The BMW Concept RR superbike was unveiled at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este at Lake Como in Italy on May 23. Inspired by the factory superbike BMW M 1000 RR, the Concept RR was presented as “the ultimate performance statement in terms of technology and design for the future generation of BMW RR models.”
Very few technical details have been released yet. The M 1000 RR was updated recently for model year 2025, and the Concept RR is still far from production, but it offers a look at where the model is headed.
“Never before has BMW Motorrad provided such an early glimpse into a future generation of the RR models,” said Markus Flasch, head of BMW Motorrad. “The BMW Motorrad Concept RR is a true masterpiece of our development team, both technically and in terms of design language.”
BMW’s M 1000 RR, in the hands of rider Toprak Razgatlioğlu, proved the dominating force in the FIM World Superbike Championship in 2024. The Concept RR builds on those championship-winning technologies. Its engine is the same liquid-cooled inline-Four of the World Superbike champ, delivering a claimed 230 hp, and borrows the M 1000 RR’s electronic control regulation systems such as engine management, traction control, and engine braking.
BMW claims that the concept bike sets a new benchmark in terms of lightweight construction and aerodynamics. It makes use of high-tech materials like carbon and aluminum, and its aerodynamics were designed with three objectives in mind: riding stability at very high speeds, maximum cornering speeds, and minimal air resistance for optimal top speed. To achieve these goals, the Concept RR features reduced external attachments, precision of airflow, and ventilated front and rear sections. Also included are integrated winglets in the fairing. An illuminated RR symbol on the downside of the aluminum tail adds to the bike’s appearance.
Want king-sized adventure? The 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure has all the power, performance, comfort, and technology you could hope for. (Photos by Kevin Wing)
Charging north on the busy Ventura 101 freeway in anticipation of fun and familiar mountain curves ahead, it hit me just how big the new BMW R 1300 GS Adventure has become when our group overtook a rider on BMW’s first liter-class “adventure” bike, an early 1990s R 100 GS Paris-Dakar. Even with its 7.3-gallon fuel tank, next to the giant 1300 GSA the P-D looked absurdly small, like a Honda Grom with a boxer engine. Ironic, because I remember how big and intimidating the R 100 GS P-D felt at its introduction 35 years ago and how riding it off-road seemed unimaginable.
With over 8 inches of suspension travel front and rear, 7.9 gallons of fuel capacity, and a curb weight of 593 lb, the BMW R 1300 GSA is a big machine.
Although those same thoughts crossed my mind on first sight of the 2025 R 1300 GS Adventure at its recent U.S. launch, by the time our ride from Hollywood, California, to the Quail MotoFest in Carmel Valley was over, I was convinced that BMW’s 2025 GSA is its best yet for long-distance adventures. With only a 2-lb weight gain, loads more power and torque, sharper handling, and endless rider-friendly standard features and options, the bike’s size is much more manageable, and the intimidation factor is all but gone.
The BMW R 1300 GSA is highly configurable to meet the needs of different riders. The stock seat is adjustable for height and tilt, and various seat and suspension options offer roughly a 4-inch range for seat height, as low as 31 inches.
For example, the Adventure’s adjustable stock dual-height seat height starts out about 0.8-inch lower this year at 34.3/35.0 inches, and to get the seat lower still, BMW offers Adaptive Vehicle Height Control, which automatically lowers the suspension and the seat height 1.3 inches at slow speeds or a stop. An AVHC Comfort option lowers it an additional 0.8 inch, and according to BMW, combining that with the optional lower seat can get the rider’s perch down into the 31-inch range (a taller seat is available as well).
One of the newest tech features is the optional Automated Shift Assistant, which eliminates the clutch lever and has both automatic and manual modes.
Our test bike also came with the new Automated Shift Assistant, which eliminates the clutch lever and offers full auto or manual shifting with the foot lever. All the GSA’s special equipment is bolted on to the R 1300 GS platform that was all-new for 2024, with a lighter, more powerful ShiftCam engine, new pressed sheet-steel main and aluminum sub frames, and upgraded suspension with improved stiffer EVO Telelever fork and longer EVO Paralever shaft drive for increased traction.
The 2025 Adventure is more fully based on the GS than ever before. In addition to its larger 7.9-gallon fuel tank, the base-model GSA gets 0.8 inch more suspension travel front and rear, a larger adjustable windscreen (with optional electric adjustment), side wind deflectors, and tubeless cross-spoke wheels instead of cast. Engine guards and a centerstand are also standard.
The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure’s 7.9-gallon tank is good for up to 300 miles of range.
The most defining feature of the GSA is that big aluminum fuel tank, which holds 2.9 more gallons than the GS, bumping range to more than 300 miles. It’s so wide that BMW was able to add rubberized mats atop either side to rest tools and other items when stopped. The tank’s tapered shape leaves plenty of room for your legs sitting or standing, and attachment points on the top and back facilitate securing luggage.
Standard electronic and comfort/convenience features on the GSA are extensive, and many are controlled through the rotating Multi-Controller and switches (not backlit unfortunately) on the handlebar, the onboard computer, and detailed menus on the bright, Bluetooth-connected 6.5-inch TFT display. The GSA comes with BMW Full Integral ABS Pro that works in corners, semi-active Dynamic Suspension Adjustment, Dynamic Cruise Control with brake function (maintains speed on inclines), Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Dynamic Traction Control, Hill Start Assist, and four riding modes, including Road, Rain, Enduro and Eco.
An upright seating position and generous legroom contribute to the GSA’s long-distance touring capability.
Ride mode selection has a dedicated button, and two of six basic functions (electric windscreen height, heated grips, DTC, DCC, AVHC, and suspension damping) can be programmed to a button and toggle switch on the left bar so that you don’t have to drill down into the display menu to make changes.
After years of asymetrical headlights, when the 6th-generation R-GS platform debuted in 2024, it featured an X-shaped matrix headlight to give it a new signature look.
More GSA standard equipment is handy and familiar, such as the heated grips, tire-pressure monitoring system, Keyless Ride, handguards with built-in turnsignals, adjustable clutch and brake levers, a storage compartment in the tank with a USB-C port, a 12V accessory power socket, and a luggage rack. New full LED lighting adds a Star Wars-like matrix headlight and auxiliary driving lights, and the bike has a lightweight lithium battery. Intelligent Emergency Call can automatically or manually call emergency dispatch in the event of a crash (unless it is canceled with the covered button on the handlebar), and the initial 600-mile break-in service is included as well.
The boxy appearance of the GSA’s bodywork is polarizing. The open cavity on either side of the tank houses exhaust fans for the radiator.
BMW North America rarely imports models with solely standard equipment, priced at the bike’s MSRP. Our “base model” Racing Red test bike, for example, had scads of options such as lightweight Enduro forged wheels, a hydraulic Comfort Prop-Up option that raises the suspension to make deploying the centerstand easier (and works very well), AVHC Comfort, ASA, electric windscreen, GPS Prep, dual-can Akrapovič muffler, and side case mounts. Riding Assistant upgrades the cruise control to active and adds Front Collision Warning and Lane Change Warning. Riding Modes Pro adds Dynamic, Dynamic Pro, and Enduro Pro ride modes that further adapt throttle response, ABS, traction control, and suspension, and the Pro modes can be customized for throttle response, DTC, and ABS. Damping levels for Road, Dynamic, and Enduro can also be adjusted.
Our BMW R 1300 GS Adventure test bike was equipped with optional Enduro forged wheels and street-biased Metzeler Tourance Next 2 tires.
Trying to add up individual or BMW’s Premium/Enduro package pricing for all of these add-ons made little drops of blood come out of my forehead. Suffice to say that the $22,745 base MSRP doesn’t remotely apply to our GSA, but you can order a base model from your dealer if desired. Endless luggage, navigation, comfort, and protection options are available, and in addition to our Racing Red bike, BMW offers three style variants: Triple Black, Trophy, and Option 719 Karakorum, which take colors, finishes, features, and cost up a notch or three.
The R-series boxer engine was completely overhauled for the R 1300 GS platform, and it has now migrated to all models in the liquid-cooled R-series lineup.
With a claimed 145 hp and 110 lb-ft of torque, even with all of those accessories added to its starting wet weight of 593 lb, the new GSA is a monster stump puller right from idle and feels geared low enough in 1st to negotiate a nasty bit of trail without lugging. At higher speeds, immense power is on tap almost everywhere in the powerband, and when climbing hills or passing trucks, I rarely felt the need to downshift to generate more urge. Power delivery is smooth throughout, with just enough pulse feel to keep it interesting and a sonorous bark from the Akrapovič muffler.
The R 1300 GS/Adventure is the most powerful yet, and it delivers impressive amounts of torque throughout the rev range.
BMW offers Shift Assistant Pro (up/down quickshifter) as part of the optional Premium Package, and Automated Shift Assistant is available individually. ASA bikes like ours have no clutch lever and use electromechanical actuators to automate the clutch and gear shifting of the 6-speed transmission. Its full auto and manual modes will both downshift into 1st automatically at a stop and using the foot lever (there is no handlebar shifter), the rider can override or change the current gear at any time.
While the Automated Shift Assistant in automatic mode left us wanting, the Adaptive Vehicle Height Control works like a charm.
I gave the D, or fully automatic mode, several tries throughout this test attempting to get used to its operation, but I found it disappointing overall. D upshifts too soon for a motorcycle, shifting more like a modern economy car, and both upshifts and downshifts could be abrupt and jerky on our test bike. The system doesn’t automatically “kick down” a gear or two with heavy throttle application (though it does when you roll off throttle), necessitating the use of the foot lever. In fact, I found myself overriding the D mode gear selection with my left foot so often that I ended up just using manual mode, performing all shifts myself. That suggests that Shift Assistant Pro may be the better choice, since you would still have clutch-lever-less foot shifting yet with a lever still available for fanning the clutch in the dirt, tight turns, and starting out.
The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure will take you wherever you want to go.
BMW’s new Adaptive Vehicle Height Control for the R 1300 GS and GSA is a more successful innovation, working flawlessly and nearly unnoticed to drop the suspension and the seat at lower speeds (in case you have to dab your foot, for example) and at stops, which finally puts the GSA on this short-legged guy’s consideration list. An icon on the display indicates if the seat is up or down, and if AVHC is in auto or manual mode. Our test bike had AVHC Comfort, which drops the suspension another 0.8 inch. It’s very helpful at stops, but suspension compliance suffers compared to full extension on slow bumpy roads. So I programmed AVHC to one of the buttons on the left bar so that I could easily put it in manual, raising or lowering the suspension fully as desired.
Santa Rosa Creek Road is a favorite backroad near Cambria on California’s Central Coast. Rough pavement, steep inclines, sharp corners, and great scenery make it perfect for the R 1300 GS Adventure.
With 8.3 front and 8.7 rear inches of suspension travel, the GSA soaks up bumps like a much lighter machine, and its semi-active Dynamic Suspension Adjustment makes appropriate changes to preload and damping based on the selected ride mode and load. Larger, stiffer fork legs and front axle and a new EVO Telelever design (with a flex plate addition that provides more steering feedback) noticeably quicken the bike’s handling compared to previous models – no more ponderous feeling in slow corners. Braking is strong and predictable though oddly not as sharp up front as before, perhaps due to the integration of Full Integral ABS Pro, which applies both front and rear brakes with either the brake lever or pedal. Dynamic Braking Control is a useful feature that prevents accidental throttle application while braking.
Pumps out of order? Good thing the GSA has serious range.
GSAs have always had superb ergonomics and wind protection, the kind of comfort package that makes a three-hour ride home in the dark after an all-day ride and photoshoot not only doable but appealing. The new bike’s adjustable windscreen, wind deflectors, and wide tank block excess wind effectively, and a taller windscreen is available in case the large stock one doesn’t cut it. A comfort handlebar, bar risers, and adjustable footpegs can be had as well. Combined with the tilt and height adjustable seat and low/tall seat options, this bike should be able to fit everyone well for long rides.
Go exploring, get lost, have fun. Is that what life’s all about?
On the ride home from Cambria, photographer Kevin Wing and I enjoyed parts of the intro route in reverse as well as some old coastal favorites, like Santa Rosa Creek Road near Cambria. Our test bike was equipped with Metzeler Tourance Next 2 street tires, so I didn’t tackle any off-road tracks on our three-day, 750-mile ride. I can attest, however, that having ridden every P-D and Adventure model prior to this one off-road, whether at the challenging BMW Hechlingen Enduro Park in Germany or on the wet and rugged Baviaanskloof in South Africa, with the right tires it can be done. And based on its stellar performance everywhere else, I’m guessing that this new GSA will do it very well indeed.
Rear: Single 285mm disc w/ floating 2-piston caliper & ABS
Wheels, Front: Cast, 3.00 x 19 in.
Rear: Cast, 4.50 x 17 in.
Tires, Front: Tubeless, 120/70-ZR19
Rear: Tubeless, 170/60-ZR17
Wet Weight: 593 lb (factory claim)
Load Capacity: 476 lb
GVWR: 1,069 lb
Fuel Capacity: 7.9 gal.
Mark Tuttle was the editor-in-chief of Rider for several decades before he stepped down in 2020 to spend more time with family, riding motorcycles, camping, fishing, and looking for his reading glasses. He has road tested hundreds of motorcycles and ridden in 28 countries (so far) and every U.S. state except Nebraska, but only because he lost the directions.
This 2026 motorcycle buyers guide highlights new or significantly updated street-legal models available in the U.S. As with previous buyers guides, we will also include 2027 teasers as soon as manufacturers let us know about them. We will continually update this guide as new models are available, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back often.
Organized in alphabetical order by manufacturer, our guide includes photos, pricing, key update info, and links to first looks or – when available – Rider‘s first rides, road tests, and video reviews of the motorcycles.
2026 BMW R 12 G/S
2026 BMW R 12 G/S in Light White
Inspired by the BMW R 80 G/S of the 1980s, the new 2026 BMW R 12 G/S puts an off-road spin on the existing R 12 roadster. Its engine remains the same air-/oil cooled, 1,170cc boxer with DOHC, and it comes with a 6-speed and shaft drive. Also carrying over from the R 12 family is the one-piece tubular bridge steel frame, with a tubular steel rear frame bolted on. The R 12 G/S’s footpegs are positioned under the flat solo seat and the aluminum tube handlebar is positioned high and close to the rider, and standard seat height is 33.9 inches. The G/S rides on 21-inch front and 17-inch rear cross-spoke wheels, and suspension is fully adjustable with 8.3 inches of travel up front and 7.9 inches in the rear. Ground clearance is 9.4 inches. The bike includes ABS Pro, three ride modes, Engine Drag Torque Control, traction control, full LED lighting, a round instrument display, and a 12V socket.
The 2026 BMW R 12 G/S comes standard in Night Black Matte with an MSRP of $16,395. The nostalgic Light White paint option includes G/S graphics and a red seat, and the Option 719 Aragonit option includes Sand Rover Matte / Racing Red Matte / Mineral Gray Metallic Matte paint.
Replacing the BMW R 1250 R is the new 2026 BMW R 1300 R. It receives the same updated 1,300cc liquid-cooled boxer as the R 1300 GS. Displacement is increased from 1,254cc to 1,300cc. Horsepower is increased from 136 hp to 145 hp at 7,750 rpm, and peak torque is increased from 105 lb-ft to 110 lb-ft at a slightly higher 6,500 rpm. The new powertrain has a weight savings of 14 lb compared to the previous one. The sheet-metal steel frame is also new and is said to offer higher levels of stiffness and a more compact package than the previous frame. The previous tubular-steel subframe is replaced with a die-cast aluminum unit. Ergonomics are updated for a sportier, more aggressive riding position. Slightly rear-set footpegs and a flatter handlebar position the rider farther over the front wheel for improved front-end feedback. Standard seat height on the base model is 30.9 inches. Also new is a 47mm inverted telescopic fork and revised EVO Paralever suspension. Ride modes include Rain, Road, and Eco as standard, and engine Drag Torque Control, Dynamic Traction Control, and Integral ABS Pro are standard.
The base 2026 BMW R 1300 R is available in Snapper Rocks Metallic. The Exclusive variant features Racing Blue Metallic, the Performance variant comes in a Lightwhite color, and the Option 719 Kilauea variant has a Blackstorm Metallic color. Pricing starts at $16,595.
The 2026 BMW R 1300 RS sport-tourer is updated with a more powerful engine, revised styling, more aggressive ergonomics, a new chassis, and more – all aimed to make the machine sportier than its predecessor. The engine is the same updated liquid-cooled 1,300cc boxer as in the R 1300 R above, making 145 hp and 110 lb-ft. Ride modes include Road, Rain, and Eco as standard, with Eco working in collaboration with BMW ShiftCam technology to maximize range. The sheet-metal steel frame is also new and is said to offer higher levels of stiffness and a more compact package than the previous frame. The previous tubular-steel subframe is replaced with a die-cast aluminum unit. Rear-set footpegs and a flatter handlebar position the rider farther forward over the front wheel. The handlebar is also 1.4 inches wider than before. Seat height is 31.1 inches. Also new is a 47mm inverted telescopic fork and revised EVO Paralever suspension, offering 5.5 inches of travel up front and 5.1 inches in the rear.
The BMW R 1300 RS comes standard in Racing Blue. The Style Triple Black variant includes Black Storm Metallic paint. he Option 719 Cuyamaca variant comes in Brooklyn Gray Metallic paint, and the Style Performance option comes in Light White. Pricing starts at $16,995.
The 2026 BMW R 1300 RT is updated to make it even more capable and comfortable for long-distance touring. The engine is the same updated liquid-cooled 1,300cc boxer as in the R 1300 R above, making 145 hp and 110 lb-ft. Ride modes include Road, Rain, and Eco as standard. The frame has been updated to a new steel sheet metal unit, said to offer more stiffness than the previous frame. Also new is an aluminum lattice tube subframe, which also allows two-stage seat height adjustment for the rider’s seat and longer, more comfortable seats for both rider and passenger. Suspension is upgraded with electronically adjustable EVO Telelever and EVO Paralever systems, offering 5.9 inches of front travel and 6.2 inches in the rear. New 17-inch cast-aluminum wheels shave 3.0 lbs compared to the previous wheels. Fully Integral ABS Pro comes as standard. As standard, the RT also comes with two 27-liter saddlebags that have been redesigned to fit more closely to the motorcycle without sacrificing passenger legroom.
The 2026 BMW R 1300 RT base model comes in Alpine White with Mineral Gray Metallic Matte. The Style Triple Black comes with Black Storm Metallic paint, the Style Impulse version is in Racing Blue Metallic paint, and the Option 719 Camargue option comes in Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic paint. Pricing starts at $22,495.
Limited to only 1,200 units worldwide, the new 2026 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RX takes the updated 2025 Speed Triple 1200 RS to the next level. The clip-ons are 2.71 inches lower and 2.04 inches farther forward than on the RS, while the footpegs are 0.57 inch higher and 1 inch farther rearward to create a more focused riding position. Complementing the RS’s new Öhlins SmartEC3 semi-active electronic suspension, the RX receives an integrated Öhlins SD EC steering damper. The RX also received a new Akrapovič muffler with a titanium outer wrap and mounting bracket and a carbon fiber endcap and exhaust valve cover, finished with a laser-etched Akrapovič logo. The upgraded performance seat features an embossed RX logo. All other components are carried over from the Speed Triple 1200 RS.
The 2026 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RX comes in Triumph Performance Yellow and Granite with an MSRP of $21,495.
Due to the popularity of the 2025 Special Edition model, Triumph has announced a 2026 Triumph Trident 660 Special Edition version with new colors. Compared to the 2025 Special Edition, the 2026 version will also benefit from the model’s updates announced for the 2025 model year, including optimized cornering ABS and traction control, the Triumph Shift Assist up/down quickshifter, cruise control, and Sport ride mode to join previous Road and Rain modes. Finally, the Showa 41mm inverted fork was upgraded to a Separate Function Fork-Big Piston version. The 2026 model retains the 2025’s special Cobalt Blue and Diablo Red highlights, along with the ’67 race number graphic on the tank, but the white of the previous model is swapped for glossy Sapphire Black paint for the new edition. Diablo Red wheels, a flyscreen with graphic details, and sculpted belly pan are also included.
The 2026 Triumph Trident 660 Triple Tribute Special Edition will be available starting at $8,745.
The 2026 BMW R 1300 RS sport-tourer is updated with a more powerful engine, revised styling, more aggressive ergonomics, a new chassis, and more – all aimed to make the machine sportier than its predecessor.
The 6.5-inch TFT display offers smartphone connectivity.
The updated liquid-cooled boxer engine can also be found in the R 1300 GS, R 1300 R, and R 1300 RT. It gets a bump in displacement from 1,245cc to 1,300cc with a larger bore of 106.55mm and a shorter stroke of 73mm. The compression ratio increased from 12.5:1 to 13.3:1. The new engine gets a boost of 9 hp to a peak of 145 hp at 7,750 rpm, and torque is increased by 5 lb-ft to 110 lb-ft at 6,500 rpm. Despite the engine being more powerful than before, it weighs 8.6 lb less than the outgoing model’s and retains the same fuel consumption.
2026 BMW R 1300 RS Option 719 Cuyamaca
Ride modes include Road, Rain, and Eco as standard, with Eco working in collaboration with BMW ShiftCam technology to maximize range. The optional Riding Modes Pro package includes Dynamic and Dynamic Pro modes. As standard, the RT comes with Engine Drag Torque Control and Dynamic Traction Control. The optional Riding Assistant includes Active Cruise Control and Front Collision Warning.
The Style Triple Black, Option 719 Cuyamaca, and Style Performance variants all come with an embossed passenger seat.
Also available as an option, Automated Shift Assistant eliminates the need for the rider to operate the clutch at all, providing a fully automatic drive mode. Riders can switch between manual and automatic shifting modes as desired.
The sheet-metal steel frame is also new and is said to offer higher levels of stiffness and a more compact package than the previous frame. The previous tubular-steel subframe is replaced with a die-cast aluminum unit. BMW claims that the more compact powertrain and chassis concentrate mass toward the center of the bike for improved handling and more neutral riding dynamics.
2026 BMW R 1300 RS in Racing Blue
Ergonomics were updated to create a sportier riding position. Rear-set footpegs and a flatter handlebar position the rider farther forward over the front wheel. The handlebar is also 1.4 inches wider than before. Seat height is 31.1 inches, and customers can choose optional Sport seats or Comfort seats for rider and passenger.
Also new is a 47mm inverted telescopic fork and revised EVO Paralever suspension, offering 5.5 inches of travel up front and 5.1 inches in the rear. The base model comes with semi-active electronic Dynamic ESA, and Dynamic Suspension Adjustment is available as an option. DSA combines dynamic front and rear adjustments with corresponding spring rate adjustment based on the selected ride mode and riding conditions.
New LED headlights appear smaller than before.
The optional sports suspension, available on the Style Performance variant, includes a longer fork and rear shock to increase ground clearance and lean angle and raises seat height by 0.4 inch.
The BMW R 1300 RS receives new 17-inch cast-aluminum wheels weighing 3 lb less than the previous wheels. Brakes include dual 310mm front discs paired with radial-mounted 4-piston calipers and a single 285mm rear disc with 2-piston caliper. Fully Integral ABS Pro and Dynamic Brake Control are standard.
2026 BMW R 1300 RS Style Triple Black
Styling has been updated to create a sportier, more aggressive appearance, featuring a full fairing broken by cut-outs and recesses and a visually smaller LED headlight. The 6.5-inch TFT screen features smartphone connectivity, and 12V and USB-C sockets are included. The optional GPS Prep feature is now electronically lockable and allows quick attachment of a navigation device. Intelligent Emergency Call comes as standard.
BMW offers a wide range of options for the R 1300 RS. In addition to the options already mentioned, riders can also choose heated grips and seats, saddlebags, a top case, a tankbag with tank ring mount, a high windshield, and more.
The switchcube controls the instrumentation and other functions.
The BMW R 1300 RS comes standard in Racing Blue. The Style Triple Black variant includes Black Storm Metallic paint, an engine spoiler, a dark chrome plated rear silencer, and embossed graphic on the passenger seat.
The Option 719 Cuyamaca variant comes in Brooklyn Gray Metallic paint and includes a painted seat insert, an embossed graphic on the passenger seat, dark chrome plated rear silencer and exhaust, and Option 719 badge, Milled Pack Shadow, and Sport wheels.
2026 BMW R 1300 RS Style Performance
The Style Performance is the most fully equipped option. It comes in Light White paint and includes Sport suspension, a gold fork, a red rear shock, a Sport short handlebar, Sport shorthand levers, DTC-Shift and Sport screens, adjustable footpegs, the Sport rider seat and passenger seat, Sport tires, Desing Option wheels, and dark chrome plated silencer and exhaust.
Alongside the BMW R 1300 R and R 1300 RS, the BMW R 1300 RT sport-tourer has been redesigned for 2026 and includes a more powerful engine, updated styling, improved ergonomics, a new chassis, and more. The goal of the changes to the RT was to make it even more capable and comfortable for long-distance touring.
The design of the front end reduces visual weight compared to the previous model.
As with the R 1300 GS, the liquid-cooled boxer in the R 1300 RT is increased from 1,245cc to 1,300cc with a larger bore of 106.5mm (previously 102.5) and a shorter stroke of 73mm (previously 76), with a compression ratio of 13.3:1 compared to the outgoing model’s 12.5:1. Horsepower is increased from 136 hp to 145 hp at 7,750 rpm, and peak torque is increased from 105 lb-ft to 110 lb-ft at a higher 6,500 rpm. Redline is 9,000 rpm. The updated engine weighs 8.6 lb less than the outgoing model, and the entire powertrain weighs 14.3 lb less. Fuel consumption remains the same despite the increase in power.
2026 BMW R 1300 RT in Impulse with Racing Blue Metallic paint
Ride modes include Road, Rain, and Eco as standard, with Eco working in collaboration with BMW ShiftCam technology to maximize range. The optional Riding Modes Pro package includes Dynamic and Dynamic Pro modes. As standard, the RT comes with Engine Drag Torque Control, Dynamic Traction Control, and Dynamic Cruise Control.
Available as an option, Automated Shift Assistant removes the need for the rider to operate the clutch at all, providing a fully automatic drive mode. Riders can select either manual or automated shifting, and the automated shifting mode adapts gear shifts based on the riding style.
The frame has been updated to a new steel sheet metal unit, said to offer more stiffness than the previous frame. Also new is an aluminum lattice tube subframe, which also allows two-stage seat height adjustment for the rider’s seat and longer, more comfortable seats for both rider and passenger. Suspension is upgraded with electronically adjustable EVO Telelever and EVO Paralever systems, offering 5.9 inches of front travel and 6.2 inches in the rear. New 17-inch cast-aluminum wheels shave 3.0 lbs compared to the previous wheels.
Optional electronic Dynamic Chassis Adjustment includes the returning Dynamic Suspension Adjustment features alongside two new rider-selectable riding positions, one designed to maximize stability and the second providing easier steering and handling.
The optional topcase is available for the Triple Black, Impulse, or Option 719 variants.
Brakes include dual 310mm front discs mated to 4-piston radially mounted calipers and a 285mm rear disc with a 2-piston caliper. Fully Integral ABS Pro comes as standard and activates both front and rear brakes whenever one is used, optimized for each riding mode.
The position of the footpegs and seat has remained the same as the previous model, but the new BMW R 1300 RT features a revised handlebar position to create a more active riding position. The bar is now farther forward, wider, and less swept back. The height and angle of the rider’s seat can be adjusted by 0.8 inch, and minimum seat height is 30.7 inches.
2026 BMW R 1300 RT in Triple Black
As standard, the RT also comes with two 27-liter saddlebags that have been redesigned to fit more closely to the motorcycle without sacrificing passenger legroom. For those seeking even more comfort and touring convenience, BMW offers options like the Comfort Passenger Package (heated seats, grips, and backrest) and the electrically operated Variable Luggage System (total 33 liters storage, interior lighting, USB-C charging cable).
The R 1300 RT’s styling has also been updated with the goal of reducing the bike’s visual mass, especially noticeable in the simplified front of the bike. The rear of the tank is flat, and the painted trim around the front gives it a sleek and strong appearance. The luggage, optional topcase, and seats also feature a more streamlined and cohesive design.
2026 BMW R 1300 RT Impulse variant
The display on the BMW R 1300 RT is a 10.25-inch color TFT panel, offering the newly developed Connectivity Hub (for connecting accessories like heated vests), a split-screen view, and smartphone connection. The standard audio system can be upgraded to the Audio Pro system with better speakers and an adaptive function to adjust sound based on speed.
The Style Triple Black (shown), Impulse, and Option 719 variants use a forged handlebar in place of the base model’s tubular handlebar.
The R 1300 RT also comes standard with a new LED headlight (can be upgraded to adaptive Headlight Pro), a ventilated smartphone charging compartment with USB-C port, and Intelligent Emergency Call.
The 2026 BMW R 1300 RT base model comes in Alpine White with Mineral Gray Metallic Matte. The Style Triple Black comes with Black Storm Metallic paint, a sport windshield, and forged handlebar. The Style Impulse version is in Racing Blue Metallic paint with forged handlebar, variable wind deflectors, and Design Option wheels. The Option 719 Camargue option comes in Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic paint with forged handlebar, variable wind deflectors, Option 719 Sport wheels, and Shadow Pack controls.
Replacing the BMW R 1250 R is the new 2026 BMW R 1300 R, with upgrades including a more powerful engine, a more compact and better handling chassis, updated styling, and electronic aids – all aimed to provide a sportier experience than the outgoing model. It’ll be available in four variants, and BMW has a full suite of optional equipment to accompany the updated model.
Among other equipment, the Option 719 variant includes bar-end mirrors.
Starting with the engine, the BMW R 1300 R receives the same updated 1,300cc air-/oil-cooled boxer as the R 1300 GS. Bumping displacement from 1,254cc to 1,300cc involved a larger bore of 106.5mm (previously 102.5) and a shorter stroke of 73mm (previously 76), with a compression ratio of 13.3:1 compared to the outgoing model’s 12.5:1. Horsepower is increased from 136 hp to 145 hp at 7,750 rpm, and peak torque is increased from 105 lb-ft to 110 lb-ft at a slightly higher 6,500 rpm. Redline is 9,000 rpm. The bike comes with a 6-speed gearbox placed under the engine and shaft drive. The new powertrain has a weight savings of 14 lb compared to the previous one.
Available as an option, Automated Shift Assistant removes the need for the rider to operate the clutch at all, providing a fully automatic drive mode. Riders can select either manual or automated shifting, and the automated shifting mode adapts gear shifts based on the riding style.
2026 BMW R 1300 R Exclusive in Racing Blue Metallic
The sheet-metal steel frame is also new and is said to offer higher levels of stiffness and a more compact package than the previous frame. The previous tubular-steel subframe is replaced with a die-cast aluminum unit. BMW claims that the more compact powertrain and chassis concentrate mass toward the center of the bike for improved handling and more neutral riding dynamics.
The TFT display shows info like speed, rpm, gear indicator, ride mode, and more.
Ergonomics are updated for a sportier, more aggressive riding position. Slightly rear-set footpegs and a flatter handlebar position the rider farther over the front wheel for improved front-end feedback. Standard seat height on the base model is 30.9 inches, with five seat options available for the rider and two options for the passenger seat. The tapered aluminum tube handlebar can be rotated 180 degrees to place hands farther away from the rider for even sportier riding.
2026 BMW R 1300 R in Snapper Rocks Blue
Also new is a 47mm inverted telescopic fork and revised EVO Paralever suspension. The base model comes standard with semi-active electronic Dynamic ESA, and Dynamic Suspension Adjustment is available as an option. DSA combines dynamic front and rear adjustments with corresponding spring rate adjustment based on the selected ride mode and riding conditions.
The aluminum handlebar is moved farther forward to center the rider’s weight above the front wheel.
The BMW R 1300 R receives new 17-inch cast-aluminum wheels weighing 3.1 lb less than the previous wheels, reducing rotational mass. Brakes include dual front discs paired with radial-mounted 4-piston calipers. The optional sport brake system features titanium-colored calipers.
Ride modes include Rain, Road, and Eco as standard, while Dynamic and Dynamic Pro modes are available with the optional Ride Modes Pro, along with user customizable modes. Engine Drag Torque Control, Dynamic Traction Control, and Integral ABS Pro are standard. With optional Riding Assistant, riders gain Adaptive Cruise Control and Front Collision Warning.
2026 BMW R 1300 R Option 719 Kilauea in Blackstorm Metallic
Highlighting the BMW R 1300 R’s new styling is a new octagonal LED headlight unit. Adaptive Turning Light is available as an option. The 6.5-inch TFT screen features smartphone connectivity, and 12V and USB-C sockets are included as standard.
Dual discs and radial-mount calipers provide braking.
Those looking to personalize their BMW R 1300 R will have plenty of options to choose from. The base model is available in Snapper Rocks Metallic. The Exclusive variant features Racing Blue Metallic. The Performance variant comes in a Lightwhite color and includes various accessories and optional equipment like a gold fork, red shock spring, the Dynamic equipment package, DTC-Shift, sport handlebars, adjustable footrests, a high sport seat, bar-end mirrors, and more. The Option 719 Kilauea variant has a Blackstorm Metallic color, bar-end mirrors, and Option 719 parts.
The BMW R 1300 R gets a new octagonal LED headlight.
Special equipment packages include Comfort (heated seats and grips, tire pressure monitoring, preparations for luggage system), Dynamic (Dynamic Shift Assistant, Shift Assistant Pro, Ride Modes Pro, sport brake, Automated Shift Assistant), and Innovation (Headlight Pro, Riding Assistant). In addition to previously mentioned options, other optional equipment includes updated luggage, an alarm system, Intelligent Emergency Call, a windshield, and more.
Pricing starts at $16,595. Visit the BMW website for more information.
Inspired by the BMW R 80 G/S of the 1980s, the new 2026 BMW R 12 G/S puts an off-road spin on the existing R 12 roadster. While its design is meant to evoke classic ’80s enduro appeal, the R 12 G/S also comes equipped with plenty of modern features and tech, along with several options for personalization as packages and accessories.
Turning the R 12 family of bikes into a G/S includes adding long suspension travel, cross-spoke wheels (21-inch in front), and a compact cockpit fairing. Its engine remains the same air-/oil cooled, 1,170cc boxer with DOHC, making a claimed 109 hp at 7,000 rpm and 85 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 rpm. It comes with a 6-speed and shaft drive. The exhaust system is routed to the left-hand side, culminating in a high-mounted stainless-steel muffler.
2026 BMW R 12 G/S in Option 719 Aragonit, with Sand Rover Matte / Racing Red Matte / Mineral Grey Metallic Matte paint
Also carrying over from the R 12 family is the one-piece tubular bridge steel frame, with a tubular steel rear frame bolted on. The steering head is higher and farther forward on the G/S to offer a wider steering angle of 42 degrees left and right.
To provide an off-road-ready riding position, the R 12 G/S’s footpegs are positioned under the flat solo seat and the aluminum tube handlebar is positioned high and close to the rider. The handlebar can be rotated forward by 10 degrees for off-road riding while standing, and it includes markings to guide riders to the position they prefer. The standard seat height is 33.9 inches, increasing to 34.4 inches with the Enduro Pro package, 34.6 inches with the optional Rallye Seat, or 35.2 inches with both. The bike also includes an adjustable gearshift lever and a large contact area for the foot brake lever.
This 5.75-inch headlight is the smallest LED round headlight in the current BMW range and features an X-shaped signature.
The G/S rides on 21-inch front and 17-inch rear cross-spoke wheels, and the Enduro Pro package swaps the rear wheel for an 18-incher. Providing suspension is a fully adjustable inverted 45mm fork and a Paralever swingarm with an angled, fully adjustable rear shock. Suspension travel is 8.3 inches up front and 7.9 inches in the rear, and ground clearance is 9.4 inches as standard or 10.0 inches with the Enduro Pro package.
Slowing things down are two axial-mounted 2-piston floating calipers pinching 310mm discs up front and a 265mm disc with 2-piston floating caliper in the rear. The bike includes standard ABS Pro that’s partially integrated (front brake lever operates both front and rear brakes) and lean-sensitive.
Ride modes include Rain, Road, and Enduro as standard, with the Enduro Pro package including Enduro Pro ride mode for more serious off-roading. Designed for off-road use with road-legal enduro tires, Enduro mode limits interaction of front-wheel lift detection, Engine Drag Torque Control, and traction control, while rear ABS is set to mid-range. In the Enduro Pro mode, rear-wheel ABS is inactive. Shift Assist Pro and Hill Start Assist Pro are available as options.
The 4.1-gallon fuel tank narrows near the seat for secure knee grip.
The G/S comes with a round instrument gauge and a 12V socket, while a 3.5-inch TFT display is available as an option. Lighting is all LED, including the X-shaped headlight, and Headlight Pro with an adaptive cornering light is available as an option. Other standard equipment includes Keyless Ride and Intelligent Emergency Call, while ConnectedRide Control (Bluetooth pairing with smartphone) and tire-pressure monitoring are options.
In addition to the Premium and Enduro Pro packages, BMW offers many individual options and accessories, including a passenger kit, design accessories, various seat options, heated grips, cruise control, protection accessories, and 12 luggage options.
2026 BMW R 12 G/S in Night Black Matte
The 2026 BMW R 12 G/S comes standard in Night Black Matte with an MSRP of $16,395. The nostalgic Light White paint option includes G/S graphics and a red seat, and the Option 719 Aragonit option includes Sand Rover Matte / Racing Red Matte / Mineral Gray Metallic Matte paint.
The 2025 BMW R 18 family is updated with more torque from the boxer engine as well as ergonomic and style updates across five models.
First launched in 2020, the BMW R 18 family of five models is updated for 2025 with more torque from their shared boxer engine, as well as ergonomic and stylistic changes specific to the individual models.
The air/oil-cooled boxer that powers the R 18 family of models is upgraded with 4 lb-ft more torque than previous.
Common to all five R 18 models is an update to their engine. The air/oil- cooled 1,802cc boxer-Twin gets a boost in torque from 116 to 120 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm, a bump of 4 lb-ft. BMW claims that more than 110 lb-ft of torque is available between 2,000-4,000 rpm. Horsepower remains the same at 91 hp, and the engine now meets Euro 5+ emissions standards.
Also new for all 2025 BMW motorcycles is the no-cost Ultimate Care Break-In Service, which offers free maintenance on new BMWs when brought in at a maximum of six months from the in-service date or a maximum of 750 miles, whichever comes first.
2025 BMW R 18
2025 BMW R 18 Style Blacked Out in Two-Tone Brooklyn Gray Metallic
The standard R 18 variant receives a new 18-inch rear wheel (previously 16-inch), as well as newly designed front and rear fenders. The front fender now features a more modern appearance with a resculpted raised center section, and the front fender, gas tank, and rear fender now appear more seamlessly connected. The bike also gets new silencers with a circular cross-section. A resculpted solo seat includes 0.4-inch thicker foam for more comfort. With the new seat and rear tire, the seat height is raised from 27.2 inches to 28.3 inches. The addition of the new rear wheel also resulted in new spring/damping rates for the shock. Additionally, the standard R 18 now includes a USB-C charging port as standard.
The R 18 gets a larger rear wheel and a plusher seat than the previous version.
The R 18 will be available in Black Storm Metallic as standard. The Option 719 Olivine variant is finished in Velvet Green Metallic. A Style Blacked Out version is also available. Pricing starts at $15,395.
2025 BMW R 18 Classic
2025 BMW R 18 Classic in Option 719 Aquamarine
The R 18 Classic features nostalgic details and gets a few updates for 2025. Adopted from the R 18 B is the new front fender, and the Classic also gets a new 19-inch spoke front wheel (previously 16-inch). The front fender now extends lower than previous. The Classic’s seat height is raised from 28.0 inches to 28.7 inches. Additional features include newly designed side covers and a USB-C charging port.
2025 BMW R 18 Classic in Mineral Gray Metallic Matte
The R 18 Classic will be available in Black Storm Metallic. Also available is the Option 719 Aquamarine version (finished in Blue Planet Metallic/Oriental Blue Metallic) and the Style Blacked Out version. Pricing starts at $18,395.
2025 BMW R 18 Roctane, R 18 B, and R 18 Transcontinental
2025 BMW R 18 Roctane in Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic
The last three models in the R 18 family receive a small handful of updates. Now available for the Roctane and R 18 B are optional body-colored filler panels to cover the gap between the side cases and the rear fender. The R 18 B and R 18 Transcontinental get a new favorites button to replace the central locking system switch on the right-hand switches. The favorites button provides quick access to functions like grip heating without having to go through the menu to find the function.
The R 18 Roctane will be available in standard Black Storm Metallic, optional Mineral Gray Metallic Matte, or the new optional Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic. Pricing starts at $18,995.
The R 18 B will be available in standard Black Storm Metallic, optional Style Blacked Out (finished in Mineral Gray Metallic or Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic), or Option 719 Black Pearl. Pricing starts at $20,375.
2025 BMW R 18 Transcontinental in Black Storm Metallic
The R 18 Transcontinental will be available in standard Black Storm Metallic, new standard Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic, or Option 719 Tanzanite (finished in Blue Planet Metallic/Asian Blue Metallic). Pricing starts at $24,395.
2025 BMW C 400 GT in Diamond White Metallic (part of Style Exclusive option)
The BMW C 400 GT mid-sized scooter has been updated for 2025, including new tech features included as standard equipment and more storage space, providing even more safety and convenience.
2025 BMW C 400 GT in Black Storm Metallic
The scooter remains powered by a 350cc Single that makes 34 hp at 7500 rpm and 26 lb-ft at 5,750 rpm, and it comes with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that eliminates a manually operated clutch. New for 2025 are a few rider aids to enhance the riding experience. Lean-sensitive ABS Pro replaces the previous standard ABS, and linked to ABS Pro is the new Dynamic Brake Control Function, which controls throttle input during braking to prevent rear-wheel skidding.
The BMW C 400 GT comes with a standard 6.5-inch TFT (shown), which can be replaced by an optional 10.25-inch unit.
More tech features added as standard for 2025 include Dynamic Traction Control (replaces the more primitive ASC previously used and enables slip control while leaning) and Engine Drag Torque Control. The C 400 GT comes with a 6.5-inch TFT display that can be controlled through the left handlebar switches. Opting for the Premium package upgrades instrumentation to a larger 10.25-inch TFT.
The scooter’s storage space has been increased by a total of 12 liters across three compartments. The under-seat compartment has been enlarged by 23% to 37.6 liters, and the right-front storage compartment has been increased by 346% to 4.7 liters, while the left-front storage compartment has also been slightly enlarged.
Under-seat storage capacity is now 37.6 liters, enough room to accommodate a 15-inch laptop.
The seat has been reshaped and has a lower height at 30.1 inches (down from 30.5 inches). Also new is a standard manually adjustable windscreen.
Controls on the left side of the handlebar operate the TFT instrumentation.
The Premium package includes heated grips, a heated seat, a 10.25-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity, and a luggage grid. The Style Exclusive option includes an adjustable tinted windscreen, gold-colored wheels and brake calipers, plus floor lighting with a BMW logo projection or stainless-steel floorboard inserts. BMW also offers plenty of accessories to customize the C 400 GT, like a new 43.5-liter top case with lighting and a USB-C charging port, an anti-theft alarm, hand guards, and more.
The standard windscreen is manually adjustable to two positions.
The 2025 BMW C 400 GT will be available in Black Storm Metallic. The Style Exclusive option comes in Diamond White Metallic and includes gold graphics. Pricing starts at $8,445.
Drawing inspiration from the BMW R 90 S, a race-winning model of the 1970s, the 2025 BMW R 12 S is built on the R 12 nineT platform and includes a handlebar-mounted fairing, special paint and details, and a range of accessories as standard equipment.
The R 90 S seen here is the inspiration for the 2025 BMW R 12 S.
The R 90 S set a benchmark in 1973 with 67 hp and a top speed of 124 mph. It was also the first production motorcycle with a handlebar-mounted fairing designed for aerodynamics. In 1976, Hans-Otto Butenuth and Helmut Dähne rode the R 90 S to victory at the Production TT on the Isle of Man and Steve McLaughlin won the 200 Miles of Daytona on a Butler & Smith prepared R 90 S. The R 90 S’s prestigious racing history inspires the 2025 R 12 S’s special details as part of BMW’s Heritage range.
Helmut Dähne wont the Production TT at Isle of Man in 1976 on an R 90 S.
The R 12 S features bright Lava Orange Metallic paint as a nod to the R 90 S Daytona Orange of 1975. It also includes a handlebar-mounted fairing with tinted windshield and a red “S” on the side covers, along with red double coach lines and aluminum surfaces on the tank and seat hump.
Also setting the R 12 S apart from the standard R 12 nineT are Option 719 Classic II spoked wheels with anodized aluminum rims. Many components are taken from the Billet Pack Shadow and Billet Pack Shadow II collections, like the left and right ignition coil covers, oil filler screw, cylinder head covers, footpegs, hand levers, and bar-end mirrors.
Standard features include Hill Start Control, Gear Shift Assist Pro, heated grips, cruise control, and adaptive cornering Headlight Pro. Like all 2025 BMW models, the R 12 S comes with the Ultimate Care Break-In Service for service after 600 miles.
The R 12 S’s handlebar-mounted fairing pays homage to the R 90 S of the 1970s.
Like the R 12 nineT, the R 12 S is powered by an air/oil-cooled 1,170cc boxer Twin. It includes dual 310mm front disc brakes with radial calipers, ABS Pro, Paralever rear suspension, Dynamic Traction Control, a steering stabilizer, LED lighting, a USB port, ride modes, adjustable hand levers, and Keyless Ride. The R 12 S has a seat height of 31.3 inches, a claimed wet weight of 485 lb, and a fuel capacity of 4.2 gallons.
Red coach lines and brushed aluminum add special detail to the seat hump.
The 2025 BMW R 12 S will be available in the first quarter of 2025 with an MSRP of $21,590.
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