WATSONIAN DEVELOPS NEW CHAIR FOR BMW RETRO

Watsonian has built a concept sidecar for the BMW R 18 Classic cruiser, featuring an all-new body shell and many bike-specific details. Demand for sidecars has remained strong over the past 18 months, particularly from owners of retro and cruiser machines, and Watsonian recognised the new BMW R 18 Classic would be suited to sidecar duties. Inspired by BMW’s rich heritage, the design team at Watsonian chose a new body shell that has been in development during lockdown, because its lines match those on the bike and its shape is evocative of BMW sports cars of the 1930s. There is a new platform chassis, with independent suspension, and an R 18 front wheel for physical and aesthetic balance. To mount the sidecar as close the motorcycle as possible, a section of the nose was removed and a heat shield fitted, to accommodate the large cylinder protruding from the engine block. For information call 01386 700907 or visit www.watsonian-squire.com