piisfish 140 #1 January 23, 2005 BMW back into sports bikes... see it herescissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leroydb 0 #2 January 23, 2005 nice... i know their quality will be superior to the other sports bikes, but how will it compare overall?Leroy ..I knew I was an unwanted baby when I saw my bath toys were a toaster and a radio... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanDruff 0 #3 January 23, 2005 On the Bmw websit thier claming 167 hp. I'd have to say it could keep up with most of the liter bikes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #4 January 23, 2005 I've got the K1200RS, and the only complaint I have is the weight of the thing, but enjoy two up long distance touring, so it's not that big a deal. The front end is a little heavy compared to a conventional fork suspension, but not at high speed. They really should show more of the amazing anti-lock brakes on the bike. The brake system on that sucker is like a magic trick. I think on that S bike they got almost a hundred pounds off the bike, and put another 30 something horsepower in. Beautiful to ride, handles great, and it's easy to ride all day, as opposed to a Hayabusa. Great ad, though. Thanks for sharing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vid666 0 #5 January 23, 2005 I got a K1200LTC, my buddy has the RS - awesome bikes. I have to say though, 2 up 500 mi - LT will kick the RS ass. On a windy road on a fun day - I woudl take the RS anytime. I am sure S is even ballsier and more fun.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #6 January 23, 2005 The LT is just a little too Goldwingish for me. I like to be able to remove all the bags from time to time. The GT is a nice compromise between the two. With the bars all the way back, I have no problem riding the RS from San Francisco to San Diego non stop. I'm sure the LT is much more comfortable, though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #7 January 23, 2005 That's extremely irresponsible of BMW to promote street racing like that NOICE WorkYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattjw916 2 #8 January 23, 2005 I have a K1200RS too... I just might have to trade it in for an S in a few years. Compared to my other bikes, the RS is a total beast. It's great for long trips though and there aren't many bikes that could replace it in my stable.NSCR-2376, SCR-15080 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattjw916 2 #9 January 23, 2005 QuoteThat's extremely irresponsible of BMW to promote street racing like that NOICE Work I guess you have never seen any of the BMW films then either... http://www.bmwfilms.com "Star" is my personal favorite.NSCR-2376, SCR-15080 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piisfish 140 #10 January 23, 2005 that's not promoting street racing... It's just a dream... scissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #11 January 23, 2005 I'd really like to do an motorcycle AlpenTour through the Alps one of these days. Highway one is plenty fun in the mean time. -Though not lately Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanDruff 0 #12 January 24, 2005 Count me in Deuce. I'd love to send my bike to europe, Ive already got a little trip I'm plotting in my head. Its also nice to see a few Beemer owners here. Ive got the 1150 GS adventure Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
