Son Of A Gun: BMW R69S 'Thompson'

The Thompson submachine gun is a legend in artillery and gangster circles. In the 1920s, the 'Chicago Typewriter' cost half as much as a new Ford car, thanks to the intricate machining of its metal and wooden parts. It's also the inspiration behind this new build from Slovenia's ER Motorcycles. 'Criminals endorsed the Thompson because of its compactness, reliability and ergonomics,' says main man Blaž Šuštaršič. 'They're features you'll also find in this BMW R69S.' The bike is a commission from a German doctor, who wanted his own version of ER's acclaimed 'Mobster' build. The first four letters of the...