From Max Friz's R32 of 1923, until the K1600 Grand America 95 years later, every BMW motorcycle has been unique, and many have incorporated unconventional technical solutions. But the road hasn't always been smooth and BMW has survived many ups and downs.
Period Covered: 1923 - 2019 Models Covered: All BMW motorcycle models from 1923 up to 2019
Features: • The complete history of BMW motorcycles from 1923 up to the present day • From the very first BMW motorcycle, the R32 boxer, which established the lineage that continues today • Covers BMW’s strong history of competition and world speed record attempts • A look at the innovative technical solutions that have been pioneered by BMW • How BMW rose from the ashes of World War II to survive and prosper • How the company survived the threat of bankruptcy in 1959 • The creation of BMW’s first Superbike during the 1970s: the R90S • The 1980 R80 G/S established a niche dual purpose market • BMW’s most recent exploits, and its successful entry into the world of extreme high performance with the S1000RR • Bringing the story right up to date: BMW now produces its widest range ever, encompassing single, twin, four and six cylinders
