Motorsport Tribute: FCR Unique’s Traditional Heritage NineT…
Produced from 1955 to 1969, the BMW R50/2 was the 500cc workhorse of the /2 (“Slash-2”) sequence — basically a pre-war design with a strengthened model of engineer Max Friz’s unique boxer twin, Earles leading-link fork, and twin-shock swingarm rear suspension that encased the driveshaft in the correct leg — improvements track-tested on BMW’s manufacturing facility racers.
These post-war Slash-2 machines weren’t low cost, however the power of the design continued to attract patrons:
“Luxurious tourers, the R50 and R69 offered to discerning lovers to whom expense mattered little when set towards the excellence of BMW engineering.”
Quick ahead to the 2020s, and BMW Motorrad’s hottest fashions proceed to be flat-twin shaft-drives:
“For almost 85 years, BMW has featured this very primary configuration in its bikes. BMW’s newest twin-cylinder motorbike…can hint its DNA immediately again to this turn-of-the-century design. Not many merchandise on the earth can boast that type of lineage.” –Hemmings
On the forefront is the BMW R nineT, that includes a 1170cc / 110-hp air/oil-cooled boxer engine together with considerate particulars to help in customization, reminiscent of separate engine and chassis wiring harnesses, a removable subframe, simply detachable lighting, and room for six-inch rear wheels.
One of many foremost R nineT customizers is France’s FCR Unique, who took inspiration from the R50/2 with their blacked-out “Traditional Heritage” nineT we featured final yr — a contemporary tribute to the Slash-2 sequence. Now they’re again with one other Heritage version — one that appears to the 70s tricolor glory of BMW’s Motorsport division. Do you know the unique tricolor of BMW M(otorsport) had a symbolic that means?
“In keeping with BMW M itself: “Blue stands for BMW, purple for motorsport and violet for the distinctive mixture of the 2.” –BMW.com
Different highlights on this NineT embody a customized subframe and saddle, modified fenders, blacked-out forks, FCR Unique exhaust / pegs / battery holder, customized lighting, TKC80 tires 40/60 on/off street journey tires, and extra. Beneath, the group at FCR Unique offers us their story of the construct.
NineT Traditional Heritage: Motorsport Version
The bestseller from the FCR Unique workshop returns in a brand new version combining classic with the unique and sporty aesthetic attraction of BMW Motorsport.
With a totally redesigned physique impressed by the legendary R50/2, this new Traditional Heritage is greater than ever within the neo-retro pattern of the second.
Created on the identical base as its predecessor, a 9 T Pure, this 100% creation from our design workplace is extra modern. The matte white tank pays tribute to the sporty department of the Bavarian agency by displaying the well-known tricolor emblem of the 70s.
Along with the paintwork, the 9 T Traditional Heritage M additionally incorporates a number of particular design parts: redesigned air intakes, full black matte elements harking back to the tank, and new upholstery.
As for the driving expertise, the well-known BMW flat-twin engine affords a driving emotion of nice depth. An engine of character that our workshop has chosen to marry with Continental TKC80 tires.
An genuine realization, which pays homage to motor sport and is in keeping with probably the most lovely BMW Motorrad creations.
Construct Sheet
Cycle half:
» Customized rear buckle
» FCR Unique rear footrest
» Heritage tank
Entrance axle:
» Black DLC therapy on fork tubes
» Modified entrance fender
» Continental TKC 80 tire
Rear axle:
» Continental TKC 80 Tire
» Painted shock absorber spring
Engine:
» FCR Unique Exhaust Line
» Okay&N air filters
» Rocker covers V2 textured paint
» FCR Unique battery holder
Electrical energy:
» Motogadget M.Blaze entrance flip indicators
» Mini Bates rear mild / cease / flip indicators
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