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8. R100RS
Years Produced: 1976-1984
Notable Features/achievements: First-ever sport-touring bike, aerodynamic fairing reduced wind resistance and front wheel lift
Complex Says: A cross between a sportbike and a tourer, this bike served an important niche. Sales figures don't lie. The R100RS was BMW's best-selling model ever, until the advent of the K100RS in 1983. This happened despite the fact that this bike was the highest-priced BMW ever: $4,595.
Notable Features/achievements: First-ever sport-touring bike, aerodynamic fairing reduced wind resistance and front wheel lift
Complex Says: A cross between a sportbike and a tourer, this bike served an important niche. Sales figures don't lie. The R100RS was BMW's best-selling model ever, until the advent of the K100RS in 1983. This happened despite the fact that this bike was the highest-priced BMW ever: $4,595.
F650
17. F650
Years Produced: 1993-2001
Notable Features/achievements: The beginning of BMW's chain-driven F-series
Complex Says: Up until this point, all BMW bikes had been produced in-house, and they were shaft-driven. The F650 was neither of those things. Instead, it was produced in conjunction with Italian motorcycle manufacturer Aprilia, which also produced its own version, called the Pegaso. Both the F650 and the Pegaso were powered by engines created by Austrian manufacturer Rotax. The single-cylinder F650 was quick, had adroit enough handling to surpass its Japanese sportbike competition, and that showed BMW was willing to break with its staid, traditional stance when necessary.
Notable Features/achievements: The beginning of BMW's chain-driven F-series
Complex Says: Up until this point, all BMW bikes had been produced in-house, and they were shaft-driven. The F650 was neither of those things. Instead, it was produced in conjunction with Italian motorcycle manufacturer Aprilia, which also produced its own version, called the Pegaso. Both the F650 and the Pegaso were powered by engines created by Austrian manufacturer Rotax. The single-cylinder F650 was quick, had adroit enough handling to surpass its Japanese sportbike competition, and that showed BMW was willing to break with its staid, traditional stance when necessary.
K100RS
16. K100RS
Years Produced: 1983-1989
Notable Features/achievements: BMW's first new engine design in 60 years, nicknamed “the Flying Brick,” won Motorcycle of the Year awards across Europe and the U.S.
Complex Says: The K series bikes were hefty, weighing between 540 and 600 pounds wet--but still lighter than their Japanese touring bike competition. Their purposeful design attracted customers in droves, all over the world.
Notable Features/achievements: BMW's first new engine design in 60 years, nicknamed “the Flying Brick,” won Motorcycle of the Year awards across Europe and the U.S.
Complex Says: The K series bikes were hefty, weighing between 540 and 600 pounds wet--but still lighter than their Japanese touring bike competition. Their purposeful design attracted customers in droves, all over the world.
R100GS
15. R100GS
Years Produced: 1987-1996
Notable Features/achievements: Introduction of revolutionary Paralever suspension
Complex Says: While it was too big for true off-roading enthusiasts, the R100GS earned Motorcyclist magazine's distinction as the finest bike BMW had yet produced. The 1990 Paris-Dakar special edition featured upgrades, such as an expanded 9.25-gallon fuel capacity and an oil cooler, as standard items.
Notable Features/achievements: Introduction of revolutionary Paralever suspension
Complex Says: While it was too big for true off-roading enthusiasts, the R100GS earned Motorcyclist magazine's distinction as the finest bike BMW had yet produced. The 1990 Paris-Dakar special edition featured upgrades, such as an expanded 9.25-gallon fuel capacity and an oil cooler, as standard items.
K1
14. K1
Years Produced: 1988-1993
Notable Features/achievements: Most unique-looking bike BMW has ever produced
Complex Says: The K1 was primarily an exercise in using a wind tunnel to create the most aerodynamically efficient sportbike that BMW could. The result looked like no other sportbike. Performance-wise, it lagged behind some of its Japanese competition. But its sheer artistry and land-based rocketship design has earned it a place in our hearts.
Notable Features/achievements: Most unique-looking bike BMW has ever produced
Complex Says: The K1 was primarily an exercise in using a wind tunnel to create the most aerodynamically efficient sportbike that BMW could. The result looked like no other sportbike. Performance-wise, it lagged behind some of its Japanese competition. But its sheer artistry and land-based rocketship design has earned it a place in our hearts.
R1100RS
13. R1100RS
Years Produced: 1993-2001
Notable Features/achievements: Introduction of updated Oilhead engine, ABS, revolutionary Telelever front suspension
Complex Says: The R1100RS handily scooped up accolades from the motorcycling press and consumers alike. The bike was praised for its amazing balance, handling, and power. This sport-tourer only weighed 520 pounds--which also didn't hurt.
Notable Features/achievements: Introduction of updated Oilhead engine, ABS, revolutionary Telelever front suspension
Complex Says: The R1100RS handily scooped up accolades from the motorcycling press and consumers alike. The bike was praised for its amazing balance, handling, and power. This sport-tourer only weighed 520 pounds--which also didn't hurt.
R1200RT
12. R1200RT
Years Produced: 2005-present
Notable Features/achievements: Major advances over the R1150RT, including increased power and decreased weight--and cruise control
Complex Says: Where the R1150RT featured a more traditional aesthetic, the R1200RT design looked a bit like Optimus Prime. Which is great if you like Transformers, but may be offensive if you're a traditionalist.
Notable Features/achievements: Major advances over the R1150RT, including increased power and decreased weight--and cruise control
Complex Says: Where the R1150RT featured a more traditional aesthetic, the R1200RT design looked a bit like Optimus Prime. Which is great if you like Transformers, but may be offensive if you're a traditionalist.
F650GS
11. F650GS
Years Produced: 2000-present
Notable Features/achievements: Chain-driven rather than shaft-driven, optional switchable ABS
Complex Says: BMW took what it learned from the original F650 engine, which had been developed by Rotax, and designed the F650GS engine itself. The fuel tank is located under the seat, resulting in a much lower center of gravity, which is extremely conducive to its off-roading potential.
Notable Features/achievements: Chain-driven rather than shaft-driven, optional switchable ABS
Complex Says: BMW took what it learned from the original F650 engine, which had been developed by Rotax, and designed the F650GS engine itself. The fuel tank is located under the seat, resulting in a much lower center of gravity, which is extremely conducive to its off-roading potential.
Kompressor
10. Kompressor
Years Produced: 1926-1939
Notable Features/achievements: Supercharged race bikes, in 1926, won the 1939 Isle of Man TT
Complex Says: BMW hadn't perfected its handling yet. Norton had the best-handling race bikes of the time. So BMW decided to beat Norton on sheer power alone by using superchargers. This pushed BMW race bikes up to nearly 140mph on straights--a real feat for the time period.
Notable Features/achievements: Supercharged race bikes, in 1926, won the 1939 Isle of Man TT
Complex Says: BMW hadn't perfected its handling yet. Norton had the best-handling race bikes of the time. So BMW decided to beat Norton on sheer power alone by using superchargers. This pushed BMW race bikes up to nearly 140mph on straights--a real feat for the time period.
K75S
9. K75S
Years Produced: 1986-1995
Notable Features/achievements: BMW's lightweight 750cc 3-cylinder engine, smaller fairing than the preceding K75C, stiffer suspension, rear disc brake
Complex Says: Many riders prefered the light, nimble handling of the K75 series bikes over their four-cylinder K100 siblings in BMW's lineup. The K75S was the apotheosis of the K75 line, weighing 32 pounds less than the K100RS, and sporting an upgraded suspension and impressively wide torque curve.
Notable Features/achievements: BMW's lightweight 750cc 3-cylinder engine, smaller fairing than the preceding K75C, stiffer suspension, rear disc brake
Complex Says: Many riders prefered the light, nimble handling of the K75 series bikes over their four-cylinder K100 siblings in BMW's lineup. The K75S was the apotheosis of the K75 line, weighing 32 pounds less than the K100RS, and sporting an upgraded suspension and impressively wide torque curve.
R1100S Boxer Cup Replica
8. R1100S Boxer Cup Replica
Years Produced: 2002-2004
Notable Features/achievements: Tri-color paint scheme, Laser exhaust came stock on the 2004 version
Complex Says: A racier-looking version of the R1100S, the Boxer Cup Replica offered superior handling for twisty roads and tracks in a nice, exclusive package. Adding aftermarket Laser cans was a popular mod among owners, so their addition as stock parts for '04 was a smart bonus.
Notable Features/achievements: Tri-color paint scheme, Laser exhaust came stock on the 2004 version
Complex Says: A racier-looking version of the R1100S, the Boxer Cup Replica offered superior handling for twisty roads and tracks in a nice, exclusive package. Adding aftermarket Laser cans was a popular mod among owners, so their addition as stock parts for '04 was a smart bonus.
R1150RT
7. R1150RT
Years Produced: 2001-2005
Notable Features/achievements: Linked brakes, ABS
Complex Says: Many BMW traditionalists consider this to be the finest sport-touring motorcycle that BMW has ever made--to this day. As ever, it offered good balance, handling, storage capacity, comfort, and build quality--but also featured added stopping power.
Notable Features/achievements: Linked brakes, ABS
Complex Says: Many BMW traditionalists consider this to be the finest sport-touring motorcycle that BMW has ever made--to this day. As ever, it offered good balance, handling, storage capacity, comfort, and build quality--but also featured added stopping power.
K1600GT
6. K1600GT
Years Produced: 2011-present
Notable Features/achievements: Named best in class by many industry publications
Complex Says: BMW knows that not everyone wants or needs the ability to go off-road. The K1600GT offers performance, comfort, and style for the luxury touring rider segment. BMW also claims it's the slimmest six-cylinder engine currently available.
Notable Features/achievements: Named best in class by many industry publications
Complex Says: BMW knows that not everyone wants or needs the ability to go off-road. The K1600GT offers performance, comfort, and style for the luxury touring rider segment. BMW also claims it's the slimmest six-cylinder engine currently available.
HP2 Enduro
5. HP2 Enduro
Years Produced: 2005-2008
Notable Features/achievements: Lightweight everything, progressive braking
Complex Says: Before BMW introduced the HP2 Sport, it introduced the HP2 Enduro for off-roading pursuits. Saying it's based on the R1200GS may make you think it's bulky. It's not--it's stripped down, lean, and sufficiently mean for your next foray to--and in--the Baja 500.
Notable Features/achievements: Lightweight everything, progressive braking
Complex Says: Before BMW introduced the HP2 Sport, it introduced the HP2 Enduro for off-roading pursuits. Saying it's based on the R1200GS may make you think it's bulky. It's not--it's stripped down, lean, and sufficiently mean for your next foray to--and in--the Baja 500.
HP2 Sport
4. HP2 Sport
Years Produced: 2008-present
Notable Features/achievements: Quick shifter, which allows gear changes without engaging the clutch
Complex Says: One doesn't usually class any bikes BMW makes with Japanese or Italian sportbikes. The HP2 Sport's aggressive stance isn't just about looks. It's about power. It may make you rethink the idea that “BMW” and “sportbike” are mutually exclusive terms outside the race track.
Notable Features/achievements: Quick shifter, which allows gear changes without engaging the clutch
Complex Says: One doesn't usually class any bikes BMW makes with Japanese or Italian sportbikes. The HP2 Sport's aggressive stance isn't just about looks. It's about power. It may make you rethink the idea that “BMW” and “sportbike” are mutually exclusive terms outside the race track.
F800GS
3. F800GS
Years Produced: 2007-present
Notable Features/achievements: Handles like an oversized dirtbike, but can run normal roads as well
Complex Says: Bigger GS models might offer slightly more comfort--but they're also heavier, and less suited to off-road riding. The F800GS is truly at home both on- and off-road, especially if you fit it with the factory-available Enduro skid plate.
Notable Features/achievements: Handles like an oversized dirtbike, but can run normal roads as well
Complex Says: Bigger GS models might offer slightly more comfort--but they're also heavier, and less suited to off-road riding. The F800GS is truly at home both on- and off-road, especially if you fit it with the factory-available Enduro skid plate.
R1200GS
2. R1200GS
Years Produced: 2004-present
Notable Features/achievements: The most popular motorcycle that BMW has ever produced, with most units sold
Complex Says: We wouldn't say that TV alone can sell your bike if it's no good. But having Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman (he's big in the U.K., we swear) exclusively ride R1200GS bikes for their TV series Long Way Down can't hurt. Alton Brown and his entire crew rode R1200GS bikes for the second season ofFeasting On Asphalt in the U.S.
Notable Features/achievements: The most popular motorcycle that BMW has ever produced, with most units sold
Complex Says: We wouldn't say that TV alone can sell your bike if it's no good. But having Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman (he's big in the U.K., we swear) exclusively ride R1200GS bikes for their TV series Long Way Down can't hurt. Alton Brown and his entire crew rode R1200GS bikes for the second season ofFeasting On Asphalt in the U.S.
S1000RR
1. S1000RR
Years Produced: 2009-present
Notable Features/achievements: Won several best of 2010 awards
Complex Says: The S1000RR was made to compete in the Superbike World Championship, and a limited number were sold to the public for homologation purposes. While it hasn't been a world-beater yet, riders have achieved up to third place (Troy Corser twice in 2010, and Leon Haslam twice in 2011) in individual WSBK rounds--which isn't bad.
Notable Features/achievements: Won several best of 2010 awards
Complex Says: The S1000RR was made to compete in the Superbike World Championship, and a limited number were sold to the public for homologation purposes. While it hasn't been a world-beater yet, riders have achieved up to third place (Troy Corser twice in 2010, and Leon Haslam twice in 2011) in individual WSBK rounds--which isn't bad.
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