The German brand's Motorrad division displays its alchemical talents with a new limited-run special edition.If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn moreThroughout many well-known historical works of art, master Dutch painters depicted alchemists as foolish and misguided individuals bent on achieving the impossible. Who can blame them? When someone's profession consists of a (futile) quest to work miracles, like turning lead into gold using a magical stone, it's not hard to be cynical.BMW's Aurum editions turn the Triple Black trim into rare, gold-accented stunners. - Credit: BMW MotorradBut maybe it was just because the Netherlands actually held the secret to transmutation all along. If BMW's latest exclusive release for the Dutch market is any indication, I'm inclined to think so.BMW's alchemical overhaul That's because the Motorrad division is releasing special R 1300 GS and R 1300 GS Adventure models as part of a new limited-run Aurum Edition overhaul for the Netherlands. If you didn't study Latin in school (not me), Aurum is the word for gold. BMW is building 100 standard R 1300 GS models and 100 Adventure models. - Credit: BMW MotorradIt's only more fitting when you consider that both models start from the Triple Black Colorway. Unlike the alchemists of old, then, BMW really has managed to turn a commonplace "element" into something considerably rarer.AdvertisementAdvertisementAfter all, the treatment lives up to its name. Both models are limited to 100 units apiece, and they'll each benefit from choice visuals in the form of gold-colored cross-spoked wheels, exclusive Alcantara-look seat and tank cover details and serialized badging.The Vario luggage gets its own unique lettering, too. - Credit: BMW MotorradMoreover, BMW has loaded both bikes with option after option. Along with the Touring Package, Dynamic Package and Innovation Package, each features Adaptive ride height assistance and Automated Shift Assistant (ASA), as well as a suite of Option 719 components.BMW even treats the protective gear and included luggage with some special looks. The sump guards and valve cover guards adopt a deep black, while the cases get sharp pinstriping and lettering denoting the bike's exclusive status.Regardless of which version you choose, it's a head-turning treatment. - Credit: BMW MotorradFrom a distance, the looks appear even more attractive because they echo BMW's iconic Bumblebee livery. It's a colorway that first appeared on the air-cooled R100GS in the 1980s.AdvertisementAdvertisementAs such, even though the brand has left the boxer powertrains untouched, both do at least bring a bonus in some subtle historical ties.BMW serializes Aurum with a special badge on the handlebar clamp. - Credit: BMW MotorradAvailability and pricingThe Aurum Edition is exclusive to the Netherlands and limited to 100 units of the R 1300 GS and 100 units of the R 1300 GS Adventure. The models are priced at €34,950 and €36,950, respectively, which works out to roughly $40,500 and $42,800.BMW Motorrad R 1300 GS Aurum Edition Learn More About the Author: Gray is an associate editor at Gear Patrol, covering cars, motorcycles and anything else with wheels. When he's not chasing the latest industry news, he's probably wrenching on one of many projects. For better or worse, he believes classics make perfectly practical daily drivers.AdvertisementAdvertisementWant to stay up to date on the latest product news and releases? Add Gear Patrol as a preferred source to ensure our independent journalism makes it to the top of your Google search results.