THE low seat of the new BMW F 800 R gives women, whose feet often don’t touch the ground on bigger machines designed for men who are generally taller, the opportunity to experience the excitement of riding on two wheels.

This parallel twin cylinder open roadster has anti-lock disk brakes back and front, and a two-cylinder high-tech water cooled engine. It is the perfect bike for complete novices looking for a taste of freedom on the open road.

Typically, new riders don’t have the confidence to jump onto a superbike. The new BMW motorcycle assures with its even delivery of power and abundance of safety features.

In this video we see the BMW F 800 R in action, and hear from BMW Motorrad South Africa general manager Alexander Baraka about why he thinks this smart new motorcycle offers exciting possibilities for bike fans looking for a package that is lightweight and offers excellent handling.