The dreams of many Boxer fans have become reality.

The launch of the new BMW HP2 Sport sees the sportiest, most powerful and lightest Boxer of all time hit the roads.

Based on the R 1200 S Sports Boxer, that competed successfully in Endurance race events this season, the new HP2 Sport bristles with high-end, top-quality racing parts. The HP2 Sport is the third model in the BMW HP ‘High Performance’ range. The HP series has been designed by engineers at the BMW factory to produce bikes that represent the ultimate in riding performance; with the skilful harmony of exceptionally high quality components resulting in a high-end range of motorcycles.

For the new model, BMW Motorrad has developed the most powerful Boxer engine ever. This has been achieved through the complete redesign of the cylinder heads to create the first Boxer engine with double overhead camshaft. This allows the engine to reach higher revs therefore generating more power. Achieving over 128hp at 8750rpm and 115Nm of torque at 6000rpm, the engine really packs a punch. With a dry weight of just 178kg, the bike’s power to weight ratio promises impressive performance.

The HP2 Sport has been designed with racing components originally developed from lessons learnt in Endurance racing. For instance, the frame has been strengthened from the standard one fitted to the existing R 1200 S model. Also the HP2 Sport is the first production motorcycle to be available for road use with a quickshifter. This enables fast gear changes without easing off the throttle or operating the clutch, making for a smoother, faster ride. As well as this the bike has a close-ratio six-speed gearbox, for maximum acceleration. Continuing its race credentials the HP2 Sport comes complete with a light-weight carbon fibre fairing, including a self-supporting seat unit.

Engine
Bore/stroke	101 mm x 73 mm
Capacity	1170 cc
Max output	130 bhp @ 8,750 rpm
Torque	85 lb-ft @ 6,000 rpm
Configuration	Boxer
No of cylinders	2
Compression ratio/fuel grade	12.5/S Plus
Valves/gas cycle	DOHC (double overhead camshaft) with drag lever
Valves per cylinder	4
Ø Intake/outlet	39/33 mm
Throttle butterfly dia	52 mm
Fuel supply management	BMS-K
Electrical System
Alternator	480 W
Battery	12 V, 12Ah, maintenance-free
Headlight	2 x H 7, 55 W
Starter	1.2 kW
Power transmission/Gearbox
Clutch	Single-disc dry clutch Ø 180 mm
Gearbox	Constant mesh 6-speed transmission
Primary transmission	1.734
Rear wheel drive	Drive shaft
Final drive	2.75
Dimensions / weights
Seat height, unladen	830 mm
Dry weight***	178
Handlebar width	700 mm