r1200s

[zico]

Anyone own or had a test ride on one of these. Fancied the 1150 a while back before \I got the GS. Doesnt seem like the r1200s was as big a seller as BMW had hoped and there are some decent deals out there. Any type of feedback appreciated.

 

[zoltan]

BM never made a 1150S version . But I had a 1100S in 1999 ,nice bike and a good tourer ( large panniers were extras and I had the BM risers) it was more like the VFR . The last version was the BoxerCup in 2005 http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2005models/2005models-BMW-R1100S-BoxerCupReplika.htm but I prefer this one http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2285/2319196568_4226d6c714.jpg . The new 1200S is very different bike cant really pigeon hole it . The seating position is of a sport bike , but is lacking power . I suppose you could tour on it (there are some small panniers or a large bag) but there is very little wind protection, a GS/RT is better for that job . Good news is they are cheap .
Have a look here for a balanced advice,they are a good bunch:

http://www.boxertrix.com/

 

[elevensies]

i have a r1100s and love it, it does what i want from a ''sports perspective''
i tried a 1200 and they are very nice, but i couldnt justify the difference, just for looks alone.

 

[zico]

Thanks for the replies guys. Like the link to other site. Very interesting. Might have to test one.

 

[stubox]

Liked mine. Toured on it , did track days , all good fun and v capable. Happy to sit at high speeds and was comfy doing so.Nice top end rush to the engine. If possible get one with ohlins fitted.

Stu

 

[sven]

I've ridden three different R1200S's (Jefferies courtesy bikes) and had one for the whole weekend.

MUCH quicker than a GS - less torque low down, but a real kick between 6.5 & 8k rpm - it hoists huge wheelies in the first two gears Very light, nice handling, but the riding position was too sporty for me.

A complete contrast to the R1100S which didn't have the power to match it's looks and was just an uncomfy (slow) sportstourer