Rocking the Road

The Basic Concept: Minimalist Design

The opportunity to turn the 1800cc cruiser into a bobber is much more evident than the R nineT. This is due to the long wheelbase and the above-mentioned stretched appearance. However, Wunderlich simplifies the R 18 with the help of a new purist design statement ensuring one hundred percent the essence of power, coolness, and sovereignty mentioned above. Those who confine themselves to the obvious are easily left missing the details of the overall concept and are concealed in its sophisticated finesse. The aspects are vital because the details make the ultimate difference, proving why it is worth taking a second look at the RockBob. The inspiration from the BMW R5, which undoubtedly contributed to the creation of the R 18, is expressed in Nicolas Petit‘s design: portraying the essentials to the extreme. In doing so, he has emphasized the sheer importance of details from start to finish. One example is the brilliant tail end. The fender nestles like a second skin with minimal distance around the 200 sized rear wheel, allowing the license plate holder elegantly placed on the left side. The maximum miniaturized 3in1 taillights are so cleverly concealed that one must literally thoroughly investigate the bike to recognize them.

Impressively Stylish: Materiality and Craftsmanship

Central and defining detailed elements of the RockBob concept are its materiality, texture and overall sensation. This approach is immediately experienced and visible directly once the rider glances at the bobber: On the swinging saddle and the handlebar grips, which visually display the on-point appearance of the RockBob, bringing the bike‘s flare to the next level.
The traditionally made, ergonomic saddle expresses warm cognac coloring in the rich leather, in which the coloring process advocates patination. The approach promotes the formation of individual character, which only develops in unison with the rider over an extended period.
The vintage-style spring saddle is adorned with the partially attached, diamond-shaped quilting of the cover. The bike‘s impression inevitably recalls images of another icon, namely the BMW R 32, which in 1923 gave birth to the legendary boxer at BMW. This simultaneously applies to the handlebar grips, bound with the same high-quality leather, perfectly matching the saddle.

Inspired by Heritage, Hot Rods, Muscle Cars and Bad Boys

Even if Wunderlich slickly cites the heritage of BMW, a bobber must also be American-inspired and have a distinct rebellious charisma. This ties into the style-forming time of Rock‘n‘Roll and simply belongs to this genre and lifestyle, and of course, the presence of motorcycles belongs to it. Therefore, features of American provenance, which can also be found on hot rods and muscle cars, are inspired by the typical „bad boy“ style and image. For the bobber‘s case, it is reflected in the dark surfaces and the color scheme of the engine and exhaust system: The engine is painted in the highest quality black, and the exhaust system and the manifold are coated in a black heat-resistant ceramic. Wunderlich deliberately chose the strikingly long and less playful silencer of the R 18 Classic. This emphasizes the overall style while limiting noise emissions. The tank displays a noble contrast of the matte, black paint in combination with the precisely applied, glossy double lamination, which is continued throughout the fenders. The handlebars and left-sided license plate holder are integrated into this color concept, including the puristic handlebar end indicators and mirrors. In addition to consistent reduction, chrome-plated series applications or plastic parts have been replaced by milled parts. All these aspects contribute to the clean appearance of the RockBob.

A Bobber with Outstanding Qualities

With the RockBob, Wunderlich has cited milestones of BMW traditions, fraternized them with the stylish elements of the Rock‘n‘Roll era, and staged them expressively and convincingly with the high-quality standards of Wunderlich. The RockBob, therefore, radiates a profound quality impression that is somewhat unusual for a bobber. The bike demonstrates the incredible versatility of customizing options that make individualization possible down to the very last detail without worrying about aspects such as ABE and road approval.

The King of Cool

The RockBob belongs to the category of motorcycles that are affiliated with both respect and pleasure due to their fascination. Before you get on, you approach the Wunderlich Bobber. Perhaps you pull a chair to its side, accompanied by a malt beverage, maybe a Cohiba. This is how you can connect with the machine and grasp the spirit of the RockBob to its fullest potential. This motorcycle tells a story. A story of minimalism and style.

Wunderlich‘s Scalable Customizing Kit for the BMW R 18

Anyone who has found the new RockBob enticing is welcome to contact Wunderlich directly with their inquiry. Suppose you plan to customize your R 18 in part or entirely with Wunderlich products based on your ideas. In that case, we recommend the R 18 bolt-on customizing range. Due to the same technical basis of the R 18 First Edition and the Classic, most custom components from Wunderlich are interchangeable. This allows for the fulfillment of personalized tastes without compromise. Not to mention, all these possibilities without the need for grinding and welding, all with approved and certified components – legal for the road.

Everything at a Glance

RockBob Individual Customizing

Paint and Surface Treatment
• High quality matte black painted and finished engine
• Numerous chrome parts finished to a high standard and then painted matte black
• Series manifold and exhaust system of the BMW R 18 Classic fitting in black heat-resistant
  ceramic coating
• Tank finished in high-quality matte black and tone-on-tone with glossy double-lining of parallel
  wide and narrow lines
• Custom Wunderlich front and rear fenders made of high-grade aluminum, matte black finish
  with glossy double lining – matching the tank design and finish
• Wunderlich‘s custom license plate holder relocates the license plate to the left side and allows
  space for the clean, magnificent tail end. The RockBob perfectly integrates with the rear fender
  and the extremely miniaturized, low-profile 3in1 taillights.
• Custom riser for the handlebar (Ø 32 mm)
• Wunderlich engine plate, lateral view, very exquisite with raised Wunderlich lettering

Upholstery
• Classic upholstery: swing saddle covered with selected cognac-colored leather – partially stitched
  with diamond-shaped stitching; the tanning allows the emergence of an individual patina
• Leather-covered handlebar grips, as well as design and color to match the swing saddle

Suspension and Wheels
• Wheelset: rims, hubs, and spokes finished in black
• Rear-wheel spoked to 6.00×16 with tire 200/60-16
  (standard 180 rear wheel), front 3.50×16 with tire 130/90-16

Wunderlich Components
• Numerous components from the Wunderlich range are integrated into the RockBob: This
  entails the fenders, the lateral license plate holder, turn signals, handlebar end mirrors,
  the adjustable clutch and brake levers, and much more. Wunderlich will soon add the
  swing saddle to inventory for the R 18 series and supplement it with a black variant
  made of imitation leather.

Street legal
• Wunderlich‘s conversion of the RockBob concept bike has been carried out – and as
  always – street legal. This means that if the installed components are not already
  exempt from registration, they have an ABE or can be registered through further assessment.

Web links:
www.wunderlich-boxerspirit.de/coming-soon
Wunderlich Rocking the Road Teaser on YouTube
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www.wunderlich.de/en
www.wunderlich.app
Wunderlich Interactive Showroom