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Unveiled:- BMW M 1000 XR. The new long-distance sports bike Unveiled BMW M 1000 XR is designed to meet the highest demands of racing,long-distance touring and dynamic riding on country roads.

“The M XR is the third M model from BMW Motorrad. Based on the current S 1000 XR and S 1000 RR, the product substance of the M 1000 XR – M XR for short – has been tuned to meet the specific requirements of a long-distance sports bike. The riding dynamics speak for themselves, both on the country roads as well as on the race track and on long-distance journeys”

Dominik Blass, M 1000 XR Product Manager

BMW Motorrad has been offering M performance parts and special equipment ever since when it introduced the successful M model range strategy for motorcycles during the end of 2018.

The BMW M 1000 XR has an engine output of 148 kW (201 hp), a DIN empty weight of only 223 kg with a suspension technology and aerodynamics designed equally for fast laps on the race track, extended long-distance trips and high-performance country road use and the lightest representative of this crossover segment is the new M 1000 XR which opens up dynamic driving dimensions previously reserved for thoroughbred superbikes.

The new BMW M 1000 XR highlights:-

• Shift cam engine of the S RR, output 148 kW (201 hp) at 12,750 rpm, 23 kW (31 hp) more than in the new S 1000 XR. Max. torque of 113 Nm at 11,000 rpm.

• Shorter secondary gear ratio (sprocket with 47 teeth instead of 45).

• Shorter gear ratios of 4th, 5th and 6th gear.

• Optimised intake system with variable intake funnels for improved charge exchange at high engine speeds.

• Steeply angled titanium rear silencer with Carbon end cap.

• M Endurance chain.

• Riding modes “Rain”, “Road”, “Dynamic”, “Race” and “Race Pro1-3” as well as the latest generation of Dynamic Traction Control DTC and DTC wheelie function with 
6-axis sensor box.

• Four adjustable throttle characteristics available now for optimum response.
“Engine Brake” with triple adjustability of engine drag torque in “Race Pro” mode.

• Brake Slide Assist assists the rider when brake drifting.

• Shift Assistant Pro for fast upshifts and downshifts without using the clutch.

• Launch Control for perfect race starts and Pit Lane Limiter for keeping to the given speed precisely in the pit lane.

• Hill Start Control Pro for comfortably starting off on inclines.

• M winglets: Brake later and accelerate earlier, plus more high-speed stability thanks to aerodynamic downforce.

• Upside-down forks with adjustable spring base in conjunction with standard DDC.

• M brakes on a long-distance sports bike from BMW Motorrad for the first time: The M XR offers maximum braking performance for riding on country roads and race tracks.

• Aluminium forged wheels.

• M Carbon wheels with M tapes and M lettering on the rim: High-grade, light, high-tech components deliver maximum performance as part of the optional M Competition Package.

• M handbrake and clutch lever.

• Adjustable steering damper.

• Milled-over handlebar clamp.

• Compared to the S 1000 XR with more front-oriented tubular handlebars featuring
laser-etched “BMW M XR” lettering.

• Handlebar end mirrors (optional).

•  Headlights with iconic light signature and adaptive cornering lights (Headlight Pro).

• Small number plate holder.

• Instrument cluster with large, perfectly readable 6.5-inch TFT display, start-up animation with M logo and OBD interface for M GPS Datalogger and M GPS Laptrigger that can be used via unlock code.

• Rev counter (red area) displayed in a new design.

• Lightweight M battery, rear USB charging socket, powerful LED light units, electronic cruise control and heated grips.

• Keyless Ride.

• M Design and dynamic design signal ultimate roadster performance.

• M Competition Package as an optional extra ex works.

• RDC as standard.

• Extensive range of optional accessories and special equipment ex works.

BMW Group Polska wins the biggest tender in the history of the Polish police – BMW Group Poland has been working with the police for many years. Besides BMW cars already in use, Polish authorities will also rely on BMW motorcycles in the future. To this end, BMW Group Polska achieved its greatest success in the local government business.

As part of the “Safer on the Roads” program, the Polish police acquired 503 BMW R 1250 RT-P motorcycles in a special configuration with police equipment and motorcycle suits. 25 of them were sent to the police training center in Legionowo near Warsaw, where new officers are trained on them.

The other automobiles are put into active service on Polish roads. The last shipment was officially handed over in Warsaw on November 24 in the presence of Christian Haririan, Managing Director of BMW Group Polska, Karol Kostrzewa, Director of BMW Motorrad Polska, and representatives from the police headquarters. BMW Motorrad Polska and BMW Motorrad dealer Zdunek were responsible for implementing the order.

“We are proud of the trust placed in us by the Polish police. We are delighted to be working with such an important institution”

Karol Kostrzewa, Director of BMW Motorrad Polska

The BMW R 1250 RT-P – superior all-rounder

Dynamic, agile, ergonomic: The BMW R 1250 RT-P is an all-rounder that stands out for every task. Whether for police operations on the motorway or for escort services in the city: The R 1250 RT-P is not only characterized by its superior ergonomic over long distances, but also its agility. Powered by a BMW ShiftCam boxer engine, it is powerful yet efficient.

The R 1250 RT-P is an emergency vehicle that has stood for comfort and a high level of safety for over three decades: This is ensured by the wide range of equipment options for comfort, functionality and safety, which have been developed specifically for their applications. This machine is well prepared for all contingencies — authority at first glance.

Scott Redding – 2022 BMW Motorrad Motorsport’s newest family member – BMW Motorrad Motorsport welcomes 28-year old Brit Scott Redding as its newest family member for the 2022 FIM Superbike Championship. Scott Redding will compete on the BMW M 1000 RR for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team in the coming season.

Scott Redding has been lively in diverse world championship classes since 2008, including competing in MotoGP for five years.

In 2019, Redding competed in the British Superbike Championship (BSB) for a season and secured the title. For the 2020 season, he converted to the Superbike World Championship in which he assures with a strong performance. 

Scott Redding will race in the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team as a team-mate of Dutchman Michael van der Mark in the 2022 season. Discussions are presently underway between BMW Motorrad Motorsport and Tom Sykes (GBR) concerning a contract extension for the 2022 World Superbike season.

BMW S1000 RR dominates the International Road Racing Championship in Těrlicko – Czech Republic

Once again at the third round of the International Road Racing Championship season, in Těrlicko in the Czech Republic, there was no getting past the BMW racers.

The BMW S 1000 RR claimed the top four positions and first three positions in two races. In race one, Erno Kostamo (FIN / 38 Motorsport) finished in the top podium spot. Davey Todd (GBR / WEPOL Racing) followed in second place, ahead of his team-mate Marek Červený (CZE) in third place. Didier Grams (GER / G & G Motorsport by BMW Motorrad) rounded off the top-four lockout in race one.

The second race was red flagged after three laps after a rider fell, and, due to a combination of factors including bad weather, was not restarted since there were delays in the schedule. This time it was Todd who won, Kostamo finished second and Grams third. Todd leads the championship standings.

Strong performance by BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team goes unrewarded on Sunday at Donington Park – After pole position and a podium finish on Saturday, Sunday’s action in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) at Donington Park (GBR) did not go according to plan for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team.

In the Superpole race, unfortunate circumstances saw BMW S 1000 RR rider Tom Sykes (GBR) end up with a DNF instead of finishing in second on the podium. In the main race of the afternoon, a catch-up race saw him finish in seventh place.

Donington Park. After pole position and a podium finish on Saturday, Sunday’s action in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) at Donington Park (GBR) did not go according to plan for the BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team.

In the Superpole race, unfortunate circumstances saw BMW S 1000 RR rider Tom Sykes (GBR) end up with a DNF instead of finishing in second on the podium. In the main race of the afternoon, a catch-up race saw him finish in seventh place. Peter Hickman (GBR) retired in the morning due to a technical defect, he finished eleventh in the afternoon.

Sykes started the morning’s Superpole sprint race from pole position. He was embroiled in a close duel for the lead with Jonathan Rea (GBR / Kawasaki) and was at the front of the field for four laps. Rea overtook him, but Sykes was hot on the heels of his rival in second place. With three laps to go, a technical defect meant Hickman lost oil, several riders fell as a result, and the race was aborted. After the race was red flagged and the field headed back to the pits, the oil slick also sent Sykes skidding into the gravel. Second place was taken away from him and he was classified as not having finished the race.

This meant Sykes had to start the second main race of the afternoon from tenth on the grid. With a plucky catch-up race, he moved up into seventh. Hickman started from eleventh on the grid and briefly dropped down one place, but was back in eleventh after the second lap, where he remained until the end of the race.

Hickman stepped in for Markus Reiterberger (GER) at Donington Park, who was unable to compete after contracting a severe viral infection. Reiterberger will return to action in the next round this coming weekend at Laguna Seca (USA).

Marc Bongers, BMW Motorrad Motorsport Director was quoted as saying after race two at Donington Park “Unfortunately, today didn’t go according to plan. Firstly, we are very sorry that the technical issue with Peter’s motorcycle in the Superpole race affected other riders, who ended up falling. Unfortunately, Tom’s second place was revoked after he fell on the cool down lap and was unable to make it back to the pits with his bike within the requisite time.

In the main race he delivered another outstanding performance and got a lot out of the race with seventh place. We need to file today under learning year and move forward. We saw that the pace of the BMW S1000 RR is definitely there, and we hope we can convert this into the corresponding results in the Superpole and all three races at Laguna Seca. Kudos to Peter, who jumped in at short notice and delivered a really strong performance.”

BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team once again had cause to celebrate at Donington Park (GBR). In Saturday’s Superpole qualifying, Tom Sykes (GBR) secured the first pole position for the new BMW S 1000 RR in the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK).

He then finished runner-up in the afternoon’s opening race, claiming the second WorldSBK podium for the new RR. Peter Hickman (GBR), who is standing in for Markus Reiterberger (GER) at Donington Park, finished fourth in Superpole qualifying and seventh in the race. Reiterberger was forced to pull out of this weekend’s event with a severe viral infection.

Donington Park is the venue for round eight of this season’s WorldSBK. Sykes already showed on Friday that he feels comfortable on the RR at his home circuit in Great Britain, setting the fastest time of the free practice sessions.

Conditions were initially damp for Saturday’s Superpole, before the track started to dry out. Sykes secured pole position with an advantage of almost a second over Jonathan Rea (GBR / Kawasaki). This was the 49th pole position for Sykes, who holds the record for the most poles in WorldSBK. Hickman, who is familiar with the BMW S 1000 RR from the British Superbike Championship (BSB) and road racing, and knows the Donington Park circuit well, qualified fourth to secure a good starting position for race one.

The Saturday race then took place in wet conditions. Sykes was passed by Rea at the start, but his second place never looked under threat throughout the entire 23-lap race. He also set the fastest lap of the race en route to the podium. Hickman lost several positions at the start, but then found a good rhythm and rode a flawless race to cross the finish line in seventh place.

After race one at Donington Park,

“I AM REALLY HAPPY. THE SPEED HAS BEEN THERE ALL WEEKEND, CERTAINLY IN DRY CONDITIONS. IT WAS JUST FANTASTIC TO CLAIM POLE POSITION THIS MORNING. IN THE RACE IN WET CONDITIONS, WE HAD SOME LIMITATIONS BUT IT’S GREAT TO BRING IT HOME IN SECOND POSITION. IT’S STILL REALLY QUITE INCREDIBLE WHERE WE ARE AS IT IS SO EARLY IN THE PROGRAMME. CREDIT TO THE ENTIRE BMW MOTORRAD WORLDSBK TEAM. WHAT THEY ARE DOING IS OUTSTANDING. I’M REALLY HAPPY TO NOW HAVE TWO PODIUMS ON TWO CONSECUTIVE WEEKENDS. IT WOULD BE NICE FOR ALL GUYS IN THE GARAGE IF WE COULD KEEP THIS MOMENTUM. AS I SAID, WE HAD SOME LIMITATIONS TODAY IN THE WET AND WE WILL TRY TO IMPROVE THAT. IN DRY CONDITIONS, I FEEL READY TO RACE ANYWAY, SO I AM REALLY QUITE RELAXED AT THE MOMENT AND ENJOY MY RACING.”

TOM SYKES