- The 2025 BMW Motorrad Motorsport season launch in Berlin was an exciting and momentous event for BMW Motorrad, showcasing the company’s commitment to both the FIM Superbike World Championship (WorldSBK) and the FIM Endurance World Championship (FIM EWC). With the new generation of the BMW M 1000 RR taking center stage, the event highlighted the ambition and hard work of the BMW Motorrad factory teams as they prepare for a competitive season. Key highlights included:
- Team Announcements:
- The ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team with Toprak Razgatlioglu (World Champion, #1) and Michael van der Mark.
- The BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team, including Markus Reiterberger, Sylvain Guintoli, Steven Odendaal, and Hannes Soomer.
- New BMW M 1000 RR: The new motorcycle was unveiled, reflecting the latest advancements in BMW’s design and engineering, aiming for both WorldSBK and EWC championships.
- Key Speakers:
- Sven Blusch (Head of BMW Motorrad Motorsport) emphasized the team’s ambition to defend the WorldSBK title and win the FIM EWC title.
- Christian Gonschor (Technical Director) discussed the technical preparations and goals for the new season.
- Shaun Muir (Team Principal, WorldSBK Team) expressed optimism about repeating success with Razgatlioglu and van der Mark in 2025.
- Werner Daemen (Team Manager, EWC Team) highlighted the importance of the new motorcycle and strong rider lineup for the Endurance Championship.
- Rider Insights:
- Toprak Razgatlioglu expressed pride in carrying the #1 plate after winning the WorldSBK title in 2024 and looks forward to defending it.
- Michael van der Mark was excited about the strong potential for 2025, aiming for more podiums.
- Markus Reiterberger and Sylvain Guintoli shared enthusiasm about the new bike and the team’s determination to fight for the EWC title.
- New riders Steven Odendaal and Hannes Soomer are eager to contribute to the team’s success and learn from the experienced riders.
- Isle of Man Riders: Peter Hickman and Davey Todd, both Isle of Man TT winners, were also part of the event, preparing for international road races and the British Superbike Championship with FHO Racing BMW.
The season begins with WorldSBK races at Phillip Island on February 22-23, followed by the FIM EWC’s 24 Hours of Le Mans on April 19-20. With strong teams, talented riders, and a revamped bike, BMW Motorrad is set for an exciting 2025 season.
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