• Richard Mille ventures into the motorcycle world through a partnership with renowned French builder Brough Superior, resulting in the track-oriented RMB01.
• Power comes from an engineered 997cc twin-cylinder engine, designed from aluminum alloy with an obsessive focus on weight reduction and balance.
• The project was developed over approximately 18 months, with several design revisions exchanged between both brands before the final version was finalized.
• Production is limited to 150 individually numbered bikes, available in three distinct colourways and scheduled for delivery toward the end of 2025.

Few luxury brands manage to divide opinion quite like this one, and that tension has always been part of its allure. Built on pushing boundaries in design, materials, and performance, the approach has never been about subtlety or playing it safe. That mindset has defined Richard Mille in the watch world for years, and now it extends into something far more mechanical and visceral. Through a partnership with legendary motorcycle maker Brough Superior, the brand introduces the RMB01, a limited-edition motorcycle that translates its high-performance philosophy from the wrist to the road with the same meticulous attention to engineering and detail.

Rather than seeming like a sudden shift, the partnership behind the RMB01 comes across as a thoughtfully planned next step. Both brands are founded on the same principles: mechanical honesty, high performance, and a steadfast refusal to compromise their identity for mass appeal. Bringing Richard Mille together with Brough Superior wasn’t about branding just for the sake of it, but about building something from the ground up that reflects the values of both houses.

Unlike Richard Mille’s longstanding presence in Formula 1 and competitive sailing, this project moves beyond sponsorship into full-scale creation. For the first time, the brand actively participates in designing a motorcycle rather than merely supporting the sport around it. This shift is significant and sets the tone for what the RMB01 is meant to represent—a purpose-built, track-focused machine designed without compromise.

Richard Mille founder Richard Mille and Brough Superior CEO Thierry Henriette reportedly spent nearly 18 months refining the concept, working through multiple design iterations before arriving at the final form. The end result is a striking, muscular silhouette with flowing lines and exposed mechanical elements, echoing the brand’s signature skeletonized watch designs. Every surface feels deliberate, with the bike’s structure proudly on display, reinforcing the idea that engineering isn’t something to hide — it’s the whole point.

What stands out immediately about the RMB01 is that it doesn’t chase extremes just for headlines. Instead of focusing high horsepower figures, the bike focuses on balance, feedback, and a riding experience that feels rewarding the moment you get moving. With around 130 horsepower on tap, it’s clear this machine isn’t aiming to compete with modern superbikes on paper, but rather to offer something more engaging and purposeful.

And that begins with the engine connection itself. The 997cc twin-cylinder unit is built with a meticulous focus on weight reduction, starting as heavy aluminium blocks and then carefully carved down to their necessary form. Ultimately, roughly 160 kilograms of raw material is reduced to just 23 kilograms of finished components, resulting in an engine that feels lightweight, responsive, and lively under throttle.

A carbon chassis acts as the RMB01’s backbone, keeping everything rigidity while making much of the engineering visible, and this philosophy is carried throughout the bike’s structure. Nothing feels hidden or overly styled, and that honesty in design reflects how Richard Mille treats its watches—where mechanics are intended to be seen and appreciated rather than tucked away.

With only 150 units ever to be built, each one individually numbered, deliveries are expected toward the end of 2025. Buyers can choose from three distinct finishes, ranging from deep midnight blue to matte grey and a pearlescent white with red accents. Pricing hasn’t been announced yet, but given the brands involved, this is very much a motorcycle for those who already understand what they’re getting into.