New Bike?

[ylexot]

Well, after riding 2-up to Morton's (which was a little painful, BTW), I got to ride a BMW R1200GS. It did take a bit of getting used to, but it was a really nice ride. It was much smoother than the YZF while cruising, but it was a bit of a paint shaker at idle and takeoff (yes, I was lugging it a bit). I was surprised that I needed to give it some gas to start out (since the YZF will pull at idle), but since it's throttle is not as touchy as the YZF, it's easy to give it some throttle and not take off like a rocket. The bike turned effortlessly (although, I didn't get to take it through any high-speed twisties) and was very comfortable...especially compared to the YZF.

I was looking at getting one that I saw in FL, but it turns out that they messed up the options in the description, so I'm not getting that. I'm looking at ordering a 2008

 

[aps45819]

What options ya getting?

 

[ylexot]

What options ya getting?

All of them

Ok...most of them:
Heated Grips
Tire Pressure Monitoring
On Board Computer
White Turn Indicator
Hand Protection
Alarm
ABS
ASC


What's left? Chrome exhaust pipe, saddlebag mounts, and cross-spoke wheels.

 

[aps45819]

cross-spoke wheels.

Don't those allow you to run tubless tires?

 

[ylexot]

Don't those allow you to run tubless tires?

As far as I know, they both use the same tires. The cross-spoke wheels are recommended for serious off-roading...which I'm not planning to do.

 

[aps45819]

What are you considering for luggage?

 

[Dougstermd]

As far as I know, they both use the same tires. The cross-spoke wheels are recommended for serious off-roading...which I'm not planning to do.

so are you getting cross spoke wheels?

 

[aps45819]

so are you getting cross spoke wheels?

he wants to laugh while off roading

 

[Dougstermd]

he wants to laugh while off roading

:shrug:

 

[Dougstermd]

Well I gota head out. Is it gona stay dry enough to ride the bike to H town?

 

[itsbob]

As far as I know, they both use the same tires. The cross-spoke wheels are recommended for serious off-roading...which I'm not planning to do.

All BMW's are tubeless, even the spoke rims.

I didn't know this, and wish I did. Bob's had an event on Saturday to raise money for NIH childrens research.. Special pricing on 2007's.. and even had a demo Adventure on the lot.

We got there (on our way to Arundel Mills) about 1/2 hour before closing and they were still pretty busy. For some reason BG wasn't taking me serious when I pointed out the two bikes that I was trying to choose from for my next bike.

I had no riding gear with me, and was dressed in shorts and sandals, not a good outfit to test ride in, and I'm sure Bob's wouldn't have let me if I asked. I SOOOOO want to take the K1200GT or RS our for a spin.

I saw an article on a Buell site a few months back. The article rated 500 bikes on handling and cornering.. The GS rated #5.. which is amazing considering it was up against a slew of "Sport Bikes" that are supposedly made just for that, and the GS is a Dual Sport.

IF you do buy it let me know, I have a friend that has produced a DVD specifically for that bike.. It includes detailed instructions and video on how to do all of the services.

 

[itsbob]

What are you considering for luggage?

He mentioned Micatek's in an earlier post.. they are HUGE!!

 

[itsbob]

Well I gota head out. Is it gona stay dry enough to ride the bike to H town?

is it possible to get wet on a Gold Wing??

 

[ylexot]

He mentioned Micatek's in an earlier post.. they are HUGE!!

That's Micatech, but yeah, that's what I'm planning on. They are coming out with a top box this fall too. One of the guys on "Feating on Asphalt" is demo'ing the top box.

BTW, they said that I don't get a discount even though my name is Micah. They did say that I can tell people that they named the company after me though

Other aftermarket stuff that I'm planning on getting/doing:
Touratech engine guards
DIY oil cooler guard
DIY headlight guard
Zumo 550

 

[aps45819]

Well I gota head out. Is it gona stay dry enough to ride the bike to H town?

Sure, it's a Wing. You won't get wet unless you stop

 

[itsbob]

http://www.worldsfastestbmw.com/

Cool video.. all stock bike, except the Remus can..

 

[hollywoman]

If you need insurance, call GEICO, they have excellant rates for bikes, Atv, boats, etc.

 

[desertrat]

If you need insurance, call GEICO, they have excellant rates for bikes, Atv, boats, etc.

Tried 'em, they can't match what I have. I think they must pay that stupid gecko too much money.

 

[ylexot]

Ordered the bike today

Here's what it should look like...

 

[Pete]

Ordered the bike today

Here's what it should look like...