Six months ago, BMW Motorrad gave us a taste of the first major overhaul to the immensely popular R nineT—the renamed BMW R 12 nineT. Since then, murmurs have persisted that the R 12 nineT won’t be the only new bike released on the updated heritage boxer platform. The Bavarian powerhouse has just confirmed this,…
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The iconic BMW boxer engine has been around a little longer than some folks realize: a hundred years, to be exact. It powered the very first BMW motorcycle, which broke cover in 1923. That was the shaft-driven R 32, designed by Max Friz. It featured the familiar opposed cylinder engine layout, although the internals bear…
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The BMW R nineT is one of the most charming factory motorcycles you can buy, and much of that charm comes from its storied family history. It’s descended from a long line of iconic boxer motorcycles—and the fact that its motor is still air- and oil-cooled helps it maintain a connection to that heritage. The…
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From the moment that 2LOUD Custom burst onto the scene, we knew they’d be a custom shop to watch. Based in Taipei, the dream team of Ma ‘Max’ Yicheng and Lu Yongyu has the ability to customize motorcycles of all shapes and sizes, while still imbuing each one with their signature style. It’s little wonder…
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The proliferation of bolt-on kits for bikes like the BMW R nineT has made it easier than ever for riders to individualize…
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Would you believe that the BMW R nineT has already been on the market for a staggering nine years? In that time,…
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There are more ways to customize a motorcycle these days than ever before. You can take the traditional route and hammer your…
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The BMW R nineT has just had its first major update since it first launched, but many have wondered if the changes…
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Lionel Duke builds a little bit of everything. His Nice, France-based custom shop, Duke Motorcycles, has transformed Honda Goldwings, Kawasaki ER6s, and…
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With BMW Motorrad turning 100 this year, it’s natural to expect a slew of limited edition centenary models. But here’s one we…
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The BMW R nineT Urban G/S is a tough pill to swallow. From a styling standpoint, we totally get it; the original…
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Dieter Rams said that good design “involves as little design as possible.” Colin Chapman said “simplify, then add lightness.” Both principles are…
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