ECM x BMW Big Coffee Boxer Espresso Machine - R 18 Engine Parts

**Made to Order from Germany. No Lead Times available, 30% non refundable deposit required. Lead time is dependant on how many Engines are supplied by BMW to Germany. Be patient when ordering this model.

ECM x BMW Motorrad Big Coffee Boxer: The Ultimate Statement in Espresso Engineering

Introducing the pinnacle of mechanical art and luxury coffee culture: the ECM x BMW Motorrad Big Coffee Boxer. Born from an exclusive German collaboration, this extraordinary dual-circuit heat exchanger espresso machine is meticulously hand-built around genuine components of the legendary BMW R 18 1.8-litre Big Boxer engine. Limited to just 80 individually crafted units worldwide (available exclusively through premier ECM Exclusive Line networks), this rare masterpiece seamlessly fuses the raw heritage of custom motorcycle design with world-class engineering.

Icon Meets Icon: The E61 Brew Group & Boxer Spirit

Beneath the iconic, solid aluminium cylinder heads lies a powerhouse of authentic Italian barista tradition and German precision. The Big Coffee Boxer features the highly coveted, patented ECM E61 brew group with a stainless steel brew bell, paired with a commercial-grade low-noise rotary pump that ensures silent, smooth pressure delivery. The clever architectural design integrates dual pressure gauges directly into the engine cylinders, while a floating drip tray gives the machine a gravity-defying, custom-bike silhouette. With flexible water connection options (tank or direct mains plumbed) and advanced temperature profiling, this limited edition yields the ultimate extraction for coffee connoisseurs who demand petrol in their veins and perfection in their cup.

ECM x BMW Big Coffee Boxer Press Release (German)

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• Free! Delivery (Worth £95) No Lead time available. 30% Deposit required.
• Free! 1year service plan and warranty.
• Free! Installation & Water Filter (Worth £520)
• Free! 3KG of MONT58 Sustainable Coffee Beans (Worth £135): Start your journey with premium beans on us.
• 5 Trees planted with every order of a ECM x BMW Big Coffee Boxer Espresso Machine  - With our environmental Project through Ecologi.

Features

Genuine BMW R 18 Engine Parts: Crafted using authentic components from BMW’s largest-ever 1802cc boxer twin engine to create an unrivalled mechanical sculpture.

Patented ECM E61 Brew Group: Upgraded with a durable stainless steel brew bell to ensure exceptional temperature stability and optimal espresso extraction.

Dual-Circuit Heat Exchanger System: Features independent water circuits allowing you to pull flawless espresso shots and steam silky milk simultaneously.

Ultra-Quiet Rotary Pump: Delivers commercial-grade, consistent pressure effortlessly with minimal noise.

Three Selectable Temperature Profiles: Precision temperature control setting options 120°C, 124°C, and 128°C to match the roast profile of your chosen coffee beans.

Dual Engine-Cylinder Gauges: Beautifully integrated pump and boiler pressure gauges embedded directly within the engine block for clear monitoring.

Discreet Digital Display: Includes a subtle, built-in shot timer to precisely track your extraction time down to the second.

Pre-Infusion & ECO Modes: Features toggles for controllable pre-infusion to maximize flavour depth and an energy-saving automated ECO mode.

Professional Quick-Steam & Hot Water Valves: Ergonomic, high-end joystick levers that offer immediate, powerful steam pressure for microfoam texturing.

Specification of ECM x BMW Big Coffee Boxer Espresso Machine

Behind the Build – The Art of the Big Coffee Boxer

When an espresso machine weighs a massive 64 kg and commands almost a metre of counter space, you know you are no longer dealing with a standard domestic appliance. You are looking at a serious piece of mechanical art.

While a standard technical specification table tells you what this machine is made of, it doesn't capture the backstory of how it came to be, or what it actually feels like to operate a piece of genuine motorcycle history every morning.

The Engineering Challenge: Machining a Masterpiece

Converting a high-performance motorcycle engine into a world-class dual boiler espresso machine isn't as simple as dropping a boiler inside a shell. During the development phase, ECM’s head designer, Tiziano, and his team faced a massive technical hurdle: working with a solid, unyielding block of heavy-grade automotive aluminium.

Modifying the genuine BMW R 18 engine block required an incredibly delicate, high-precision machining process to house the internal water lines and electrical circuitry without compromising the iconic silhouette of the cylinders. This complex, hand-assembled craftsmanship is the exact reason only 80 units exist globally. This ECM espresso machine limited edition simply cannot be mass-produced.

The Tactile Experience: A Symphony of Pure Mechanics

If you are the type of person who loves the tactile click of high-end switchgear, the mechanical precision of a custom bike, or you are looking for the ultimate custom motorcycle garage accessories, using the Big Coffee Boxer is a sensory experience:

• The "Floating" Silhouette: Pictures don't do justice to the custom metal frame. The entire engine block sits suspended above a floating drip tray, giving it the imposing, sculptural presence of a custom motorcycle build on a display stand.

• The Custom Gauges: Instead of standard plastic dials stuck onto a faceplate, ECM ingeniously embedded the boiler and pump pressure gauges directly into the face of the cylinder heads. Watching those needles sweep upward as the rotary pump engages feels exactly like watching a tachometer climb on a vintage dashboard.
• The Perfect Pairing: To ensure this luxury coffee machine tasted as good as it looks, the development team partnered with Dallmayr, Munich’s legendary coffee house. Together, they formulated the bespoke "Italian Vibe" espresso roast—a blend specifically tailored to the unique thermal extraction properties of this modified E61 group head.

What to Expect Upon Ordering

Because each BMW R18 engine coffee maker is meticulously hand-crafted to order by ECM’s elite technicians in Germany, this machine is subject to strict allocation. This is a rare collector's investment meant for private showrooms, garage lounges, and the homes of pure design purists.

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