In many ways, 1935 was a pivotal year. In February, my father was born in Princeton, New Jersey, at a time when it was hoped that the worst of the Great Depression was behind us. In November, Hans Muth was born in Brandenburg, Germany. Also, 1935 was an important year at BMW, where both the R12 and R17 models were introduced. In addition to carrying BMW into the future, they … [Read more...] about Lines of Speed, Shadows of Time: Hans Muth and the motorcycles that move us
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BMW Motorrad USA is proud to unveil the new 2026 BMW R 12 G/S
With long suspension travel, cross-spoke wheels, and a small, compact cockpit fairing, the new BMW R 12 G/S skillfully captures the spirit of the original R 80 G/S boxer-engine enduro in terms of design while transferring it into the present day with modern technology. "With the new BMW R 12 G/S, BMW Motorrad is offering a classic enduro for puristic off-road fun. The … [Read more...] about BMW Motorrad USA is proud to unveil the new 2026 BMW R 12 G/S
Exits and Returns: Three Weeks from Appalachia to the Rockies
The mountains hang like a dream — one that is unseen but sensed, like Kafka’s castle, haunted by places unknown and untouched, yet somehow familiar. This collection of memories, like the Midwest roads that bridge them, begins last July. On that humid afternoon, I packed and strapped the back of the Bonneville with a three-week haul of supplies: sleeping bag, tent, clothes, a … [Read more...] about Exits and Returns: Three Weeks from Appalachia to the Rockies
BMW Motorrad USA Announces BMW Motorrad Days Americas 2025
BMW Motorrad returns as title sponsor of Barber Vintage Festival. Join 80,000+ enthusiastic fans in celebration of all motorcycling. Save the Date: October 3-5, 2025 Woodcliff Lake, NJ – Feb. 11, 2025 — BMW Motorrad USA is proud to announce BMW Motorrad Days Americas 2025 and their return as the title sponsor for the famous Barber Vintage Festival. BMW Motorrad Days … [Read more...] about BMW Motorrad USA Announces BMW Motorrad Days Americas 2025
The Blue Ridge Mountains: Of what was and shall ever be
North Carolina is a collection of wonderful regions and places, from the mountains to the sea. Each is different of course, with its own geography to be savored on two wheels. It is remarkably easy to avoid being trapped on highways and allow oneself to be consumed by the beauty of the byways. Along the way, the people are terrific as well, with different traditions and foods … [Read more...] about The Blue Ridge Mountains: Of what was and shall ever be
