2013 HP4 - Superbike based on S 1000 RR - Pricing starts at $20,525

BMW Motorrad announced pricing for the highly anticipated 2013 HP4 at the Intermot Show in Cologne, Germany today. The new HP4, the lightest 4-cylinder supersports bike in its class, will be available for purchase through authorized BMW Motorrad dealers by the end of 2012.

The Standard model is offered at $20,525 MSRP and is equipped with:

• DDC (Dynamic Damping Control) semi active suspension (a world first in production motorcycle construction)
• Launch control for optimal acceleration
• Akrapovic full titanium exhaust
• Seven-spoke forged aluminum wheels in gloss black
• Radial Brembo Monobloc brake calipers
• Race ABS with new IDM calibration
• DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) with new 14-step adjustability
• Gear shift assistant
• A Pillion Rider Package featuring a rear seat and rear footrests to accommodate a rear pillion rider
• Heated Grips

The Premium model is offered at $24,995 MSRP and includes the Standard model equipment as well as:

• A Competition Package featuring
  • HP carbon engine spoiler
  • HP carbon trim
  • HP folding clutch and brake levers
  • HP rider footrests – adjustable
  • Forged aluminum wheels in Racing Blue Metallic
  • Sponsor decal kit (not mounted)
• Pillion Rider Package (described above)
• Heated Grips

Making its world press debut today in Cologne, the new HP4 is based on the popular BMW S 1000 RR superbike and combines lightweight, massive power with razor sharp handling. The 2013 HP4 is a continuation of BMW Motorrad's HP model series founded in 2005. Following the boxer models HP2 Enduro, HP2 Megamoto and HP2 Sport, the BMW HP4 is the first 4-cylinder motorcycle in the HP family and the most advanced production sporting motorcycle ever built. Offered with its own distinctive multi-color paint finish in Racing Blue Metallic / Light White/Sapphire Black Metallic, the HP4 will only be available in limited numbers.

Unified Destination and Handling charges through authorized BMW Motorrad Dealers in the U.S. is an additional $495.

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