The 2010 BMW HP2 Sport Motorsport

Limited Edition Motorsports Fascination

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – December 2, 2009…When BMW Motorrad presented the BMW HP2 Sport in autumn 2007, a dream came true for many boxer fans. Not only is the BMW HP2 Sport still the sportiest and most powerful series production flat twin of all time tailored to meet the needs of ambitious two-cylinder sports riders, its numerous exclusive details (until now only available when the HP2 Sport entered series production) are truly fascinating. Now BMW Motorrad is following up with the road-licensed “HP2 Sport Motorsport” special model.

The HP2 Sport achieved numerous successes in scores of races all over the world in the past three years, among other things with the BMW Motorrad Works Team in selected Endurance World Cup races. The racing boxer took part in renowned 24-hour classics such as Le Mans and Bol d'Or.

Like its factory prototype, the HP2 Sport Motorsport’s fairing, fuel tank, seat bench, front mudguard and engine spoiler are painted in the BMW Motorsport colors Alpine White, Lupine Blue metallic and Magma Red.  The forged aluminium wheels are in Lupine Blue metallic at the front and Alpine White at the rear.  In addition, this exclusive special edition with the green and black start number areas on the seat body, as well as the factory sticker set, is visually very close to the successful BMW Motorrad Motorsport works motorcycle. 

The HP2 Sport Motorsport has the same technical basis as the HP2 Sport launched in 2007. The flat twin engine equipped with double overhead camshafts and high-engine-speed capable cam followers used for valve operation delivers 98 kW (133 hp) at 8750 rpm. Maximum torque is 115 Nm at 6000 rpm, maximum engine speed being 9500 rpm.

The stainless steel exhaust system runs underneath the engine and generates the inimitable throaty boxer sound from a silencer that is aerodynamically well placed under the seat bench.

A further exclusive racing feature is the shift assistant in conjunction with the closely synchronized gearbox, which permits fast upshifting without having to operate the clutch or stop accelerating. In order to reverse the shift pattern for racing, a respective substitution pressure sensor is available as an option.

The equipment and suspension of the BMW HP2 Sport Motorsport also features motorracing technology. The spring elements of the Öhlins sports suspension are fully adjustable and a Brembo braking system with radially bolted monoblock four-piston fixed callipers ensures optimum deceleration even in tough racing conditions.

Optimum ergonomics are ensured by the adjustable foot rest system, the cast aluminum adjustable handlebar ends as well as the radial-hand Magura instruments. The standard 2D dashboard, which stems directly from MotoGP racing, provides the rider with conventional information as well as with lap times and further motorsports relevant data.
 
Lightweight construction was a major factor in designing all components. This not only includes the self-supporting front fairing and the self-supporting rear made of carbon or the weight-optimized forged wheels, but also hidden details such as the lightweight generator used in motorsports.

With a dry weight of only 392 lbs. (438 lbs. fully fueled according to the DIN norm), the BMW HP2 Sport Motorsport provides playful handling and great motorsports potential, be it on country roads or on the racetrack.

As an option, BMW Motorrad offers ABS especially adapted for sports use. An additional pressure sensor in the front brake circuit permits more sensitive brake regulation and prevents the control unit from releasing the front brake too early when weight is taken off the rear wheel suddenly. The ABS can also be deactivated for racetrack use.

The HP2 Sport Motorsport is now available for order and limited to 400 units.