BMW Motorrad has officially unveiled the new BMW R 1300 R Super Hooligan during the 84th Daytona 200 weekend.
This model was manufactured on March 6, 1976 Steve McLaughlinIt was developed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of BMW’s first superbike victory at Daytona.
In the same season, Reg Pridmore won his first AMA Superbike Championship title, both riding the iconic BMW R 90 S for the Butler & Smith team.
Custom Speed Shop Project, Connecting Past and Present
The BMW R 1300 R Super Hooligan was developed by the selected team at the BMW Motorrad Custom Speed Shop to commemorate the historic victory in 1976. The project maintains the technical basis of the BMW R 1300 R with a 145 hp (107 kW) engine, while reinterpreting elements in a modern naked superbike design language.
The exterior is a clear reference to 1970s racing motorcycles and features:
- racing license plate space
- wide handlebars
- Graphic elements inspired by the R 90 S
The number 83 used in Super Hooligan commemorates McLaughlin’s victory. Parts such as the front fenders and fuel tank side panels follow the classic color palette of the original R 90 S.
Focus on high-performance components and driving dynamics
Super Hooligan is designed with a focus on performance. Key technical specifications include:
- BMW M 1000 RR carbon front wheel
- Wilbers upside-down suspension with 30mm stroke adjustment
- Blue spring-loaded adjustable rear shock
- Brake calipers inspired by BMW M
- Akrapovič titanium exhaust system with carbon tips
- BMW Motorrad and Ilmberger carbon parts
- adjustable Advik lever
According to the manufacturer, this model can reach speeds of up to 275 km/h and provides a superbike-level riding experience.
With the R 1300 R Super Hooligan, BMW Motorrad strengthens the link between tradition and innovation, linking its racing past with its current competitive involvement, such as MotoAmerica’s Mission Foods Super Hooligan series.
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