- Unveiled at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este
- Uses BMW’s 999cc WSBK engine
- Features new RR design and features
BMW Motorrad has reaffirmed its commitment to the evolution of its iconic RR superbike line-up with the unveiling of the Concept RR. Unveiled at the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in Lake Como, Italy, the Concept RR hints at what’s to come from the German marque in the future.
While the concept may not precisely mirror a production model, it sends a clear message: BMW is doubling down on its pursuit of track-focused superbikes. At its heart lies the same 999cc inline-four engine that powered Toprak Razgatlıoğlu’s WorldSBK title-winning machine in 2024, churning out over 226.6bhp—free from the constraints of road-legal emissions standards.
The bike’s presence is unmistakably aggressive. It gets carbon fibre bodywork, a minimalistic tail section, and exposed Bonamici Racing subframe. It’s capped off by a single race-style seat perched atop an aluminium tail unit, and an underbraced swingarm partially wrapped in carbon fibre and paired with a Pirelli Diablo Superbike slick tyre.
Though built as a concept, the inclusion of headlights suggests a potential road-ready version could eventually follow—something especially significant as rivals like Suzuki’s GSX-R1000 and Yamaha’s R1 have disappeared from European showrooms due to tightening emissions regulations. The Concept RR is loaded with electronics derived straight from BMW’s World Superbike programme. These include advanced engine management, traction control, and adjustable engine braking—managed via race-spec switchgear and a compact, track-optimised dash that replaces the usual full-colour TFT display.
The BMW Concept RR comes with manually adjustable suspension is fitted front and rear, with new clip-on handlebars mounted to a stealthy black Bonamici Racing top yoke. Rider ergonomics are fully customisable too, with an adjustable swingarm pivot and repositionable foot pegs—set in their most aggressive layout for the concept’s reveal.
Aerodynamics have played a major role in the bike’s development. BMW claims the redesigned rear section and bodywork are optimised for both high top speeds and enhanced cornering stability. Notably, the aerodynamic winglets on the front are more compact than those on current M1000RR and S1000RR models. Subtle secondary fins flank the gold-accented headlights, improving high-speed stability—almost like racing eyelashes.
Braking duties are handled by top-shelf Brembo components. The rear features an underslung caliper ideal for swift wheel swaps, while the front boasts WorldSBK-grade T-Drive finned discs—likely measuring 338.5mm in diameter and available in thicknesses of 6.2mm, 6.8mm, or 7.4mm. These work in tandem with premium monobloc aluminium calipers, reinforcing the machine’s racing pedigree.
With the Concept RR, BMW isn’t just showcasing a prototype—it’s making a statement. We can expect the elements from the concept to become reality in the next couple of years.
