Production: Aging Lab
Model: Cygnus
Year: 2026
Price: CALL US

Cygnus BMW Boxer Motorcycle  Espresso Machine

The Perfect Balance of Elegance and Passion

Born in 1980, the BMW GS series pioneered the entirely new category of “Adventure Touring Motorcycles,” designed to conquer both off-road trails and paved highways with equal prowess. The R 1200 GS model stands as a star member of this legendary lineage.

This duality of the BMW “Waterbird”, its mastery of both wilderness and road-perfectly, aligns with the core philosophy behind Aging Lab’s coffee machine designs: “To create a machine that embodies both artistic form and professional function”.
The stable, powerful stance of the Boxer engine’s horizontal layout provides an ideal and robust foundation. Its proven reliability translates directly into the consistent performance essential for a lever espresso machine’s extraction.

In resurrecting this “heart” that has powered countless adventures, we preserve not merely a steel shell, but an attitude toward life-one of daring exploration and an appreciation for substance. Aging Lab has facilitated its romantic metamorphosis: from conquering vast landscapes to enriching daily rituals with the aroma of finely crafted coffee.

Such a precious engine must not be lost to haphazard assembly or crude workmanship. At Aging Lab, we immerse ourselves in the original design ethos, faithfully adhering to the historic holistic design language and craftsmanship. We engineer entirely new components, sparing no expense on processes like casting and CNC machining, to allow this classic machine to be reborn as a complete and perfected whole.

It is paired with numerous authentic motorcycle components, repurposed to serve specific functions in the coffee brewing process. For instance, the carburetor is transformed into the outlet for steam and hot water, while the gear shift lever becomes the pressure relief switch.

Every single engine is uniquely sourced directly from a BMW German-origin “Waterbird” motorcycle that once roamed the roads. Each engine is then ultrasonically cleaned and refinished with fresh paint, restoring it to a like-new condition.

 

The lever machine was first invented by Achille Gaggia in 1938. Even after the advent of pump-driven machines, its use remained widespread in southern Italy. Its core advantages are low maintenance costs and its ability to produce a shot with a more intense, deeper, sweeter, and smoother flavor profile.

This is due to its unique operating principle: the entire brewing process is powered by spring pressure. A pre-infusion phase uses low pressure (2-3 bar), while the main extraction occurs as the spring expands, providing a pressure that starts high (9-12 bar) and gradually declines. This continuously decreasing pressure curve, combined with even water distribution, fully releases the coffee’s oils and sweetness while avoiding over-extraction, resulting in a shot with a heavy body and balanced flavor.

The spring lever espresso machine, a living fossil among espresso makers, shares with the BMW “Boxer” engine the characteristic of exuding a unique aesthetic born from purely functional, industrial-era mechanics.

The BF25 lever group head honors the classic while revolutionizing it. In traditional lever espresso machines, the iconic, violent kickback of the handle was a moment every user had to guard against-posing both hassle and risk during warming and cleaning.

Anti-Kickback
Today, we have re-engineered its core with precision, pioneering the Full-Range Stabilization System. From water purging to the completion of extraction, every pull and release of the lever is now stable, smooth, and fully controlled-completely eliminating the risk of injury.

Professional Performance
– Fully Saturated Group Design brew temperature. Ensures precise and stable.
– Adjustable Spring Pressure Allows the initial peak brew pressure to be tuned between 12 and 9 bar.
– Integrated Brew Pressure Gauge Provides real-time visual feedback of pressure throughout the entire extraction.
– Pressure Relief Function Enables pressure release at any moment, allowing for complete control over liquid yield.
– No Backflushing Required Prevents coffee from flowing back into the water reservoir, eliminating the need for additional flushing cycles.

CRUX Boxer Motorcycle Espressomachine specifications:

Voltage
– 220v
Boiler Power
– Steam boiler 1500W/2000W
– Brew boiler 1000W
Dual boiler system
– Steam boiler 2L
– Brew boiler 1L
Boiler Pressure
– Steam boiler adjustable, approx. 1-2.5 bar
Temperature Control
– Dual PID temperature control
– Steam boiler temperature adjustable: 80-130°C
– Brew boiler temperature adjustable: 80-99°C
Group Head
– Original patented
– Built-in anti-kickback
-Saturated spring lever group head
Pressure Relief
– Built-in manual pressure relief
Display Items
– Brew timer
– External group head temperature
– Steam pressure
Water Supply
– Mains water with pressure (default)
– Customizable with auto-fill pump for use with bottled
Dimensions
– 900mm × 700mm x 900mm

No water connection? No problem, we have the solution with the Flojet waterpump system.
Geen wateraansluiting? Geen probleem, wij hebben de oplossing met het Flojet waterpomp systeem.

Cygnus BMW 1200RS Boxermotor Espressomachine STARTERKIT

– Brita Finest C150 water softener set
– 58mm aluminium tamper
– Motta 50cl Milkjug
– Hose set for connection
– Brush for cleaning the brew group
€ 195,- ex. VAT/BTW

Voor Nederland en Belgie hebben wij een buitendienst die de machine tegen meerprijs installeert. Naar gelang van het gebruik verzorgen wij 1 of 2 keer per jaar het periodieke onderhoud.

Wij geven advies en leveren de geschikte koffiemolen op basis van de benodigde capaciteit.

U krijgt van ons uitleg over de werking en het makkelijke reguliere onderhoud van de machine om zo optimaal gebruik te kunnen maken van deze legendarische espressomachine.

Verse koffie? Wij leveren weekverse koffie uit onze eigen branderij “Het Hoofdkwartier“. Vraag gerust naar de mogelijkheden.

Om u verder te ontzorgen houden wij voor u bij wanneer uw espressomachine aan de beurt is voor een onderhoudsbeurt. Het onderhoud voeren wij zelf uit met onze uitgebreide kennis van de Faema e61.