BMW has drawn back the curtains from its latest Motorrad Concept Link, a zero-emissions electric bike. The Link itself is inspired by another concept, the even-more-futuristic-looking Motorrad Vision Next 100 that BMW showcased last year at the LA Auto Show. This connected motorcycle is the brand’s vision of a zero-emissions urban vehicle, which is “not based on today’s concepts, but rather meets the basic functionality needs, the technical architecture and the digital reality of today’s users,” according to Alexander Buckan, Head of Vehicle Design at BMW Motorrad. The bike has distinctive features such as flat energy packs in the underfloor and the compact drive on the rear wheel. The exterior features a two tone colour scheme, with a contrasting grey titanium and semi-matt black body, alongside a semi-exposed interior including the drive unit and cooling ribs. The low-slung bike also features an adjustable seat length, as well as a hidden luggage compartment for easy storage. The bike’s color panels can also be swapped for a custom look. The instrument panel is replaced by a projection. What’s more, functions like opening the door of the underseat storage compartment respond to a rider’s arm movements while wearing a special matching motion-control jacket. BMW has gone even further to envisions the bike choosing music on its own, depending on your preferences! Now ain’t that a smart bike!
