The most powerful and aggressive "Boxer" engine BMW ever put into a production sportbike. 1,170cc air/oil-cooled Flat-Twin. Innovation: First BMW to feature a quickshifter.

The sheer physical presence and the torque reaction (the bike kicks to the left when you blip the throttle) make it a raw, mechanical beast. 9. BMW S 1000 XR (Gen 1) The bike that invented the "Adventure Sport" category. Nature: An S 1000 RR engine in a tall, upright chassis.

The ultimate "sleeper" or long-distance missile. It combines the comfort of a touring bike with the heart of a superbike. Prototype Crossover. Top Speed: Over 275 km/h.