BMW Motorrad USA Enhances its S 1000 RR Rider Support and Contingency Programs for 2016
BMW Motorrad USA is offering current and prospective racers even greater incentives to compete on its bestselling BMW S 1000 RR superbike this year. More than $1 million in contingency money is available to racers piloting a 2015 or 2016 model year S 1000 RR in several 2016 race series.
Eric Anderson, Kris Odwarka and Jim Woodruff Elected to 2016/2017 MIC Board of Directors
Eric Anderson, Kris Odwarka and Jim Woodruff have been elected by the members of the Motorcycle Industry Council to serve on the 2016/2017 MIC Board of Directors. Paul Vitrano has been selected by Polaris Industries Inc. to be their representative on the MIC Board of Directors. This will be VROOM Network Founder & President Eric
Destination Dealership Top 5
Bob’s BMW (February issue) One part motorcycle dealership, one part vintage motorcycle museum and one part online/mail order new, classic, vintage and used motorcycle parts store, Bob’s BMW located in Jessup, Maryland, adds up to a 100 percent successful dealership. Store owner Bob Henig started out modestly by selling used BMW motorcycle parts from his
The New BMW G 310 R
One cylinder, low weight, powerful dynamic performance – the BMW G 310 R embodies the pure essence of a BMW roadster. The centerpiece of the new BMW G 310 R is a newly developed 313 cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with four valves and two overhead camshafts together with electronic fuel injection.
BMW Motorrad USA Welcomes BMW Motorcycles of Peoria
BMW Motorrad USA has enhanced its presence in Arizona with the addition of BMW Motorcycles of Peoria. The new BMW motorcycle dealership, located at 16844 N. Arrowhead Drive, offers a complete line of BMW motorcycles, parts, accessories, apparel and service capabilities in an exclusive new 2,628-square-foot retail showroom within the newly opened 15,000-square-foot GO AZ Motorcycles dealership.
Valerie Thompson Will Try to Break 217 MPH Barrier at Texas Mile
Seven-time land speed record holder Valerie Thompson will return to the Texas Mile land speed racing event October 23-25 in Beeville, Texas with the goal of breaking her personal best speed of 217 mph powered by a new engine provided by BMW Motorrad USA, the first Stage 3 motor imported to the US.
BMW to be Platinum Sponsor of AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction
The American Motorcyclist Association Motorcycle Hall of Fame has announced that BMW is a Platinum Sponsor for the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame’s 2015 induction ceremony. The ceremony is Saturday, Oct. 17, during the American International Motorcycle Expo at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.
Touratech Upper Crash Bars
The compact design of the Touratech Upper Crash Bars, maximize protection of expensive bodywork and radiators while providing optimum maneuverability for the BMW F800GSA. Touratech Upper Crash Bars take the impact of a fall and transfer the force effectively around the motorcycle.
Just in Time for the Vintage Issue…
Just in time for MPN’s vintage issue comes word that the newest member of the AIMExpo team is an old bike nut.
BMW Demos to be Available at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days
Twenty different BMW motorcycle models will be available for AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days attendees to demo for free, July 10-12 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, courtesy of BMW Motorrad.
BMW Motorrad USA Welcomes BMW Motorcycles of Hilliard to Dealer Network
BMW Motorrad USA has strengthened its presence in Ohio with the addition of BMW Motorcycles of Hilliard. The new BMW motorcycle dealership, located at 3747 Park Mill Run Drive, offers a complete line of BMW motorcycles, parts, accessories, apparel and service capabilities in an exclusive new 2,200-square-foot retail showroom.
BMW Motorrad USA Sets All-Time Sales Record in May
BMW motorcycles set an all-time record for sales in May, retailing 2,034 motorcycles. This record was also 19.6 percent above the 1,701 motorcycles sold in May 2014. The 2015 S 1000 RR was the best selling model in May with 273 units.
