30 Years of the GS
BMW Motorrad is celebrating 30 years of the iconic 'Gelande-Strasse' range in 2010 with the launch of the "30 Years GS" special edition versions of the F 650 GS, F 800 GS, R 1200 GS and R 1200 GS Adventure.
Thousands of riders have covered literally millions of miles on their GS bikes. They have enjoyed a riding experience of unrivalled intensity. They have made their travel dreams come true.
Back in the autumn of 1980 BMW Motorrad unveiled the R 80 GS, a unique bike that pioneered the Adventure Motorcycle genre. Thirty years later, these four special edition models feature the classic GS colours of White, Red and Blue, and come with a range of standard special equipment.
Plus, receive complimentary panniers on R 1200 GS and R 1200 GS Adventure models delivered before 30 September 2010.
This article was posted on Thursday, July 15th, 2010
Team RidersMotorcycles.com racing at the Silverstone GP support race.
RidersMotorcycles.com Martin Jessopp and Michael Rutter will be part of the first ever motorcycle race on the new 3.6 mile Silverstone Area Grand Prix circuit on during the MotoGP weekend on the 18/19/20 June.
Riding the BMW S 1000 RR bikes that the team raced at the recent North West 200 the RidersMotorcycles.com duo ... will be competing in the Metzeler National Superstock 1000 Championship.
The Metzeler championship is supporting the UK round of the MotoGP and features a great line up with BMW alongside Aprilia making their debuts. On the Saturday the first race will take place at 16.30 around the brand new Grand Prix circuit, the second race takes place straight after the World Championship at 16.45.
This article was posted on Tuesday, June 8th, 2010
The new R1200 GS and R1200 RT is here
On 06 February 2010 Riders will be celebrating the official launch of the updated R 1200 GS, R 1200 GS Adventure and R 1200 RT.
Each of these new 2010 models is now powered by a new version of the highly-acclaimed 4-valve Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) boxer engine, previously only featured on the HP2 Sport.
The new advanced engine management system has been optimised to meet the specific requirements of each of the motorcycles - the travel enduro riding style of the R 1200 GS range and the all-day, luxury touring use of the R 1200 RT.
In addition, the R 1200 RT Tourer gains a new style fairing, new switches and controls, and the latest version of BMW's unique Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA II) as an optional extra, further enhancing its reputation as a sophisticated high-mileage tourer.
During the course of the Dealer launch weekend, customers will have the opportunity to book a test ride on these brand new motorcycles and take part in an exclusive World of BMW competition to win one of the World of BMW Activities – an Off Road Skills course at Simon Pavey's school, a Road Skills course with BMW Rider Training or a BMW Tour to the D-Day Beaches of Normandy.
Adrian Roderick, General Manager of BMW Motorrad UK, said: “The unveiling of the new R 1200 RT and R 1200 GS / GS Adventure, with our new 4-valve, DOHC version of the much-loved boxer engine will reaffirm BMW's position at the top of the touring and adventure sports markets.”
The new R 1200 RT, R 1200 GS and R 1200 GS Adventure are priced at £11,775, £9,925, £10,745 OTR respectively.
This article was posted on Wednesday, January 27, 2009
BMW S 1000 RR Launch a success
The launch of the BMW S 1000 RR took place at Riders of Cardiff on Friday 4 th and Saturday 5 th December, the bike is already proving a massive 
hit with four bikes already reserved for delivery in early 2010.
On Friday the S 1000 RR was launched to invited guests at a preview evening attended by special guest and all round racer star Michael Rutter. Michael took to the stage for a 20 minute question and answer session, lead by Cardiff's Manager Kevin Baddeley and Michael also took questions from the fans in the audience.
The BMW S 1000 RR was unveiled at 8.15pm, thanks to the TV big screen at Riders and nifty camera work from Gareth in the Cardiff sales team everyone attending was able to get a good look at the bike's special features as Kevin explained them.
On Saturday the bike was officially launched and despite the torrential rain the dealership was busy all day with the S 1000 RR being the star attraction.
Why not read some of the reviews at Visor Down and Motorcycle News
For more information on the bike click here.
This article was posted on Thursday, December 10, 2009
Join us for the launch of the BMW S 1000 RR on Saturday 5 th December at Riders of Cardiff.
As BMW's first entry into the supersports market, you'd expect the S 1000 RR to be pretty special. With a class leading 193hp and a power-to-weight ratio
of better than one-to-one, the S 1000 RR provides the ultimate in BMW performance, wrapped up in a package weighing-in at just 183kg (dry weight).
Add this to race developed technology, such as Race ABS and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) - the first such combination of features available on a superbike - and whether you choose Rain, Sport, Race or Slick modes, the S 1000 RR promises an exhilarating ride, both on and off the race track.
Enter our prize draw to win £5,000 worth of track days, Terms and conditions apply. Our sales staff will be on hand all day to provide part exchange valuations, why not trade in your current superbike for this very special BMW. To ensure a speedy delivery of this exciting machine for spring 2010 why not put down your deposit on Saturday! Our doors will be open from 9am to 6pm.
This article was posted on Friday, November 27, 2009
The BMW S 1000 RR.
When BMW build a superbike, we have no time for second best. BMW now present the very latest in racing power. With an aluminium bridge, radial brakes, a super sporty tail-up nose-down design, hot colours and the ultimate combination of electronic rider assistance systems: the first genuine racing ABS, whose features include a front-wheel-only mode, dynamic traction control (DTC) which permits varying degrees of slip, depending on the lean angle. The more the rider hangs off, the more upright the bike and the longer the lines on leaving the curve. Never before was it so easy to keep so much power under control. This is just as true on public roads as it is down on the racetrack. The RR label shows that it is a full-blooded racing bike, even though it can also be ridden with a number plate attached. To top it all off is an engine which is our absolute pride and joy
The BMW will be arriving at Riders on Saturday 5 th December – in the meantime why not read some of the reviews at Visor Down and Motorcycle News.
To request more information about the bike or an exclusive invite to the VIP evening launch on the 4 th December please CLICK HERE.
This article was posted on Wednsday, November 18, 2009
Turn-by-turn directions to adventurer
If unfamiliar territory has held you back from venturing into the unknown, look no further than BMW's brand new Navigator IV. With its preinstalled maps of 40 countries in Western and Eastern Europe and over 1.5 million points of interest, this latest satellite navigation system, designed with motorcycle riders in mind, will keep you on track, even in the most remote of places.
Faster route calculation, 3D building representations, extra large touch screen buttons, a lane assistant and junction views are only some of the perks BMW's latest satnav has to offer. In contrast to its predecessor, it carries a multiple-route preview, speed limits are shown for most of the 
main roads and vehicle specific routes can be selected.
Unique to this new model, is the 4.3” touch screen which is easily legible, even in bright sunlight. Four additional control buttons also line the left side of the mounting cradle, allowing the rider to use it comfortably when wearing gloves.
Other properties of the Navigator IV include two data fields in which personal information such as arrival time, remaining travel time, average speed, direction and current height above sea level can all be monitored. Even though map data is pre-installed and supplied with the system, routes can easily be planned on a computer and uploaded. Routes travelled are automatically recorded and can be reviewed in programmes such as ‘Map Source' or ‘Google Earth'.
The Navigator IV is compatible with the new BMW motorcycle communication system which will be available for the System 5 and the all new System 6. All street names are therefore audible allowing the rider to focus his or her attention on the road. It supports more than 200 mobile phones with Bluetooth and enables the motorcyclist to accept incoming calls and place outgoing calls directly via the satnav. State-of-the-art stereo Bluetooth technology is also used for in-helmet music playback.
Dave Alexander, Parts and Accessories Manager of BMW Motorrad said: “Given that our customers tend to be adventurous riders who travel considerable distances, we take pride in delivering a top of the range navigation system. This latest entry in the Motorrad Navigator range offers a new benchmark in satnav technology and will take our customers wherever they want to go in the world. The Bluetooth technology used makes the satnav even safer, as riders will no longer have to take their eyes off the road to look at the map.”
Complimentary panniers with new R 1200 GS and Adventure. Now extended until end of 2009!
BMW Motorrad has announced a significant new offer on two of its most iconic and best-selling motorcycles. Customers purchasing and registering a new R 1200 GS or R 1200 GS Adventure from UK Motorrad dealers, between 01 April and 31 December 2009 (inclusive) will receive a complimentary set of BMW Panniers, valued at £459 for the R 1200 GS and £603 for the Adventure. Both prices are recommended retail and inclusive of VAT.
BMW Panniers are the ultimate accessory for the 1200 GS and Adventure models. Not only are they designed to carry luggage and essential 
supplies when venturing out on a two-wheeled trip of a lifetime, but can also be used everyday for a laptop or brief case.
Customers purchasing a new R 1200 GS from any BMW Motorrad UK dealership will qualify for a free set of Vario Panniers, capable of carrying a total load of 10kg per pannier and providing a value added benefit of £459.77. These panniers have a unique adjusting mechanism that enables their overall volume to be adapted to suit the environment in which the bike is being ridden. They can be reduced from a combined capacity of 68 litres to 50 litres simply by flipping a bar in each case. This effectively reduces the width of the motorcycle by 120mm, which can prove extremely useful in congested zones when filtering through traffic.
And the new R 1200 GS Adventure is now available with a complimentary set of handmade Aluminium Panniers, providing customers with a value added benefit of £603.15. The rugged aluminium panniers, which are able to carry 20kg and offer a combined capacity of a substantial 82 litres, are often preferred for enduro adventure riding. They can easily be hooked onto the carriers and can be locked using a key coded to the bike.
The 1200 GS range is ultimately suited to exploration and adventure. The obvious question thus arises: What better accessory to have, than a complimentary set of panniers to go with the bikes? With the added value of this fantastic offer combined with affordable finance packages from BMW Select, the ever popular R 1200 GS and Adventure now represent even better value for money.
BMW Motorrad has also assembled a number of accessory packages to complement its R 1200 GS models. The new ‘Luggage Packs' represent even greater value for customers, offering a saving of £100 on retail prices. The Luggage Pack for both the R 1200 GS and GS Adventure includes L/H and R/H inner bags, Top box and mounting kit, locks, a Top box inner bag and tank bag.
Durban to Dublin on BMW R 1200 GS
On Thursday 25 th June three intrepid adventurers arrived at Riders of Cardiff, they were on the last leg of undoubtedly a huge motorcycle adventure. 
Roger Scheffer, Howard Scott and Jaco Swanepoel all started the massive task of riding the whole length of Africa in May with NO support vehicles.
They decided to use the favourite vehicle of long distance travelling which of course is the world famous BMW R 1200 GS Adventure and BMW dealers Riders of Cardiff hosted a small party to welcome them to Wales (and almost home).
The trip was organised to support ‘The Pebbles Project'. ‘Pebbles' was established in 2004 to offer support to children with special educational needs, particularly those whose lives are affected by alcohol in some way.
The Durban to Dublin Route was South Africa, Mozambique, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia , Sudan, Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, Morocco, Spain, Switzerland, Germany, France, England, Wales & Ireland.
This article was posted on Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Grand Opening
Riders' Cardiff store opened its doors officially on the 9 th and 10 th May to coincide with the launch of the Ducati Streetfighter and the BMW F800R. Fortunately the great British weather was kind to us with beautiful dry days on both the Saturday and the Sunday. Our BBQ proved very popular with all (we sold out of burgers completely!) as did the DynoJet rolling road.
This article was posted on Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Riders of Cardiff’s official opening weekend
Riders of Cardiff’s official opening weekend will take place on 9th and 10th May 2009 to coincide with the launch of the BMW F 800 R.
This is the third Riders store and is the only BMW Dealership in South Wales and the largest BMW Motorrad showroom in the UK. Doors to the dealership were open for trading mid April.
The new F 800 R is radically different and yet every inch a BMW. With a state-of-the-art parallel twin engine with electronic fuel injection, the F 800 R develops 87 hp from its 798 cc, not to mention a mighty 86 Nm of torque. The bike is also highly manoeuvrable, thanks to the use of lightweight aluminium in its rigid frame and dynamically styled double swing-arm, which helps keep its dry weight down to just 177 kilograms.
Over the weekend we will provide entertainment, a BBQ, competitions and free give-aways to customers visiting the dealership together with some great special opening offers. Riders will be open on the Saturday 9am to 6pm and 10am to 4pm on the Sunday
See this exciting new bike in the flesh for yourself, the first new arrival for the new Riders dealership.
This article was posted on Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Riders of Cardiff is due to open very shortly, this page will be updated once our doors are open for trading.
Our official launch events will take place a little later in the spring once the team, led by General Sales Manager Kevin Baddeley, have settled in a bit.
We look forward to seeing you in Cardiff very soon.
