OK, I have found what my employer needs.

Firefighting equipment on a BMW R1200RT. I could like being assigned to this unit!

Those of you who know me know that I am a career firefighter. I am volunteering to be the operator of the new apparatus. What I have found is a “Fire Motorcycle.” Now Harley Davidson has what is referred to as a “Fire Bike” but it is basically one of their everyday bikes with some different badges and paint, it does no firefighting. The bike that I am talking about is an actual firefighting vehicle. This would be a dream assignment for me, as it is even based on MY BIKE! That’s right people, it is a BMW R1200RT that has two tanks of water and a SCBA tank to propel the water. There is a booster reel where the trunk sits on my bike. Because this bike uses a foam solution for firefighting, it appears to be very effective in their propaganda videos. I would love to see this work in person and see how well it does work.

Another photo of the BMW R1200RT outfitted with firefighting equipment.

I can see the big advantage of this fire motorcycle would be the ability to get through heavy traffic faster than a fire engine. Even if there was not enough water to extinguish a larger fire, the water applied by the motorcycle could at least slow the development of the fire until a real engine crew can get there. It is a pretty cool concept, at least I think so. I love my job, and I love riding, so what could be better than being paid to ride?

This unit is being made by Firexpress A/S.  They have many videos and data sheets on their website at http://www.firexpress.com/script/site/default.asp .

Leave a comment and let me know what you think!

This thing looks great! I would love to ride one at work (I already ride one to work).

 
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