Celebrated motorcycle customizer Dirk Oehlerking has unveiled “The Crown,” a remarkable custom design based on the BMW R 18. With over 30 years of experience and expertise, Oehlerking’s latest creation is a masterpiece in motorcycle design.
To pay homage to 100 years of BMW Motorrad, Oehlerking has infused “The Crown” with a distinctive design language that embodies power, elegance, and innovation. The build starts with a stripped-down BMW R 18, which is then transformed with meticulously handcrafted body parts made of 2 mm thick aluminum sheet metal. These parts form an 8-liter fuel tank and a unique double-sided swinging arm with central suspension strut in the front wheel suspension.
In terms of performance, the engine and rear suspension remain true to the original BMW R 18. However, the dual stainless-steel exhaust manifolds are completely hand-made, highlighting Oehlerking’s commitment to craftsmanship. Standard components such as the headlight, instrument, and footrest system seamlessly blend into “The Crown” concept. The bike is further enhanced with high-end additions like the Magura clutch and handbrake fittings, Wunderkind’s rear mudguard, and a saddle wrapped in genuine leather.
The BMW R 18 “The Crown” is crowned with a luxurious Champagne Platinum paint finish, embellished with mother-of-pearl accents and a miniature BMW emblem. The unveiling of “The Crown” will take place from July 7-9th at the BMW Motorrad Days in Berlin, celebrating 100 years of BMW Motorrad.
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