The HP2 Sport was a fantastic vehicle when it was made for the street. With extremely complex, important parts, and bodywork made entirely of carbon fiber. There were 2,260 manufactured in total.
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I believe that a high estimate is over a thousand. More than 500, less than 1000, in my estimation. But perhaps someone has more accurate information. /j
They sent 150 to the UK, 350–500 to the US, and 120 to Australia, according to my memory, which may be flawed because I had kids.
Looking at the quantity of vin numbers assigned to the HP2S is an intriguing idea.
I’m confident you’re right, Jeff! My lower estimate is due to the fact that they didn’t produce as many as promised in 2008 and 2009! I remember that Korea received none, and Sweden only received half as many as was promised.
Although things may have altered, I am confident that we will eventually learn the true numbers.
I’ll be riding an S1000 till then; hopefully, I’ll get it this week. Good luck, buddies!
Jeff, I believe there should be a separate forum for the S1000RR posts. I’d be glad to relocate the S1000RR material to a thread that you or Jonas initiate. What you two are talking about, in my opinion, matters to other S1000RR owners who might overlook it if it were buried in an HP2S thread.
There are only 20 HP2 Sport models left for sale in the UK when BMW Motorrad ends production.
The world seems to have forgotten about the HP2 Sport, the high-performance boxer-twin sport bike in BMW’s stables, as the S 1000 RR has been getting all the limelight lately. In reality, according to MCN, BMW Motorrad’s British branch has just announced that it has chosen to stop producing this model.
The successful World Endurance bike with a boxer engine from 2007 served as the test bed for the DOHC system, and the 2008 release of the limited-edition HP2 was the first boxer-powered BMW production bike with the now-usual double overhead cam operation.
The engine has a 1,170 cc size and produces 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm and 130 horsepower at 8,750 rpm. With the help of a shaft and a six-speed transmission, the engine drives the rear wheels. With this combination, the bike can reach a high speed of 248.7 km/h and cover a quarter mile in 11.4 seconds (154.5 mph).
Steel tubes are used to construct both the front and main frames. The rear suspension has a BMW Paralever configuration, allowing the wheel to travel 120 mm, while the front suspension employs a BMW Telelever, with a wheel travel of 105 mm.
The bike is equipped with a powerful braking system that uses two 320 mm front discs and one 265 mm rear disc.
With a front tire size of 120/70 ZR17 and a rear tire size of 190/55 ZR17, the HP2 Sport weighs 178 kg (392 lbs) when wet.
After reacquainting you with the HP2 and warning you that production will soon come to an end, allow us to let you know that British consumers may still be able to obtain the final 20 units (priced at PS15,250 OTR).
Review of the BMW HP2 Sport (2008–2012) and a buying guide
The BMW HP2 Sport is a motorcycle that makes admirers of BMW boxers, as well as gorgeous motorcycles in general, weak in the knees. The HP2 Sport, which was introduced in 2008 after the company entered a “special” R1200S in the 2007 World Endurance Series, is the third motorcycle in the HP2 (High Performance two-cylinder) family, after the Megamoto and Enduro. Furthermore, BMW saved the finest for last, you have to admit. The HP2 Sport was the first boxer model to ever run double overhead cams and for a considerable amount of time was also the most potent iteration of the motor BMW produced. It is a truly magnificent bike with an attention to detail that allows you to spend hours just taking it all in. Although not technically limited in terms of production, the HP2 Sports were scarce due to their high price and have recently seen a sharp increase in value as a result. The HP2 Sport is a superb motorcycle in so many respects, and if you enjoy air-cooled boxer engines and want to draw attention, it is a must-have.
Munich. For many boxing enthusiasts, the introduction of the BMW HP2 Sport by BMW Motorrad in the fall of 2007 was a dream come true. Not only is the BMW HP2 Sport still the sportiest and most powerful flat twin in series production history, but it is also filled with various innovative features that were previously only seen in racing and have now made their debut in series production on the HP2 Sport.
The “HP2 Sport Motorsport” special model with a road license is now being released by BMW Motorrad.
What number of BMW HP2 Enduro were produced?
Next, my favorite since I just enjoy admiring sportbikes in general, especially those with interesting engines like boxer twins.
The BMW R 1200 S, another boxer-powered sportbike with many similarities to the HP2 Sport, was already available before BMW revealed the HP2 Sport.
I once owned a BMW R 1200 S, and I cherish those memories. It handled incredibly well, had an engine that made a quiet cracking noise, and had a paint job that exuded class.
Based on the newest dual-cam “Camhead” 1170 air/oil-cooled boxer twin, the BMW HP2 Sport is a sportbike that has been tweaked for more power (around 120 PS). The HP2 Sport differs significantly from the R 1200 S, which has an older Hexhead engine generation, thanks to its more modern engine.
The HP2 Sport is physically quite different from other sportbikes in that it has an aggressive yet comfortable riding position, Telelever front suspension, a stunning rear wheel revealed by a single-sided swingarm, a shaft final drive, under-seat exhausts, and many other features. These features set it apart from the R 1200 S.
- The higher rev limit of 9500 rpm (very high for a huge air/oil cooled twin!) helped an even higher-power tune achieve its peak output of 96 kW / 128 bhp at 8750 rpm.
- common quickshifter (gearshift assistant)
- fully scalable Ohlins bravado
- an altered riding position that permits more swaying and hanging off the seat
- Front Brembo monoblock fixed calipers
- An LCD racing dash produced by “2D Systems”
- all-carbon components, including a full-carbon fairing
- Handlebar, controls, and footrests that are adjustable
- alloy wheels (lighter weight)
- a closer-ratio transmission (first and second gears have higher ratios than the R 1200 S)
Because the engine in the BMW HP2 Sport differs from the engines in other BMW HP2 models, it deserves specific attention (and also different from all other BMW engines of the time).
The “dual cam” or “Camhead” motorcycle engine was initially installed on the HP2 Sport. The BMW R nineT line continues to use the Camhead design, which was made standard starting with the 2010 model range (for example, on the BMW R 1200 GS).
- a minimal valve lever throw and little drag to aid in adjusting top revs to 9500 rpm
- 12.5:1 is a significant compression ratio (the R nineT has a compression ratio of 12.0:1)
- larger valves with an increase in input diameter from 36 to 39 mm to 31 to 33 mm (the previous engine was also 4 valve per cylinder)
- compact forged pistons
- Oil coolers two
For the 2010 model year, BMW also launched a limited-edition “Motorsport” variant with unique livery (pictured above). There were just 400 produced.
Whether you can find a Motorsport model or not, the BMW HP2 Sport is extremely uncommon and not frequently sold. A BMW R 1200 S with an optional Ohlins suspension installed and possibly light wheels is far more likely to be found. I just did, so here it is (it has sold already). Man, that was one stylish bike!
What does HP in BMW mean?
higher, quicker, and further Sport is renowned for being the world of superlatives. HP is also no different. However, High Performance demands more than just going higher, faster, and further. We are after all looking for the unattainable. And the starting point is not the finish line.
It’s all about sportiness, performance, and high-quality materials with HP. Setting new benchmarks and pushing boundaries are key. Long before the HP brand was created, the R 32, the first BMW motorbike, already reflected this attitude. Ernst Henne achieved record after record with the machine from 1923, earning her the nickname “the sporting jock.” Schorsch Meier made history in 1939 when he won the senior TT on the BMW Kompressor RS 500 TYP 255.
With the victory of the R 90 S in Daytona in the 1970s, Steve McLaughlin, Reg Pridmore, and Helmut Dahne made sure that there was a lot of controversy in the Superbike race. The success story was then continued by Hubert Auriol and Gaston Rahier riding the R 80 G/S over the desert and the impassable Paris-Dakar rally route. Following this, everything around BMW Motorrad Motorsport became quiet. The workers thought it was too quiet. Out of a passion for riding and motorsport, they therefore started things on their own. This marks HP’s beginning.
How can I tell whether my BMW is a M sport model?
The VIN number is arguably the simplest way to recognize a BMW M Series. Given that all you have to do is look at the first three letters, this method is the quickest and most effective. The WBS prefix is used in the VIN numbers of all BMW M vehicles. The VIN numbers of all other BMW automobiles start with WBA.
Which BMW motorcycle sells the most?
- G 310 GS from 2023 ($5,695 MSRP)
- F 750 GS in 2023 ($9,995 MSRP)
- F 850 GS in 2023 ($12,595 MSRP)
- The 2023 F 850 GS Adventure has an MSRP of $13,595
- F 900 XR 2023 ($11,695 MSRP)
- S 1000 XR in 2023 ($16,945 MSRP)
- R 1250 GS from 2023 ($17,995 MSRP)
- (20,345 MSRP) 2023 R 1250 GS Adventure
The first adventure motorcycle was the 1980 BMW R80 GS, and BMW Motorrad is still renowned for its top-notch off-road vehicles. The bike to beat is still the BMW GS range of adventure bikes.
You can pick from a variety of adventure bikes. Due to its low price and enjoyable single-cylinder design, the G 310 GS is a perfect BMW motorbike for new riders. The F 850 GS Adventure boasts a smoother clutch and a 90-hp parallel twin cylinder engine that makes challenging rides more pleasant. The F 750 GS offers ABS and stability control for a smooth ride. The S 1000 XR has the sport bike dynamics you demand along with a 165-hp inline four-cylinder engine. In comparison to the BMW GS 1250, which is designed for off-road riding, it offers a more road-based approach to touring.
As the company that invented adventure bikes, BMW makes top-notch, competitive enduro motorbikes. The R 1250 GS Adventure is a renowned BMW adventure bike with a 4 stroke, air cooled, 1254cc flat twin engine that can handle challenging off-road terrain. Apart from the dealer extras, BMW changes very little about the enormously popular BMW R 1250 GS Adventure.
The reason the regular GS 1250 is so well-liked is that it has everything an enduro or touring bike should have: excellent handling, easy riding, lots of technology, moderate power, and the opportunity to customize it.
You get additional gasoline capacity, more suspension travel, and factory crash safety for the BMW GS 1250 price difference between the normal GS and the Adventure. The most well-known BMW off-road motorbike, the 1250 GS Adventure, is equipped to handle even the most challenging off-road journeys.
Unsurprisingly, an adventure bike is the most popular BMW motorbike. With 60,000 units sold globally in 2021, the R 1250 GS and the 1250 GS Adventure are the two BMW motorcycles with the highest sales. That represents a sizable portion of BMW’s 194,000 annual unit sales.