The BMW group is developing a series of Vision Vehicles they expect to hit production within three decades. Their latest effort in this project is the BMW Motorrad Vision Next 100 ($TBD). The Vision Next 100 removes the requirement for any protective clothing including helmets. The rider is able to enjoy the elements and the acceleration of the motorcycle unhindered.
The bike is made of a Flexframe that allows the bike to be steered without various joints needed in current bikes.
The safety systems automatically balance the motorcycle even when stationary and corrects driver errors to avoid collisions. While Intelligent systems provide feedback that provides ideal lines and banking angles
Although this bike is only a concept BMW has every intention of releasing a version of it within 30 years.
The German custom bike shop, Kingston Customs has done it again with their redo of a classic Honda CX500 ($TBA). They started off by keeping the V-twin engine and getting rid of all the plastic. The engine was then treated with a thermo-sensitive coating and the exhaust wrapped with thermal tape. Custom made pieces include […]