G-Power details BMW M6 Coupe tuning program

640 HP and 777 Nm

Following a preview last November, G-Power has released complete details about their upgrade program for the BMW M6 Coupe (F13).

The Bi-Tronik III power kit increases output of the V8 4.4-liter twin-turbo engine from 560 HP (412 kW) and 680 Nm (501 lb-ft) to 640 HP (471 kW) and 777 Nm (573 lb-ft).

As a result of these changes, the M6 will reach 62 mph (100 km/h) from a standstill in only 3.8 seconds (0.4s quicker than stock model), on its way to a top speed of 196 mph (315 km/h), whereas the standard modelwith M Driver's Package can reach 189 mph (305 km/h).

It sits on 21-inch Silverstone RS alloys by G Power shod in Michelin Super Sport tires measuring 265/30 ZR21 front and 305/25 ZR21 rear. Other changes include a coilover suspension, in-house ceramic braking system and a custom titanium exhaust system which is 12 kg (26.4 lbs) lighter than the standard one and comes with 100mm carbon tailpipes.

The power boost will set you back 5,200 EUR, ceramic braking kit (front axle) is 14,460 EUR, wheels + tires combo is 8,325 EUR, while the coilover suspension is an extra 2,179 EUR. If you want the aforementioned titanium exhaust system prepare 5,985 EUR.

Source: G-Power via Worldcarfans

BLITZ BMW R75/6 ‘GSKY’

It was only three years ago that Fred Jourden and Hugo Jezegabel started Blitz Motorcycles. But the Paris-based workshop is now one of the biggest names on the European new wave custom scene, thanks to a string of unconventional ‘old timer’ customs.

This is Blitz’ latest build, christened ‘GSky.’ It’s an offroader based on a 1976 BMW R75/6, a bike that offered 745cc and 50hp in stock form. Which might not sound like much, but at 462 lbs. with a full tank, an R75/6 weighs 90 lbs. less than a current model Harley Sportster 883.

Blitz’ client wanted an ISDT enduro influence, so Fred and Hugo added a neat twist to the Beemer: a vintage Husqvarna 250 tank. After all, until a few weeks ago, BMW Motorrad owned Husqvarna … “So we thought it’d be fun to do something the two brands would never be able to do,” says Jourden. “Combine them in one project.”

The finish of GSky, predominately blue, looks raw at first glance but serious thought has gone into this machine. After a thorough overhaul—including the suspension—the R75/6 frame was shortened and 4-centimeter taller shocks fitted. The frame has also been powdercoated and the bike rewired with updated electrics. A dual ignition coil is now hidden under the custom seat unit.

Blitz have replaced the stock Bing carburetion with 32mm Mikunis, breathing through pancake-style K&N motocross filters. The upswept exhaust system is custom fabricated, and fitted with grilles for heat protection. (“It works,” says Jourden.) Tires are Pirelli motocross rubber.

The bars and throttle are Tomaselli, and a rebuilt Japanese vintage brake cylinder was fitted, hooked up to new hoses. The head- and taillights are also vintage, and the choke knob is stolen from an old Bang & Olufsen hifi system.

It shouldn’t work, but somehow it does. And it looks like a lot of fun to ride.

Head over to the Blitz website to see more of Fred and Hugo’s builds. And follow the news from Paris via the Blitz Facebook page. Images courtesy of Denis Boussard.

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Beauty in the Beast / Ducati

A while back we featured Cafe Racer Dream‘s Monster 695 as work in progress; a budget build that Efra and Pedro were putting together for  Carlos.  Pedro used to work for Ducati Madrid and has always been a fan of the original Monster as she comes outta the box, but there were always a few details he didn’t like, and this build gave them a chance to put those details right.

To really make your mark on the Monster you need to remove the tank, but as this was off the menu the guys concentrated on sorting out the fugly seat setup, handmaking the seat and a whole new rear end of the chassis. Next up were the Headlight and clunky clocks, replaced with neater items with the speedo from Motogadget.

Indicators and mirrors were also swapped out for much nicer items, and although she retains the trademark Ducati red frame the tank was repainted by Pedro & Co in a metallic grey using the old school Ducati ‘double-line’ logo from the late 70s. Our favourite of all the Ducati marks.

It doesn’t get any better than Motogadget.

Updated rear end is a huge improvement.

Overall it’s a pretty modest upgrade leaving the rest of the bike stock, including the exhaust and even the end cans, but it still makes a huge difference to the feel of the bike. If only they came like this outta the factory. Cafe Racer Dreams have put some Beauty into the Beast.

Pedro & Efra’s kitchen needs a woman’s touch.

For more from Cafe Racer Dreams check out their pages on The Bike Shed, or go to their own site HERE.

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