The BMW R 100 RS presented at the International Bicycle and Motorcycle Show (IFMA) in 1976 was the exhibition highlight. This was the third BMW with a 1000 cc Boxer engine featured there. It was the world's first series motorcycle to be equipped with a series full fairing which was optimised aerodynamically by Pininfarina and finished in a bluish sheen of Silver Metallic. It offered unique protection against wind and weather and this permitted exceptionally high average speeds in a relaxed sitting position on motorways. The interpretation of the acronym RS (formerly Rennsport racing sport) was quickly changed to "Reisesport" (tourer sport).