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#1 ·
Just saw this today from the boys on Pelican. I will wait in line for this. Hope the pic loaded.
 

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#27 ·
rayone said:
Stalling issues have all been resolved, post K1200... Ricardo help BMW... now you just have to worry about the crooked steering and the leaning to the right :rotf:

Actually it aint soo funny :( :crybaby:

Inline 6... I WAS going to say I bet it will red line @ 16k... but then I read "revving up almost to 9,000 rpm"

But as Joker said... it's a concept... and when do BMW concepts ever go production?

Where do I get the blue break fluid?
Here's some.
http://bluemagicusa.com/index.php/blue_magic/products/151
 
#28 ·
Note that the bike pictured is a "concept" bike, that is not any sort of production model but rather a showcase for new technologies. But close reading of the official BMW Press release shows explicitly that:

BMW Press Release said:
The new BMW straight-six will further expand the K-Series in the foreseeable future. The first model to be introduced will be an innovative and luxurious BMW touring machine. Reflecting the tradition of the BMW K-Series, this will of course be a genuine top-of-the-line product.
So yes, a new K1600LT is definitely coming, although exactly when and in what configuration and trim level is still anybody's guess. :bmw:

But they also state that:

BMW Press Release said:
The engine’s power and performance characteristics are equally impressive, offering 130 Nm or 96 lb-ft of torque from just 2,000 rpm and at the same time revving up almost to 9,000 rpm – a dynamic potential quite unparalleled in the tourer segment. This alone qualifies the engine of the Concept 6 as the ideal power unit for a wide range of different motorcycles.
So I imagine we will see a new GT/RT platform and an S/R platform as well in the near future. :bmw:
 
#29 ·
For Eyes Only Candy

A friend sent along this email that BMW sent to its US dealers. I love that they tell you in no uncertain terms that the bike is "strictly a concept and isn't envisioned for manufacture or release" -- then tell you to enjoy it anyway. And it's funny how, in the email, the writer says "according to BMW Motorrad..." -- when the guy is BMW Motorrad.


Dear BMW Motorrad USA dealers,

A new BMW motorcycle concept design was unveiled today at EICMA in Milan – it’s called “Concept 6” and it’s unbelievably stunning. Photos and a full description of this concept are attached.

According to BMW Motorrad, the bike is strictly a concept and isn’t envisioned for manufacture or release.

Enjoy – this is real eye candy.

Best wishes,


Laurence Kuykendall
Community & Communications Manager
BMW Motorrad USA
 
#31 ·
JCW said:
I'm getting some chicken wire, modeling clay, bondo and fiberglass and giving it a go.

BMW bastages...
Time to get some more popcorn :popcorn: and get comfy in the chair and watch the show....!! :clap: :clap:
 
#32 ·
#35 ·
Even if those are fake, with BMW's resources, they could probably go from concept to a running prototype in a couple months and production in a year. :dunno:

If they wanted to. :rolleyes:
 
#36 ·
No doubt, BMW could design and produce the bike quickly but what would the reliable be like. In addition, we have seen a decline in bike sales and especially in large displacement motors. Therefore, it makes me wonder if BMW would commit to such a venture in a market with a down turn a no positive up tick on the horizon.

I would much like to see the bike happen.

Cheers
 
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