BMWs three new 650s

BMW has launched a completely new series of bikes all based around a 650cc single cylinder engine.
The G-Series boasts three models, which are all a variation on the enduro/supermoto theme.
The G650 Xchallenge is the enduro version with longer travel suspension and 21-inch front wheel giving it real off-road potential.
The Xmoto is the supermoto version designed to take on the likes of the KTM duke II with 17-inch allow wheels front and rear.
And half way between the two is the Xcountry, a trial-styled city bike with a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear.
All the bikes are around 160kg, will make 53bhp and should cost no more than £5000.

G-650 Xchallenge

G-650 Xcountry

G-650 Xmoto


New half-naked BMW

BMW has launched a new version of its K1200 bike, half way between the K1200S and K1200R.
The new K1200R Sport is essentially the same as the K1200R but gets a half fairing in the style of the K1200S.
Despite only being half faired the firm claims the bike boasts good wind protection for the rider with wind tunnel work carried out to make sure the rider is kept out of the weather.
The bike is slightly heavier than the naked K1200R at 241kg but it’s still lighter than the S.
The new machine is expected to cost somewhere in between the two current bikes at just under £10,000.

K1200R Sport


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