BMW South Africa has announced the SA-only M2 RR Edition, a limited-run model developed alongside the M 1000 RR and S 1000 RR M2 Edition special-edition superbikes.
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In a bid to showcase their familial connections, for the first time BMW South Africa and BMW Motorrad SA have teamed up to develop new special editions based on a vehicle and a duo of superbikes – the former and latter coming in the shape of the M2, and M 1000 RR and S 1000 RR.
Distinguishing the M2 RR Edition from its “standard” M2 stablemate, the limited-run model’s bodywork is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic. It also features unique front and rear splitters, replete with black and red inserts, and a large rear wing. The M2 RR Edition sports a specially customised Akrapovič exhaust system.
Stepping inside, the M2 RR Edition’s black and red seat upholstery is complemented by red contrast stitching. A sunroof is fitted as standard.
BMW M2 RR Edition SA launch date
BMW SA has confirmed the M2 RR Edition will launch in our market in the fourth quarter of 2026. Final pricing will be announced at launch. Only 10 examples will be available — split between the manual and M Steptronic automatic models.
As a reminder, the current-generation M2 employs BMW’s familiar S58 powertrain. The 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six unit produces 353 kW, and 550 N.m and 600 N.m in the six-speed manual and eight-speed auto models, respectively. BMW claims a 0-100 km/h sprint time of 4.0 seconds for the M Steptronic-equipped variant, while the manual derivative reaches the 100 km/h marker two-tenths of a second later, at 4.2 seconds. Both models top out at 285 km/h.
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