You wouldn't believe the extraordinary lengths that BMW Motorrad would go to in order to bring you these stunning images of the new S 1000 RR superbike, but we hope you'll agree that the results are well worth the effort.

With a brief to combine the outstanding high-tech design of the S 1000 RR carbon race bike with a cool looking fashion style, BMW Motorrad commissioned top photographer Markus Hofmann to capture the action. Markus specialises in Stills, People and Events but he knew he was facing a real challenge with this outdoor shoot on one of the coldest days of the year. The motorcycle arrived in Munich in the early hours of December 10th and was taken to a small airfield at Oberschleißheim, where the team was waiting. With bad weather conditions forecast and only a few hours of decent light available at this time of the year, Markus knew that every second would count. >> read more

Dakar Dream Continues
As the countdown continues to the 2009 Dakar Rally, which takes place for the first time in South America, a surprising number of BMW racers from all over the world will be joining Simon Pavey and his G 650 Xchallenge on the start line in Buenos Aires.

Off-Road legend Pierre Karsmakers will also ride a G 650 Xchallenge and is delighted to be among those who will be experiencing the first Dakar on South American soil. The 62-year-old former motocross and supercross champion, and veteran of several Paris-Dakar rallies will be using the same bike that he competed on in this year's Heroes Legend Rallye and can't wait to experience riding on a new continent. >> read more