Concept Racer, a Mexican motorcycle customization shop, has breathed new life into a 2004 BMW R 1150 GS Adventure. The bike, with its impressive 120,000 kilometers on the clock, was transformed into a unique custom creation at the request of Bartolome Rullan, a seasoned architect with a lifelong love for motorcycling.
Rullan’s vision, which included a stripped-down aesthetic, a focus on performance, and a nod to classic adventure motorcycles, was brought to life by the skilled team at Concept Racer. The transformation was extensive. The Concept Racer team dismantled the GS, removing unnecessary components such as the pannier brackets, exhaust system, and part of the subframe to create a more streamlined and lightweight machine.
The bulky front fairing and dual headlight arrangement were also replaced with a more minimalist setup, giving the bike a more aggressive and purposeful look. Beyond the cosmetic changes, Concept Racer also focused on enhancing the bike’s performance. The engine, despite its high mileage, was still in excellent condition and was retained as a testament to the GS’s durability.
However, the team did make modifications to the suspension, brakes, and other key components to improve handling and responsiveness. The result is a truly stunning custom motorcycle that captures the essence of adventure while showcasing Concept Racer’s expertise in motorcycle customization. Rullan’s passion for motorcycling and his collaboration with the talented team at Concept Racer has created a unique and inspiring machine that is sure to turn heads on the road.
The R 1150 GS has undergone a significant transformation. A new stainless-steel exhaust system from Unit Garage in Italy now replaces the original one, featuring a two-into-one layout and a high-mounted silencer. While the suspension and brakes remain unchanged, the bike’s rims have been given a fresh coat of gold paint and wrapped in Continental’s TKC 80 Twinduro tires.
The bike’s appearance has been further enhanced with a new color scheme, combining a white base with accents in BMW’s motorsport colors. A shortened subframe supports a new saddle upholstered in red and black leather. The rear end now features an LED taillight and a minimalist license plate bracket, resulting in a cleaner and more streamlined look.
Up front, the bulky stock fairing has been replaced with a grilled, yellow-tinted headlight and LED turn signals. A lower fender and a single Acewell instrument cluster complete the new front-end design. Surprisingly, the rest of the cockpit equipment remains original.
