A piece of art on two wheels was recently presented at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. This is the BMW R20 Concept. At the scenic Villa d'Este by Lake Como, BMW Motorrad unfurled the BMW R20 concept. The BMW R20 concept is unique in that the Big Boxer engine takes a central, almost sculptural role in its design. Markus Flasch, Head of BMW Motorrad, calls it a “mechanical masterpiece,” emphasising that it’s ...
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Visitors can expect to view a big range of Harley-Davidson motorcycles as well as a large selection of merchandise. Wearnes Harley-Davidson of Singapore has just opened its newly revamped showroom on 28 Leng Kee Road. This event marks a significant moment, not just for Wearnes but for the community in the region. Dimitris Raptis, Vice President, Asia Pacific of Harley-Davidson, expressed his enthusiasm about the new showroom, which he believes showcases the ...
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The Quantum G2 shows how zipping around on electricity on two wheels can be done in Singapore. The world of automotive journalism can be quite varied and interesting. Imagine riding a petrol-powered 1,802cc 400kg behemoth one day and a cute and nifty-looking 110kg electric motorcycle the next. Ever since meeting the good folks at Quantum Mobility at National Bikers Weekend Singapore 2023, I've been looking forward to this test ride and my ...
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R 1300 GS shows why it is still THE go-to adventure bike Some four decades ago, BMW Motorrad established the touring-enduro segment with the R 80 G/S. Fast forward to today and we find an almost completely new design for the R 1300 GS which shaves 12kg off its predecessor. The legendary two-cylinder boxer engine is once again found here. At 1,300cc capacity, it produces 145hp at 7,750rpm and 149Nm of torque ...
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The new BMW R 18 Roctane is the fifth member of the R 18 family - cruising and touring in custom bagger style. The BMW R 18 Roctane, part of the R 18 family, is a motorcycle that combines classic design elements with modern technology, paying tribute to BMW Motorrad's history. At the core of the R 18 Roctane is the renowned 2-cylinder flat twin engine, known as the "big boxer." With ...
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