culmination of over 80 years of BMW Boxer engine development. All Boxers have dual ignition to meet present and future emission controls and improve f

culmination of over 80 years of BMW Boxer engine development. All Boxers have dual ignition to meet present and future emission controls and improve fuel economy. Boxer gearboxes have quiet, high-contact ratio gearing and low-friction shift mechanisms.R1200GS: The large-displacement Adventure Tourer is a class that BMW invented a quarter-century ago and has dominated ever since. Off-road, touring, sport-riding; BMW's versatile GS does it all well. The R1200GS is a breakthrough in lightweight design. The balance-shaft equipped engine delivers smooth, torquey performance.R1200GS Adventure: A new Adventure model is more off-road oriented, with serious adventure-touring equipment as seen on the previous R1150Gs Adventure ridden around the world by Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman.HP2: The HP2 is the first product from BMW Motorrad's new HP "tuner" division. This street-legal motorcycle is remarkably lightweight and intended for serious off-road riding or nimble fun anywhere.R1200RT: The R1200RT is BMW's long-distance touring motorcycle. With smooth power from the balance-shaft equipped engine and light overall weight, BMW sets the standard for performance and handling in this class. The body design gives highly effective protection from wind and weather; creature comforts such as heated seats and handgrips abound.R1200ST: "ST" means "Sport Touring". This light, agile bike has adjustable ergonomics for long-distance comfort and a full set of available touring accessories. The powerful 110-horsepower engine adds to the fun of any ride.R1200S: The new Boxer sport bike has the power, light weight and sharp handling for everything from track days to local rides to sport touring. Sport bikes from BMW guarantee high performance and riding enjoyment. And then there's the security of knowing you're riding a BMW, one of the safest bikes in existence.R1150R: The versatile Roadster standard model can be fitted with a full range of accessories to meet a rider's changing needs or left "naked" for the traditionalist. It's hard to imagine a more fun and versatile basic motorcycle than this.The K seriesA new K1200 engine powers the sportier "K" models: the S, R and GT. This light, high-performance powerhouse uses cylinder head technology taken directly from BMW's successful Formula One car engines. Advanced suspension technology includes available electronic suspension adjustment. The luxury-touring K1200LT uses the legendary longitudinal Compact Drive System for smooth power and a low centre of gravity.K1200S: BMW brings a new level of refinement to the open-class sportbike world. The K1200S combines light weight, high power and nimble handling with comfort, maintenance-free shaft drive and the safety of antilock brakes.K1200R: The ultimate muscle bike: The K1200R is the world's most powerful naked motorcycle.K1200GT: A Grand Touring sport motorcycle powered by the F1-inspired K1200 engine. The K1200GT features a heated seat, electrically adjusted windshield, touring handlebars, and effective weather protection.K1200LT: The K1200LT redefined the Luxury Touring segment by offering unprecedented comfort and convenience packaged with the performance, handling, and safety demanded by experienced motorcycling enthusiasts. Ample engine power keeps the LT at the head of the class. The industry's first powered centrestand, along with the reverse gear, eases parking. Highly-effective lighting, a refined cockpit information display, and great comfort for the rider and passenger round out the LT.The F650GS and DakarF650GS The fun, do-everything GS continues to receive rave reviews in the press. These tough and versatile machines were used by BMW as the basis for overall wins in the 1999 Granada-Dakar and the 2000 Paris-Dakar-Cairo desert/road rallies. The Dakar model commemorates this achievement.

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BMW Motorcycles Overview of the 2006 BMW motorcycle line .The R series: Known as the "Boxer" due to its' signature horizontally-opposed engine, the R-series continues to evolve. Today's four-valve-per-cylinder, oil-and-air-cooled twin with digital engine management is the