LEGO Technic has revealed what it is describing as the ‘ultimate street and track champion motorbike’… in LEGO form, of course, with a replica of the BMW M 1000 RR motorbike.
The set is the latest in a partnership between LEGO Technic and BMW Motorrad and gives fans the chance to own the first ever BMW ‘M’ bike – a badge which is steeped in heritage and synonymous with motorsport, engineering excellence and attention to detail.
The 1,920-piece immersive build includes a new and fully functional three-speed gearbox, front and rear suspension, front steering, a gold chain, three different screen dashboard options and a printed windshield.
It also comes with a racing stand and display plate.
“It’s been so much fun getting underneath the skin of such a significant model for BMW Motorrad,” commented Samuel Tacchi, designer at The LEGO Group. “There’s a reason why these beautifully engineered bikes are so universally loved by the biking community, and we are confident our LEGO Technic version is a winner like its real-life namesake.
“The set has a truly authentic design, features functional yet intricate working parts, provides a challenging build and is visually stunning. It’s also the largest ever LEGO Technic bike set and we know the building experience will be just as addictive as the adrenaline rush from taking the real thing out on the track.”
Ralf Rodepeter, head of brand and product at BMW Motorrad, added: “When BMW Motorrad’s management announced the first-ever M-developed motorcycle, the BMW M 1000 RR, everyone knew that the result was going to be something special.
“In the same way, the LEGO Technic team realised it would take something never-seen-before to pay true tribute to the M RR. The result is both a motorbike and a Technic model that are state-of-the-art within their respective fields.”
The set is due to launch in LEGO stores and on www.lego.com/bmw on 1 January 2022 and other retailers on 1 March 2022 for £174.99.
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