What is the BMW R 1300 R Superhooligan?
The BMW R 1300 R Superhooligan is a one-off motorcycle created by BMW Motorrad’s Custom Speed Shop, based on the BMW R 1300 R roadster. Incorporating the R 1300 roadster’s chassis and engine, but with a heritage twist.
The one-off custom motorcycle is shrouded with racing livery, with racing graphics all around the bodywork, with starting number 83 taking centre stage, along with predominant orange front fenders and fuel tank, paying homage to the iconic 1976 BMW R 90 S.
Why did BMW build the R 1300 R Superhooligan?
BMW built the R 1300 R Superhooligan to pay tribute to their American racing heritage, specifically to Steve McLaughlin’s 1976 Daytona Superbike victory and the 1976 inaugural AMA Superbike Championship title, both achieved on the BMW R 90 S.
Where and when will the BMW R 1300 R Superhooligan be unveiled?
BMW will officially debut the Superhooligan at the Daytona 200 weekend (March 5–7, 2026). The timing and venue are intentional, since Daytona is the home to the 1976 breakthrough story, which this bike celebrates.
What sort of Chassis does the Superhooligan get?
The BMW R 1300 R hooligan sports an aluminium frame seen on the regular R 1300 roadster, but with necessary enhancements to make the chassis ready for dynamic performance. The Chassis boasts a fully adjustable Wilbers upside-down fork, a fully adjustable Wilbers rear suspension strut, a carbon front wheel from BMW M 1000RR, and adjustable hand levers from Advik with other subtle carbon fibre accents and parts.
What Powers the BMW R 1300 R Superhooligan?
The BMW R 1300 R Superhooligan is powered by BMW’s latest-generation 1,300cc two-cylinder boxer engine, the same platform seen doing the duty on the standard R 1300 R roadster. This 1,300cc twin boxer produces 145 hp and 145 Nm of Torque.
