Cafe Racer (BMW K100 RS by Retrorides by Lourenço)

(Subtitles available in 30 languages)
If you never liked the BMW K100 fuel tank, this video is perfect for you.
Because the project presented on this video, has the perfect solution to turn the K series fuel tank, into something classic and beautiful.
Since 2017, I had the privilege of presenting 2 amazing BMW K100 projects from this Custom Builder.
And this time, He made it way better than the previous projects.
In fact, i believe he created one of the most spectacular K series projects I have ever seen.
This awesome BMW K100 RS, was built in Brazil, by Gustavo and Rodrigo Lourenço, the owners of "Retrorides By Lourenço".
I hope you like it.
This video, was made in memory of José Lourenço, who now rests in peace.
My special thanks to Pedro Torres, for his great help with my english.
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[@konrad_seidel]

Being the mastermind behind a reference-model like this is probably the ultimate goal a builder can achieve in his life. RIP José Lourenço. Thank you Racer TV.

[@jonv7623]

Nobody has ever remade the K100 like Retrorides have, absolutely amazing!

[@RACER_TV]

Indeed. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@Andrewlone174]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGrVfpKOfa2Xbqs

[@rsbharley4766]

Great video Racer . Gustavo and Rodrigo Lourenço have build the best K100 on the planet. I will never look at a K100 the sane way again, an excellent job. José Lourenço RIP. Ride safe and take care mate. Cheers

[@RACER_TV]

Indeed. That is precisly what I think. Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. You too. :) Cheers.

[@pereira_neto]

Simplesmente perfeito. Tive a oportunidade de trabalhar com eles e com o incrível José Lourenço. Nunca esquecerei de seu feitos e como foi uma pessoa boa. Parabéns por conseguir transmitir no vídeo tudo o que conseguimos sentir quando vemos essa moto ao vivo. Obrigado racer TV.

[@AR-15-685]

When you're done making any type of design "you think to yourself that it's the best design that you've ever made" but looking back at it a few months or years, it makes you think that you could have done better. But this one is perfectly beautifully done.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@Daisson42]

I'm working for BMW Motorrad and the first time i saw this bike i was speechless. Pure perfection!

[@Heavywall70]

This is high on my top ten list this year. I love the rear swing arm and That sub frame section with the “K100” etching is sublime.

[@AndreOliveira-ed8km]

Definitivamente um dos melhores vídeos do canal. Parabéns pela trabalho. Uma das motos mais belas que já foi apresentada aqui. Que Deus conforte a família desse gênio e o receba de braços abertos no céu. Muito bonita a homenagem feita pelo canal. Sucesso!

[@jligmart]

Caso visse esta BMW K100 nas ruas não conseguiria jamais descreve-la... mas este canal o faz com classe, elegância e precisão. Racer TV descreve arte com muita elegância. P.a.r.a.b.é.n.s.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo simpático comentário. :) Um abraço.

[@ReneMenezes]

Not considering all technologies involved... For me the BMW of the American Guy who lives in Thailand is still BEST OF ALL BIKES i ve seen. .. minhas sinceras condolências à família Lourenço ..

[@user-ib3lt2xv2g]

Obrigado Victor por este vídeo incrível. Falar sobre os construtores nos faz valorizar ainda mais seus projetos e ajuda a torná-los uma "lenda". Parabéns à família Lorenzo e um pensamento muito bom para o Sr. José Lorenzo. 🙏

[@franklinpauley3900]

BMW needs to put these boys on the payroll that bike is beautiful and the geometry is unbelievable wow

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@AdoteAzhar]

Amazing presentation RT, thank you!

[@RACER_TV]

You are welcome my friend. My pleasure. Cheers.

[@sergioguerra1246]

Uma das mais lindas já vistas. Parabéns aos irmãos Lourenço.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@suesterseel]

Oh God, my RS in my Garage waits😮😊

[@nogocux]

Love the Lourenco bikes. Again a masterpiece.

[@bruceanderson8720]

The finest of the finest!

[@kermitthefrog6363]

Once again great video my friend and best wishes for the summer riding season..!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. :) Cheers.

[@dagie4a]

What a beautiful project. I love your channel i like so much your presentation and all this amazing bikew around the world. I wish all the best to Lorenzo's family Best regards from Greece

[@tinolino58]

Wow, what a wonderful video to start my day! Thanks a lot 😎

[@TulioG]

Beautiful... absolutely beautiful!!!

[@lylemacdonald6672]

A highly refined build for sure. I like the low heavy look of the early BMW K and current R9T cafe builds; it adds to the muscular look. As much as I like to look at these highly technical builds such bikes are not in the realm of my fiscal nor technical reality. As such it would be great if you can present some shed built machines on your channel. Maybe you could solicit shed contributions from subscribers for a few of your highlighted machines.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective, and for your sugestion. A few years ago, I thought making a video about amateur builds. But judging by photos I usually get by email or message, the quality level is almost always too far from what it should. I'm afraid that a video with this kind of amateur constructions, could push people away or discourage them from doing a project well done. But thanks Lyle for the sugestion. :) Cheers.

[@michaelgreen4585]

But no fenders mudguards the rider would get soaked 😂😂😂😂

[@RACER_TV]

Not exactly. Nowadays, a cafe racer bike has to be considered as a second bike, or just a bike to ride on good weather.

[@revive_moto]

😂 do you think they are riding this in a waterfall 😂

[@MarkoDeLaVoota]

plenty os sunshine in many places , unless you are in UK that is

[@osvandremolinari]

Linda moto, Irmãos Lorenzo sempre impressionam nos projetos. 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@tochtli4200]

mucho talento y creatividad aparte de superar lo que ya estaba lo mejor de todo en familia

[@RetroRidesTV]

Olá Vítor, a apresentação que você fez da moto foi impecável, o vídeo mais uma vez ficou incrível. Agradeço em nome da nossa família pela bela homenagem feita ao meu pai, Até a proxima ! Hello Vítor, your presentation of the bike was impeccable, the video once again was amazing. I thank you on behalf of our family for the beautiful tribute paid to my father, See you next time!

[@RACER_TV]

Olá caríssimos irmãos Lourenço. Fico muito contente que tenham gostado do video, e da merecida homenagem ao Vosso Pai. E muito obrigado por criarem projectos tão bons e inovadores. Foi um verdadeiro prazer e uma honra poder ser o primeiro a apresentar a melhor K100 Cafe Racer do mundo. :) Um grande abraço para todos. Hello dear brothers Lourenço. I'm very happy that you liked the video, and the well-deserved tribute to Your Father. And thank you so much for creating such good and innovative projects. It was a real pleasure and an honor to be the first to present the best K100 Cafe Racer in the world. :) A big hug for everyone.

[@TheChineiz]

🇧🇷😌

[@dr.carlosandresfallascordero]

Olá, sou fã dos vossos projectos... Criaram um belo legado espero em nome de Deus poder realizar um projecto com este modelo de motocicleta, saudações da Costa Rica!

[@power77]

Beautiful bike, beautiful film! 👌🏻

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@MotoMango]

I really need to find a k100 for a project. They are such awesome bikes!

[@motomaniacobr]

Excelente vídeo, moto maravilhosa, mais uma moto do Brazil... isso é lindo... Pais de poucas ferramentas, mas muita criatividade e vontade... parabens pelo video, parabens aos Irmãos Lourenço... mais uma vez este Canal me incentiva muito a construir minha própria motocicleta. Feliz por assistir tudo isso.

[@emiljanojonuzi7481]

Beautiful machine 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@carlosgooglemaps94]

Gorgeous, great looking motorcycle overall, “but”, I never liked upside down handlebars, I think it’s a cheap solution on a very expensive project (in my humble opinion “as always”)🤗👍🏻

[@Daltrogil]

Brasil!. 🤗🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@slaviivanov6766]

Brutal bike!

[@si5567]

nice identity 👍

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@ComputerGeekOnTwoWheels]

God speed Lourenço...

[@cincinnatusromanus1767]

Very inspirational. I've got work to do on my k100 :D

[@caferacercalifornia]

RIP Jose 🙏

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. :) Cheers.

[@coelho_rr]

Finally someone did what I have always been bothered about k100 caferacers bikes. that fuel tank shape unmatching the overall style lines.. If I was going to buy one and customize myself that it was one of the things I would not let as original. I also have some unusual ideas for the exhaust. Meus pêsames para a família Lourenço

[@carlosandleon]

I still didn't see anyone with the balls to keep the OG fairing.

[@crisz937]

Does anyone know where I can buy the bike parts that where made by retrorides to transform the bike?

[@Tis_Greece]

I can't find any site of them,is anyone who know how can I find them?

[@budact4837]

Que belleza por dios 😍❤️😍❤️😍❤️ 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@barrywittmer4136]

WOW

[@digger-59]

Does anyone know the title of the background music ?.

[@RACER_TV]

It is a cover from "12 O Clock - VANGELIS"

[@digger-59]

@@RACER_TV thank you.

[@manstoneband]

Hello, I am building a 1978 BMW R80, can I contribute my project to you?

[@jackrunner6997]

Just out of curiosity: Was Mr Jose Lorenzo vaccinated?

[@scottmolinari]

If only it would be a real person narrating this cool video.....

[@RACER_TV]

Unfortunately, things are more complicated than most people may think. I use this "robotic" voice created by software, because I'm Portuguese, and my bad English accent (and voice), can ruin the documentary character that I like for my videos. I already tried a real British voice in one of my videos, and, surprisingly, almost everyone hated it. Curiously, the robotic voice sounds realy very good for to non-English natives. :) Cheers.

[@olasod1]

I dont know if the rear suspension is more than the looks? The kit is chinese at as far as I know they cant do good suspensions yet. Would have been nice if they gave that chock the boot and installed a KYB, Ohlins or similar. Except för that, whatta bike 👍🏼🥳🥰🤘🏻

[@RACER_TV]

This rear suspension was developed by the Brazilian Loureço Brothers themselves. They sold drawings of the suspension kit, and it is currently for sale on several websites. Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@mark675]

4:11 PMSL

[@pixel2327]

Whats the background music please?

[@RACER_TV]

It is a cover from "12 O Clock - VANGELIS"

[@pixel2327]

@@RACER_TV ❤️

[@wooddawg4868]

No one is going to ride a motorcycle for enjoyment humped over for long.

[@karlohartleb2776]

This is really a very nice machine. But the seating position for the driver is unfortunately not that spectacular. If the knee angle was a little less than 90 degrees, then this bike with a rider would look a whole lot better.

[@pnamalex]

Can someone pls tell me the name of the song?

[@RACER_TV]

It is a cover of "12 O Clock" from VANGELIS. :) Cheers.

[@pnamalex]

Thank you

[@peterroycroft6433]

No mudguards, no gloves, no brains.

[@sicks6six]

In my short time of liking motorcycles and scooters I've seen a lot a fashions and trends come and go. Skellys. Cut downs. Mirrors & spot lamps. Sidewinder seats. Racks. K&Q seats. Snetterton. Ape hangers. T bars. Drops. Cafe racers etc. put a proper seat on it rear fender trail bars and it will be OK. Imo. brat is without doubt the worst. This looks so uncomfortable a trip to shops will be like all of route 55 in one day.

[@MidniteSan]

Back breaking well thought out engineering 👏, but not my cup of tea. Too sport bike ish and lack of simplicity. Well done 👍.

[@L.A9397]

🔥🔥❤❤❤🎯🎯🎯

[@sicilyincolor]

La voglio

[@brockcroy805]

The front tire is on backwards. Also, not a fan of destroying these classic BMW K bikes. It is very clean, just not for me.

[@RACER_TV]

Lol. No. Both tires are correctly mounted. I checked after reading your comment. I respect that some classic bikes should not be customized. But personally, I believe the BMW K bikes are not on that category. But Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@mark675]

standard they look like sh't so why not make it look better?

[@natalieb7583]

everything gets reduced with the dumb AI voice

[@RACER_TV]

Unfortunately, things are more complicated than most people may think. I use this "robotic" voice created by software, because I'm Portuguese, and my bad English accent (and voice), can ruin the documentary character that I like for my videos. I already tried a real British voice in one of my videos, and, surprisingly, almost everyone hated it. The good news is that I have already found a perfect artificial voice for my channel, which is very realistic in the emotion with which it speaks every word. Very soon i will test it on one of my videos. :) Cheers.

[@Zdrav0]

This will be in top 3 best cafe racers of 2022

[@RACER_TV]

Indeed. Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@Alecasand]

The details, the perfection of the design in every line make this bike one of the all the time best, not just 2022, well, I least that what I think so.

[@Andrewlone174]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGrVfpKOfa2Xbqs

[@roadglide]

While BMW sleeps the Brothers Lourenco improve and thrive. Viva La 🇧🇷 Brazil! Brilliance is glorious.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@alexandrpump]

Когда я увидел их предыдущий кафешник бмв к-серии, я сказал что это лучший мотоцикл что я видел в жизни, но они переплюнул и сами себя... Вот этот кафе рейсер это лучший мотоцикл что я видел в жизни!

[@dejavu83]

muhteşem bir makine, muhteşem bir video, muhteşem bir fon müziği, her şey olması gerektiği gibi.. Lorenzo dayıya da Allah rahmet eylesin

[@1PaulG1]

Ive never liked the look of the K100,as I am a airhead fan, but this bike looks very nice

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@BFitz1976]

Think this is my favourite bike from you videos. A fantastic episode and tribute to a creative gentleman 👍

[@cristianirimia4649]

Beautiful piece of art I'm happy I own one 1984 😁

[@crisz937]

Does anyone know where I can buy the bike parts that where made by retrorides to transform the bike?

[@oscarlazo6636]

Thanks for sharing this beauty🙏🙏

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@oscarlazo6636]

Lazocaferacers. Thanks for all your videos . You gave me a lot of ideas for my bikes👍

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

This is the new standard for the K series. Their 3D design and printing is remarkable. I think this is the most spectacular BMW build that I have seen. Overall, this is a beautiful machine and the design just seems to flow. R.I.P. José! And, as always, thank you for Racer TV, the Café racers only choice! Hope you are doing well. I’m sure you’re having some beautiful weather to ride. Take care my dear friend…

[@bcarpuat5782]

Superbe Café Racer ! Tout y est, technique (cnc, impression 3D, électronique) et esthétique très réussie. Félicitations aux frères.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Salute.

[@uroshavalon]

Bon voyage to maestro Jose and amazingly beautiful design of that square engine beast. Front fearing is a beautiful beginning of the entire top line. Thank you Victor for another art video.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. :) Cheers.

[@TheTonyjara]

I would like it....but for me it needs to be more comfortable....but the power train and styling F$$K YEAH!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@petem5603]

wow!!! what a beautiful bike!!! great job!! you should make calendar's... id buy one. i posted without watching the entire video... im very sorry for ur loss..

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. :) Cheers.

[@orcunmd]

Congratulations. Looks great..

[@arnoldmichels2874]

The most beautiful K 100 ever seen she’s stunning

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@1of1RTR]

He left one superb legacy !!! his bikes spectacular 🤙 🇺🇸

[@colors_and_tastes]

_This is the best _*_TRANSFORMATION_*_ I have ever seen in my entire life_ _This is not only a machine. This is a piece oft beaux arts_ _To be honest, I'm proude to be a _*_GERMAN_* *_PEACE_*_ and prosperity for the world! God bless the brothers Lourenco!_ _BIG LIKE_

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective.I'm glad you liked it so much. :) Cheers

[@R2D2trashcan]

My God that’s a Thicc boy.

[@Bishal_Goswami]

Rest in peace master 🙏🏻

[@andreashk9291]

WoW very cool 😎

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@xiaobeixu8359]

愿老先生在天堂 有马达轰鸣声陪伴🙏🙏🙏

[@pablofranciscomelendeztole9725]

Máquina hermosa con un refinamiento excelente no hay duda las café racer son hermosas por dónde las veas gracias por estos fabulosos videos.

[@itsalldoable]

What a truly beautiful bike and all of the last few issues with the donor bike have been addressed now. What a fine tribute to José. Kind regards Paul

[@RACER_TV]

Indeed. Thank you Paul for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@irineumf]

Wonderful motorcycle! Proud to be brazilian🇧🇷!

[@RACER_TV]

I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Um abraço.

[@Endureromex]

Parece ser que no hay filtro de aire, que éste entra directo por los conos laterales, ¿es así o está el filtro escondido?

[@RACER_TV]

Yes, there is a protection net(filtro) inside each velocity stack. :) Saludos.

[@Reverendos]

My deepest condolences, dear Lorenzo brothers. Your Father is in the soul of every motorcycle manufactured. We will pray for his memory. Beautiful masterpiece. The ingenuity continues and is surpassed in each generation. Great video

[@rinaldovieiradasilva5872]

Maravilhoso trabalho completo e o farol com a pequena carenagem perfeita.Que o Sr. Lourenço plantou continue prosperando.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo simpático comentário. :) Um abraço.

[@ljiv2387]

can u please do the subtitle transparent it kind of hide it..thank you

[@RACER_TV]

Unfortunately no. On the options list of your video window, you can change the subtitle transparent color, but you can't hide it. Cheers.

[@OMotoViajante]

moto brutal !!! eis uma referencia ao teu racer TV kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJnYaXedltOMeas

[@RACER_TV]

Olá Francisco. Muito obrigado. Já deixei um comentário no teu video, e também coloquei o teu canal na lista de canais em destaque da Racer TV. Um grande abraço. :)

[@OMotoViajante]

@@RACER_TV eu a que agradeço, não só os excelentes videos que fazes como também essas referencias ! aç

[@choniron]

Fantástica moto, una verdadera joya

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@arafathassan930]

Awesome story telling, sorry for the Brothers loss.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@kennethreynolds8]

For one condolences to the Lourenco family, and secondly what an absolutely fantastic bike they built.

[@TyinAlaska]

God bless you Jose Lorenzo. May your legacy last forever.

[@kimthakkukimchi9]

The Best Retro Motorcycle Ever Made Of All Class 1. HONDA CB125R ABS 2. KAWASAKI VICTOR 150M 3. HONDA CB200 (1980) 4. HONDA CB250R ABS 5. YAMAHA XSR300 ABS 6. Yamaha RZ350 7. HONDA CB400SF 8. 2002 Suzuki GS 500 9. SUZUKI SV650 ABS 10. YAMAHA XSR900 ABS 11. YAMAHA MT-10 ABS

[@chrisb.1464]

Once you've told the problem with BMW K series was the petrol tank nobody but the one's K you showed then, dared to replace. Personnally I love the original aluminium K tank, which is a part of K's identity. Here the solution is found and I couldn't do anything but ... 👍

[@oliveroliver7330]

As always a truly fantastic contribution to design. According to me the tank is also inspired by the vintage BMW 507. I can spot the same train of thought in the design of the tank of the current nineT. Do you agree?

[@mantrajack3549]

Has only me spotted an Ebay headlight in 0:46? That sketchy E mark seems to indicate one. No hate, just curiosity :) I bought the same though.

[@magicmostard3863]

state of the Art K-Cafe Racer. I couldn't see anything which is not perfect! But the Tyres, really???!!!

[@Alecasand]

Just perfect, "details creates the big picture".