# Autonomous Motorcycle Designs The BMW Motorrad Concept Z Can Drive without Driver Intervention By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-09-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycle-designs References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2016/09/22/the-era-of-autonomous-biking/) Looking to up the ante when it comes to motorcycle designs, the [BMW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-motorrad-x-nvidia) Motorrad Concept Z helps to push perceptions for what a motorcycle is capable of. Featuring a driver seat section that floats above the front and back wheels, the BMW Motorrad Concept Z has [hub-less wheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naowheel) that enable it to look inherently modern. Designed by Anja Didrichsons, the BMW Motorrad Concept Z packs soft suspension capabilities and and ergonomic footrests for optimal comfort. This comes in handy for the BMW Motorrad Concept Z motorcycle design's Autonomous Mode. As the name denotes, the feature allows riders to engage in [autonomous driving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rideable-aipowered-personal-assistant) that will enable them to sit back, relax and enjoy the ride without having to worry about steering or accelerating. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Autonomous Motorcycles:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop technologies that enable motorcycles to operate without driver intervention, offering a new level of convenience and safety. - **Hub-less Wheel Designs:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create hub-less wheel designs that enhance the modern aesthetic of motorcycles while providing improved performance and maneuverability. - **Soft Suspension Capabilities:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Invent soft suspension technologies that optimize comfort and stability in motorcycle designs, enhancing the riding experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Integrate autonomous features into motorcycles, expanding the possibilities for autonomous vehicle technology beyond cars. - **Wheel Manufacturing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop advanced hub-less wheel manufacturing techniques that meet the unique requirements of motorcycle designs. - **Motorcycle Suspension Systems:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Redesign suspension systems in motorcycles to offer improved comfort, stability, and customization options for riders. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Tech-Rich Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-motorrad-x-nvidia.md) - [Self-Balancing E-Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motoroid-2.md) - [Self-Balancing Stealthy Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motoroid.md) - [Cantilevered Motorcycle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-g7-scrambler.md) - [Self-Balancing Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motoroid-bike.md) - [Autonomous High-Profile Combat Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycle-drone.md) - [Dapper Dual-Tone Superbike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-motorrad-ch4-superbike.md) - [Branded Electric Motorcycle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tesla-modelz.md) - [Angular Electric Motorbike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-cp1-concept.md)