ERIN SILLS Hits 219MPH at Mojave Mile, Extends Land Speed Record Streak

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April 21, 2016

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • ERIN SILLS, twelve-time land speed record holder, hit 219.3MPH on Hunter Sills Racing’s production-spec BMW S1000 RR at Mojave Magnum 1.5-mile standing start, showcasing the platform’s capabilities despite challenging crosswinds.
  • The team previously dominated Bonneville with five world and national records on the S1000 RR, plus a Guinness record for two-up speed at 181.426MPH, proving their tuning prowess.
  • San Diego BMW Motorcycles-backed effort runs SCTA production regulations, demonstrating competitive performance with minimal modifications while validating the S1000 RR’s track-to-salt versatility.
  • Next target: El Mirage Dry Lake Bed dirt surface racing May 14-15, 2016, testing the BMW’s adaptability across different land speed racing environments and conditions.

UPCOMING:

  • El Mirage Land Speed Racing – May 14-15, 2016 at El Mirage Dry Lake Bed

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by The Staff originally appearing on powersportsbusiness.com