From radical concepts to race-ready superbikes, these are the BMW motorcycles that have commanded our attention this year.BMW's motorcycle lineup, as well as the wider world of custom builders and kit makers that surrounds the brand, is always evolving.This year, we've tracked a wave of new machines, leaked prototypes and custom builds that reflect just how much the brand is pushing across every corner of its Motorrad catalog. From the rugged long-haul promise of the R 1300 GS Adventure to the sharp, track-ready fury of the 2027 M 1000 RR, the range has given us plenty to watch closely so far in 2026.A few standouts rose above the noise. The Motorrad Vision K18 offered a glimpse at where BMW's design ambitions are pointed, while the VTR Customs R 12 G/S Herzberg 12 showed what the platform looks like in the hands of a skilled builder. The 2026 R 12 G/S GS Trophy Competition Bike landed somewhere in between — a factory machine that doesn't pretend to be anything other than focused.AdvertisementAdvertisementWhether you're drawn to the adventure touring segment, the retro-inflected R 12 family, or the custom scene orbiting BMW's air-cooled twins, there's been no shortage of worthwhile coverage this year. Scroll through what we've been following.Collage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 10 Anos Fábrica de ManausThe biggest and most capable GS in the stable looks even more appealing when done up with a limited-run treatment.By Gray Van DykeCollage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.AdvertisementAdvertisementBMW Concept RRRecent documents reveal that the brand's jaw-dropping carbon-clad stunner continues to be top of mind.By Gray Van DykeCollage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.2026 BMW R 12 G/S GS Trophy Competition BikeJust because it's purpose-built for racers doesn't mean it's (completely) forbidden fruit for everyday riders.By Steve MazzucchiCollage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.AdvertisementAdvertisement2027 BMW R 12 G/S Option 719 Hematite (Frozen Brooklyn Grey Metallic)Throwback spirit, modern tech and custom-level paint add up to one nearly irresistible off-road-ready package.By Steve MazzucchiCollage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.2027 BMW M 1000 RRThe German brand's motorcycle division has given one of its most exacting performance machines a fresh competitive edge.By Gray Van DykeCollage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.AdvertisementAdvertisementBunker BMW R nineT Scrambler Custom BuildThe stripped-down build draws inspiration from early adventure bikes that nailed form by prioritizing function.By Steve MazzucchiCollage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.BMW Motorrad Vision K18If this inline six-driven work of art/science project isn't the future of motorcycles, I want to live in the alternate reality where it is.By Steve MazzucchiCollage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.AdvertisementAdvertisementVTR Customs BMW R 12 G/S Herzberg 12The German brand's throwback off-roader looks even better with a Swiss custom shop's pitch-perfect aftermarket treatment.By Steve MazzucchiCollage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.BMW R 1300 R Superhooligan Custom1976 was a pivotal year for the German brand's two-wheeled reputation, and this eye-catching R 1300 R makes for a fitting tribute.By Gray Van DykeCollage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.AdvertisementAdvertisement2026 BMW F 900 R Frozen GreyTry not to be too "jaloux" when you see what the renowned German brand has been getting up to over in L'Hexagone.By Steve MazzucchiCollage of nine close-up images of various motorcycle parts including BMW logos, fuel tanks, engines, and handlebars in different colors and styles.BMW Wunderlich Edition X KitThe German brand's big boxer-powered GS motorcycle is even sharper after a streamlined enduro-inspired transformation.By Gray Van Dyke