The new BMW HP4 RACE.

The new BMW HP4 RACE: individually crafted high-tech and
innovation for top performance on the race track.

Fascinating technical solutions for maximum performance on the
race track have always been the hallmark of hand-picked factory
racing motorcycles modified to perfection down to the last detail.
With the new HP4 RACE, BMW Motorrad presents a purebred racing bike
in a production run of 750. It is individually crafted by a small,
highly specialised team, ensuring the very highest level of quality.

In terms of engine, electronics and spring elements, the new HP4
RACE is in the same category as current superbike factory racing
machines, even surpassing this level in the area of suspension with
its carbon fibre frame. Weighing 171 kilograms when fully fuelled
and road ready, the new HP4 RACE is even lighter than the factory
racing bikes currently used in the Superbike World Championship and
is only slightly above the MotoGP factory racers in terms of weight.

Industrially manufactured carbon fibre main frame in monocoque
construction, self-supporting rear frame and wheels made of carbon fibre.

With the HP4 RACE, BMW Motorrad is the first motorcycle
manufacturer in the world to present a main frame made entirely of
carbon fibre and weighing just 7.8 kilograms that is produced
industrially in small series, thereby making this future-oriented
technology available for anyone to purchase. The front and rear
wheel are also made of this high-tech material, enabling a weight
reduction of approximately 30 per cent as compared to light alloy
forged wheels while retaining a deliberately rigid design.

Öhlins spring elements, light alloy underslung swingarm and
Brembo monoblock brake calipers from the Superbike World Championship.

The new HP4 RACE likewise meets the highest demands of racing
technology in the area of spring elements and brakes. Both the FGR
300 upside-down fork and the TTX 36 GP spring strut are supplied by
the Swedish manufacturer Öhlins, with identical parts being used
both in the Superbike World Championship and in MotoGP. The light
alloy underslung swingarm made of milled and sheet metal parts is
also a component used in the Superbike World Cup.

Featuring two Brembo GP4 PR monoblock brake calipers, the brake
system of new HP4 RACE also has parts otherwise only to be found in
World Cup machines. Coated titanium pistons and single-piece
aluminium calipers with chemically nickel-plated surface make for
what is currently the very best combination of materials available.
In conjunction with 6.75 mm thick 320 millimetre T-type racing steel
brakes, the system ensures stunning brake performance.

Purebred racing engine and close-ratio racing gearbox with
adapted transmission ratios according to World Cup specifications.

The new HP4 RACE has a purebred racing engine similar to
specifications 6.2 and 7.2 as in the Endurance and Superbike World
Championships. The peak output is 158 kW (215 hp) at 13 900 rpm. The
maximum torque of 120 Nm is reached at 10000 rpm. The maximum engine
speed has been increased as compared to the engine of the S 1000 RR
from 14 200 rpm to 14 500 rpm. With the aim of achieving the best
possible performance, a 6‑speed close-ratio racing gearbox is used
with optimised transmission ratios and various secondary ratios
(diverse pinions and chain sprockets included).

Weight-optimised electrical system, 2D dashboard along with
Dynamic Traction Control DTC, Engine Brake EBR, Wheelie Control and
other electronic features.

The new BMW HP4 RACE comes with an extensive package of
electronic control and assistance systems as well as a
weight-optimised on-board electrical system which has been optimised
to meet racing needs. A wealth of information is available on the
2D dashboard with transferable data memory (2D logger).

Wide-ranging set-up options for different track layouts and road
surface conditions are provided by the audibly perceptible Dynamic
Traction Control controlled by ignition cut, Engine Brake EBR and
Wheelie Control. These can be programmed selectively for each gear
according to rider preference, allowing optimum use of the enormous
riding dynamics potential offered by the new HP4 RACE. Other
electronic features are the Pit Lane Limiter for observing speed
limits in the pit lane and Launch Control for perfect race starts.

Light trim carbon fibre trim parts and hand-brushed aluminium
fuel tank.

The carbon fibre trim, the intake silencer cover and the seat
hump in the new HP4 RACE feature the BMW HP Motorsport colours. A
hand-brushed aluminium fuel tank sealed with a clear finish
underscores the bike
s high-quality racing look.

An overview of the highlights of the new BMW HP4 RACE:

  • Carbon fibre main frame in monocoque construction weighing
    just 7.8 kilograms.
  • Self-supporting carbon fibre rear frame with three-stage
    height adjustment function.
  • Carbon fibre wheels offering a weight reduction of some 30 per
    cent as compared to light alloy forged wheels.
  • Öhlins FGR 300 upside-down fork.
  • Öhlins TTX 36 GP spring strut.
  • Brembo GP4 PR monoblock brake calipers with 320 T-type racing
    steel brake disks (thickness: 6.75 mm) at the front.
  • Racing engine at World Cup level with an output of 158 kW (215
    hp) at 13 900 rpm and a maximum torque of 120 Nm at 10 000 rpm.
  • Close-ratio racing gearbox with adapted transmission ratios.
  • Weight-optimised electrical system featuring light lithium-ion
    battery with 5 Ah.
  • 2D dashboard and 2D data recording including logger.
  • Dynamic Traction Control DTC (programmable for selected gears
    at 15 levels).
  • Engine Brake EBR (programmable for selected gears at 15 levels).
  • Wheelie Control (programmable for selected gears).
  • Launch Control.
  • Pit Lane Limiter.
  • Light trim parts made of carbon fibre with snap fasteners.
  • Paint finish in BMW HP Motorsport colours.
  • Production run of 750 units, each individually crafted.