In September 2023, BMW unveiled what many considered to be a long-awaited update of its GS model. Designed practically from scratch, the new BMW R 1300 GS is set to conquer the ADV world. That said, aftermarket specialists have wasted no time in developing new products for the new GS model.

In the ADV world, few brands have as much recognition as Touratech. It’s all in the name; the German brand specializes in accessories and upgrades aimed at making touring and adventure bikes perform better. In the case of the new BMW R 1300 GS, Touratech has covered all the bases, launching accessories designed for both touring and off-road riding.

To begin with, the Sport engine protection bar is designed to protect the new Boxer 1300 engine in the event of a rollover or skid. It absorbs impact and sliding forces, while ensuring that the bike has enough lean capacity to tackle corners with vigor. Meanwhile, the Classic engine guard protects not only the engine, but also the fairings, frame and radiator, with the option of a reinforcement bracket for even greater protection.

Next, the Expedition is designed specifically for riders who want to maximize their bike’s off-road performance. According to Touratech, the Expedition has been proven over millions of kilometers on previous models and is now optimized specifically for the R 1300 GS. It’s made from four-millimetre-thick aluminum plate, ensuring that even the roughest terrain won’t cause any damage to the vulnerable underside of the engine.

With the protective accessories completed, let’s take a look at the luggage options Touratech has to offer for the BMW R 1300 GS. To begin with, the brand offers a stainless steel luggage rack and points out that BMW doesn’t offer one as standard. The design features Touratech’s patented connecting elements, as well as 3D fittings for greater durability and reduced weight. It maintains the bike’s elegant profile and is fully compatible with a selection of panniers. Speaking of panniers, Touratech offers aluminum panniers in various sizes and capacities, as well as the Zega top case and luggage rack.

As far as availability is concerned, all Touratech accessories for the new BMW R 1300 GS are now available via the brand’s official website. Touratech claims that the product catalog for the new GS will only grow, as it develops more solutions for the ever-changing needs of ADV enthusiasts. That said, for exact pricing information, visit the official Touratech website.

O conteúdo Decorate your new BMW R 1300 GS with Touratech upgrades aparece primeiro em Motorcycle Sports.

There has been a change of personnel at the highest level in Germany. Markus Flasch will be the new Head of BMW Motorrad and will succeed Markus Schramm in the German brand’s motorcycle department. 

The announcement was made official on October 5, 2023, via a BMW press release. Schramm finishes his term as head of Motorrad shortly after the brand celebrated its 100th anniversary. 

It was also under Schramm’s leadership that Motorrad experienced the most successful years in its history. Schramm has been at the helm of Motorrad since 1991 and, in that time with the brand, has accumulated a large number of distinctions. The BMW brand has become even more of a household name for motorcyclists, with various models in the sports, naked sports, sport-touring, classic and, especially, adventure-touring categories (definitely adventure, since BMW was one of the pioneers of the concept a long time ago).

The brand even branched out into the cruiser segment with the R 18, brought the M brand into the Motorrad family with the M 1000 RR, M 1000 R, and M 1000 XR, and ventured into the realm of electric two-wheelers with the CE model series. 

Markus Flasch is currently BMW’s Product Line Director and is responsible for the development and design of all BMW vehicles in the middle and luxury classes, as well as the Rolls-Royce brand. Even though his work revolves around four-wheeled vehicles, Flasch is a passionate motorcyclist, as well as working with the BMW Group since 2015. Previously, he was the director of BMW M GmbH and it was under his direction that the M brand became one of the leading suppliers of performance and high-performance cars. 

Now, however, Flasch is ready to take on the monumental role as head of BMW Motorrad. He will officially take over on November 1, 2023.

O conteúdo MarKus Flasch will be the new head of BMW Motorrad aparece primeiro em Motorcycle Sports.