is still possible. On the test bench, the testers simulated the action of various forces, gave the carbon wheels a radial impact or imitated wheelies. Salt spray and climate change tests were just as much a part of the test series as the brake test under particularly high heat development. We test all extreme situations and conceivable scenarios, so that we leave nothing to chance.

Intelligent networking of human, vehicle, rider clothing and the environment allows you the highest degree of freedom. The Concept Link concept study creates a seamless crossover of the digital and analogue worlds – for a convenient mobility experience in the urban environment of the future.

With the Connectivity optional equipment you'll be fully connected and always have access to the information you need. The combination of a 6.5" TFT display and multi-controller on the handlebars allows you to intuitively control your features. Whether you want to easily navigate your way through the city via arrow navigation with the BMW Motorrad Connected App, make a phone call while riding or listen to the perfect song - thanks to Connectivity, you can keep your concentration on the road and have an overview of all the important information.

With the side view assist optional equipment, you have everything under control – even the things you can't see.

ABS Pro makes every corner an entirely pleasurable riding experience: ABS Pro allows for safer deceleration in emergencies. The tendency of the bike to return to an upright position from a tilted one is reduced to a minimum. Meaning the motorcycle remains under control even during abrupt braking manoeuvres in bends.