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The bmw cruise e-bike limited edition. exclusive colour scheme matches bmw i8 protonic dark silver edition., 06.10.2016 press release, bmw lifestyle continues its series of exclusive special edition bikes with a limited edition of its innovative e-bike: the bmw cruise e-bike protonic dark silver., press contact..

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Munich. BMW Lifestyle continues its series of exclusive special edition bikes with a limited edition of its innovative e-Bike: the BMW Cruise e-Bike Protonic Dark Silver. This new edition – limited to 300 units – stands out with an exclusive colour scheme: The Protonic Dark Silver paint finish matches the official colour of the BMW i8 special edition, which has just been premiered at the Paris Motorshow. Rims in bright Electric Blue further underline the bike’s athletic character.

Like its automotive inspiration, the BMW Cruise e-Bike Limited Edition delivers a unique riding pleasure thanks to its “hybrid drive”: The Performance-Line drive with a 400-Wh battery supports pedaling in four different modes (ECO (+ 50%) to TURBO (+ 275%)), up to a top speed with electrical pedal assistance of 25 km/h (16 mph). The 10-gear system ensures ideal transmission – when riding steep slopes or doing dynamic sprints on the flat terrain.

Each bike of the limited edition comes with a certificate and a special badge.

The BMW Cruise M Bike Limited Edition is available at selected BMW retail partners.

The other BMW bike models and matching equipment are also available at selected BMW retailers or online at shop.bmw.com. Manufacturer’s recommended retail price:

BMW Cruise e-Bike Limited Edition: €3,500.00

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Dynamics, style and functionality – that’s what the newly designed and constructed BMW Bikes stand for. Inspired by the fixie trend, they now take the stage with completely new and innovative frame design. Whether you want to ride fast and free or take a leisurely cruise through the city: thanks to their clear formal language and intelligent functions, they set entirely new urban trends.

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PRICE: ₹1,77,542

Product description: - Weight : 12.5 kg - Color : Matt Black with carbon Fibre elements - Slim frame design inspired by the fixie trend, developed in collaboration with Design works. - Sporty handles for better grip. - Shimano SLX / XT 11-speed gear (derailleur) - Forks, spacers and saddle support of carbon-fibre for less weight and higher rigidity. - Sporty, lightweight saddle in black. - Hydraulic disc brake at the front and back. - Shimano Brakes - 28” Rodi Airline Corsa 28“ black rims with Continental Grand Sport Extra tires

- Comfortable hub gear: low-maintenance and low wear. - Hydraulic disc brake at the front and back. - Sporty handles for better grip. - Shimano Brakes - 28” Rodi Web black rims with Continental Contact Cruiser tires.

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Nothing beats cruising round town in a BMW – but now you can do it on two wheels

P eugeot, Skoda, Rover… there are lots of car manufacturers which first made their name as bike builders. But here is one going the other way. BMW’s Cruise bike is a distinctive update of the original Californian cruisers which launched the mountain bike craze back in the 80s.

It’s all sleek lines and minimal detailing: the white paint job and blue rims are very Beemer in their aesthetic. The only other hint of its provenance is a discreet BMW badge lurking on the head lug. It has 30 slick Shimano gears, hardcore disc brakes and chunky tyres to ward off glass shards outside pubs.

This is very much a comfy commuter: a Boris bike on steroids. It’s also pretty hefty, but it soaks up the bumps and is perfect for cruising round the city with just a hint of German class ( shop.bmw.com ).

Price: £670 (€949) Weight: 15kg Frame: aluminium , front sprung Continental Cruise Contact tyres with ‘safety system’ Forks: SR Suntour XCT Brakes: Shimano BR-M395 180mm disc Gears: Shimano Deore 30

Reflected glory: Proviz REFLECT360+

This time last year I bought a reflective cycling jacket – or rather my wife did in a bid to keep me safe on the roads while commuting. It was a Proviz Reflect 360 and is without doubt the most commented upon garment I have ever owned. Every journey for months other riders would stop and ask me about the jacket. I can confirm that the space age-looking jacket that glints and glimmers when a light is shone on it is not only safe but highly social! It did have one small drawback. It was a bit sweaty despite the fact it had zip openings under the arms and on the chest. Therefore the designers at Proviz have now gone one better and launched the Reflect 360+ range. This new version has been designed using a different highly technical film to ensure better rates of breathability while not losing any of the incredible reflective capability of the original fabric. So it’s safe, social and not quite so sweaty. The jacket is sold in more than 70 countries and has won countless awards – it’s easy to see why. It is well-made with high-quality zips and fastenings. During the day it is a rather chic grey garment while at night it transforms itself into an flashing disco jacket. It’s that rarest of things – a super visible safety jacket that doesn’t make you stand out like a sore thumb… £109.99, suitable for men and women provizsports.com

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BMW M2 fans can now buy the BMW Cruise M Bike Limited Edition

Home » BMW M2 fans can now buy the BMW Cruise M Bike Limited Edition

Horatiu Boeriu

April 18, 2016 / 2 minutes read

Just days after the official sales launch of the new BMW M2 Coupe , BMW is presenting a tribute to the BMW M family’s compact high-performance sports car: the BMW Cruise M Bike Limited Edition. A core stylistic element of the bike is its Long Beach Blue metallic paint finish, which matches the official colour of the BMW M2 Coupe.

Unmistakable M design.

Like the M2 Coupe, the BMW Cruise M Bike Limited Edition – which will be produced in a limited run of 1,500 units – boasts exceptional dynamics and agility. The bike cuts a powerful figure thanks to the hydro-formed aluminium frame’s distinctive “bullneck” – reminiscent of the tank position on a motorcycle – and its clear transitions in form.

Sumptuous, smooth welded seams lend a single-mould look to the frame design. And, like its automotive inspiration, the two-wheeler uses an eye-catching Long Beach Blue metallic colour scheme to highlight its confident character and spread joy through the ranks of BMW M aficionados and beyond.

The bike’s striking design concept is complemented by high-quality technical components, which generate a special feeling on the road. The carbon seat post and spacer ensure the BMW Cruise M Bike Limited Edition is a light yet also a strong device. With larger wheels (now 28 inches), a 30-gear system and Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, it has all the tools to deliver the last word in riding pleasure – on straight roads and twisty or hilly routes alike.

Every example of the limited-run special edition also has its own specially made plaque.

The new BMW bikes for 2016.

The BMW M2 Coupe provides another impressive showcase for BMW’s commitment to outstanding driving dynamics, unbeatable agility and exquisite car control. But the company has also demonstrated expertise in the development of state-of-the-art, high-class bicycles for over 60 years, turning bike riding (as it has car driving) into a very special experience.

The BMW bike collection has been given a makeover for spring 2016 with the help of revised designs and cutting-edge technical components. New colour shades, for example, add a stunning finish to the new BMW Cruise Bike and the BMW Cruise M Bike, while the BMW Cruise e-Bike impresses with an even more powerful proposition (thanks to its 400-Wh battery) and a top speed with electrical pedal assistance of 25 km/h (16 mph).

All the above models come with larger wheels (now 28 inches) and an additional frame size (S – from 160 cm, M – from 175 cm, L – from 185 cm). For the youngest members of the BMW fan family, BMW has also created a perfect option: the BMW Cruise Bike Junior.

The BMW Cruise M Bike Limited Edition is available at selected BMW retail partners.

The models in the BMW bike collection and its matching equipment (e.g. helmets, mudguards, locks and rucksacks) are available online at shop.bmw.de.

Manufacturer’s recommended retail prices:

BMW Cruise M Bike Limited Edition: €1,400.00

BMW Cruise Bike: €995.00

BMW Cruise M-Bike: €1,200.00

BMW Cruise e-Bike: €3,100.00

BMW Cruise Bike Junior: €450.00

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BMW Cruise electric bike – first look

New e-bike has a claimed range of 70km

German car manufacturers BMW are poised to enter the exploding European electric bike market with their own model – the Cruise e-bike.

The company have released details of the 20kg (44lb) bike, which will have pedal assist capable of 25kmh and a maximum range of 85km. The bike's lithium ion battery is mounted on the down tube, and the 250W Bosch motor under the bottom bracket, meaning it should have a very low centre of gravity.

The bike has disc brakes and four modes of assistance, ranging from eco to turbo, reports the website technologicvehicles.com . A detachable computer will show speed, battery life and other parameters.

The bike also contains torque sensors, which note when the rider is delivering extra effort on hills and can contribute more power to maintain speed.

However, BMW are dipping a toe in the water rather than jumping head first into the market. They will only release 1,000 bikes for sale in Germany, where the popularity of electric bikes is increasing rapidly. According to a study co-authored by the Association of the European Bicycle Industry, sales of e-bikes in Germany rose 55 percent between 2011 and 2012.

The Cruise e-bike is not BMW’s first foray into the field, either. At the 2012 London Olympics, the car makers circulated 200 lightweight i Pedelec Concept folding bikes to athletes and organisers.

BMW haven’t yet given a release date or price for the Cruise e-bike.

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BMW Cruise Bike with aluminium frame in the iconic BMW design with “Bullneck“ and BMW 4-spoke design. Exclusive BMW car paint, any scratches can be repaired with a touch-up stick. With Suntour spring-supported fork painted in frame colour and saddle in contrast colour. Winner of the Red Dot Design Awards. With high-quality Shimano components such as the hydraulic disk brakes or the 30-speed Deore gearshift. The 28" Continental-CruiseCONTACT tyres are stab- and cut-proof due to their "Safety System".

• Colour: Aqua Pearl Blue / Silver with cognac-coloured saddle
• Material: Aluminium AL6061-T6
• Fork: Suntour fork with suspension in frame colour
• Tyres: Continental CruiseCONTACT"Safety System", 28"
• Brakes: Hydraulic, Shimano 180 mm (front), 160 mm (rear) disc brake
• Shifting system: Shimano Deore 30 speed
• Rims: Rody Airline 4 Plus, 28"
• Saddle: Selle Royal Freccia
• Weight: 15 kg

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2020 BMW R18 Price

£18,995 (test bike £20,670 with optional heated gips, hill start, reverse gear, headlight pro fitted)

There are two trains of thought here. One is that close to £19,000 is a lot of money for a single-seat cruiser which doesn’t even have cruise control (and given the accessories list is so appetising, few models will leave a BMW showroom in standard trim). The other is that the price is justified in the quality, appeal and desirability of the new R 18. Not only are you buying into the high-end BMW brand, but this is a completely new model for 2020, unique and huge – a lot of bike for your buck.

Compared to the competition it’s somewhere in the middle ground. Harley-Davidson has the Softail and Deluxe, which you could argue are the closest competition to the BMW, and both are considerably cheaper than the Beemer. Then at the other end of the scale is the Indian Vintage Dark Horse, £21,399, and Triumph’s Rocket 3 at £19,500.

I think it’s priced competitively for today’s market. It’s a hard one to call as you could argue the R 18 doesn’t have any direct competition, but when sports bikes are pushing £20,000 and BMW’s own K 1600B is over £19,000 I think the price is in the ballpark.

Power and torque

There is no hiding the fact that this is a huge boxer engine. Each cylinder has a 107.1mm bore size, the pistons are as large as my hand. The engine, including the gearbox and intake system, weighs 110.8kg. As you’d expect from a 1802cc air-cooled engine, peak power and torque are way down in the rev range. Peak power is 91hp at just 4750rpm and the huge 116.5ftlb of torque is at 3000rpm, barely ticking over. This is the most torquey boxer engine ever used in a motorcycle, even between 2000-3000rpm there is over 110ftlb of torque.  

The on-paper figures are there to back up the visually impressive motor. I can’t remember the last time an engine sat so centre stage on a motorcycle. But as impressive as they are, torque and power are slightly down compared to its American V-twin competitors.

Engine gearbox and exhaust

When you throw a leg over the relatively low seat you’re immediately drawn to the engine, like a seagull to spilled chips. Each protruding cylinder head is almost overpowering, it feels very alien to see so much engine whilst still seated on the bike. The right cylinder is set closer to the rider, as it sits further back on the crank which runs the centre line of the bike. There’s an additional third bearing on the crank which moves the pistons further apart, which exaggerates the appearance of the opposed cylinders. When your feet are on the mid-way pegs, your shins are close to the huge cylinders, you can feel the heat in traffic, which on test proved beneficial, drying out my wet boots and jeans after a downpour. It will be interesting to see how much heat is generated in the middle of summer in a warmer climate. Your right foot, covering the back brake, is almost directly underneath the cylinder. It’s not annoying, just quirky, which adds to the appeal of the R 18.

The engine starts with a charismatic rock, and If you have never ridden an opposed twin before, it may take you by surprise. Each blip of the throttle pushes the bike to the left. Again, I applaud this quirkiness. At tick-over, around 900rpm, displayed on a digital clock, the bar ends dance around while the instruments vibrate slightly, adding to the appeal. It has character all right, something I was afraid BMW would dilute.

It’s a shame the fish-tail twin exhausts don’t sound as good as they look. There is a little bark when you start up the big motor, but after that it’s a little tame. I know BMW must conform to Euro-5, and on large throttle openings there is a rumble, but from such a large, charismatic engine I was hoping for a little more. I don’t want it to be annoying, not an American V-twin with straight pipes, which scares dogs and pensioners, but just something would be nice, the odd pop on the overrun. It’s like waking a rottweiler, which barks like a Jack Russell.

The power is smooth, the fuelling is excellent, and you can really feel the difference in the power modes, Rain, Roll and Rock – no, I’m not joking. As you’d expect all the work is low down in the rev range; just tickle the throttle for progressive acceleration, you don’t really need to pass 3000rpm. Peak power is at 4750rpm but after that it tails off to eventually find a soft rev limiter just after 5500rpm. It does get a little vibey in the last quarter of the rev range, noticeably above 4000rpm, but if you’re revving it that hard, then you’re not really riding the big boxer how it was designed.

Instead, simply short shift and enjoy the torque. The gearbox is smooth, but for me it feels like it need a heel and toe gearshift and footboards (optional) rather than standard pegs and gear lever. The revs noticeably drop when you change from fifth to sixth gear. It will happily pull from just over 1200rpm in top but usually, at town speed, I was back to fifth.   Sixth gear is noticeably tall, which is perfect for cruising.

On the motorway at 60mph the big girl is plodding along at 2200rpm. At 75mph, revs increase a little to 2500rpm, effortless and smooth. Once you push on a little to 85mph and above, it’s closer to 3000rpm with the vibrations noticeable. And it’s a shame the cruiser doesn’t have cruise control as standard, which is what I’d expect from this type of bike priced at £19,000.

2020 BMW R18 Economy

Before riding the R 18 I did wonder about the fuel economy and range from the 16-litre fuel tank. Each cylinder is huge, it has the aerodynamic drag of a London bus, and let's not forget about the weight, so it should be horrendous. But as it revs so slowly, like a canal boat, it’s actually not that bad with BMW claiming just over 50mpg. On our 180-mile ride, a mixture of motorway and mountain passes south of Munich towards Austria, I managed 54mpg. In theory, you can expect over 200 miles before needing to fill up, though in fact it’s closer to 130-140miles before the fuel light illuminates.

Personally, especially on this type of bike, I prefer a fuel gauge or range indicator, so I know how much fuel is remaining before each journey. I much prefer to start planning for a re-fuel, rather than panicking when the light comes on. Plus, I hate getting fully kitted up and ready, start the ride, only to then see the fuel light illuminate after 10 miles. And while I’m having a gripe, the ignition is keyless, but the fuel cap and steering lock are not, so you still have to carry and deploy key, which defeats the object of having a keyless ignition.

Handling, suspension chassis and weight

I would have loved to have been in the original design meeting with the chassis development team… ‘So we are going to have an 1802cc boxer engine weighing 110kg in a cruiser chassis. And you want me to hide the rear shock and run a 19-inch front wheel and 16-inch rear. Oh, you also want have a massively long wheelbase but still want it to handle…’ It’s an impressive job for BMW to make the chassis work, and it does.

There is no getting away from the fact this a 345kg bike; add the rider and we’re easily over 400kg, getting close to the weight of a decent international rugby front row. Some bikes hide their weight once moving, and the BMW does this, feeling far lighter than it is, but those huge protruding cylinders and the rock between gear changes are a constant reminder of the bike’s girth. You’re always aware you’re on a big bike, weight is low down, but unlike an American V-twin, you can actually see the engine and think about that weight before attempting a series of bends at speed.

The relatively basic set up is impressive. The forks don’t dive or buckle, the shock and ride are impressive, it feels like the font is communicating with the rear and vice-versa. Some big cruisers feel like the front was designed by one team and the rear by another, or they thought about the looks but left the handling for Friday afternoon. The BMW breaks that rule, this is a bike that has clearly been designed from the ground up.

Rather than steer into corners, it rolls in like a hippo in a mud-bath. You roll the bike over its large front wheel and onto its side. It’s relatively easy to deck the pegs, which thankfully are hinged and not fixed. But even when the pegs cause a rooster of sparks it doesn’t feel like the BMW is on the limit and about to head into the nearest hedge or take down a small house.

Over longer periods the set-up did feel on the firm side, which I guess is the pay-off for having suspension that doesn’t wallow and force the bike wide when ridden with the faintest bit of aggression. The riding position is comfortable, the bars not too wide, and the vibrations are apparent but not annoying in any way, though I did have numb-bum after a full day in the saddle. Again, I might be reaching for a plusher aftermarket seat in the accessories catalogue before embarking on any serious long-distance touring.

Like the chassis, BMW is asking a lot of the twin 300mm discs and four-piston calipers because trying to stop 345kg is no easy task – like stopping a S1000RR with three riders. The front brake lever in fact activates the front brake only, but the rear is linked to the front, which gives the sensation of a strong rear brake.

The BMW stoppers are strong, and even under heavy use didn’t show any sign of fade. The lever is adjustable and there’s a nice feel. ABS comes as standard, isn’t too intrusive on the front, but it’s relatively easy to get the rear ABS activating, especially in the wet. Unusually for BMW, the ABS is not lean sensitive, and while you could argue cornering ABS isn’t required on a low revving cruiser, on such a large heavy bike, it would certainly be welcome.

Because there is so much compression from the huge engine, BMW has fitted an engine braking management system, which prevents the rear from locking up during fast down changes. At times you can feel this working, reducing the engine braking, giving a two-stroke feeling as the bike carries speed into corners. Once or twice this caught me out slightly, as the bike rolled into a turn a little quicker than expected without the engine braking I anticipated.

2020 BMW R18 Rider aids and extra equipment/accessories

Clearly the marketing team named the rider modes, Rain, Rock and Roll, which translate to rain, road and sporty. The rider aids only change the engine performance and character, and do not alter the standard traction control or ABS. There is a noticeable step in the throttle response and power between the mode: Rain is very soft and lethargic whereas the Rock mode is responsive and direct but not too sharp, a mistake some manufacturers make. In the wet or when grip is reduced, the Rain mode is beneficial and isn’t just a gimmick, as with so much power and torque it’s easy to lose traction.

The standard traction control, which can be deactivated or reinstalled on the move, will obviously prevent any major slides or wheelspin, but again, like the braking, isn’t lean-sensitive and is relatively basic. Yes, it works, and the reintroduction of the power is soft, which means that once the rear starts to spin it shouldn’t spin again when the power comes back on line. However, shouldn’t we expect lean-sensitive traction control from a premium BMW?

As you’d expect the list of accessories is huge and designed and built in partnership with legendary bike designers like Roland Sands, and Vance & Hines. The R 18 is really a blank canvas for your imagination to run wild. I left my trip to Germany thinking: heal and toe lever and foot boards, V&H pipework, relaxed bars, and a pillion seat. The ‘hipster’ clothing matches the high-end finish to the accessories. Some may sneer at the marketing and image, but cleverly BMW have created a stunning bike, which can easily be modified and personalised. I doubt very few models will leave showrooms standard.

2020 BMW R 18 Verdict

I can’t applaud BMW enough for producing such a dramatic cruiser, so different from anything else on the market. The cruiser market has been ticking over for decades with similar V-twin models, but now BMW has entered with a huge boxer statement, on looks alone I love it. It’s a 2020 model dressed for the 1920s and 1930s. The dramatic Boxer engine holds the design together whilst delivering some ‘real-world’ performance and, for a big bike, it will go around corners scraping its pegs all day long. Yes, it’s heavy, yes it rocks from side to side and vibrates at high revs, but that is what I wanted… some soul.

The finishing touches like the exposed shaft drive are lovely, which means I can forgive its niggles like the lack of a fuel range/gauge, no keyless fuel cap, and no cruise control as standard. This is BMW’s first venture into the cruiser market for some time and they’ve done a remarkable job. In the way BMW jumped into the sports bike market in 2008 with the S1000RR and took over, the R 18 has the potential to repeat the story. The traditional cruiser competition should be worried.

2020 BMW R 18 Technical Specification

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What is MCIA Secured?

MCIA Secured  gives bike buyers the chance to see just how much work a manufacturer has put into making their new investment as resistant to theft as possible. 

As we all know,  the more security you use, the less chance there is of your bike being stolen.  In fact, based on research by Bennetts, using a disc lock makes your machine three times less likely to be stolen, while heavy duty kit can make it less likely to be stolen than a car. For  reviews of the best security products, click here .

MCIA Secured gives motorcycles a rating out of five stars, based on the following being fitted to a new bike as standard:

• A steering lock that meets the UNECE 62 standard
• An ignition immobiliser system
• A vehicle marking system
• An alarm system
• A vehicle tracking system with subscription

The higher the star rating, the better the security, so always ask your dealer what rating your bike has, and compare it to other machines on your shortlist.

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The BMW Cruise M-Bike Limited Edition -- A bicycle for every BMW M enthusiast.

Now, BMW is complimenting its bicycle collection in spring 2015 with the presentation of a colorful tribute to the BMW M automobiles: a limited special edition BMW Cruise M-Bike. The characteristic Austin Yellow Metallic of the BMW M GmbH was adapted for this edition, which has been limited to 500 exemplars. Each model of the limited edition comes with a specially made plaque and a certificate.

The BMW Cruise M-Bike stands out with its modern design and lightweight construction elements. An optical highlight is the so-called “Bullneck” on the top tube in the front frame, which was borrowed from motorcycle design and is reminiscent of the tank position. Its hydro-formed aluminum frame and carbon components make the BMW Cruise M-Bike both light and stable.

Despite its low weight, the frame is very rigid, which ensures maximum power transmission at the lowest possible effort. The ergonomic handlebar concept, which is individually adjustable, allows for a comfortable ride, while the hydraulic disc brakes from Shimano guarantee a safe arrival.

The BMW Cruise M-Bike Limited Edition is available at selected BMW retailers.

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