Introducing "Billie" my new Beemer.

I have finally done it! I am now the proud new owner of a BMW... a BMW motorcycle that is.

I've finally got around to buying the bike that I hope some day in the not too distant future, will carry me around the world.

It's big, it's black and it's beautiful.

Within the first 3 days, I'd almost racked up 1000km's on the clock. (for a funny story, check out Virginia's blog here) This machine is amazing. How could the Germans be SO far in advance of all other manufactures? They just seem to know how to get things right.

So for those interested, the stats:

	Engine Type	Single Cylinder, Water Cooled, Four-Stroke, DOHC, 4 valves
	Displacement	652 cc
	Fuel capacity	4.0 U.S. gallons / 15 L
	Seat height	78.5 cm
	Dry weight	(excluding options & accessories) 176 kg
	Wet weight	(excluding options & accessories) 192 kg
	Tires	Front: 19 in. Rear: 17 in
	Brakes	Front: 1 disc, 2 piston caliper; Rear: 1 disc, 1 piston caliper;
	Final drive	520 O-Ring Chain

It also has the added options of heated handgrips, electronics plug, raised windscreen, ABS brakes (with an on/off switch for off-road riding) and front fork fenders.


This is my new baby!