BMW HP2 Sport (2011-2012) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2011, the German motorcycle maker released the BMW HP2 Sport, a sports motorcycle that debuted in 2008 as a replacement for the BMW R1200S and continued production until 2012, when it was replaced by the HP4 model.

The bike was fitted as standard with a quick shifter, an Ohlins suspension system, many carbon fiber body parts, front Brembo brake calipers, lightweight forged aluminum wheels, and Metzeler race tires.

When first released in 2008, the BMW HP2 Sport was very well received, unlike the other two HP2 motorcycles. The 2005-2008 HP2 Enduro and the 2007-2010 HP2 Megamoto were not as well received but quickly became collector items with high prices on the used market.

In the appearance department, the 2011 BMW HP2 Sport had standard features, such as a front fairing with a small windscreen, a single headlight, a single seat, an under-seat-mounted exhaust system, a single-sided swingarm, and the-spoke lightweight forged aluminum wheels.

The bike's suspension was handled by an Ohlins Telelever front and an Ohlins Paralever rear system, delivering excellent suspension performance and handling capabilities. As for braking power, the wheels were fitted with two 320 mm brake discs on the front and a 265 mm brake disc on the rear.

In the performance department, the 2011 BMW HP2 Sport had its soul brought to life by a 1,170cc four-stroke air-cooled twin-cylinder boxer engine that delivered an output power of 133 hp at 8,750 rpm and 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) torque at 6,000 rpm.