The F650GS and Dakar

 

The F650 series has been a top-seller since its introduction in 1993 in Europe. Now in their fifth year of production, the smaller dualsport bikes have been restyled, giving them more of a family resemblance to the new “big GS”. Wind and weather protection are improved, and the airflow around the rider's helmet is smoother.

The F650GS and Dakar receive a new twin-spark cylinder head and a freer-flowing exhaust for 2004. Along with advancements in the engine management system, the changes bring the bikes in line with present and future exhaust emission standards. Low-speed torque and drivability are up, while fuel consumption is reduced by up to 14%.

Here some further highlights:
-A new front fender, air vent panel, updated windshields and a larger headlight give the GS more presence and a visual link to the R1200GS A new luggage rack has solid tie-down points and fits the topcase with no ausiliary bracket.
-Customizable ergonomics: A low standard seat height and optional lowered suspension or taller seat to easily fit all riders.
-Refinement: The F650GS features electronic engine management with no-choke starting. A downdraught cylinder head, the new exhaust, and refinements to the drivetrain provide more torque over a wider RPM range and smooth running at lower engine speeds, along with even better fuel economy.
-Safety: For the first time on an "entry-level" machine, antilock brakes are available. This very important safety feature is now possible due to the development of a new compact and lightweight (4.4 lbs) modular system.
This bike is great-looking, versatile, has a bullet-proof history, and is fun to ride on all kinds of roads and for novices and experts. We at Wolf BMW are (through our successful F650 roadracing project) very experienced in the F-series and we have been very impressed by these machines.

 

The F650CS

BMW innovations have changed the face of modern motorcycling: such innovations as antilock braking, electronic engine management, Telelever and Paralever have made riding better, safer, and more environmentally responsible for all. For all these things, BMW is known for its leadership in technology.
Now BMW addresses the challenge of making motorcycling even easier and simpler. So easy, casual, and relaxed, so agile and powerful, this is not just a new bike but a new attitude.

If motorcycling is your great passion then the CS will give it more drive. But if you are one of those who has never ridden a motorcycle, how can it be described? Close your eyes. Imagine: Windsurfing in a gale. Mountain biking downhill. Snowboarding. Motorcycling is like these things, but with more power, and somehow better. And you can have it any day you want. The CS is for those days.

And what sort of technology do we have here? At the heart of the CS is an engine derived directly from the high-performance BMW M3 car. A low centre of gravity is ensured by the fuel tank location below the seat. The single-sided swingarm uses a clean, low-maintenance toothed-belt drive. Ellipsoid projector-beam headlamps (see and be seen!) and available antilock brakes put safety first.

The R1150R

The R1150R Roadster features an integrated, flowing look and tradionally-styled large round headlight and chromed instruments. This is the basic, engine-and-two-wheels motorcycle beloved by many for years and now more fashionable as more riders discover the attractions of a "naked bike".

Or how about the funky new Rockster? Check out the assymetric dual projector-beam headlights, integral cockpit fairing and bright-and-matt colours. The torquey Boxer engine, sticky tires and nimble handling mean there's performance to back up the Rockster's streetfighter looks.

Technical features of both models include:
-Fuel-injected 1150cc Boxer engine
-A six-speed gearbox and hydraulic clutch
-Lightweight EVO brake calipers
-As an option, BMW's new Integral antilock brake system with active front/rear proportioning
-A full frame, with a new steel-tube Telelever
-Lightweight 5-spoke cast wheels
-Wide, medium-rise handlebars (sport-oriented, and well-suited to open-air riding)
-Two-into-one exhaust with just the right amount of growl and character
-Large fuel tank for touring range

The two-piece seat concept is retained, with two rider seat heights available as well as an extra-comfy passenger's seat section.

The R1150GS

The Adventure is a specially-equipped version of the R1150GS, the successful adventure-touring twin which proved itself in its first entry in major international competition by winning the Twins class and placing third overall in the 2000 Paris-Dakar-Cairo rally.

The R1150GS Adventure has a six-speed transmission, magnesium valve covers and Light Telelevet. A lightweight exhaust system with a rich tone and eyecatching styling complete the package.

The R1150GS has a broad powerband with plenty of torque from idle to redline. The six-speed transmission gives the rider a choice of ratios for various on- or off-road situations, with a low first gear for crawling over rough ground. The Light Telelever has low unsprung weight for better suspension response. The Adventure is capable of running on leaded fuel for travel in remote areas where that may be all that is available.

BMW's fabulous EVO brakes with optional Semi Integral ABS are fitted. On the Adventure, the ABS may be switched off (if desired) for off-road use. The Semi Integral system automatically provides load-sensitive rear braking when the hand lever is used; the foot pedal operates the rear brake only.

The BMW factory in Berlin Spandau is offering guided tours for visitor groups with 10 to 30 persons for free. An appointment is obligatory, please make an arrangement three to four month in advance.

The R1150RT

BMW's RT set a new standard in sport touring when it was introduced in 1996. Since then, it has been one of our most popular models and received many awards and much praise from the international motorcyle press. A number of refinements were made to the RT in 2001:
-An enlarged engine with greater horsepower and torque
-A six-speed gearbox and hydraulic clutch
-BMW's new Fully Integral antilock brake system with active front/rear proportioning
-New lightweight EVO brake calipers
-New wheels (as seen on the R1100S and new R1150R) with a wider rear tire
-Enhanced dual-beam headlight technology
-Fine-tuned ergonomics with greater seating comfort

BMW introduced antilock brakes to motorcycles in 1988 and continues to be the world's leader in motorcycle braking technology. The new EVO braking components themselves increase braking power by up to 20%, with less lever force required. In addition, new Integral antilock brakes automatically provide the proper balance of front and rear brake effort. When the rider squeezes the front brake lever OR uses the rear brake pedal only, the Fully Integral braking system constantly senses braking and traction conditions and feeds pressure to the front and rear brakes as required.

Any experienced rider knows that independently controlling both brakes at the threshold of adhesion is extremely difficult. Many choose to concentrate on the front brake only and ignore the rear because the front brake has the most effect: up to 100% in some situations on a sport bike. With a touring machine like the RT significant reductions in stopping distance can be expected from the Fully Integral ABS by using both the front and rear brakes to their maximum ability.

The BMW Montauk

The Montauk rounds out the range between the R1200CL Luxury Cruiser and the "basic" Cruisers. This is a semi-naked bike, featuring only a windshield. Touring equipment is available to customize the bike for longer rides. The Montauk is well-suited for relaxed touring either solo or with a passenger.

The Montauk shares the running gear of the R1200CL such as a six-speed gearbox and plush long-travel rear suspension with travel-dependent damping. And of course the Montauk is covered by BMW Canada's unlimited mileage warranty and North American roadside assistance for three years.

 

The BMW R1200C

This is the motorcycle ridden by James Bond in the movie "Tomorrow Never Dies".

The engine is a torquey 1200cc Boxer. For 2004 the mufflers are modified inside for a throatier sound and a new rear spring strut with travel-dependent damping gives an even more comfortable ride. A new 5-speed gearbox has quiet helical gearing a low-friction shift mechanism for smooth shifts. Tuning is for mid-range pull rather than horsepower, with torque of 95 N.m at 3000 rpm and power of 61 bhp at 5000. BMW's Fully Integral antilock brakes are optional.

Weight full of fuel and ready to ride is a relatively light 256 kg (563 lb), which makes for easy handling when combined with the seat height of only 740 mm (29 in)

The R1200CL

For 2004 BMW introduces the bike many have been waiting for: a touring version of the popular R1200C Cruiser. Called the R1200CL Comfort, this new motorcycle builds on the strengths of the Cruiser: Classic styling, sure handling, relaxed riding position, and torquey Boxer Twin power. The standard fairing, integral luggage and comfort touches such as roomy floorboards make for a package that is equally suited to a solo after-work ride on a fine day or a long two-up tour in any weather.

Technical additions include a six-speed gearbox, comfortable long-travel rear suspension with travel-dependent-damping, and standard BMW Integral antilock brakes. The Comfort's Fully Integral brakes apply front AND rear brakes whether the rider uses the hand or foot lever or both. The front/rear brake proportion is actively adjusted according to road conditions and motorcycle loading to provide the shortest possible stopping distance every time, regardless of the road or weather. The engine is the 1200cc Cruiser unit, with a new exhaust system and of course the reliable Motronic electronic engine management system. Like all other Canadian BMW motorcycles, the R1200CL is covered by an unlimited mileage warranty and North American roadside assistance for three years.

The R1100S Sports Boxer

The R1100S is the sportiest Boxer ever, and represents the second generation of the "new Boxer" series first introduced in 1993.

The S features:
-Killer looks. Let's get this out of the way first: this is a seriously good-looking motorcycle! Some say "sexy", but we won't touch that....
-Power. 98 horsepower, to be exact, courtesy of a free-revving engine, high compression ratio, forged connecting rods and an exhaust system featuring dual pipes exiting between the tailights. This exhaust is a visual and auditory signature of the new bike.
-Light, stiff frame and optimized running gear. The Paralever and Telelever suspensions have been refined for lighter weight and improved roadholding. The front suspension is adjustable from the cockpit.
-Six-speed gearbox with hydraulic clutch for smooth, effortless shifting.
-Light weight. Carbon fibre and magnesium have been used extensively, and certain "frills" omitted to keep the wet weight of the basic model at only 505 pounds ready-to- ride, with a full tank of gas. ABS, heated grips, and hard luggage are all available, and a dual seat with removable solo cover is standard.

The R1200GS

BMW created the world's first large-displacement enduro nearly twenty-five years ago, and has dominated the class ever since. Often imitated but never equaled, the GS has won countless Bike of the Year awards and earned the title of Swiss Army Knife Of Motorcycles. Now, after four outright wins in the Paris-Dakar Rally and five generations of model development, BMW introduces the ultimate dual-sport motorcycle: the R1200GS.

Less weight and more power:
The R1200GS is significantly reduced in weight; 66 lb lighter than the previous version through precise engineering and the use of high-strength materials. The new 1200cc counter-balanced engine smoothly delivers 100 hp. The new exhaust system is quiet yet has a throaty sound.

Torque from this, the biggest engine in any enduro, is prodigious. A new six-speed close-ratio gearbox features all helical gears and a new low-friction shifter mechanism for smooth shifts.

The Telelever front suspension is lighter and stronger, with revised geometry. The rear Paralever is all new and totally free of any driveshaft jacking effect. The rear spring strut has travel-dependent damping for a smooth ride over small ripples and good control over big bumps.

BMW's fabulous EVO brakes with optional Semi Integral ABS are fitted. On the GS, the ABS may be switched off (if desired) for off-road use. The Semi Integral system automatically provides load-sensitive rear braking when the hand lever is used; the foot brake operates the rear brake only.

The BMW K1200LT Luxury Tourer

The BMW K1200LT stands out as a luxury touring motorcycle with European style.

BMW has drawn on its experience to build a luxury touring motorcycle which combines a high level of comfort with amazing agility and a level of riding enjoyment which has been sadly lacking in this class.

BMW's unique Telelever and Paralever suspension technology make it possible for the first time to construct a luxury tourer of this size with such surprisingly light handling.

Touring riders encounter all manner of traffic, weather and road conditions. For additional safety, the BMW Integral antilock braking system is standard. By constantly sensing braking conditions and available traction, Integral ABS proportions the braking effort between front and rear brakes for the best balance and shortest stops.

For 2004, the K1200LT Tourer has been updated with more power and new features to make this big Luxury Tourer even easier to handle:

DRIVETRAIN: The engine has been given a 15% increase in power to 115 horsepower through different camshafts and a freer-breathing air intake system. Based on the R1200GS developments, revisions to the 5-speed gearbox reduce noise and improve shifting.

CHASSIS: A new spring strut with Travel-dependent damping and revisions to the steering geometry improve ride and handling.

NEW LOWER SEAT: The seat and middle part of the bike have been reshaped to make it more comfortable and easier to reach the ground. The low position accommodates riders of 5.6” and an average build.

POWERED CENTRESTAND: A first on any motorcycle, the new stand automatically raises the bike, even fully loaded and with the rider and passenger in their seats.

BODY: The headlight is new and brighter. The instruments have been updated with a flat screen display showing rider information, trip computer, and radio functions that were previously in three different places. Upholstery and trim have been updated, and more chrome is standard.

EXTRAS: A new package includes the antitheft system, ground lighting, and central locking (yes, “power door locks” - a push of a button locks each saddlebag, the topcase, and the storage compartment). There is also a mounting package for the new big-button BMW Navigator II GPS.

The BMW K1200RS

BMW's K1200RS sport-tourer is known for its' refinement and power. The proven four-cylinder DOHC sixteen-valve engine is installed in an aluminum chassis incorporating the Telelever anti-dive front suspension system along with the BMW Paralever shaft-drive system. Aerodynamic bodywork finishes off the package.

The "K-Twelve" has been optimized for more comfort over long distances. It is also fitted with the powerful BMW EVO brake components with Integral ABS. When the rider squeezes the front brake lever, the Integral system used on the K1200RS constantly senses braking and traction conditions and feeds pressure to the rear brakes as required. The brake pedal activates the rear brakes only. This is known as the "Semi" Integral system as it allows the rider independent use of the rear brake, in keeping with the sport-riding character of the bike.

Here are just a few more features:

-Adjustable Ergonomics. The seat can be installed at either of two heights. Handlebars are adjustable for reach. The shifter and brake pedal are adjustable; the shifter length can be adjusted for different size feet. Footpegs can be installed in two positions (for leg room or extra ground clearance). As well, the windscreen height is adjustable.

-Aerodynamics. The fairing is designed to give much more protection than its appearance might suggest. For instance, the turn signal area directs a jet of air around the rider to effectively make the fairing "bigger" as speed increases.

-Power. The 1200cc engine has a long stroke for more torque. The engine delivers 130 bhp with 86 ft.lbs of torque. Refinements include lightweight pistons and wristpins, Bosch Motronic fuel injection and ram-air induction.

-Advanced suspension technology. The Telelever system here offers 90% cancellation of brake dive (more than the 70% on road-going Boxers). The Paralever anti-torque-reaction shaft drive system has also been refined, with a longer swingarm length.

-A smooth 6-speed overdrive gearbox. The well-known gearbox specialists Getrag developed the new gearbox for the K1200RS for improved shifting and extended maintenance intervals.

-Aluminum frame. All suspension pickups are mounted to the aluminum-honeycomb frame. This allows the entire engine/gearbox assembly to be rubber-mounted, to eliminate engine vibration. The engine is also mounted high in the frame, allowing greater lean angle in turns.