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Szoke on pace at “Twin Peaks”

Graeme Jones — Sat, 24 Jun 2017 06:47:24 +0000

ST-EUSTACHE, QC (June 23, 2017) – Jordan Szoke topped the practice sheets in Pro Superbike action during round 3 of the Mopar Canadian Superbike Championship at Autodrome St-Eustache in Deux Montages, north of Montreal, on Friday afternoon. After a wet morning, the track dried as official action in all classes got underway. Szoke (Lynden, ON) […]

BMW introduces all-new G310GS, HP4 Race and R nineT Urban G/S

Graeme Jones — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 02:41:47 +0000

In addition to several updated models for the 2017, BMW Motorrad unveiled three brand-new bikes at EICMA in Milan, Italy on Thursday, October 10: The G310GS, HP4 Race and R nineT Urban G/S.

BMW introduces futuristic Vision Next 100 concept

Patrick Lambie — Wed, 12 Oct 2016 00:45:52 +0000

Having achieved the milestone of 100 years as a company, BMW decided that 2016 would be an opportune time to offer their vision of what the next century may look like across each of its product lines. Today, Inside Motorcycles was present when the German manufacturer took to the stage in Los Angeles to introduce the BMW Motorrad Vision Next 100.

BMW introduces 2017 F700GS, F800GS and F800GS Adventure

IM Admin — Tue, 12 Jul 2016 20:59:56 +0000

The new BMW F 700 GS, F 800 GS and F 800 GS Adventure – authentic characters featuring optimized functionality. For years the GS models of the F series have embodied carefree motorcycling pleasure and sporty dynamics on the road, combined with a high level of travel suitability and robust off-road competence. For the model year 2017, BMW Motorrad has now taken the quality of this successful mid-range enduro motorbike a stage further.

BMW Motorrad sets new sales record in first half of 2016

IM Admin — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 00:26:03 +0000

@BMWMotorradCA • BMW Motorrad has closed the first half-year with a new sales record for the fourth time in succession. 80,754 motorcycles and maxi scooters were supplied to customers worldwide as of June 2016 (prev. yr.: 78,418 units). As compared to the equivalent period of the previous year, this represents an increase of 3.0%. For […]

Michael Leon: Royal Distributing BMW S1000RR racer preps for CSBK opener

Graeme Jones — Fri, 27 May 2016 19:44:09 +0000

Montreal-based road racer Michael Leon will continue his long-standing relationship with Royal Distributing who will again be the team’s title sponsor. Royal Distributing is one of Canada’s leading retailers of aftermarket clothing, parts and accessories for on and off-road motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles and bicycles. Royal Distributing serves customers via four superstores throughout Ontario and through […]

BMW Motorrad GS Trophy 2016 wraps up from southeast Asia

IM Admin — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 21:23:19 +0000

Munich. The fifth BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy, the 2016 Southeast Asia edition came to a close, after seven hard days’ riding, with a spectacular finale on Saturday, March 5. With the competition still in the balance right up to the final special test, it was a tense finish – decided in favour of Team […]

BMW presents new concepts: Laser headlights, heads-up helmet display, at Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas

Graeme Jones — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 22:12:16 +0000

@BMWMotorradCA | @CES | BMW Motorrad will be displaying two innovations at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas on 6-9 January 2016. Laser light for motorcycles and a helmet with a head-up display will be presented, setting new standards of motorcycle safety, along with a technical outlook of how they may be employed […]

BMW Motorrad Canada sponsors 10th Annual Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Banquet and Reunion

IM Admin — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 17:56:17 +0000

Toronto ON – October 2nd, 2015 – The Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame is proud to announce BMW Motorrad Canada as a sponsor for the 10th Annual Induction Banquet and Reunion which takes place November 7th, 2015 at the Sheraton Airport Conference Centre in Toronto, Ontario. “BMW Motorrad Canada is a very proud sponsor of […]

Dan Kruger’s Race Blog: Racing on Road Courses

IM Admin — Wed, 13 May 2015 21:02:19 +0000

Well, it’s that time of the year again where a small group of predominantly Irish motorcycle racers take to the roads and compete in what some think is the craziest form of racing on the planet.

BMW recalling BMW R and K models sold in Canada from 2003-2011

Graeme Jones — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 22:14:21 +0000

BMW Motorrad is carrying out a global Technical Campaign, pertaining to the rear wheel carrier flange on all BMW R and K models produced between November 2003 and April 2011.

Breaking News: BMW to pull out of World Superbike at end of 2013 season

Graeme Jones — Thu, 25 Jul 2013 17:38:35 +0000

Munich, 24th July 2013. BMW Motorrad is continuing its long-term strategic realignment of the brand. This strategy also affects BMW Motorrad Motorsport’s activities, which as a next step will also be restructured. At the end of the 2013 season, BMW Motorrad Motorsport will terminate its factory involvement in the FIM Superbike World Championship. The main focus and some of the resources of BMW Motorrad’s commitment to sport will switch to other motorsport activities like the successful international customer sports programme from 2014 on.