The May 2026 issue of BMW Owners News is our annual Foundation issue, and it’s dedicated to all things safety, awareness, training and more in support of the Foundation’s mission to make every ride a safer ride.

You’ll get insights into training from Colleen Sepulveda and Mark Barnes, a look at what skills and perseverance can get you from Shawn Thomas, a reminder that a well-maintained bike is a safe bike from Wes Fleming, Bill Wiegand’s exploration of building his skills, and ways to keep your body up to the task of riding from Lynda Meyers. Throughout this issue you’ll get tips and advice from trainers and there is also Foundation, MOA and industry news as well as a look at Continental’s newest tire by Geoff Drake, an overview of motorcycle training courses and more info from Tami Bakke and Eric Sachs.