Features Dad-Daughter Duo Does Distance –August 31, 2010 In November of 2006 Lisa Hecker decided she wanted to become a biker! Her dad, Marty Cover, had been an active rider many years earlier and Lisa couldn't help but notice how he always spoke fondly of those days. So she got an idea. Her birthday was coming up... >>more GS Day Recap –July, 2010 We had an amazing turnout for our 2010 GS Day. Dr Frazier was at Bob's to tell us stories about his around the world adventures. >>more Meet Identical Twins Todd & Troy Dibell and Dave & Bob Witt Two Sets of Twins with the Same Passion for Riding –July 17, 2010 Many of us remember the moment when, as young kids, we realized that motorcycles were cool and decided we’d be riders someday. That’s how it was for >>more The Natural –June 15, 2010 It’s always great to work with a “Natural.” That’s someone who, you know, just seems like they were born with the knack for doing something really well. Training and acquired skills are important, of course, >>more Square Route Rally Recap –June 4-6, 2010 The 2010 Square Route Rally held June 4-6th at Camp WestMar near West Virginia. Bob Henig gave a speech on opening night called "How to Buy a Used Motorcycle the Smart Way." Our BMW Master... more>> David Grunberger's Excellent Ride to Vintage & Classic Bike Day –May 23, 2010 Despite the fact that it was already raining in the morning, and more wet stuff was in the forecast, a total of six hardy souls including David met at the Double T Diner...more>> 2010 European, Classic & Vintage Bike Day –May 23, 2010 The true enthusiasts showed up despite more than enough rain in the early morning hours to make one consider the insanity of it all. By 11:30 hundreds of fantastic original, restored and customized motorcycles...more>> Bob's Vintage and Classic Day –May 22, 2010 The parking lot was full most all day with assorted vintage, classic and more modern BMW and a nice selection of some non-BMW's. These images are just a small sampling ...more>> Flea market at Bob's during Vintage & Classic day –May 22, 2010 Mother nature treated us exceptionally well this year delivering a beautiful sunny day with some mixed clouds. Not a drop of rain fell all day. 21 spaces were reserved in advance and another 5 people simply...more>> Wounded Warriors Support Picnic –May 14, 2010 Bob's BMW recently provided the 201st Airborne Squadron with some financial support, a lot of BMW caps for the troops and several rides in Bob's Duetto sidecar. The event was held at Andrews AFB in Suitland, MD as part of the Joint Services Air Show. Soldiers recovering from injuries sustained in Afghanistan...more>> International Female Day and Bob's Female Day Ride –May 8, 2010 Basically they all braved strong winds and serious gusts for about 60 miles on excellent Howard and Montgomery County back roads following my brief safety and road courtesy, communication ...more>> BMW GS Series 30th Anniversary –April 16, 2010 It's hard to believe that it's been 30 years since BMW introduced a radical new motorcycle to the public. The original BMW R 80 G/S received a "love it/hate it" reaction from everyone who laid eyes on it, and >>more Chuck Brown's (UBR2 Winner) S1000RR arrives at Bob's BMW –April 14, 2010 Finally, after waiting for over 4 months since getting that incredible 1 in 2,278 chances phone call on the evening of November 14, 2009 that he was the Grand Prize Winner in the 2009 Ultimate Bike Raffle >>more UBR2 Drawing and Gala –November 2009 I can't believe that we more-or-less wrapped up this gigantic FUNdraising effort up on Saturday evening but we did. My wife Suzanne and I plus several of our staff who volunteered their time hosted over 100 people for the UBR2 Gala held in the showroom at Bob's BMW. I must share...more>> PBTF, Ride for Kids® co-founder Mike Traynor dies –September 14, 2009 With heavy hearts, we regret to announce that Mike Traynor, President of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and co-founder of the Ride for Kids®, passed away this morning after a brief illness. He was 70. more>> G. Wayne Livesay Continuing Education Scholarship –August 28, 2009 The recipient of the G. Wayne Livesay Continuing Education Scholarship (established by Bob & Suzanne Henig in 2007) was Pfc. Stephanie Wall, she more>> Howard County Police Department The Howard County Police Department is the latest regional law enforcement organization to recognize the superiority of BMW motorcycles. They have just taken delivery of a G650GS, more>> 2009 Heritage and Rolling Rally Recap Why does Bob's look like a KOA campground? This year the BMW MOA and the BMW RA are held their respective rallies on consecutive weekends in July. Some riders wanted to attend both rallies so...more>> David L. Hough enters the AMA Motorcycling Hall of Fame On May 21st, David L. Hough was voted into the AMA Motorcycling Hall of Fame! David L. Hough, a long time enthusiast and writer, has received one of the highest honors given in the motorcycling...more>> Charlie's Adventure with BMW Offroad Academy After 10+ years and 150,000+miles of enjoying, riding and traveling on bikes, I'm prepared to say this is the most fun I've ever had on a motorcycle.The BMW Off-road Academy is a must-do for...more>> Stimulus Plan Includes Motorcycles! –February 17, 2009 Here’s some very positive news for motorcyclists regarding the record Stimulus Plan that President Obama is signing today. The AMA (American Motorcyclist Association) fought to have motorcycles included as "qualified vehicle" purchases under the stimulus plan. That means that anyone purchasing a new motorcycle this year will be able to deduct their sales and excise taxes on their 2009 tax return! This little part of the comprehensive stimulus bill is probably not going to get mentioned on the evening news. So please help spread the word about this new development to all the motorcyclists you know! You can learn more details by reading the entire AMA Press Release HERE >> The Report Card is in! Bob's ranks #1....again! –January 22, 2009 How can Bob’s remain a TOP selling dealership and still deliver the nation’s BEST customer...more>> Ride For Kids® Sets New Record with $5.2 Million in 2008 –December 22, 2008 The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation's Ride for Kids® program...more>> A Letter from Bob About the Ultimate Bike Raffle –November 1, 2008 Hi everyone! Well it took almost 6 weeks (one would think people would make this a priority) but I finally heard back...more>> Upcoming Events Garage Tour, Ride & Eat Events September 12, 2010- POSTPONED! 19th Annual Howard County Police Pace 2010 September 12, 2010 Women’s Day at Bob’s! September 25, 2010 Ride For Kids September 26, 2010 Bob's BMW Veterama and Oktoberfest October 2, 2010 YouTube Videos from YouTube Here's a selection of videos on YouTube that we like and want to share. Click here to see our YouTube favorites. Recent Events Recap Season Kickoff and Open House Recap –April 27, 2010 We had an amazing turnout for our 2010 Season Kickoff and Open House. Chris "Teach" McNeil amazed the audience with his daring stunts. Bob presented two 100,000 mile awards to...more>> 2010 BMW Dealer Meeting and Introduction of the S1000RR –January 26-28, 2010 The 2010 BMW Dealer Meeting and S1000RR introduction in Palm Beach Florida took place this week. BMW offered the S1000RR to only the 48 dealers in attendance. Each of the 48 received early delivery of the...more>> Official S1000RR Uncrating at Bob's BMW –January 16, 2010 This is how you build a superbike!The BMW S 1000 RR. When we build a superbike, we have no time for second best. We now present the very latest in racing power. With an aluminium bridge, radial brakes, a super sporty...more>> Hot August Nights –August 20, 2009 Brooks is shown with our HOT Umbrella Girls Kandyce and Ericka and the HOT new BMW S1000RR at Bob's BMW during the HOT AUGUST more>> Sportbike Day Recap –June 27, 2009 Why were all those nice Ducati, Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda, Moto Guzzi, Aprilia, Kawasaki, Victory, and Harley-Davidson motorcycles doing in the Bob's BMW parking lot last Saturday? more>> Bob's Spring Open House and GS Day –April 25, 2009 Thanks to all the great folks and fine friends who came and enjoyed this marvelous day with us. And so our Bob's Open House, April 25, 2009, goes into the history books...more>> Bob's Flea Market 2009 –Saturday April 18, 2009 A great turnout with weather to match. Sunburns, Smiles and great deals all around. Things got rolling well before 9:00 AM with several participants... more>> Holiday Cheer Recap –December 23, 2008 Holiday Cheer was a great day at Bob's! Mother Nature treated us to a clear, crisp day. We were very happy...more>> The Ultimate Bike Raffle –October 6, 2008 On Saturday, October 4, 2008, in front of a large crowd of onlookers attending our annual Oktoberfest, we drew the winners' names for...more>> BMW Motorsports and Industry News 2010 World Superbike Championship in Australia –March 5, 2010 A dramatic opening round of the 2010 World Superbike Championship in Australia resulted in a day of mixed fortunes for BMW Motorrad Motorsport. During the final warm-up at Phillip Island circuit, team rider Ruben Xaus collided with...>>more BMW ‘Crotch Rocket’ to Compete Against Superbikes From Japan –August 7, 2009 (Bloomberg) Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, a maker of motorcycles since the 1920s, plans to begin selling a high- performance bike in January to compete with dominant models from Honda Motor Co. and Suzuki Motor Corp. more>> Team BMW Motorrad Motorsport News –July 26, 2009 BEST WEEKEND OF THE SEASON FOR TROY. RUBEN INJURED. The work done away from the track, together with the recent successful Italian tests, all added up to Brno being the best weekend of the season to date. Troy finished a superb fifth more>> Never Miss a Date –February 11, 2009 With every passing year, the BMW Motorrad sporting schedule becomes increasingly packed. In order to make sure that you don’t miss out...more>> Customers and Their News A Letter from Chuck Brown, UBR2 Winner –May 7, 2010 Some of you have been following my very lucky event of winning a 2010, BMW S1000RR from Bob's BMW in Baltimore, Maryland. The grand prise in his Ultimate Bike Rally 2 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Well, I flew back this last weekend to receive it. I had a wonderful time and >>more Mountain Carving with New S1000RR and a Bob's Key FOB –April 16, 2010 Bob's Key FOB is the main attraction as the S1000RR carves it way through the mountains. The rider took a 2 year hiatus from riding and is enjoying the curves. Click HERE to see the video.>> 100,000 good memories on my BMW! –March 22, 2010 Dave Cowgill of Delaware, a long time customer of Bob's BMW Motorcycles has achieved greatness by riding 100,000 miles on his BMW motorcycle. In appreciation for his dedication to the sport, Bob's BMW has awarded him with a Certificate of Merit and a medallion commemorating his achievement. Dave stated more...>>> Henry Winokur Receives the Richard B. Schreiner Memorial Award –March 1, 2009 On Saturday the 21st of February at the Maryland (MD) Motorcycle Safety Program's yearly Instructor's conference, Henry Wonokur was presented with the Program's major (and only yearly) award: the Richard B. Schreiner Memorial Award "for excellence in Motorcycle Safety". It's the 3rd year...more>> Rinse Cycle –March 2, 2009 BMW will be showing examples of self-made “Real Riders” ads in the next few issues of our eNewsletter. Here’s an F 650 GS (twin cylinder) owner Elsie Smith’s own ad...more>> BOB-arazzi...Spanning the Globe Attention all you Far-Flung Fashionista! Send us a photo of yourself wearing a Bob’s T-shirt or Bob’s Road Crew hat from some interesting spot anywhere on the planet...more>> Motorcycle Training and Safety Classes Motorcycle Safety Classes at Howard Community College Learn to ride, smarter, faster, and better...more>>