BMW MOA Motorrad Fest
The desire to offer a second national event opposite the MOA National Rally has existed for several years. While the MOA mastered the production of a national rally each summer many years ago, organization leadership …
Our Storied Lives by Bob Coonan
From The President’s Easy Chair: I first became aware of BMW motorcycles in 1975 while living in Wisconsin, when a neighbor would leave for work each morning and his bike would blast out this high-pitched …
Our New Home on the Web
Welcome to the new Web site of the Bavarian Mountain West Motorcycle Club of Idaho. We are a Boise-based club that includes riders from around the state and are proud to be BMW MOA Chartered …
BMW Motorrad announces R 12 S, an homage to the classic R 90 S
BMW Motorrad’s newest entry in their heritage lineup evokes one of the most famous BMW motorcycles of all time, the R 90 S. In 1976, the R 90 S saw victories at the Isle of …
MOA Members Lean into the Holidays with 20% Rebate at BMW Dealers!
Just in time for the holidays, BMW Motorrad USA is offering all BMW MOA members a 20% discount for purchases of original BMW Motorrad apparel, accessories, parts, classic parts, service parts, and replacement OEM parts. …
Our storied lives
Social Darwinism may be a controversial concept to some, but the idea is pretty compelling. Basically, it’s a parallel to natural selection in biology, but focused on the evolution of behavioral patterns instead of physiological …
Jon Secrest on Riding Into the Sunset
JON SECREST: Taking up motorcycling at age 64 is an interesting way to discover a passion. Along the way, Jon has relished the rides he’s taken and friends he’s met. His advice to other seniors: …
200MBB: Jon Secrest
200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 65 features Jon Secrest, member since 2022. We’re pleased to introduce our guest host, Ed …
“Jungle” Bob Mugele on Riding Into the Sunset
JUNGLE BOB MUGELE: Bob’s motorcycle journey began 50 years ago on a Honda Trail 90 while serving as a missionary in the remote jungles of southern Mexico. Hence, the nickname Jungle Bob. Since then, he’s …