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sqidbait · 04-13-2005, 08:41 PM

Not bad. I'm more curious as to what the K1200S will do, though.

-- Michael

gceaves · 04-13-2005, 09:03 PM

Second post!

-gceaves

EthanR · 04-13-2005, 09:17 PM

Why is it that these numbers are "astounding" on a BMW/R while similar figures posted by a Buell are an indication that the motor is outdated and in need of replacement?

(Yes, I just had to open that can of worms.

)

Grum · 04-13-2005, 09:19 PM

No prize and no free membership to MOFPC.

Grum, President, Motorcycle Online First Post Club

Grum · 04-13-2005, 09:21 PM

Congratulations on being first post. Please accept a free membership to MOFPC.

Grum, President, Motorcycle Online First Post Club

PS I too am very keen to see wot the K1200S can do.

Grum · 04-13-2005, 09:25 PM

I agree. I just don't understand why you Yanks are forever knocking HD and Buell. Is it just because they're your own? Why is everything from Germany and Japan considered with such a studious and calculated approach and your own stuff (which I think is great) is dismissed out of hand?

cptaebphd · 04-13-2005, 09:38 PM

I'm shocked...that these fugly bikes cost so much. It'll be interesting to see if the added power impacts the "legendary" BMW longevity.

maladg · 04-14-2005, 01:20 AM

I suppose you have heard of the concept of "context"? BMW numbers are great considering the past BMW twin numbers.

Also O Clueless one...a survey done by BMW MOA - what make was the greatest % of second bike for BMW owners....HD.

I'd buy you a broader brush to paint with, but nobody makes one.

maladg · 04-14-2005, 01:25 AM

BMW's are insanely expensive to buy, MUCH fussier & expensive to maintain than the faithful will ever admit.

However the longevity is not a myth - given that BMW's get their expensive, fussy maint reqirements....

I've been there and done that and learned some things. Not a BMW owner now. MAYBE a new gen GS - but a smart BMW buff will wait a few model yrs after an into to let Munich sort out the problems. Takes them EONS longer than the Orientals....

As for the legendary stuff...yes, it is annoying...but remember, they DELIGHT in annoying the unwashed.

cstewart77 · 04-14-2005, 02:36 AM

I had a handful of the Japanese sport bikes and wanted (needed) something more comfortable for my 6'3" frame. To make a long story short I ended up with a 2003 1150GS and LOVE it....to each his own but it has plenty of power for the street and is funky enough to be different. Trading it in on a 2005 Adventure as we speak.....I can't speak for all dealers, but mine is in a different league.

Chris

04-13-2005, 08:41 PM	#1
sqidbait Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 170	Re: MO Puts the New R 1200 RT on the Dynojet Not bad. I'm more curious as to what the K1200S will do, though. -- Michael

04-13-2005, 09:03 PM	#2
gceaves Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 47	Re: MO Puts the New R 1200 RT on the Dynojet Second post! -gceaves

04-13-2005, 09:17 PM	#3
EthanR Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 13	Re: MO Puts the New R 1200 RT on the Dynojet Why is it that these numbers are "astounding" on a BMW/R while similar figures posted by a Buell are an indication that the motor is outdated and in need of replacement? (Yes, I just had to open that can of worms. ) __________________ Spec sheets don\'t impress me. You can ride beyond your ability on any bike.

04-13-2005, 09:19 PM	#4
Grum Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 77	Re: MO Puts the New R 1200 RT on the Dynojet No prize and no free membership to MOFPC. Grum, President, Motorcycle Online First Post Club __________________ President, First Post Club.

04-13-2005, 09:21 PM	#5
Grum Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 77	Re: MO Puts the New R 1200 RT on the Dynojet Congratulations on being first post. Please accept a free membership to MOFPC. Grum, President, Motorcycle Online First Post Club PS I too am very keen to see wot the K1200S can do. __________________ President, First Post Club.

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04-13-2005, 09:25 PM	#6
Grum Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 77	Re: MO Puts the New R 1200 RT on the Dynojet I agree. I just don't understand why you Yanks are forever knocking HD and Buell. Is it just because they're your own? Why is everything from Germany and Japan considered with such a studious and calculated approach and your own stuff (which I think is great) is dismissed out of hand? __________________ President, First Post Club.

04-13-2005, 09:38 PM	#7
cptaebphd Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 208	Re: MO Puts the New R 1200 RT on the Dynojet I'm shocked...that these fugly bikes cost so much. It'll be interesting to see if the added power impacts the "legendary" BMW longevity.

04-14-2005, 01:20 AM	#8
maladg Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Rock throwing distance from Home Despot HQ Posts: 1,141	Re: MO Puts the New R 1200 RT on the Dynojet I suppose you have heard of the concept of "context"? BMW numbers are great considering the past BMW twin numbers. Also O Clueless one...a survey done by BMW MOA - what make was the greatest % of second bike for BMW owners....HD. I'd buy you a broader brush to paint with, but nobody makes one.

04-14-2005, 01:25 AM	#9
maladg Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Rock throwing distance from Home Despot HQ Posts: 1,141	Re: MO Puts the New R 1200 RT on the Dynojet BMW's are insanely expensive to buy, MUCH fussier & expensive to maintain than the faithful will ever admit. However the longevity is not a myth - given that BMW's get their expensive, fussy maint reqirements.... I've been there and done that and learned some things. Not a BMW owner now. MAYBE a new gen GS - but a smart BMW buff will wait a few model yrs after an into to let Munich sort out the problems. Takes them EONS longer than the Orientals.... As for the legendary stuff...yes, it is annoying...but remember, they DELIGHT in annoying the unwashed.

04-14-2005, 02:36 AM	#10
cstewart77 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 33	Re: MO Puts the New R 1200 RT on the Dynojet I had a handful of the Japanese sport bikes and wanted (needed) something more comfortable for my 6'3" frame. To make a long story short I ended up with a 2003 1150GS and LOVE it....to each his own but it has plenty of power for the street and is funky enough to be different. Trading it in on a 2005 Adventure as we speak.....I can't speak for all dealers, but mine is in a different league. Chris