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History of BMW motorcycles
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Top speed run footage documents humanity's obsession with going as fast as possible — from Autobahn blasts in modified sedans to record attempts on dried lake beds and closed runways. These clips combine engineering achievement with genuine danger, capturing the moment when aerodynamic forces become the dominant factor and the car transforms into something between an automobile and an aircraft. Whether it's a Bugatti Chiron chasing 300 mph or a tuned Supra hitting its top speed on a German highway, these videos are among the most exhilarating content in the archive.
BMW's motorcycle history began in 1921 when the company commenced manufacturing engines for other companies. BMW's own motorcycles—sold under the BMW Motorrad brand—began in 1923 with the BMW R 32, which was powered by a flat-twin engine (also called a "boxer-twin" engine). Production of motorcycles with flat-twin engines continues to this day, however BMW has also produced many models with other ...
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