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Powersports Business • May 2025 • 23

Krämer Motorcycles USA recently announced it achieved an all-time sales record in 2024, more than doubling its unit sales volume compared to the previous year.

Krämer also doubled its gross revenue over the same period and grew four-times its business size in just three years. The exponential growth confirms that the U. S. is Krämer’ s largest global market, the company says.

“ We didn’ t get a chance to brag last year about our record-breaking sales success in 2023, so to double those numbers now in 2024 is a huge achievement for the Krämer Motorcycles USA team,” says CEO Jensen Beeler.“ 2025 is already looking like a banner year for Krämer as well.”

Leading the sales surge was the specialedition Krämer GP2−890 RR, limited to just 125 units worldwide. With over onethird of the production run landing in the U. S., the GP2−890 RR exceeded expectations, set a new standard for middleweight racing, and secured race wins across multiple clubs nationwide.

The EVO2 platform continues to be a cornerstone motorcycle for Krämer in 2024, and retains its position as the brand’ s most popular model in the U. S. And its latest model, the Krämer GP2−890 XX naked bike— with a hooligan style— is already nearly sold out for the U. S. market for the 2025 model year, the company says.

Looking ahead to 2025, Krämer says it aims to build on its success with the introduction of the Krämer APX- 350 MA, which is purpose-built for the new MotoAmerica Talent Cup series. Geared towards riders aged 14 to 21, the MotoAmerica Talent Cup will see the entire grid competing on the Krämer APX−350 MA, as young racers vie for a chance to move into the Red Bull Rookies Cup, as an official part of the Road to MotoGP program.

To kickstart its Distinguished Gentleman’ s Ride fundraising event, Triumph Motorcycles announced it will be giving away its modern classic bikes to the event’ s top fundraisers.

DGR, the world’ s largest charity event for classic and vintage motorcycle enthusiasts, will take place across the world on May 18. Last year’ s event saw 113,000 riders take part in 959 rides across 105 countries. Since its inception in 2012, DGR has raised more than $ 45 million for prostate cancer research and men’ s health.

Now in its 12th year supported by Triumph Motorcycles, DGR’ s No. 1 fundraiser will win a Scrambler 1200 X or XE Icon Edition. This edition features the iconic gold 1907 Triumph script logo on the tank, finished in a sapphire black and aluminum silver paint scheme, with hand-painted gold lining signed by the artist.

The other two top fundraisers and the Gentlefolk Prize winner will each win a Triumph Modern Classic of their choice.

Additionally, a limited-edition clothing collection featuring both the DGR and Triumph brands has been launched to support this year’ s ride, and 15 % of every sale will be donated to DGR.

“ This year, we will be rewarding the highest fundraiser with an iconic motorcycle, the Scrambler 1200 Icon Edition, as well as a number of other prizes for fundraising efforts,” says Paul Stroud, chief commercial officer for Triumph.“ With these prizes, we hope to unite passionate Triumph riders across the world on May 18 to join Team Triumph.”

The Krämer APX-350 MA is built for the new MotoAmerica Talent Cup series, which caters to riders aged 14 to 21.( Photo: Krämer Motorcycles)

This year’ s DGR top fundraiser receives a Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE Icon Edition.( Photo: Triumph)

BMW Motorrad USA announced the release of the sportier and more aggressive R 1300 R that features upgrades including a more powerful engine, a more compact and better handling chassis, updated styling and electronic aid.

The low center of gravity and prodigious torque from the BMW boxer motor makes the new roadster an equally excellent companion for commuting, sport riding and touring.

“ With the new BMW R 1300 R, we’ ve taken our dynamic roadster with boxer engine to a whole new level,” says Christof Lischka, head of development for BMW Motorrad.“ Focused uncompromisingly on riding dynamics, it delivers a far sportier experience than its predecessor thanks to a completely redesigned engine and chassis, while still retaining core BMW values such as touring capability and comfort.”

DESIGN Alongside its more aggressive, sportier design, equipment features such as the Style Performance variant allow customers to dial up the bike’ s dynamic potential. At the same time, the R 1300 R remains a capable companion for everyday use and touring. With options such as seat heating, Riding Assistant, a higher windscreen, and a variety of luggage choices, the bike can be perfectly tailored to individual preferences.

“ The new BMW R 1300 R has been defined to be much sportier than its predecessor. Not only in terms of its increased engine and chassis performance, but also instantly visible in its design,” says Alexander Buckan, head of design.

ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN The engine is the most powerful BMW boxer engine to date, with a maximum engine speed of 9,000 rpm. The bike accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 3.4 seconds, and its top speed is rated at greater than 124 mph. Which means it’ s quite a bit faster than that.

Despite offering significantly more power and torque, the R 1300 R consumes the same amount of fuel as the R 1250 R. The boxer engine uses an airliquid cooling system and features a more compact and lighter engine, along with 6−speed gearbox packaging, a new shaft drive, and a new rear hub.

The bike also has an optional ASA Automatic Shift Assistant, giving riders the choice between manual and automatic shifting, and eliminating the need to operate the clutch.

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION The chassis of the R 1300 R has been completely redesigned. The centerpiece is the new sheet-steel main frame, which offers higher levels of stiffness. It has a rear frame made of die-cast aluminum, resulting in improved riding precision and stability.

Other new features include an upside-down telescopic fork, a new EVO Paralever II rear suspension, lighter wheels, sports suspension specifically designed for the R 1300 R, and a high-performance braking system.

ELECTRONICS The new dynamic octagonal design full LED headlight gives the R 1300 R a distinctive front profile and highlights its sportier character. The Riding Assistant featuring active cruise control and frontal collision warning gives the rider two new features available as optional equipment for added safety and comfort.

The R 1300 R is expected to hit the market in Q4 2025, with an MSRP of $ 16,595.

The R 1300 R is a new dynamic roadster with boxer engine that is sportier than its predecessor— both technically and visually— delivering a more dynamic riding experience.( Photos: BMW Motorrad USA)

New 1,300 cc Boxer Roadster with 145 hp and 110 lb.-ft of torque and an optional ASA Automatic Shift Assistant.