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Zack Courts Reviews the 2024 BMW R 12 nineT

There’s something about a motorcycle that nods to its roots while boldly planting itself in the present. Enter the 2024 BMW R 12 nineT, a machine that’s as much about riding as it is about storytelling.

Zack Courts, a well-known moto-journalist and all-around nice guy who works for Revzilla these days, recently got in the saddle of the BMW R 12 nineT and took it for a spin. It seems like a truly well-crafted machine, and one you should consider.

Check Out This BMW Cafe Racer by WalzWerk Motorcycles

Marcus Walz’s custom motorcycle configurator redefines the art of virtual bike building. On the WalzWerk Motorcycles website, riders can craft their dream machine with precision, knowing the exact cost before a wrench is turned. Forget trusting a builder’s instincts or hoping for the best—this digital playground brings German engineering and customization mastery to your fingertips.

Take the SCHIZZO Cafe Racer GT, a jaw-dropping BMW-based creation born from this system. A lucky customer maxed out every option, transforming pixels into a real-life marvel.

The 5 Coolest Touring Motorcycles

Touring motorcycles are more than machines—they’re your escape pod from the grind, your partner in adventure, and your ticket to the kind of freedom that only comes with a twisting road ahead and no set destination.

Picking the coolest touring motorcycles isn’t about spec sheets alone. It’s about attitude, style, and the way it makes you feel when you throw a leg over it. Let’s take a closer look at five machines that embody what it means to tour with swagger.

Check Out the 2025 BMW R 12 S

BMW’s new R 12 S is a nostalgic nod to the iconic R 90 S of 1973, blending retro aesthetics with modern engineering.

Arriving in Q1 2025 with a price tag of $21,590, the R 12 S shares its foundation with the R 12 nineT but stands out with its heritage-inspired design and fairing. It’s a truly beautiful motorcycle and a good addition to BMW’s lineup.

The 5 Biggest Scooters Worth Buying

Scooters have always had a reputation as the simple runabout, the plucky little commuter buzzing through city streets and slipping into parking spaces no car could dream of. But in recent years, scooters have muscled up. They’re no longer content to be the lightweight champions of convenience. Instead, they’ve evolved into machines that balance power, comfort, and style, proving that they can be serious contenders for longer commutes, touring, and even a bit of adrenaline-fueled fun.

Here, we look at the five biggest scooters worth your attention—machines that bridge the gap between traditional scooters and motorcycles, all while keeping their practicality intact.

Check Out the 2025 BMW F 900 R and F 900 XR

BMW’s middleweight marvels, the F 900 R and F 900 XR, are back for 2025 with sharper tech, a diet plan, and Euro5+ compliance.

These bikes boast the same 895cc Parallel-Twin introduced in 2020, but now with a subtle tune-up: 105 hp arrives 250 rpm earlier at 8,750 rpm, and torque nudges to 68.6 lb-ft at 6,750 rpm. The optional Akrapovič Sport exhaust trims 2.6 pounds and adds an extra dash of auditory flair.

Check Out This Custom BMW R12 by MOONEYES

When BMW wanted their R12 transformed into a custom cruiser that embodied Japan’s bold custom scene, they turned to the legendary MOONEYES (among other amazing builders), who know a thing or two about speed and style.

The vision? Channeling the ‘sense of speed’ from MOONEYES’ classic racers, and nothing says “speed” like their iconic moon disc wheel covers. But those covers required a precise fit—new rims and custom curvature to clear the brakes.

Check Out the BMW Concept F 450 GS

BMW Motorrad’s Concept F 450 GS is a compact dynamo tailored for A2 riders, poised to bridge the gap between the G 310 and the F 800/900 series. Wrapped in the signature blue, white, and red of its GS family, this model brings the dynamic, robust spirit of BMW’s off-road adventure giants into a streamlined, accessible frame.

How Many Miles Is a Lot for a Motorcycle?

There are some questions every motorcycle enthusiast ponders at least once, standing in front of a bike with the potential of a thousand stories. One of the most pressing and universal queries is, “How many miles is too many?” It’s a loaded question, almost a rite of passage into the world of motorcycling.

The answer, however, is layered and depends on the type of bike, how well it’s been maintained, and, perhaps most importantly, what kind of road lies ahead for the rider and the machine. Let’s peel back the layers.

Check Out the 2025 BMW M 1000 RR

BMW isn’t slowing down after Toprak Razgatlıoğlu’s championship win, introducing a refreshed 2025 M 1000 RR that brings subtle design tweaks and significant engineering updates.