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BMW's ultra-futuristic motorbike concept 'Motorrad Vision Next 100' continues to generate excitement in the motorcycle community. But despite a similarity to the bike featured in science fiction movie Tron, this machine maintains a hands-on motorcycle experience.

The German auto giant says the concept offers "an analogue experience in a digital age".

Unlike the other vehicles developed to mark the brand's centenary (futuristic versions of Mini, Rolls Royce and BMW motorcars), the new motorbike does not feature driverless technology.

"We do not envision autonomy on motorcycles," said Edgar Heinrich, the design director of BMW's motorcycle division, speaking at the bike's launch event.

But while autonomy may not be in the mix, many other boundary-pushing elements are. For example, when the rider turns the handlebars the entire bike turns, rather than just the front wheels. The wheels and frame are part of one single 'Flexframe' unit.

In addition, the bike cannot topple over, according to the manufacturers.

The bike can also predict hazards on the road ahead – a key reason why BMW says no helmet is required for the Vision Next 100.

Instead, the rider dons a visor which displays key data, such as satnav directions.

And the bike does not require a stand when parked, adding to the science fictional allure of this machine.

If this bike can do all that BMW claim, it will indeed be a game changer for the motorcycle industry.

Unfortunately, we will have to wait at least a decade before we can buy one of these eye-popping machines.