2015 BMW-Motorcycles Touch Up Paint (2 OEM Colors)

The 2015 BMW-Motorcycles Vibe

2015 was the year BMW decided that "sensible German engineering" needed a shot of adrenaline. Whether you were carving canyons on an S1000RR or crossing a continent on an R1200GS, the aesthetic was all about precision. While the catalog had its share of greys, the survivors that really defined the era were the high-impact classics. We've focused our archive on the heavy hitters that refuse to fade into the background-specifically that iconic, high-voltage Racing Red and the sophisticated, deep Maroon found on the touring elite. These weren't just colors; they were statements of intent in a world full of boring commuters.

Paint Health Check

Welcome to the Thin Paint Era. By 2015, the robots in Berlin had become surgical with their sprayers. They perfected "efficiency," which is a fancy way of saying they applied the absolute minimum amount of paint required to look good on the showroom floor. The result? A finish that is beautiful but brittle. Owners from this year often find the paint "soft," meaning it doesn't take much more than a stiff riding boot or a gritty tank bag to rub right through the clear coat at the contact points. If you look closely at the leading edges of your fairings or where the seat meets the tank, you'll likely see the "Robot Efficiency" wearing thin.

Restoration Tip

Because this factory paint is so thin, the biggest mistake you can make is trying to fix a chip with one "heavy" application. If you blob a thick drop of paint into a shallow crater, it'll stand out like a sore thumb against that flat, robotic factory finish. Build your layers slowly. Apply a thin skin of color, let it flash off, and repeat until the depth is just right. This era of paint doesn't have the "meat" of the old lacquer days, so patience is your only friend. Don't try to fill the hole in one go-layer it up like a pro, or you'll be staring at a lumpy repair every time you mount the bike.