Selection event and reality TV style production to feature in rare opportunity.
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KSF Racing has detailed the selection process for its $100,000 support offer in the 2019 Pirelli MX Nationals, which it made public last week.
The rare opportunity, which is inclusive of a wage and complete racing and travel expenses, has generated extensive interest from athletes in Australia, with the applicant list already exceeding 100 registrations.
Utilising an elimination model that’s set to feature a reality TV style production, a two-day selection event will be hosted for participating riders where they’ll be analysed by a number of specialists and professionals before shortlisting a dozen applicants, with a final evaluation to take place one week later consisting of rigorous physical, mental and skills testing.
“Entries will close on 20 December, and on 5-6 January we’re holding a two-day event at the Canberra Motorcycle Club where the applicants will be tested,” KSF Racing’s Scott Fischer explained to MotoOnline.com.au. “From there we’ll start an elimination process, and that will be based upon speed, attitude, commitment, dedication – those sort of characteristics.
“There will be a panel of judges, including a former Australian champion racer, a couple of fitness specialists who work with Red Bull in the US, along with a sports phycologist. We’ll be monitoring everything they do for those two days – they’ll be filmed and interviewed, and from there we’ll cut down the selection to approximately 12.
“Those 12 that make it from the first cut will have a week break before a camp consisting of full physical testing, mental testing, bike drills and skills with the experts we’ve enlisted. One person will be eliminated until we’re down to the final four, and then we’ll have shootout based upon those things.
“The prize includes a wage, but it doesn’t preclude us from offering someone else some support. From the first time applicants come in, everything will be filmed and documented from that point all the way through to the final selection. It’s like a documentary reality show. We’ve engaged a TV production company to do it, so the quality will be first-rate.”
Open to riders above 16 years of age contesting either M1, MX2 or MXD, Fischer emphasised the winner of the support offer must register and be in attendance, despite a number of high-calibre contenders currently seeking a deal for the upcoming year.
“It will all come down to who the experts believe has the right attitude and speed to make a difference,” he continued. “But if they don’t attend, they won’t win – I know there are number of good riders out there looking for a ride – and they know we’re doing it – but if they don’t attend, they can’t win.”
Finalising its partners, KSF Racing will remain aboard Suzuki machinery in 2019, although its level of support is still to be determined.
For 2019 Aprilia have announced that their RSV4 sportsbike will receive the Tuono treatment with the Factory edition scoring a big torque boost with a move to a larger 1078 cc powerplant. It seems Aprilia has Ducati’s Panigale V4 in its sights with the bigger donk for the streetbike.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory with new 1078cc powerplant
The RR version will retain a 1000 cc capacity in order to comply with Superbike racing regulations.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 RR retains 1000cc for competition
With a wealth of experience acquired in championships such as WSBK and MotoGP, Aprilia have been able to lead the transfer of technology to their factory products like the full ride-by-wire throttle and dynamic controls package, or APRC, as it is most commonly known on Aprilia machines.
Aprilia 65° V4 engine
With the introduction of RSV4 1100 Factory, the V4 from Aprilia reaches another crossroad, increasing displacement to 1078cc, based on the experience taken from this solution on the Tuono V4, the naked version of the RSV4 which went from 1000cc to 1100cc in 2015.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory – Power is now boosted to 217hp
The RSV4 1100 Factory engine displacement is achieved thanks to a bigger bore that has seen the four pistions grow from 78 to 81mm; while the 52.3mm stroke remains unchanged. The heady compression ratio of 13.6:1 also remains unchanged.
To improve wet sump lubrication, there is a new oil pump with greater flow capacity; the piston temperature has now been lowered thanks to the use of a double oil jet. The timing system boasts optimised intake valve timing, while the primary drive now counts on a longer ratio for fifth and sixth gear. The electronic injection system now uses a throttle valve support with a more aerodynamic profile in order to improve fluid-dynamic permeability.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory now with 122Nm of torque
The Magneti Marelli 7SM ECU has a new specific map with limiter management set at 13,600rpm. This brings maximum power to 217 HP at 13,200rpm, while maximum torque also benefits from these changes, obtaining a clear increase along the entire range of more than 10 per cent compared to the 1000cc engine, reaching a maximum value of 122 Nm at 11,000rpm.
This makes the RSV4 1100 Factory not only more effective in acceleration even from low speeds on the track, but also more thrilling to ride on the road, while last but not least, the exhaust system was optimised, not only in the layout of the manifolds, but also adding the street-legal titanium Akrapovic terminal as standard equipment, which is significantly lighter than the previous unit.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory
The new Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory also benefits from finer calibration suited for the revamped performance of its APRC electronic controls package, alongside the standard high performance fitment of extremely lightweight pistons with brand new segments that reduce the blow-by effect, a honing treatment for the connecting rod heads that contributes to reducing friction and valve return springs that guarantee reliability during heavier work loads, while the valves benefit from optimised timing.
Race inspired adjustable chassis
A particularly exclusive feature to the RSV4 RR and RF (and has been a characteristics of the previous generation RSV4 models) is the possibility of adjustment that the standard chassis is able to offer. Aprilia’s RSV4 allowing the rider to adjust the engine position in the frame, the headstock angle, the swingarm pivot and the rear end height, in addition to the fully adjustable suspension.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory
The RF version of the RSV4 offers sophisticated suspension systems with fine adjustments both in hydraulics and spring preload, ensuring higher performance and weight savings of 800grams over the previous versions. The fork is a latest generation Öhlins NIX unit, as is the TTX shock absorber, and the latter is operated by dedicated progressive linkage that increases the reaction time of the shock absorber itself. There is also an adjustable steering damper, also supplied by Öhlins.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory
On the RSV4 range, Aprilia fits a premium Brembo braking system, with a pair of new 5mm thick steel discs with a diameter of 330mm, gripped by the monobloc M50 callipers fitted with high friction coefficient brake pads.
APRC – Electronics Package
Aprilia RSV4 RR and RF are both fitted with the dynamic controls package designed and patented by Aprilia. APRC (Aprilia Performance Ride Control) is their dynamic control suite derived directly from technology in world Superbike. The latest positioning and orientation of the inertial platform that governs the operation of the system allows for improved possibilities of detecting the bike’s dynamic conditions and, consequently, more effective electronic control strategies.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory
The fourth evolution of Aprilia’s APRC is integrated with electronic fine tuning guaranteed by the full Ride-by-Wire throttle control which is completely built-in and requires no other components for electronic throttle valve management. This provides clear benefits in terms of weight.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory
APRC, which comes as standard equipment on the Aprilia RSV4 RR and RF, includes:
ATC – Aprilia Traction Control, adjustable on the fly to eight settings thanks to a practical joystick.
AWC – Aprilia Wheelie Control, the wheelie control system that can be adjusted to three levels.
ALC – Aprilia Launch Control, for use on the track only, with three settings.
AQS – Aprilia Quick Shift, the electronic gearbox that allows shifting without closing the throttle and without using the clutch, also equipped with the downshift function, to allow clutchless downshifting.
APL – Aprilia Pit Limiter, the system that lets you select and limit the top speed allowed in pit lane at the track or simply to make it easier to comply with posted speed limits on the road.
ACC – Aprilia Cruise Control, Electronic management has allowed cruise control to be introduced.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory
In addition to the fourth generation APRC system, RSV4 RR and RF come from the factory standard with advanced multimap Cornering ABS, developed in collaboration with Bosch to guarantee safety on the road and performance at the circuit.
The 9.1 MP system, is able to optimise braking and the ABS intervention in corners, thanks to a specific algorithm that constantly monitors various parameters such as lateral acceleration, the pressure applied to the front brake lever, the lean, pitch and yaw angle, modulating the braking action in order to better guarantee the ratio between deceleration and stability.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory
The ABS system works in unison with the Aprilia RLM (Rear Liftup Mitigation) system that limits the lift of the rear wheel during more abrupt braking. Cornering ABS, fine tuned in accordance with Aprilia’s specific indications, is adjustable to three levels of sensibility and can be switched off.
Each of the three Cornering ABS maps can be combined with any of the three engine maps (Sport, Track, Race), allowing riders with different experience and skill levels to find the best possible combination for their style. Each of the three maps are full power, but differ in how they deliver power, while also effecting engine brake levels.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory
The colour TFT instrumentation offers two selectable screen pages (Road and Race, both with night and day backlighting), while standard equipment for the RSV4 RF (and optional for the RSV4 RR), is V4-MP, the Aprilia multimedia platform that lets you connect your smartphone to the vehicle via Bluetooth, introducing for the first time a true corner by corner electronic settings calibration system with data that can subsequently be downloaded to your laptop (or displayed directly on the smartphone) for analysis, just like they do at the races.
2019 RSV4 versions and colours
The RSV4 RR incorporates all the electronic, engine and brake features introduced on the sibling RSV4 RF, and ass standard equipment it also has features which were once exclusive to the Factory version, such as magnesium external housings, oil sump and head covers and a wide range of chassis adjustments.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory – Arrabbiata Black
The Aprilia RSV4 RR is available in two new colour schemes, both matte, on a black and grey base (Rivazza grey and Arrabbiata black) with red wheel rims.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 RR – Superpole
The Aprilia RSV4 RF is the exclusive version that comes standard with latest generation Öhlins suspension systems and lightweight aluminium forged rims, featuring the dedicated “Superpole” graphics combine black and red colours.
Wide range of accessories
Aprilia has also designed and developed a wide range of accessories to personalise theRSV4 RR and RF. High quality selected items to increase performance, make them more attractive or more comfortable.
2019 Aprilia RSV4 RR
2019 Aprilia RSV4 Technical Specifications [in brackets the data referring to RSV4 RR with Race Pack]
Technical Specifications
Engine type
Aprilia longitudinal 65° V-4 cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid cooling system, double overhead camshafts (DOHC), four valves per cylinder
Fuel
Unleaded petrol
Bore and stroke
78 x 52.3 mm
Total engine capacity
999.6 cc
Compression ratio
13.6:1
Maximum power at crankshaft
201 HP (148 kW) at 13,000 rpm
Maximum torque at crankshaft
115 Nm at 10,500 rpm
Fuel system
Airbox with front dynamic air intakes. 4 Marelli 48-mm throttle bodies with 8 injectors and latest generation Ride-By-Wire engine management.
Choice of three different engine maps selectable by the rider with bike in motion: T (Track), S (Sport), R (Race)
Ignition
Magneti Marelli digital electronic ignition system integrated in engine control system, with one spark plug per cylinder and “stick-coil”-type coils
Starter
Electric
Exhaust
4 into 2 into 1 layout, two lambda probes, lateral single silencer with ECU-controlled bypass valve and integrated trivalent catalytic converter (Euro 4)
Alternator
Flywheel mounted 450 W alternator with rare earth magnets
Lubrication
Wet sump lubrication system with oil radiator and two oil pumps (lubrication and cooling)
Transmission
6-speed cassette type gearbox
1st: 39/15 (2.600)
2nd: 33/16 (2.063)
3rd: 34/20 (1.700)
4th: 31/21 (1.476)
5th: 31/23 (1.348)
6th: 34/27 (1.259)
Gear lever with Aprilia Quick Shift electronic system (AQS)
Clutch
Multi plate wet clutch with mechanical slipper system
APRC System (Aprilia Performance Ride Control), which includes Traction Control (ATC), Wheelie Control (AWC), Launch Control (ALC), cruise control (ACC) and speed limiter (APT), all of which can be configured and deactivated independently
Frame
Aluminium dual beam chassis with pressed and cast sheet elements Available adjustments:
headstock position and rake
engine height
swingarm pin height
Non adjustable Sachs steering damper
[Adjustable Öhlins steering damper]
Front suspension
Sachs Fork with 43 mmÆ stanchions; [Öhlins NIX fork with TIN surface treatment]. Forged billet aluminium radial calliper mountings. Adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. Wheel travel: 120 mm
Sachs monoshock adjustable in: hydraulics in compression and rebound, spring preload [Öhlins TTX monoshock with piggy-back, fully adjustable in: spring preload, wheelbase and hydraulic compression and rebound damping.] New progressive linkage. 130 mm [120 mm] wheel travel.
Brakes
Front: Dual 330-mm diameter floating stainless steel disc with lightweight stainless steel rotor and aluminium flange with 6 pins. Brembo M50 monobloc radial callipers with 4Æ 30 mm opposing pistons. Sintered pads. Radial pump and metal braided brake hose
Rear: 220 mm diameter disc; Brembo calliper with twoÆ 32 mm separate pistons. Sintered pads. Pump with integrated tank and metal braided hose
Bosch 9.1 MP ABS with cornering function, adjustable to 3 maps equipped with RLM (Rear wheel Lift-up Mitigation) (can be disabled).
Wheel rims
Aprilia aluminium alloy rims with three split spokes, [Forged aluminium alloy, completely machined, five split spokes].
Aprilia longitudinal 65° V-4 cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid cooling system, double overhead camshafts (DOHC), four valves per cylinder
Bore and stroke
81 x 52.3 mm
Total engine capacity
1,078cc
Compression ratio
13.6:1
Max power at crankshaft
217 HP (159.6 kW) at 13,200 rpm
Max torque at crankshaft
122 Nm at 11,000 rpm
Fuel system
Airbox with front dynamic air intakes. 4 Marelli 48-mm throttle bodies with 8 injectors and latest generation Ride- By-Wire engine management.Choice of three different engine maps selectable by the rider with bike in motion: Track, Sport, Race
Ignition
Magneti Marelli digital electronic ignition system integrated in engine control system, with one spark plug per cylinder and “stick-coil”-type coils
Starter
Electric
Exhaust
4 into 2 into 1 layout, two lambda probes, lateral single silencer with ECU-controlled bypass valve and integrated trivalent catalytic converter (Euro 4)
Alternator
Flywheel mounted 450 W alternator with rare earth magnets
Lubrication
Wet sump lubrication system with oil radiator and two oil pumps (lubrication and cooling)
Transmission
6-speed cassette type gearbox
1st: 39/15 (2.600)
2nd: 33/16 (2.063)
3rd: 34/20 (1.700)
4th: 31/21 (1.476)
5th: 34/26 (1.307) [31/23 (1.348)]
6th: 33/27 (1.222) [34/27 (1.259)]
Gear lever with Aprilia Quick Shift electronic system (AQS)
Clutch
Multi plate wet clutch with mechanical slipper system
APRC System (Aprilia Performance Ride Control), which includes Traction Control (ATC), Wheelie Control (AWC), Launch Control (ALC), cruise control (ACC) and speed limiter (APT), all of which can be configured and deactivated independently
Frame
Aluminum dual beam chassis with pressed and cast sheet elements Available adjustments:·
headstock position and rake
engine height
swingarm pin height
Öhlins adjustable steering damper
Front suspension
Öhlins NIX fork with Æ 43 mm stanchions and TIN surface treatment.; Aluminum radial caliper mounting bracket. Adjustable spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. 125 mm wheel travel
Rear suspension
Double braced aluminum swingarm; mixed low thickness and sheet casting technology.Öhlins TTX monoshock with piggy-back, fully adjustable in: spring preload, wheelbase and hydraulic compression and rebound damping. [Sachs monoshock adjustable in: hydraulic compression and rebound damping, spring preload and center-to-center distance]. 120 mm wheel travel.
Brakes
Front: Dual 330-mm diameter floating stainless steel disc with lightweight stainless-steel rotor and aluminum flange with 6 pins. Brembo Stylema [M50] monobloc radial calipers with 4Æ 30 mm opposing pistons. Sintered pads. Radial pump and metal braided brake hose
Official announcement confirms departure of MX2 champion Todd.
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Serco Yamaha has announced Nathan Crawford and Aaron Tanti will make up its 2019 squad in the Pirelli MX Nationals and Australian Supercross Championship, confirming reigning MX2 champion Wilson Todd will depart the outfit.
Initially joining Serco Yamaha for 2018, Crawford experienced a injury riddled campaign, a shoulder injury ruling him out of the outdoor series, while a guest ride with CDR Yamaha Monster Energy was limited to just one round in supercross after breaking his leg.
“Being back with Serco is awesome as we had a great thing going in 2018 until I hurt my shoulder at Wonthaggi and had to withdraw from the series,” Crawford explained. “I feel like I owe them one and at the moment, I’m doing all I can to be fit and ready when racing comes around.
“I hate being off the bike and not riding and its driving me crazy but my motivation is as good as it’s ever been and I’m excited to be locked in with Serco and the opportunity to race the YZ250F again. I haven’t even ridden the 2019 bike, but it looks and sounds amazing and I know Serco Yamaha will give me the best bike in the class.
“I’m able to bare weight on my leg and start physio this week with a view to start riding again by late January. That still leaves me enough time to get myself bike fit and ready to go for the MX Nationals and I’m already looking forward to racing again.”
Coming from the now defunct Complete Parts Kawasaki Racing outfit, New South Welshman Tanti had a breakout year this season, scoring a number of race wins and podiums along with establishing himself as a serious title contender in the quarter-litre category.
“Up until last year, I was juggling work with racing but for 2018 I was able to get myself in a position where I could ride and train full-time and it instantly showed improvement in my results,” said Tanti. “The reward of the hard work and sacrifice came when Gavin approached me about racing for Serco in 2019.
“Now to have the support and structure of the Serco Yamaha team behind me and entering the new year feeling fit and refreshed, I am confident 2019 will be my best season yet as I feel there is still a lot of room for improvement in my riding and racing.
“I spent a day on the bike earlier this week and I’m impressed with everything about it. We just ran through some basic things like bar bends to get me comfortable, stiffened up the fork a little and I was good to go. The Yamaha YZ250F feels awesome and that is just the production bike, I can’t wait to ride the full-blown race bike Serco will build for me.
“I’m proud to have achieved this ride with Serco Yamaha but I know the real work is about to come. But I will give it my all and aim to win as many races and championships as I can.”
Outgoing talent Todd is anticipated to make a return to DPH Motorsport Husqvarna after a potential opportunity in Europe failed to come through.
Six-round championship schedule revealed for the new year.
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While selection for the 2019 Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup was announced last month, a provisional entry list has now been provided along with the calendar for next year’s championship.
Six countries are represented on the provisional entry list including Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Turkey, Australia and Indonesia. Seven of the youthful talents who rode in the cup last season will return, with 14 new faces joining them on the grid.
Amongst the provisional grid are Australians Harrison Voight, Jacob Roulstone, and Luke Power, who was initially named as a reserve although has now secured a position in the academy.
The first race weekend of the year sees the cup racing alongside MotoGP at the grand prix of Qatar from the 8-10 March, and the season begins with a back-to-back bang as the series then heads for Buriram in Thailand the weekend after.
The next date is the cup’s first visit to Sepang International Circuit as they race as part of the Malaysian Superbike Championship from the 14-16 June, and then there’s a summer break before the second half of the season kicks off at Buriram alongside MotoGP from the 4-6 October.
The cup then heads for the Twin Ring Motegi in Japan two weeks later, before the season finale once again takes place at Sepang and another exciting season concludes in early November.
In 2018, the title fight when down to the wire between Haruki Noguchi and Australian Billy van Eerde, the Aussie ultimately coming out on top after thrilling finale.
2019 Idemitsu Asia Talent Cup calendar:
Rd1 – 8-10 March – Losail, Qatar (MotoGP)
Rd2 – 15-17 March – Buriram, Thailand (WorldSBK)
Rd3 – 14-16 June – Sepang, Malaysia
Rd4 – 4-6 October – Buriram, Thailand (MotoGP)
Rd5 – 18-20 October – Motegi, Japan (MotoGP)
Rd6 – 1-3 November – Sepang, Malaysia (MotoGP)
MXGP’s return to Patagonia Argentina’s beautiful Neuquen circuit is exciting for the championship, with incredible racing taken place at the venue since first hosting the MXGP in 2015.
“It is great news to be back in Argentina for the opening grand prix of the season,” said David Luongo, vice president of Youthstream. “The circuit of Neuquen is for most of the riders, the most beautiful track of the championship and its location in the middle of Patagonia is breathtaking.
“We really want to thank David Eli from Mas Eventos along with the local and national authorities making this grand prix possible, we are sure that it will be a great success and will bring a lot of attention and exposure Argentina.”
The 2019 MXGP World Championship will span over 20 rounds, starting in March before winding up in September at Imola in Italy.
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S in Thrilling Black and Dark Stealth
Ducati made a bold move when it launched the Diavel for 2011. It was a power cruiser from a company known for sportbikes, it had a 240mm-wide rear tire and it had a hunched-shoulders stance that was, shall we say, unique.
But the Diavel was a Ducati, so it was in no way dumbed down. Powered by the liquid-cooled, 1198cc Testastretta L-twin, it made a claimed 162 horsepower in a 456-pounds-dry package and would go 0-60 in 2.5 seconds. Riding modes, traction control, ABS, Brembo Monobloc front calipers and sportbike-spec suspension were not the usual power cruiser fare.
Leaning further toward cruiser orthodoxy, for 2016 Ducati introduced the XDiavel, with more conventional yet still muscular styling, a feet-forward riding position, belt final drive and a new 1,262cc Testastretta L-twin with more low-end torque.
For 2019, the Ducati Diavel 1260 offers the best of both worlds with styling and the Testastretta DVT 1262 from the XDiavel and the midmount footpegs and chain final drive from the Diavel. Ducati says the Diavel 1260 cranks out 159 horsepower and 95 lb-ft of torque, and it has a new tubular-steel trellis frame.
Standard electronics include a Bosch six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), Bosch Cornering ABS Evo, Ducati Traction Control (DTC) Evo, Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC) Evo, Ducati Power Launch (DPL) Evo and cruise control, and the S model is equipped with Ducati Quick Shift (DQS) up & down Evo.
2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S in Sandstone Grey
Suspension is fully adjustable in front and adjustable for preload and rebound out back, and the front calipers are Brembo M4.32 Monoblocs squeezing 320mm discs. Lighting is LED and instrumentation is TFT.
The 2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 will be available in Sandstone Grey with a black frame and black wheels. Pricing and availability are TBD.
The 2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S, which adds fully adjustable Öhlins suspension, Brembo M50 Monobloc front calipers, machine-finished wheels, an LED Daytime Running Light (DRL), Ducati Quick Shift up & down Evo, Ducati Multimedia System (DMS) and a dedicated seat with a special insert, will be available in Thrilling Black and Dark Stealth with red frame and black wheels or Sandstone Grey with a black frame and black wheels. Pricing and availability are TBD.
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For decades, the boxer engine in the BMW Motorrad R models has been a big part of the appeal of the models. The engine has gone through many generations and improvement over the years but the unique lilt and timbre of the BMW horizontally opposed twin is what keeps people coming back for more. The new R 1250 R continues this tradition and will hit Australia sometime during the first quarter of 2019.
Starting at $21,240 +ORC in base form, the BMW R 1250 range is covered by BMW Motorrad Australia’s recently upgraded three-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
Planned Maintenance Cover
Scheduled BMW Motorrad service and maintenance costs can be covered by a single, one-off advance payment with BMW Motorrad Service Inclusive (BMSI), which is available in two packages: Service Inclusive or Service Inclusive Plus.
BMW Service Inclusive covers a wide range of maintenance work, including oil service, oil, air and fuel filter change, the 1000-kilometre first check, valve clearance check, fork and gearbox oil change, spark plug replacement, and CVT belt change. BMW Service Inclusive Plus package also covers front and rear brake and disc changes.
Both Service Inclusive and Service Inclusive Plus can be selected as either a three years / 30,000 kilometres plan, or five years / 50,000 kilometres program and is transferrable to new owners.
2019 BMW R 1250 R pricing
BMW R 1250 R $21,240 +ORC
BMW R 1250 R HP $27,040 +ORC
BMW R 1250 R Exclusive $26,065 +ORC
BMW R 1250 R Spezial $26,765 +ORC
2019 BMW R 1250 R
2019 BMW R 1250 R
A capacity increase to 1254cc for 2019 and the new BMW ShiftCam Technology produces an increase in power across the entire engine RPM range along with reduced emissions and fuel consumption levels, optimised running smoothness and refinement.
2019 BMW R 1250 R
BMW ShiftCam Technology enables variation of both the camshaft duration and lift on the intake valves.
2019 BMW R 1250 R
There are two riding modes available as standard while Automatic Stability Control ASC is also a standard fitment and ensures a high level of riding safety due to the best possible traction. The set-off assistant Hill Start Control is likewise a standard feature in all three R 1250 R variant, enabling convenient set-off on slopes.
“Riding Modes Pro” is now available as an optional equipment item, featuring the additional riding mode “Dynamic” and “Dynamic Pro” (configurable), Dynamic Traction Control DTC, and in the R 1250 GS Adventurre also the riding modes “Enduro” and “Enduro Pro” (configurable). DTC enables even more efficient and safe acceleration, especially when banking. ABS Pro offers even greater safety when braking, even in banking position.
2019 BMW R 1250 R
The new Dynamic Brake Control DBC provides additional safety when braking, also in difficult situations, by avoiding unintentional accelerator activation. By means of intervention in the engine control, drive torque is reduced during braking so as to make full use of the braking power at the rear wheel. This keeps the motorcycle stable and shortens the braking distance.
With the optional equipment BMW Motorrad Dynamic ESA “Next Generation”, damping automatically adapts to the situation according to riding state and manoeuvres, and there is also automatic compensation in all load states. This allows finely tuned adaptation of the motorcycle to riding states, achieving optimum damping comfort and a very stable ride response.
The new boxer models now feature Bluetooth Connectivity as standard including a 6.5-inch full-colour TFT screen. In conjunction with the standard BMW Motorrad Multi-Controller this enables the rider to access vehicle and connectivity functions swiftly and conveniently even with a gloved hand.
2019 BMW R 1250 R
The new R 1250 R can also be equipped with the Option 719 Classic or Sport Wheels as well as exclusive paintwork and Option 719 seat. An HP sports silencer is likewise available ex works for all three new boxer models.
2019 BMW R 1250 R
BMW ShiftCam Technology – Variable valve timing and valve stroke on intake
Increased output and torque 136hp at 7750rpm and 143Nm at 6250 rpm
Capacity increased to 1254cc (previously 1170cc)
Asynchronous valve opening on the intake side
Camshaft drive now via toothed chain (previously roller chain)
Optimised oil supply and piston base cooling
Knock sensor system for optimised travel suitability
Latest generation BMS-O engine control
Twin-jet injection valves
New exhaust system for optimum performance characteristics
Two riding modes, ASC and Hill Start Control as standard
New optional Sports Handlebars for R 1250 R
Connectivity – Multifunctional 6.5 inch full-colour TFT display
BMW Motorrad Spezial – customisation features
R 1250 R – One basic colour, two style variants and Option 719 Spezial finishes
2019 BMW R 1250 R – Black Storm metallic
BMW R 1250 R $21,240 +ORC
The paint finish Black Storm metallic combines the standard cast wheels in Asphalt Grey metallic matt with black brake calipers, a main and rear frame in black and cylinder head covers in Agate Grey metallic.
2019 BMW R 1250 R
Upside-down fork slider tubes are anodised in silver (without Dynamic ESA) or gold (with Dynamic ESA), and a spring strut finished in black. The body finish is also found on the fuel tank side trim, the rear side trim sections, the front wheel cover and the front spoiler.
Contrasting elements here are the central fuel tank cover in Night Black matt and the black grain radiator trim elements on the left and right. New model inscriptions and a black seat with embossment on the passenger seat complete the styling package.
2019 BMW R 1250 R HP
BMW R 1250 R HP $27,040 +ORC
In the HP style variant the new R 1250 R emphasises its sporty roadster persona with a Lightwhite/Racing and Blue metallic/Racing Red combination. Lightwhite is found on the main frame in combination with graphics on the trim elements at the sides of the fuel tank and rear as well as on the front wheel cover.
2019 BMW R 1250 R
Contrast is provided by the main frame in black matt and the cast wheels coated in Night Black. The sporty aspirations of the new R 1250 R are underscored by silver or gold anodised fork tubes, gold brake calipers and an engine spoiler in stainless steel.
2019 BMW R 1250 R Exclusive
BMW R 1250 R Exclusive $26,065 +ORC
In the style variant Exclusive the paint finish is dubbed Pollux metallic matt while the powertrain is coated in black matt with cylinder head covers in Agate Grey metallic is set within a main frame that is likewise finished in Agate Grey metallic.
2019 BMW R 1250 R
Cast wheels in Asphalt Grey metallic matt and silver or gold anodised slider tubes on the upside-down fork provide a refined yet discreet contrast. The body finish Pollux metallic matt is also to be found on the left and right-hand side of the fuel tank side trim and rear trim, on the front wheel cover and on the front spoiler. Finally, gold brake calipers and stainless steel radiator trim elements complete the R 1250 R Exclusive.
2019 BMW R 1250 R
Engine
Capacity cc
1254
Bore/stroke mm
102.5 x 76
Output kW/hp
100/136
At engine speed rpm
7750
Torque Nm
143
At engine speed rpm
6250
Type
Air/liquid-cooled 2-cylinder 4-stroke boxer engine with two overhead, spur gear driven camshafts , a counterbalance shaft and variable intake camshaft control system BMW Shift Cam
Compression
12.5/1
Fuel
Premium unleaded95 RON (option:
Valves per cylinder Ø intake/outlet mm
4
Ø Throttle valves mm
52
Engine control
BMS-O
Emission control
Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter, exhaust standard EU-4
Electrical system
Generator W
508
Battery V/Ah
12/12
Headlamp
Halogen LED combination,(option: LED daytime riding light)
Rear light
LED brake light/rear light
Starter W
900
Power transmission
Clutch
Wet clutch with anti-hopping function, hydraulically activated
Transmission
Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox with helical gearing system
Primary ratio
1.650
I
2.438
II
1.714
III.
1.296
IV.
1.059
V
0.943
VI
0.848
Secondary drive
Shaft drive
Secondary ratio
2.818
Suspension
Frame construction type
Two-section frame concept consisting of main frame with bolt-on rear frame, load-bearing engine.
Front wheel control
Telescopic fork
Rear wheel control
Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, WAD spring strut, continuously adjustable spring preload by means of hand wheel, rebound-stage damping adjustable by hand wheel (Option: Dynamic ESA Next Generation)
Spring travel, front/rear mm
140/140
Castor(unladen weight according to DIN) mm
126.6
Wheelbase(unladen weight according to DIN) mm
1515
Steering head angle(unladen weight according to DIN) °
The first official tyre test and outing for the fledgling new ASB 1000 Superbike category came to a conclusion on Wednesday after a busy two-day test program at Chang International Circuit in Buriram.
Anupab Sarmoon
On day two 25-year-old Yamaha Thailand ace Anupab Sarmoon knocked Kawasaki’s Thitipong Warokorn out of top spot in the penultimate session on Wednesday afternoon with a 1m36.003.
Thitipong Warokorn
As a reference, Jonathan Rea’s WorldSBK Superpole lap in 2018 at the circuit was 1m32.814.
Anupab Sarmoon
Warokorn failed to improve on the 1m36.167 he set on day one, but went very close in the final session with a 1m36.184.
Thitipong Warokorn
Andi Farid Izdihar punted the Honda Asia Dream Racing Fireblade to third quickest ahead of Kawasaki’s Chaiwichit Nisakul, who like team-mate Warokorn, failed to improve on his day one marker.
Andi Farid Izdihar
Australian Glenn Allerton and his homegrown NextGen BMW squad were also present at Buriram to chance their arm ahead of a proposal to join the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship ASB1000 ranks for season 2019. Allerton ended the test fifth quickest on a best of 1m36.713.
Glenn Allerton
Dunlop technicians had been using the hot weather testing to refine their tyre options for the new series and had hoped to see riders break into the 1m35s.
Ratthapong Wilairot
Kentaro Kobayashi – Dunlop
“At this moment, the exact specs for 2019 is yet to be determined. What we can say is that this tyre is an all new development, with the compound construction built specifically for the ARRC. This is why this week’s tyre test is so very important for the success of the ASB1000 class. We have brought with us a large variety of compounds and construction to determine which will be better for the soft, medium and hard tyres. Unlike other Championships, the ARRC usually race in very high temperatures. With the possible exception of the rounds in Japan and Australia, the rest of the races run on searing hot asphalts. The tyres must be up to challenge of performing well under those circumstances without sacrificing grip and the stability of the tyre performance.”
FIM Asia Road Racing Championship
ASB 1000 Test Times
Anupad Sarmoon Yamaha Thailand 1:36.003
Thitipong Warokorn Kawasaki Thailand 1:36.167
Andi Farid Izdihar Honda Asia Dream Racing 1:36.329
Chaiwichit Nisakul Kawasaki Thailand 1:36.460
Glenn Allerton NextGen BMW S 1000RR 1:36.713
Ratthapong Wilairot Yamaha Thailand 1’36.774
Azlan Shah Kamaruzaman ONEXO X TKKR 1:37.060
TJ Alberto Access Plus Ducati Philippines 1’37.246
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