BMW M – PARTNER OF THE MOTOGP™.
BMW M – PARTNER OF THE MOTOGP™.
Experience the extremes.
DYNAMIC DETAILS.
The BMW M5 MotoGP™ Safety Car with BMW M Performance Parts.
THE M XDRIVE.
Maximum driving dynamics on every road, in all conditions. The new M xDrive with Active M Differential permits an even more intensive experience of the outstanding performance of the BMW M5. Using a central intelligent control unit, the innovative system combines the agility and precision of the standard drive with the smoothness and traction of the all-wheel drive. Ambitious drivers can configure M xDrive to their needs whenever they wish – all the way to the pure unadulterated rear-wheel drive.
THE LIGHT BAR.
The flat light bar on the carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) roof is equipped with state-of-the-art LED technology and control electronics. The lightweight, sandwich-construction holder consists of a sub-laminate, a perforated plate in the centre and a carbon fibre covering which is finished in the colour of the car to blend in perfectly. The internal metal panel not only absorbs tensile forces, it also serves to securely fix the light bar, which can be easily removed for transport purposes.
THE CONTROL PANEL IN THE COCKPIT.
The light bar is controlled via an in-house-developed control panel in the cockpit. Here the crew can choose from different light-indicator programmes and blinking frequencies. Additional LED flashes were installed in the front and rear ends. On the front grille, blue LEDS are used, plus the corona rings of the headlights blink.
THE ENGINE.
The heart of the BMW M5, the 4.4-litre V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology, has been completely overhauled by the M engineers. It represents another significant increase in performance compared to previous models, with 441 kW/600 HP and maximum torque of 750 Nm in the production M5. The new BMW M5 only needs 3.4 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h. Transmission is provided by the new eight-speed M Steptronic gearbox with Drivelogic.
THE DESIGN.
The design of the new BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Cars also makes a clear racing statement: it is inspired by the design of the new BMW M8 GTE race car, which will compete for BMW at the 24 Hours of Le Mans next year. Series developers from BMW M and the BMW Motorsport department worked hand in hand on development of the BMW M8 GTE. The design reflects this close cooperation.
SPECIAL RACING FEATURES.
The transformation of the BMW M5 to a MotoGP Safety Car was completed by the inclusion of special racing features and the necessary safety equipment. The front splitter is a prototype developed specifically for the BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car. The bonnet latches are taken directly from racing. The bucket seats from the BMW M4 GTS guarantee a combination of comfort and maximum security for their occupants when being in action on the racetrack.
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1. THE M XDRIVE.
Maximum driving dynamics on every road, in all conditions. The new M xDrive with Active M Differential permits an even more intensive experience of the outstanding performance of the BMW M5. Using a central intelligent control unit, the innovative system combines the agility and precision of the standard drive with the smoothness and traction of the all-wheel drive. Ambitious drivers can configure M xDrive to their needs whenever they wish – all the way to the pure unadulterated rear-wheel drive.
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2. THE LIGHT BAR.
The flat light bar on the carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) roof is equipped with state-of-the-art LED technology and control electronics. The lightweight, sandwich-construction holder consists of a sub-laminate, a perforated plate in the centre and a carbon fibre covering which is finished in the colour of the car to blend in perfectly. The internal metal panel not only absorbs tensile forces, it also serves to securely fix the light bar, which can be easily removed for transport purposes.
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3. THE CONTROL PANEL IN THE COCKPIT.
The light bar is controlled via an in-house-developed control panel in the cockpit. Here the crew can choose from different light-indicator programmes and blinking frequencies. Additional LED flashes were installed in the front and rear ends. On the front grille, blue LEDS are used, plus the corona rings of the headlights blink.
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4. THE ENGINE.
The heart of the BMW M5, the 4.4-litre V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo technology, has been completely overhauled by the M engineers. It represents another significant increase in performance compared to previous models, with 441 kW/600 HP and maximum torque of 750 Nm in the production M5. The new BMW M5 only needs 3.4 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h. Transmission is provided by the new eight-speed M Steptronic gearbox with Drivelogic.
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5. THE DESIGN.
The design of the new BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Cars also makes a clear racing statement: it is inspired by the design of the new BMW M8 GTE race car, which will compete for BMW at the 24 Hours of Le Mans next year. Series developers from BMW M and the BMW Motorsport department worked hand in hand on development of the BMW M8 GTE. The design reflects this close cooperation.
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6. SPECIAL RACING FEATURES.
The transformation of the BMW M5 to a MotoGP Safety Car was completed by the inclusion of special racing features and the necessary safety equipment. The front splitter is a prototype developed specifically for the BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car. The bonnet latches are taken directly from racing. The bucket seats from the BMW M4 GTS guarantee a combination of comfort and maximum security for their occupants when being in action on the racetrack.
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7. THE M PERFORMANCE SPORT EXHAUST SYSTEM.
In terms of the exhaust system, the engineers put their trust in the proven M Performance materials: the BMW M Performance sport exhaust system is made of titanium, with carbon exhaust tips, and has been designed specially for use on the racetrack.
„ It is rather unusual for the BMW M to send such a high-performance car onto the race track, and not to compete for a place. Yet, it’s a tonne of fun to be a part of the MotoGP™. “
