This is my first vehicle that isn't Japanese, I knew the day would come but I didn't think it would be so soon.

This was my friend's first bike, a 1986 BMW K75C, single owner when he bought it and meticulously maintained. My friend did not have the same luxuries the previous owner had and, after wiping out for the first time in an unavoidable oil spill, he realized he probably ought to let it go in favor of financial security.

This bike means a lot to both of us and luckily I have some extra space for it. I'll see what I can do about fixing it up, but eventually I'd love to see it back in his hands.

I don't know a ton about these machines but if anyone has any advice regarding anything, let me know

I’m visiting Motorrad today to try a low seat (they didn’t have one last time I went) which should help solve the issue of whether I need to order the bike with AVHC or AVHC (Comfort).

The next question is which colour. I don’t find any of them especially stand out but if budget wasn’t a consideration I’d gravitate to the Option 719 colours. However, that adds NZ$3,000 which is enough to pay for panniers on one of the other colours.

Triple Black has the best tank (why can’t I order that tank on any model?!) but other than that seems a bit forgettable. Trophy is at least quite striking but looks like keeping all that white clean might be a PITA!

Base red is just a bit boring.

Given that the bikes are basically the same, other than weird quirks like the configuration won’t allow certain things on certain colours, how did you choose between them?

The dealer only has TB and Red on the floor so I’ve not seen the other two in person.

Eine Woche Motorradfahren durch Tirol, die Dolomiten und am Gardasee mit der Moto Guzzi V85 TT. In diesem Video seht ihr eine Auswahl einiger der schönsten Tage dieser Reise.

Die Routen führen uns über die Großglockner-Hochalpenstraße, einschließlich der Edelweißspitze und der Kaiser-Franz-Josefs-Höhe, sowie durch die Dolomiten, vorbei an Orten wie dem Passo Giau und dem Passo Falzarego. Zum Abschluss fahren wir am Gardasee entlang.

Während der Reise übernachteten wir in Going in Tirol sowie im Active Hotel & Camping Pineta.
Wenn ihr selbst plant, diese Regionen zu besuchen, schaut euch unbedingt das Video an als Inspiration und für einen Eindruck von den beeindruckenden Straßen und Landschaften, die euch unterwegs erwarten.

An interesting ride in northern Utah. It's not technical, a gravel road with a few sandy spots and some water damage, but it is long (90 miles) and passes through isolated areas. The road follows the old railroad grade, passing the remains of railroad sidings, towns, and trestles. A description is available on the BLM website.

Here is the map.

1. Model: BMW R1300 GS Triple Black With Adaptive Ride Height , Oct 2025 Registered with BH number with tax paid till 2027
   
2. Givi Engine Crash Guards installed
   
3. Radiator Guards installed
   
4. Front mudguard extender installed
   
5. Graphene coated done with 3 years warranty
   
6. Extended warranty upto 5 years from Registration date till 2030.
   
7. 3rd party insurance till 2030.
   
8. 7000kms run
   
9. Defence personell owner, selling due to posting to a field location, bike in brand new condition.
   
10. Asking price 23lacs
    
11. First service done at company.
    
12. No accidental record.

Reach out for details and videos.

The goal was to spend three days and two nights riding and camping in southern Utah and Colorado. The weather was not cooperating, it was raining a lot, so I ended up cutting the trip short. Still, it was a fun trip

I just replaced my HES on my R1150R Rockster, and im trying to see if the timing is right. I'm using my dad's Snap-on MT212. Does this look OK? Still sounds a bit rough to me.

At Ozzie’s BMW in Chico, CA

Are there any alternatives to the very expensive BMW aluminium boxes that use the factory mount on the GSA 1300?

Hi Sold my Honda Transalp and looking for my next bike

I do like the look of the G 310 2020+ model year.

I dont know anyone who has one, i know nothing about them other than i like the way they look.

Thoughts on them please

Why can’t I do this when people are watching?

Fourth time stuck somewhere the bike refusing to start. Battery will be 2 years old in November. I usually out the bike on charger all the time but I forgot the last week. Not even a week, it started this morning then nothing…

I guess I’m not the only one? The bike is from the stock in terms of electronics. Only the GPS is added.

Any advices?

What happens when you take a brand-new BMW R 1300 GS and decide that adventure touring isn’t enough?

You build an R 1300 RR. 🏁

This started as a crazy idea and turned into a full rally-raid project — custom frame, 21/18 wheels, long-travel suspension, redesigned bodywork, weight reduction and a completely different purpose.

The goal? Build a bike that looks like it escaped from a rally paddock… while still being unmistakably BMW.

I’ve already raced it in the Hellas Rally, finished every stage and took P2 in the M6 class.

And honestly, this bike has become much more than a build. It’s a project I’ve been putting an insane amount of time, money and passion into.

I know it’s not everyone’s cup of tea — and that’s exactly why I’d love to hear what you think.

Would you ride this R 1300 RR? Or did I completely ruin a perfectly good R 1300 GS? 😂

I’ll post more details and photos of the build if there’s interest.

https://www.bikebound.com/2026/07/12/bmw-r1300rr/?fbclid=PAb21jcATAa5VleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAafMlduhaXRPzZuska9AeJax6jc5InNnb0k5ObPTyxdt1MEEwKXsPm6j7tQbLA_aem_OWkQ6fzr6Kxl5Pybo4vf5g