Table of contents

• Motorcycle fair IMOT 2018 in Munich Celebrating 25 years
• Highlights at the fair
• Honda Africa Twin from our long-term test

Michael Schumann

93 pictures

Honda

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Honda CB4 Interceptor.

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Royal Enfield Continental GT 650.

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Royal Enfield Interceptor INT 650.

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Benelli BN 125.

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Benelli 402 S..

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Benelli TRK 502 X.

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Benelli TRK 251.

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Benelli Leoncino 250.

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Benelli Leoncino 500 Sport.

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Benelli Imperiale 400.

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Benelli 752 S..

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Aprilia SX 125.

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Aprilia RX 125.

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MV Agusta Dragster 800 RC.

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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R SE.

Yamaha

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The Yamaha colors for the 2018 model year are known. Image: XSR 900 i of the new color “Brilliant Red”.

Card design by Kar Lee

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BMW wants to build cruisers. We hope to see at least one study at EICMA. We already provided inspiration with this retouching at the beginning of 2016.

Stefan Baldauf

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The BMW F 750 GS recently completed a photo shoot for advertising shots in full regalia. The little sister of the F 800 GS has grown quite big.

BMW motorcycle

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BMW Motorrad announced the prices and new colors for the 2018 model year back in July. Image: The BMW S 1000 XR costs from 15,400 euros in the 2018 model year.

Drawing: Stefan Kraft

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BMW Cruiser future proposal 1: Probably just as long as BMW itself, MOTORRAD has been dealing with the topic of BMW cruisers. Proposal one: implement an active driving variant with the basic boxer around 900 cubic meters, which was discussed for a long time in Munich. Unfortunately nothing will …

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BMW Cruiser future proposal 2: Based on real existing patents, is technically feasible, but complex, expensive, heavy and bulky: the W3. Presumably, BMW is enough with the six-series an exotic in the program. So unfortunately it won’t come that way either.

Retouching: Whimsical

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BMW cruiser proposal from Wunderlich: R 1600 C concept.

Ducati

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The Ducati Monster 821 is being revised for the 2018 model year – in addition to the fresh design, the mid-range Monster also takes on the technical updates of the Monster 1200.

California Environmental Protection Agency

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Ducati wants to replace the previous 1200 with the Multistrada 1260 for the 2018 model year. This is evident from documents filed with the California Air Resources Board (document see picture).

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First of all, the most important news for all Ducati enthusiasts: the new V4 also has a desmodromic valve control. At EICMA we will see the Ducati Panigale V4 1100 series sports car equipped with it.

Ducati

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From model year 2018, the Ducati XDiavel will also be available in “Iceberg White” give. The model in the new color variant has already been presented at Lake Faak.

Harley-Davidson

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The Softail and CVO ranges will receive some updates for 2018. The Dyna series, however, will be discontinued. The former Dyna models Street Bob, Fat Bob and Low Rider will be part of the Softail series from 2018. Image: Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 2018.

Harley-Davidson

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Harley-Davidson is celebrating its 115th anniversary in 2018 and is presenting some special models to fans on the occasion.

Honda

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In 2018 it rolls back, the Honda Gold Wing. The presentation of the production motorcycle for the next model year will certainly take place at EICMA.

Honda

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At the Tokyo Motor Show (October 28th to November 5th) and at the EICMA (November 9th to 12th) Honda will present its latest concept bike Riding Assist-e.

Retouching: Kardesign by Kar Lee

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Honda teases Project N.S.C. (Neo Sports Cafe) in a short video, we have already inspired with this retouch.

Honda

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Honda CRF 450 RX for the 2018 model year.

Honda

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Honda CRF 250 R for the 2018 model year.

Husqvarna

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We had already expected it for this year, the Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 … Well, production is firmly planned for 2018. The price is already fixed: 5,690 euros.

Husqvarna

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Like the 401, the Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 should also be available from spring 2018. The price is 9,990 euros.

Kawasaki

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At the beginning of September, Kawasaki announced the new colors for the model year. Image: Kawasaki ZX-10R in “lime-green-ebony and metallic-graphite-gray”.

Kawasaki

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The retro bike Kawasaki Z 900 RS was presented at the Tokyo Motor Show. It will cost significantly more than the Z 900 and will roll out for the 2018 season.

bmh-images

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The expansion of the 390 single-cylinder model range continues. Shown here: The KTM 390 Adventure on a test drive.

bmh-images

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Another variant of the 390 single-cylinder: KTM 390 Scambler.

bmh-images

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The KTM 790 Adventure is currently still on a test tour.

bmh-images

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Here the new KTM 790 Duke still as an Erlkonig. MOTORRAD editor-in-chief Michael Pfeiffer has already ridden it for issue 22/2017, and the series model will be presented at EICMA.

MV Agusta

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So far known is a new MV Agusta F4 RC, which is technically based on the 2017 model and does not meet the Euro 4 standard.

MV Agusta

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The special model MV Agusta F4 LH44 was created in collaboration with Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton.

Retouching: Kardesign by Kar Lee

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A big retro bike, for example with the air-cooled four-cylinder from the Bandit 1250 – that’s it! Until now, however, it has been running under the flag “Request concert”.

Suzuki

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We already know the concept bike of the Suzuki SV 650 in the Cafe Racer design. We hope for the presentation of the production model this autumn.

Triumph Motorcycles

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Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster for the 2018 model year.

Francisco Romero / PhocarMedia

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For all the twins, the British forget their triple – that’s what many people might have thought in view of the twin flood from Hinckley. But the Speed ​​Triple is also being renovated.

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And finally there will also be a comprehensive update for the Triumph Tiger 1200.

Triumph Motorcycles

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The Triumph Bonneville Bobber will be available in a new color with two finishes, true to the motto: Black is colorful enough, regardless of whether it is matt or glossy.

markus-jahn.com

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We were able to test the prototype of the Tenere successor, the Yamaha T7, in June 2017. We sincerely hope for the presentation of the series model for EICMA!

Drawing: Stefan Kraft

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BMW R 1800 C: the second attempt – and this time a little more promising than the first attempt.

Retouching: Kardesign by Kar Lee

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The Cafe Racer variant is coming. But maybe not in this configuration.

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Honda PCX Electric (2018 for the Asian market first): There will be an additional, portable battery unit for the electric scooter.

Honda

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It’s time for a retro Honda bike. The Honda Neo Sports Cafe Concept is a draft. Let’s see what comes in series – and especially when.

Yamaha

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Yamaha Niken. Leaning multi-wheeler. Simply called Storm Trooper Vehicle (STV) in the editorial office. And a powerful one, because that, that, that Niken comes with a three-cylinder. That means we are not talking about a 125cc vehicle à la Tricity. MT-09, ick hear you hum …

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The new Kawasaki Ninja 400 has been completely redesigned and replaces the non-Euro 4 compliant Ninja 300. It should be available from dealers from February 2018. The newly developed 399 cm³ two-cylinder should produce 45 hp at 10,000 rpm.

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The Honda Super Cub C125 concept bike was presented at the Tokyo Motor Show.

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The Honda Cross Cub 110 is also a concept bike.

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Also a concept bike from the Tokyo Motor Show: Honda Monkey 125 Concept

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Honda PCX Hybrid (2018 for the Asian market first): The hybrid version is equipped with a high-performance battery and an ACG starter.

Ducati

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Ducati Hypermotard 939

Ducati

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Ducati Scrambler 1100 Special

Ducati

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Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport

Ducati

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Ducati Panigale V4

Ducati

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Ducati 959 Panigale Corse

Ducati

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Ducati Multistrada 1260

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Triumph Tiger 1200 XC (left with spoked wheels) and Triumph Tiger 1200 XR (R for Road).

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BMW F 850 ​​GS

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BMW F 750 GS

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BMW K 1600 Grand America

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BMW C 400 X

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Suzuki SV 650 X

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Kawasaki Z 900 RS Cafe

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Harley-Davidson Sport Glide

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KTM 790 Duke

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KTM 790 Duke Adventure R prototype

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Moto Guzzi V85 Concept

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Husqvarna Vitpilen 701

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Husqvarna Vitpilen 401

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Husqvarna Svartpilen 401

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Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports

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Honda CB 1000 R.

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Honda CB 300 R.

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Honda CB 125 R.

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Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid (prototype)

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Yamaha XT 1200 ZE Super Tenere Raid Edition

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Yamaha Tracer 900 (2018)

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Yamaha Tracer 900 GT

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Yamaha MT-09 SP

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Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX

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Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE

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Triumph Tiger 800 XR

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Triumph Tiger 800 XC

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IMOT 2018 motorcycle fair Munich

Motorcycle fair IMOT 2018 in Munich
Celebrating 25 years

The IMOT motorcycle fair took place from February 16 to 18, 2018 at the MOC Munich. It celebrated its silver anniversary, so it was the 25th IMOT.

Dina Dervisevic

02/19/2018

The International Motorcycle Exhibition (IMOT) celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2018. From February 16 to 18, the organizer invited motorcyclists, scooter friends, quad fans and all other interested parties to the halls of the MOC in Munich-Freimann. Over 20,000 square meters were available for product highlights and trends in clothing, travel, tuning and accessories. More than 300 exhibitors presented themselves and their products on site and over 60,000 two-wheeler fans romped about in the exhibition halls this weekend.

For IMOT managing director Lixi Laufer, the expectations have been fully met: “Many of our visitors have been coming to IMOT for years – a clear sign that it is never boring here. The response this year was overwhelming, both from the fans and from the more than 300 exhibitors. More than 60,000 two-wheeler fans at the anniversary fair are a grandiose result and of course make us a little proud.”

Highlights at the fair

The brand new BMW F 750 GS and F 850 ​​GS models with the new 853 cm³ engine, the KTM 790 Duke, the V4 Panigale, the luxury tourer Honda GL 1800 Gold Wing and the complete 2018 Harley model range were particularly popular for seat tests.

Honda

Sought-after to try it out: Honda Gold Wing.

The special exhibition was for fans of the Gold Wing cult touring bike “Royal Bavarian GoldWinger” in hall 5/532 / D108 a must-attend event, while in hall 5 / D102 / 103 BMW two-cylinder boxers from the last 95 years could be admired. In Hall 4/442 the so-called “Sleeping beauties” be admired – BMW boxer models that shine again in their old splendor after a long slumber in garages or barns, often for decades.

Extravagant special modifications were waiting for the trade fair visitors at the special show by KawaMotor – the model range on display ranged from the cool cafe racer to the stylish naked bike to the casual cruiser (Hall 5 C114 / 533). The original Isle of Man racing machine BB3 TT (T-Trofeo) was shown at Bimota in Hall 5 / D106.

Test drives were announced in Hall 2/219: Even motorcycle fans who do not yet have a driver’s license (aged 16 and over) were able to gain their first experience on a 125cc or large machine with on-site instructors.

Honda Africa Twin from our long-term test

At the IMOT booth of MOTORRAD there was the dismantled Honda Africa Twin (picture above) from our 50,000 km MOTORRAD endurance test (Publication in issue 5/2018, from February 16.).

And as always, MOTORRAD heroes got a free coffee in the red cult cup (on presentation of their ID).

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