BMW Motorrad has unveiled the impressive R 1300 R “TITAN”, an exclusive, one-off custom sprint racer developed entirely in-house by a dedicated skunkworks team—no commercial production planned.
Led by project manager Philipp Ludwig, alongside designer Andreas Martin, graphic artist Theresa Stukenbrock, and prototype builders Paul Summerer & Thomas Becker, this tight-knit team brought their passion for sprint-style racing to life.
1300 cc Boxer Heart: Built around the standard liquid-cooled 1300 cc twin-cylinder boxer motor (stock 145 hp/149 Nm), the bike retains that raw torque-focused character.
Race-Bred Chassis & Stance: Custom Wilbers long-swingarm chassis keeps the bike planted during hard launches.
- Footpegs and bars are set aggressively for a proper sprint-rider crouch.
- Weight is pushed forward to avoid wheelies at the start.
Forged Carbon & Monocoque Bodywork: Encased in a forged-carbon monocoque shell with exaggerated air-duct styling, the bike’s silhouette emphasizes both aerodynamics and the machine’s “predatory” posture.
Akrapovič Titanium Exhaust: A bespoke system by BMW’s long-time partner—dual outlets under the tail—gives both visual flair and a fierce, race-tuned exhaust note.
Nitrous-Oxide Boost: For serious sprinting power, the TITAN includes a nitrous oxide system mounted between the twin rear silencers, activated via a switch on the bars—a true drag-race tool.
Top-Brass Braking & Controls: Features Magura HC3 levers and upgraded stop hardware for precision under high-stress conditions.
Factory Creativity Unleashed: The TITAN shows that BMW Motorrad can function like an independent tuner, channeling pure enthusiasm and craftsmanship.
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Tech & Design Showcase: From carbon construction to NOS, composites and chassis tech from sprint racing trickle down ideas for future performance models.
No Production, But Big Influence: While it’s not headed to dealerships, expect elements—like the styling, exhaust tech, or even a subtle nitrous nod—to inspire upcoming BMW production motorcycles.
The R 1300 R “TITAN” is BMW Motorrad’s boldest statement yet—an artful fusion of engineering rigor, motorsport emotion, and pure sprint-racing intent. It’s a captivating proof-of-concept and a tantalizing glimpse at what BMW’s engineers can dream up when given free reign.
