A superb and rare
photo of the magnificent BMW R80 G/S
model.
BMW's motorcycle
history began in 1921 when the company commenced manufacturing engines for
other companies. Motorcycle manufacturing now operates under the BMW Motorrad
brand. BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG) introduced the first motorcycle under
its name, the R32, in 1923. In 1921, BMW began its long association with a 1886
German invention known to Germans as the boxermotor. The first BMW motorcycle
engine was designed by Max Friz, BMW's famous chief designer, in four weeks, it
is very similar to the British Douglas design. This fore-and-aft 1921–1922
M2B15 boxer was manufactured by BMW for use initially by other motorcycle
manufacturers, notably Victoria of Nuremberg. It proved moderately successful
and BMW used it in its own Helios motorcycle. Fritz was also working on car
engines and BMW developed and manufactured a small 2-stroke motorcycle called
the Flink for a short time. In 1923, BMW's first "across the frame"
version of the boxer engine was designed by Friz. The R32 had a 486 cc
engine with 8.5 hp (6.3 kW) and a top speed of 95–100 km/h
(60 mph).
This is a very nice and very rare photo that reflects a wonderful era of
BMW and motorcycle history in a wonderful way. This is your rare chance to
own this photo, therefore it is printed in a nice large format of ca.
8" x 10" (ca. 20 x 26 cm). It makes it perfectly suitable for
framing!
Shipping costs will only be $ 7.00 regardless of how many photos you buy. For 5 or more photos, shipping is free!
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No copyright expressed or implied. Sold as collectable item only. We are clearing out our archives that we have gathered from various sources.
All items always sent well protected in PVC clear files and board backed envelopes.
We have photographs that came from professional collections and/or were bought from the original photographer or press studio! They are all of professional and excellent quality.
After many decades of professionally collecting photographs and posters we are clearing out our archives. They make the perfect gift and are perfectly suited for framing. They will look gorgeous unframed and will be a true asset nicely framed with a border. They are a gorgeous and great asset in every home, workshop, workplace, restaurant, bar or club!
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