We often discuss MotoGP within the context of BMW’s Security Vehicles, however not often about bikes. That’s as a result of the Motorrad aspect has by no means entered the racing collection with a factory-backed crew. The top of the two-wheeled division admitted in an interview with Australian Bike Information that it has been on the corporate’s thoughts “for a very long time.” Nonetheless, a closing choice on whether or not to hitch has but to be made.
CEO Markus Flasch advised AMCN that even when BMW Motorrad determined to decide to MotoGP, it might be too late to compete in 2027 when the brand new rules take impact: “We’ll make the strategic choice first, after which we’ll outline the technical path which we’ll comply with. 2027 is unquestionably not possible for us to hitch in then.”
The “strategic choice” comment suggests growth hasn’t even began, so the earliest potential entry can be 2028. Flasch hinted that BMW Motorrad will wrap up its analysis quickly: “Please give us some extra months and we’ll come out with a solution!”
Becoming a member of MotoGP would enhance Motorrad’s visibility way over its Safety Car involvement, ideally translating into increased gross sales. Talking of which, BMW’s two-wheeled division had a superb 2024, with shipments reaching report ranges of greater than 210,000 bikes and scooters. Nonetheless, 2025 isn’t wanting as robust, with demand down 6.3% within the first half of the 12 months.
The closest BMW has ever come to getting into MotoGP was within the mid-2000s when it teased the bike pictured above. The corporate claimed the 990-cc prototype benefited from System 1 know-how. The three-cylinder engine was truly derived from the naturally aspirated 2.4-liter V8 “P86” used through the BMW Sauber period.
Nonetheless, the challenge by no means materialized. Motorsport Journal quotes former MotoGP rider Jeremy McWilliams, who examined the bike, saying it was a nightmare to regulate: “The bike would simply gentle itself up and by no means maintain a steady exit and pump itself into oblivion. There was a lot rubber on the observe!”
BMW actually doesn’t need to repeat previous errors, so it’s taking a cautious method to a possible MotoGP entry. The identical hesitance applies to a potential Formula 1 return, with the corporate refusing to commit both manner.
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