BMW is a name forged in engineering excellence and open-road legacy. Its machines are built to dominate highways, twisties, and dirt trails. Still, the finest BMW can feel incomplete without accessories that mirror its innovation and elevate performance.
What if your ride’s weak spot is… your accessories? Imagine if your phone dies mid-route, tire pressure drops silently, or you miss filming that mountain pass sunrise. That’s where the right upgrades can save the day.
This blog cuts through the noise. We have curated a list of tech upgrades, safety essentials, and adventure-ready add-ons to transform your BMW into an unstoppable beast.
Safety Accessories
Safety first, always. By that, we mean gear that shields you and others on the road. This section covers gadgets designed to prevent accidents and ensure you’re protected to handle them if they strike.
1. Helmet
For your safety, we recommend choosing a top-notch helmet, such as the BMW System 7 EVO. It’s a modular flip helmet, constructed entirely from carbon fiber, which makes it lightweight and strong.
A notable feature of this helmet is the integration of the Multi-directional Impact Protection System (MIPS), which reduces rotational forces on the head during angled impacts, potentially lowering the risk of brain injuries.
2. Auxiliary Lights
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Night rides and foggy mornings demand more than stock lighting. If you often hit the road in low-light conditions, the BMW Auxiliary Light Kit is a must-have upgrade. It uses high-intensity LEDs to extend your forward visibility, helping you ride safer after dark.
The kit comes with a vehicle-specific wiring harness, a handlebar-mounted switch, and sturdy brackets for clean installation.
Most BMW light kits are plug-and-play. That means you don’t have to modify your bike’s electrical system to enjoy better visibility right away.
Tech and Navigation
Most riders still rely on smartphones for navigation. But in reality, phones are fragile and not made for such a rugged job. The fix is purpose-built tech that blends with your bike’s DNA.
3. Smart Digital Display
If you’re a fan of car-style fancy digital dashboards, where you get speed, maps, music, and even messages in one place, then a smart display like the AIO-5 Play is exactly what your BMW needs.
The AIO-5 Play for BMW is a sleek, high-res unit that mounts right onto BMW’s factory Navigation Prep and works perfectly with the Wonder Wheel and built-in TPMS. It brings Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to your bike’s cockpit, giving you access to navigation, calls, and music with glove-friendly controls and a screen that stays bright even in direct sunlight.
4. Smart Motorcycle Riding System
If you’re looking for more than just a display, something that also covers recording and safety, there’s a smarter upgrade.
The AIO-5 Lite is a full-featured smart riding system that builds on the AIO-5 Play but adds serious functionality. It packs a 4.3” high-brightness touchscreen that not only runs CarPlay and Android Auto but also handles front and rear dash cams, real-time TPMS, and ride data logging. The rear cam also keeps an eye on traffic and even alerts you to blind spot activity.
Camera and Recording
Dashcams are standard for cars, but bikes? Well, recording options are available for two-wheelers too.
5. Motorcycle Camera
We know, not every rider needs a full system. If you just want a high-quality, dedicated recording device, the AKY-710S UHD Motorcycle Camera is a solid pick.
This compact camera delivers impressive video quality, supporting up to 4K resolution at 28 frames per second. It makes sure that every detail of your ride is captured with clarity. For smoother motion capture, it also offers 2K resolution at 55 frames per second.
The AKY-710S is powered by an 1800mAh battery that provides up to 5.5 hours of continuous recording in 1080P resolution with Wi-Fi off. This extended battery life ensures that you can document long rides without frequent recharges.
Power Solutions
Hour-long rides in remote countryside mean no power outlets, and a dead phone or camera battery. Here, you need charging systems that tap into your bike’s juice without draining it dry.
6. Charging Module
You may know that standard USB port chargers on vehicles are slow since they don’t match up phone’s power. What if you get a power hub that is capable of not charging phones but high-powered devices like laptops?
The TR100 Charging Hub is designed to solve that problem. This compact charger draws power from your bike’s battery and feeds it to your gadgets. It supports up to 100W USB Power Delivery and features trickle charging to keep your devices healthy and fully charged for any emergency.
With an IP66 rating, it handles rain and dust with ease. The unit is easy to install and works with smartphones, tablets, and notebooks alike.
7. Wireless Phone Holder
Mounting your smartphone on the handlebars sometimes is necessary, maybe to charge on the go. In that case, you’ll want a well-padded, secure holder. The Chigee CG2 Wireless Charger Phone Holder fits the bill – compact, with no messy cables, and charges wirelessly straight from your bike’s battery.
It offers 25W wired and 15W wireless fast charging. With shock absorption and secure locking, your device stays safe on bumpy roads. A 360° rotation feature lets you adjust the viewing angle easily.
Luggage Options
For long hauls, you need some storage that’s tough, sleek, and never rattles loose.
8. Tank Bags
We recommend getting the BMW Adventure Collection Tank Bag. It’s made from durable nylon fabric and features a waterproof main compartment with a removable inner bag and roll-top closure.
On average, its capacity can expand from 12 to 18 liters, giving you enough room for your daily ride or weekend trips. Tools, snacks, documents, or even a light jacket, it handles all.
Additional features include a waterproof, touch-sensitive clear compartment on the lid for easy access to your smartphone, a cable passage for charging devices while riding, and an anti-slip foam base that keeps the bag stable no matter how twisty the road gets.
