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in reply to: Sare parts websites #18712
I haven't used any of them, but the ones that seem to be mentioned most often are Motorworks, Nippy Normans, and Beemer Boneyard. A search for each will probably find web addresses for them, and perhaps messages from users who have used each of them.
BMW know how to do 'ugly' as well. This one to be presented at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.
BMW’s Concept 101 – The German Firm’s “Perfect Embodiment of American Touring”"BMW has announced the unveiling of its Concept 101 motorcycle at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in Italy today. The head of design for BMW Motorrad calls the Concept 101 “the epitome of elegance, power and luxury on two wheels.”101 refers to the cubic inch capacity (1,649 cc) of the six-cylinder engine, as well as Highway 101 in California near the BMW design center."Motorcycle Daily has the full press release with photos at: http://www.motorcycledaily.com/2015/05/bmws-concept-101-the-german-firms-perfect-embodiment-of-american-touring/
in reply to: Gaurd dog moly lubricant additive #18705Is guard dog moly an oil additive, or a spline lubricant grease? I found the following thread on bmwsporttouring.com, which is a few years old, but which has a couple of alternatives for spline lubrication. Including one from Honda which may or may not be available in NZ.http://bmwsporttouring.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=800724&page=1And welcome to the forum!
And now for some celebrity news, and information on how to ruin a perfectly good motorbike. ;D
BMW Motorrad and Orlando Bloom present the BMW S 1000 R Custom"Michael "Woolie" Woolaway from Deus Ex Machina turns Orlando Bloom's vision of a custom bike into reality."Continue reading and watch the video at: http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp?id=4226
Continuing on from the previous post, VisorDown now has a first ride report on the S1000XR, written by Roland Brown.
First ride: BMW S1000XR reviewWhere S1000RR meets Multistrada 1200"FIVE years ago motorcycle performance was dramatically stretched in two directions, with the launch of BMW’s S1000RR and Ducati’s very different but equally spectacular Multistrada 1200. Someone must have parked those iron horses together. How else do you explain the birth of the S1000XR, whose mother is undoubtedly BMW but whose beaky, long-legged look and sporty adventure-bike DNA are straight from the Multi?"...For four-cylinder sports bike riders who are tempted to try an adventure bike, the XR might just be the ideal solution."Continue reading at: http://www.visordown.com/road-tests-first-rides/first-ride-bmw-s1000xr-review/26669.html
The new BMW S1000XR is currently being shown to the press, and the press kit is available on the BMW group press site.
The BMW S 1000 XR – all good things come in fours."Following on from the S 1000 RR and HP4 superbikes as well as the S 1000 R roadster, BMW Motorrad is now unveiling the fourth member in the BMW Motorrad line-up of high-power motorcycles with straight-four-cylinder engines and a distinctly sporty bias. Building on the tantalising and unique mix of innovative technology, performance and safety already inherent to the existing models in this series, BMW Motorrad has taken the next step by bringing out the S 1000 XR, which offers this repertoire of core characteristics in a brand-new blend dubbed “adventure sport”. This encompasses dynamic touring qualities, sporty performance and high levels of comfort as well as outstanding everyday usability. In short, the new S 1000 XR serves up its own individual mix of sporting and touring flair at the same time as injecting a generous dose of emotion."Continue reading at: https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/pressDetail.html?title=the-new-bmw-s-1000-xr&outputChannelId=6&id=T0195151EN&left_menu_item=node__4499Documents, lots of photos and a few videos are also available for download from that page.
I can see how that price might put a bit of a dampener on any aspirations. So instead, here's information that might be useful for your next foray into marathon or triathlon support. A C Evolution scooter to supplement the GSA perhaps? ;D
BMW C evolution and motorcycles contribute to success of London Marathon"A fleet of BMW motorcycles – including nine C evolution electric maxi-scooters – have been involved in the build-up and execution of the Virgin Money London Marathon on Sunday, 26 April in London.As over 37,500 runners from around the world took part in the 26.2-mile (40 kilometres) race past the iconic landmarks of London, spectators and TV viewers will also have seen BMW motorcycles operating alongside the athletes and competitors. BMW Motorrad UK has been a long-time supporter of the event, providing a fleet of bikes to the organisers for over five years. This year’s marathon was the biggest ever."Read the remainder of the BMW press release at: http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp?id=4114
If you could raise 50,000 euros by riding around on your bike maybe they would consider it. But make sure in your application to complete the word as philanthropist, not philanderer. ;DHowever, BMW would probably prefer it if you joined up with the Compass Expeditions ride circumnavigating South America, and paid your own way.
South America like you’ve never seen it before…"If you’ve got four months to spare next February, then how about joining BMW Motorrad official travel partner Compass Expeditions for their biggest ride? It’s a 128-day circumnavigation of the entire South American continent and is back by popular demand for the second time only."Continue reading the BMW press release at: http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp?id=4113
UltimateMotorcycling has a story about a 50,000 mile charity ride which is also coming to New Zealand.
BMW Provides R1200GS for 50,000 Mile Ride of Smiles"Back in 1989, Dr. Henning Butzow began traveling the world via motorcycle. During his extensive journeys, he was impressed by the enormous hospitality and “joy of life” shown by the people he had met.To support Butzow, BMW is donating an R1200GS Adventure for the trip that will take him across North, Central and South America, and into Australia and New Zealand; these locations allow Butzow to trace a symbolic 50 on the map."Read more at: https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2015/04/29/bmw-provides-r1200gs-for-50000-mile-ride-of-smiles/
First ride: BMW R1200RS reviewVisordown has a first ride review of the new R1200RS. Many have been waiting for this bike to appear, and for the first reviews. It may be a few months before it arrives in NZ, though.The conclusion: "It’s a BMW so inevitably there are numerous accessories even for the kitted-out Sport SE, not least the panniers and top-box that would make it a seriously useful tourer. As our bunch of journalists piled into the bus to head back to the airport, one guy was loading up an RS to ride 2000-odd miles back to Blighty. The RS has a few rough edges that might annoy me if I’d just spent 13 grand on a new Sport SE. But the fact that I wished I was riding one home too, preferably via a twisty detour in the Pyrenees, was a definite subconscious thumbs-up for BMW’s reborn sports-tourer."Read the review, written by Roland Brown, at: http://www.visordown.com/road-tests-first-rides/first-ride-bmw-r1200rs-review/26597.html
2015 BMW Rallye Suit Review | Staple ADV Gear Refined"BMW has introduced the latest version of a perennial favorite, the Rallye suit, with subtle improvements and new colors for 2015. To say this is a marvel of sartorial engineering would be an understatement. The Rallye incorporates more tricks and functionality than a magician’s cloak."Continue reading the UltimateMotorcycling review of the latest BMW Rallye suit at: https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2015/04/27/2015-bmw-rallye-suit-review-staple-adv-gear-refined/I'm very happy with a previous version of this suit, although on colder days the back protector takes a while to warm up and soften. It feels very stiff at first, but is claimed to provide good protection. Personally I don't wish to verify the claim.
Out of Africa"Jolandie Rust is living proof that BMW bikes can change your life. Since returning from circumnavigating the entire African continent on her trusty F 650 GS Dakar, the 31-year-old South African has been appointed as brand ambassador in her home country, has started a global platform for female riders and has successfully trained to become an off-road instructor so she can encourage even more ladies to ride confidently in the dirt. BMW Motorrad meets the unstoppable girl from George who is, quite literally, making life a ride…"Continue reading at: http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp?id=4068
Can't say I've ever heard of Kurt Yaeger, but apparently he is an actor, a former professional athlete, a below-the-knee amputee, a bike rider, and a rider of BMW motorcycles. There is a BMW press release about this inspirational person.
“Never ever give up” – a ride through life with Kurt Yaeger"Two wheels mean the world to actor Kurt Yaeger, who rides everything from BMX bikes to top-of-the-range BMW adventure motorcycles. The former professional athlete is also a below-the-knee amputee but he’s such a good rider – on a push bike or motorbike – that you’d never know it. He tells BMW Motorrad how steely determination, loyal friends and strong family ties helped shape the inspirational character we see today."Read more at: http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp?id=4048
Another Touratech story in a BMW press release. This time about the female side of the business, Ramona Schwarz.
No sign of slowing down – even with extra baggage"For Ramona Schwarz, growing up in communist East Germany sparked a desire for travel that has shaped her life, even after having children. The freelance photographer and journalist tells BMW Motorrad that the world is there to be discovered and why ‘staying put’ should be the last thing on any young woman’s mind…It’s hard for most of us to imagine what life must have been like on the other side of the Berlin Wall, but the oppression felt by a young Ramona Schwarz (née Eichhorn) no doubt played a significant part in fuelling her desire to travel the world."Read the rest of the story at: http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp?id=4005
The second press release today is about a Spanish GS rider and adventurer, Gustavo Cuervo. Among his achievements is having ridden over 2 million kilometers, both on and off road, and having ridden at the last 4 olympic games for TV coverage of the sports.
Making dreams happen with Gustavo Cuervo"Spanish adventurer Gustavo Cuervo has a reputation for making things happen. The GS owner has ridden more than two million kilometres on and off-road, organised several around-the-world motorcycle relay tours, written five books and thousands of newspaper articles, and has been at the last four Olympics Games as part of the TV team dedicated to broadcasting sports events from motorcycles. On the eve of his new America² project – where 30 teams from 11 nations will ride four R 1200 GS Adventures 300,000 kilometres through 22 countries – the BMW Motorrad ambassador reflects on life on two wheels and his latest challenge…"Read the rest of the release at: http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/individual/news/2011/news.jsp?id=3998
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