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BMW introduces a new course towards the proposed guidance for its customers. If the first BMW Motorrad Riding Academy was an experience reserved for true fans, now the offer will change the taste! BMW Financial Services with the academy of driving a new BMW offers important.

The course guide will be fully reimbursed for those who, at the end of teaching, they decide to buy a jewel of the house. The offer is valid until 31/12/2009; more information is available at BMW Motorrad.

On 19 September 1983 at La Napoule in the south of France, took place on the international press launch of the first BMW motorcycle to four cylinders: the K 100 the new line of motorcycles four-cylinder water-cooled called simply "K". The K series bikes soon became a symbol of technological revolution of BMW Motorrad. The Antilock Braking System (ABS) BMW was for the first time introduced on a K 100 RS in 1988. Also be added to this list of innovations, is the first cruise control for motorcycles, appeared on the K 1200 LT, along with the saddle of heated. In 2005, was introduced the Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) on the K 1200 S.

The "K Series" was launched on the market in 1983 with a single model, the Naked K 100. The BMW seemed radically new ultra modern for that time and was made only by a new concept of engine - a 987cc, flat-4 longitudinal, visible on her left side with the cylinder heads on the left the crankshaft on the right. It was nicknamed "The 4-cylinder sole" because of the appearance of the engine.

Over the years there have been many types of motorcycles K, each with a particular vehicle. The K 100 launched the eight valve four-cylinder with telescopic front forks. Soon after, there was the K 100 RS. Continuing with the expansion of the range, were also offered Touring models, the K 100 and K 100 RT LT.

BMW introduced in 1993 the front suspension Telelever Boxer engine, but to see it applied on K series must wait until 1997. The first K which mounted the Telelever was the K 1200 RS.

The year 2004 was historically important for BMW. This was the year when BMW Motorrad has introduced a new philosophy of product. The vision of BMW engineering is to produce motorcycles that not only remain faithful to guidelines that go to quality, reliability, engineering and advanced security, but also they become highly competitive in the areas of performance and design. With this new goal, combining weight - power became the new guideline of BMW Motorrad.

The BMW motorcycle, which usually were the heaviest in their respective categories are now the most read. For example, the new K 1200 S is the lightest in class "Hypersport" as the K 1200 GT is in motion tour. This new production of "Series K" has also launched a new front suspension, other than the trusted Telelever. BMW called this new system, BMW Motorrad "Duolever."

The K 1200 S was followed by the futuristic K 1200 R and K 1200 GT - un'agile and comfortable Gran Turismo. The K 1200 R Sport was introduced in 2007.

After 25 years the four-cylinder is no longer determined by single letter "K", but in April 2008 BMW Motorrad has launched another acronym for a motion performante represent "S" Series. BMW Motorrad it is next to enter the world of Superbike racing with its new series "S".

Finally, we got the new BMW G 450x.

Revolutionary engine that sees the end of the transmission pinion focused on enabling swingarm pivot to keep the chain always in tension and have a longer swingarm despite the wheelbase remains the standard for motion.

Other solutions such as the cylinder heavily tilted forward or the fuel tank located under the seat, helping to lower the center of gravity incredibly giving a sensation of lightness of the medium that goes beyond.

Excellent level of finish that allows immediately achieve a fair feeling in the guide.

BMW 320d Convertible BMW has announced additions to the 3 Series
convertible and 1 Series coupe ranges soon to be available in the UK.

Both the new BMW 320d Convertible and 125i Coupe will receive their
world debuts at the Geneva Motor Show in March - alongside an
EfficientDynamics concept car and a raft of other new models.

The German marquee recently unveiled the BMW M3 Convertible at the
high-performance end of the convertible market, and is following the
move with the 320d at the more frugal end.

Available in both SE and M Sport guises, the new 320d uses the same
1,995 cc engine from other 320d models in the 3 Series range to offer
177hp and 350Nm of torque.

It has a single-turbocharged two-litre diesel engine propels, which is
capable of zero to 62mph in 8.6 seconds and on to a top speed of
139mph.

The car is also the most efficient of the BMW open-topped 3 Series,
delivering 53.3mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions of just
140g/km.

The 320d is priced at $76,000 on the road with the M Sport model
priced at $70,000 with both going on sale in March.

Furthermore, the BMW 1 Series Coupe range has been strengthened with
the addition of a fourth derivative.

The six-cylinder 125i joins the twin-turbo 135i M Sport, the
four-cylinder 120d, and the 123d that features the world's most
powerful four-cylinder diesel engine in a production car.

Generating 218hp from its 2,996 cc engine, the new 125i Coupe
accelerates from zero to 62mph in 6.4 seconds and achieves a top speed
of 152mph.

The new 125i Coupe SE costs $47,000 on the road while the M Sport
derivative, with its 18-inch alloy wheels, sport seats and body
styling, costs $51,000

The Geneva Motor Show takes place in the Swiss city from March 6th.
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New BMW CS grand tourer nears reality

• Set for launch in 2010
• Based on 7 Series
• Closely resembles Concept CS

This striking computer-generated image shows how BMW's new Gran
Turismo might look.

Based on the luxurious 7 Series, it should go on sale in 2010 and
closely resembles the Concept CS shown at Shanghai last year.

Dubbed the Gran Turismo (the final name has yet to be decided), the
car should boast many of the 7 Series' features and engines, and will
challenge the forthcoming Porsche Panamera and Aston Martin Rapide.

The Gran Turismo is likely to be even longer than the 7 Series, and
will also lose a seat, giving occupants even more room.

BMW is hoping to attract buyers of both luxury saloons and sports
cars, thanks to the car's four-door design and coupe styling.