BMW Motorrad Customizing Championship 2023
For many years the R 18 has inspired bikers worldwide to live a truly meaningful life on two wheels. Anyone who drives one of the R 18 models is deeply connected to the calling of his soul. And a proud member of a likeminded community. With this year’s BMW Motorrad Customizing Championship we want to celebrate outstanding creativity and artistic craftsmanship. We want to see next level customizing that makes us feel the #SoulFuel spirit. Let’s ride this trip together.

The BMW Motorrad Customizing Championship is the customizing contest of the year! In our 100th anniversary year, we celebrate the #SoulFuel spirit excessively. And what better way to do that than with an international customizing contest for the R 18. In the coming weeks, customizers from all over the world will set out to create something unique. Soon you will be able to admire the results and take part in the voting. Six bikes will be chosen by our professional jury and one by public voting. These most outstanding bikes will move on to the grand finale in Berlin.
Most important dates
Most important dates
- National contests: 15.05. – 16.07.2023
- International semi-final and voting of the best bikes: 25.07. – 25.08.2023
- World final in Berlin: 28.09. & 29.09.2023
A true icon
A true icon
The R 18 is predestined for customizing. The versatile heritage bike can be transformed into a unique masterpiece. With the creativeness of a devoted customizer it becomes an outstanding work of art. Discover the R 18 family and let yourself be inspired. Experience pure #SoulFuel and dive into the unique success story of the R 18 in our Heritage World.