BMW 318i M40

BMW M40 is a piston engine with a SOHC inline-four M10 replacement and was produced from 1987 to 1995. It uses a camshaft belt like M20 6 cylinder. Displacement ranged from 1.6 L to 1.8 L. M43 is a direct successor, who wore a chain driven camshaft, but in 1989 the BMW also released the M42, higher performance four-cylinder DOHC engine with dimensions of the same block with 1.8 liter M40.

Engine BMW 318i M40

Motronic 1.3 M40 engine uses fuel injection, hydraulic tappets and have known for ticking over time, this is usually caused by wear and tear due to oil starvation and poor maintenance, M40 engine is also more susceptible to wear and tear than any other engine E30 lobes, usually caused by blocked spray bar oil and a combination of poor materials. When the cam is used, the engine can not rev high and the only solution is to replace it.

Specification BMW R1200GS

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BMW R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure motorcycles manufactured in Berlin, Germany by BMW Motorrad, is part of the BMW group. This is one of the BMW GS family of dual sport motorcycles. Both bikes have a 1,170 cc, 2-cylinder boxer engine with 4-valves per cylinder. This adventure has a fuel tank capacity of the larger and longer travel suspension. In 2012, BMW R1200GS bikes is their best selling model.

History BMW R1200GS

When launched in 2004, R1200GS is 30 kg (66 lb) lighter than the R1150GS replaced, and produces 100 bhp (75 kW), an increase of 19%. BMW continued to produce R1150GS Adventure, released a special edition model run-out end, before launching the R1200GS adventure at the end of 2005, for the 2006 model year.

In 2007, the upgrade is done for both models for the 2008 model year. Power increased to 105 bhp (78 kW), a new Integral ABS II anti-lock braking system was released without servo assistance and new options have been added including electronic suspension adjustment (ESA) and Automatic Stability Control (ASC) traction control system.
In the 2010 model year, both models have a revised cylinder head with a double overhead camshaft, increased redline limit to 8,500 rpm, and the exhaust flap in the exhaust to give a different tone. Power increased to 110 hp (82 kW) 7,750 rpm.

Popularity BMW R1200GS

In 2007, the R1200GS is the best-selling motorcycle that BMW has built, which exceeds 100,000 units. In 2006, the R1200GS was the best selling bike in the UK. Both models have combined sales of 2,227 units, compared with the next best selling bike, the Honda Fireblade which sold 2,067 units. Nearly one-third of the 100,000 units sold by BMW Motorrad worldwide in 2006 were R1200GS. In 2008, the R1200GS was once again BMW's best selling motorcycle, with 22,845 standard models and 12,460 Adventure models being delivered. In 2012, Cycle World called R1200GS "the most successful motorcycle in a two-and-a-half decades" and is credited for making the adventure touring category.

Specification BMW E36 M3

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The E36 M3 debuted in February 1992 and be in dealer showrooms in November that year, it was the first M3 powered by a straight-6 engine. Used engine is 2,990 cc (182 cu in) S50, which produces 210 kW (282 hp). Was originally available as a coupe only, BMW introduced M3 convertible / cabriolet and sedan versions in 1994, in the absence of M5 models in the BMW line-up between the end of the E34 M5 production in 1995 and the launch of the E39 M5 in 1998 pushed the model introduced Motorsport four doors.

In September to November 1995, the M3 coupe and sedan, respectively, were upgraded to 236 kilowatts (316 hp) 3.2-liter engine S50B32. At the same time, the cars received clear indicator lenses, new wheels and a 6-speed gearbox. Conversions do not accept these changes until February 1996.
The E36 chassis M3 was touted as one of the best handling cars of the 90s in independent tests by Car & Driver. Known for its benign handling and balance, the car is popular amongst circuit racers and track enthusiasts. The E36 was also one of the first cars BMW designed mainly with computer aid with the use of detailed Finite Element Analysis and other software.

Racing history BMW E36 M3

In 2012, an E36 M3 driven by Daniel Merkins and Smiley Tim Ryan GotOrgans? competed in the 5000 Alcan Winter Rally, a rally started in Seattle to the Arctic Circle and back, which marked the first time that the M3 has competed in this grueling motorsport event. M3 is the choice of vehicles unprecedented for this rally, however, it proved to be one of the most reliable cars competing in it, never citing damage or starts hard in the cold, and the snow had become.

Performance and Models BMW E36 M3

The E36 M3 is also available as a saloon in the UK for a limited period during 1995-6, in which around 400 RHD models were sold in the UK. Such variations have a slightly softer suspension but could be purchased with the firmer coupe set-up if the customer wished. Increasing the performance did not change with the standard 286 bhp (213 kW; 290 PS) (more than the U.S. model by some margin). 3.2 Evo was introduced with 316 bhp (236 kW; 320 PS).
There are six special edition models of the E36 M3 produced: the M3 Euro-Spec (Canadian Edition), M3 LTW, M3 GT, M3 GT-R, M3-R, and the Imola Individual (often referred to as the GT2) (the last of the E36s)

There is also the M3 Anniversary Edition only produced in 1999 for Australia. This is the last year of production for the E36, with only 50 coupes and 70 convertibles being made. Furthermore, "BMW Individual" is able to custom design an M3 with specific colored leather, woodgrain and other personalized options including polished magnesium alloy wheels from the Anniversary edition. Convertible does not have the sports seats found in the coupe but still retain all other features.

Specification BMW E30 M3

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BMW M3 is a high-performance version of the BMW 3-Series, which was developed in-house by BMW's motorsport division, BMW M. M3 models have been derived from the E30, E36, E46 and E90/E92/E93 3-series, and sold with coupe, sedan and convertible body styles. Upgrades over the "standard" 3-Series cars include more powerful and responsive engine, improving the handling / suspension / braking systems, aerodynamic body enhancements, and interior / exterior accents with the tri-color "M" (Motorsport) emblem. Over the years the M3 and M5 has become the benchmark against which the means of sports saloons in its class are compared despite competition from Mercedes-AMG and Audi Quattro GmbH (Audi RS).

The E30 M3 road car

Road car engine produced 192 hp (143 kW) with a catalytic converter and 197 hp (147 kW) without catalytic converters.

The "Evolution" model (also called the "EVO2") produced up to 217 hp (162 kW). Other Evolution model changes included larger wheels (16 X 7.5 inches), thinner rear and side window glass, lighter bootlid, front spoiler and rear spoiler deeper additional.

Body and Suspension BMW E30 M3

The E30 M3 is different from the rest of the E30 line-up in many ways. M3, although using the basic unit-body shell as the standard E30 same, equipped with 12 different and unique body panels for the sake of improving aerodynamics, as well as "light box" wheel-arches in the front and rear to accommodate a wider track with wheels and wider tires and higher. The only exterior body panels the standard model 3-series and the M3 shared were the hood, roof panel, and sunroof.

The E30 M3 is different from the standard E30 by having a 5x120 wheel bolt patern. The E30 M3 had increased caster angle of the front suspension changes. M3 had specific solid rubber offset control arm bushings. It used aluminum control arm and the front strut tubes have been changed to a design similar (bolt on kingpins and swaybar mounted to strut tube) to the E28 5-series. This includes bringing more than 5 series front wheel bearings and brake caliper bolt spacing. The rear suspension is a carry over from the E30.

Specification BMW GS

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BMW GS BMW dual purpose motorcycles off-road/on-road which have been produced from 1980, when the R80G / S was launched, to this day. This refers to both the GS Gelände / Straße (German: off-road/road) or Gelände Sport. GS motorcycles can be distinguished from other BMW models by their longer suspension travel, upright riding position, and a larger front wheel - usually 19 to 21 inches. In May 2009, the 500,000 th GS produced, R1200GS models.

GS models

GS has been available with a variety of different machines, including single-cylinder, water-cooled twin-cylinder and twin-cylinder air-("airheads") and air / oil-cooled ("Oilheads" and "Hexheads").

Airheads GS

The first shaft driven GS model is a R80G / S with cc air-cooled, flat-twin boxer engine 797.5. BMW 247 engine, which is also equipped with many other bikes in the range BMW, known as the fool. The most appreciated version is R80G/S-PD "Paris-Dakar" model featuring a larger tank, which was launched in celebration of the R80G / S Paris Dakar Rally win. In certain markets the 649.6 cc R65GS version is also available. Early machines used a combined rear suspension and drive swingarm called a Monolever.

Oilheads GS

In 1995, the introduction of the next generation R-259 or oilhead engine signaled BMW's entry into modern adventure models, with a series of larger displacement models including the R850GS, R1100GS, R1150GS and R1200GS. Later models have electronic engine management, ABS braking, twin spark plugs, and more power than the model stupid. R1200GS this time, sometimes referred to as hexhead as revised cylinder head shape, is 30 kg (66 lb) lighter and, with 105 horsepower (78 kW), more powerful than the R1150GS.
The R1150GS and R1200GS Adventure is available in a version that adds fuel tank larger, lower gearing, suspension upgrades, and optional offroad tires to make the adventure more suitable for difficult off-road trips with heavy loads of equipment and supplies. The two-cylinder horizontally opposed "boxer" engine provides a relatively low center of gravity compared to motorcycles with inline-4 or V-twin.

Specification BMW F1

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BMW has been involved in Formula One in a number of capacities since the inauguration of the World Drivers Championship 'in 1950. The Company entered occasional races in the 1950s and 1960s (often under Formula Two regulations), before building M12/13 turbocharged BMW inline-four in the 1980s. This machine is the result of an agreement is an agreement between BMW and Brabham, which resulted in the team's chassis powered by a BMW engine from 1982 to 1987, a period in which Nelson Piquet won the championship in 1983 driving a Brabham BT52-BMW. BMW also supplied the M12/13 customers to ATS, Arrows, Benetton and Ligier teams during that period, with varying degrees of success. In 1988, Brabham temporarily withdrew from the sport and BMW withdrew support from the official machinery, which is still used by the Arrows team under the Megatron badge. Turbocharged engines are prohibited by the revised Formula One Technical Regulations for 1989, rendering obsolete M12/13.

History BMW F1

BMW decided to return to Formula One at the end of 1990 with no signing an exclusive contract with the Williams team, which requires a new engine supplier Renault's long-term after the withdrawal in 1997. This program resulted in the creation of new V10 engine which made its debut in the Williams FW22 race in 2000. The following year the partnership steps from midfield to challenge for race wins, but the desired championship remained elusive because of the dominance of Michael Schumacher and Ferrari in the first half of the 2000s. In 2005, the relationship between BMW and Williams have detoriated, and BMW decided to split up and buy the rival Sauber team directly.

BMW Sauber project lasted from 2006 until 2009, and result in a substantial increase in the competitiveness for the Swiss former privateer team. Two podium finishes in the first year followed by a third in the constructors' Championship solid in 2007 (which became second when McLaren was disqualified). In 2008, Robert Kubica just won the race team, the 2008 Grand Prix of Canada, and lead the Drivers Championship 'at one point, but the team chose to focus on developing the 2009 car and slipped back in the final standings of the season. The 2009 season was a major disappointment as the F1.09 chassis proved uncompetitive. That combined with the global financial recession and frustration about the limited company of contemporary technical regulations in developing technology relevant to road cars, BMW chose to resign from the sport, to sell the team back to founder Peter Sauber.

Engine BMW F1

Following the start in 1977 of the Renault Formula One project with a turbocharged engine and increase success thereafter, BMW decided to build their own turbo engine for the sport, a program which was announced to the media in April 1980. This engine is based on the M10 unit, four-cylinder, 1.5-liter, normally aspirated engine that was originally designed in the 1950s. Racing derivatives, M12 has also been used in a race during the intervention period, won the race in Formula Two and other categories. In 1979 and 1980, providing a fleet of cars BMW M1 is identical to other professional drivers in Formula One and racing BMW M1 Procar Championship, round which is held during the Grand Prix race weekend, thus strengthening ties with sports marque. At the same time, Jochen Neerpasch by Paul Rosche oversee the development of a prototype 1.4-liter turbo engine, which soon develops 600 bhp at 2.8 bar pressure. It is equipped with a single Kühnle, Kopp & Kausch (KKK) turbocharger and Bosch electronics, including fuel injection systems. This engine formed the basis of the M12/13 design, the unit race that BMW ultimately supplied to five teams from 1982 to 1988.

Specification BMW F12

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BMW 6 Series F06/F12/F13 a tourer / coupe large executive car produced by BMW. BMW introduced the information and pictures in September 2010 of the Concept 6 Series, which was introduced at the Paris Motor Show 2010.
The third-generation BMW F13 (coupé) and F12 (convertible) that was released for the 2012 model year at the 2011 Shanghai Auto Show and New York Auto Show.
At the beginning of Series 6 Coupe models including 640i, 650i. 640D, 650i xDrive then added.

6 Series Convertible was unveiled in 2011 BMW 2011 North American International Auto Show. U.S. models including 650i beginning. 640i is also available.
BMW revealed that the 6-Series Convertible on 18 November 2010. Fold the fabric is still compared to the E93 3 Series convertible is equipped with a metal roof. On March 13, 2011, BMW released pictures and detailed information about the Coupe.

Gran Coupe

Gran Coupe (F06) is the result of the BMW CS Concept, a vehicle that is intended for a slot in the top of the lineup next BMW 7 Series flagship sedan. CS Concept never made it to production due to the deteriorating economic situation in 2008, which also saw retired from BMW M development executive Gerhard Richter. Gran Coupe has often been compared with the Audi A7 and Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class four-door coupé market executive. However, the Gran Coupe is larger and more expensive than the CLS and A7 and the price is close to the Porsche Panamera. Prices for the BMW 640i Gran Coupe is slightly higher than the BMW 740i, the Gran Coupe is placed as a more conservative alternative stylist for Series 7.

M6 Gran Coupe (2013-)

M6 Gran Coupe includes 20-inch M light-alloy wheels, leather trim, heated driver and front passenger seat, auto-dimming rearview and exterior mirrors, alarm system and the BMW Professional radio with the experience of hi-fi speakers, an optional 4-zone system with a control panel in the rear compartment, such as the BMW Head-Up Display M-specific, park Distance Control, rearview camera, High Beam Assistant, Speed ​​limit Info, Lane Change Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Surround View and BMW Night Vision with a confession pedestrians. Other options include M multifunction seats, heated rear seats, Comfort Access, heated steering wheel, Soft Close Automatic function for the doors, electrically operated sun blinds, a new generation of professional navigation system, Bang & Olufsen High End Surround Sound system.