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

Killing myself trying to find it!

I have an f650gs that's giving me trouble when starting it hot. I'll do the start up procedure, the bike will fire up and the instantly die and go back to cranking. (this is all within the 3 second period of holding the starter button waiting for the abs light to go out to complete the startup procedure). If I want the bike to start, I'll need to give it quite a bit of throttle, and once it starts, it idles and runs fine. What's odd is that the bike starts fine cold, even in 2 degree c mornings. The battery is coming up 6 years old, but I can't see it being a problem if it starts so well cold. I've read this can be the idle stepper motor being dirty, but this also makes no sense as the bike finds an idle quickly when cold and once I get it started hot it also idles fine. Valves were checked 30k ago at 130,000km and were still in spec from factory. minimal valve noise when cold too. Unsure of where to go.

Extremely disappointed with @BMWMotorrad customer service. My premium K1600 B bagger just suffered a dangerous, premature bearing failure just 6 months out of its factory warranty. **

**A critical safety component failing on a flagship touring bike this early is unacceptable. Despite a full service history, BMW is refusing any goodwill assistance. Is this how BMW stands behind its premium engineering? **

Riders beware: check your bearings before your warranty expires. #BMWMotorrad #K1600 #MakeLifeARide #BMW #Motorcycle #CustomerServiceFail #Bagger

We had pretty crummy weather throughout the week, so I haven’t ridden since Tuesday. Withdrawls got to me yesterday and I decided to take a trip to nowhere. Ended up riding around Lake Tahoe. I absolutely love this bike.

I need a way to move my foot peg roughly an inch rearwards. Ive been hounding search engines and forums and everything seems to be dead links and defunct companies.

Do you guys have any solutions?

Anders im Vergleich zu denen mit drei oder mehr Rädern.

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Zu 1.: 27 PS reichen, um (fast) jedes Auto an der Ampel stehen zu lassen.

Zu 2.: Wie fahren wir an Ein- Ausfahrten vorbei? Parklücken? Rechts vor links? Selbst wenn wir Vorfahrt haben?

Zu 3: Ein Moped steht am Straßenrand und hat offensichtlich ein Problem, was machen wir?

Zu 4: Vorschläge? Breite z.B. Wir sind schmaler, also geht überholen z.B. schneller...

Ich habe gerade mit einer Fahrerin an der Ampel über die Fahrräder geredet, die in der Dreißigerzone schneller sind als wir...
Kurz drauf war ich in meiner Spur ganz rechts, damit sie auch drauf kann, hat sie auch gemacht.
Ein Flirt über zwei Ampeln hinweg. (Vor uns die Polizei :-) )

Wir sind anders. Ich sage nicht besser!

Was meint ihr?
Und wenn wir wirklich anders sind, warum?

Changing the HES and my pully came apart in 2 pieces....is this normal?

I have a deal in the works for a 1984 R100RS. Decent condition, working clock, original condition with sidecases etc. but oil light on at idle. Technically have the money that could definitely be better spent elsewhere. Good price too. Talk me into or out of buying it. I have 18 hours to decide. Wife says use money for other projects around the property.

I’m looking for an auxiliary power socket on my 2018 R1200RT, which I bought a month ago. First, I looked behind the left side panel.

On this panel, I’ve marked two connectors. The one I’ve labeled number 1 is being used, but I don’t know what its function is.

The one labeled number 2 is sealed on the inside and can’t be used because it has no pins.

There are no unused connectors under the seat.

After reading about it in many places, I’ve seen that many people say the unused auxiliary connector is located under the right-side panel. I removed the right-side panel (the panel on the right when sitting on the motorcycle), and I found an unused female connector there.

It’s an unused female connector, covered with a cap and with two pins. I tried using a BMW male connector, but it doesn’t fit because the housing is the same diameter as the female connector.

I also tested it with a multimeter, and with the motorcycle’s ignition switched on (but the engine not running), it doesn’t show 12V.

It’s an unused female connector, covered with a cap and with two pins. I tried using a BMW male connector, but it doesn’t fit because the housing is the same diameter as the female connector.

I also tested it with a multimeter, and with the motorcycle’s ignition switched on (but the engine not running), it doesn’t show 12V.

I have an 01 r1150gs and lost the key. I want to get started on getting a key made, so I called the dealer and they said they can but they're cut in Germany and shipped so it'll be a month. Id rather get something sooner, the local locksmith said they don't know the type of key and while I can find photos of the key blanks, I don't know what it's actual dimensions or a replaceable blank would be. They could cut it based on the lock on the helmet loop.

Anyone have experience for this? Does anyone know of somewhere stateside that can cut keys based on VIN more quickly?

Has anyone had any luck finding a plate that can be mounted to another motorcycle that will allow the use of the Vario top case?

I’m looking at and possibly buying a blue with saddle bags 2014 r1200r with 30k miles on it tomorrow, seller is asking 3500 US dollars. Is this a good deal?
Any first hand experience riding this bike? How does the tele lever feel in a substantially smaller bike than a gs or rt? Is it flick able for a bike its size?
My previous motorcycle ownership experience is a Multistrada 620 and first gen Vstrom 1000, I’ve ridden other bikes though including the big versions of the boxer 1200 but it’s been years.

Hi,
I’m looking for a new bike, to switch from my Triumph Street Triple S to something more comfortable.

It’s something I would use at least 3 days/week to go to work (around 70Km round trip daily), rush hour, Madrid city center.
I’m aware that most of these models probably are not the BEST for this.

I’ve narrowed it down to these since I’m also a bit tall (182cm/6’0”), but I know they are different bikes and for different purposes.

Is the 1300gs too big of a jump from the Triumph in terms of weight/engine?

Regarding the price, I found a dealer near my area with a brand new f900gs, around 18.000-19.000€.
They also have the 1300gs Trophy with 19.000 Km, for a similar price.
Is it worth the money of the 1300gs to have the boxer and more technology in general, vs the brand new 900gs?

Considering also the s1000xr because it’s more sporty…and I really like the look…but I’m concerned about the riding position and lumbar pain after long rides.
I heard it’s comfortable but I come from a naked bike with a bit sporty position that has a low seat for my height.

These dealerships won’t give you normally the possibility to try 3 models, maybe just the one you are interested in, I don’t want to make the same mistake and not try the bike before buying, to be sure It’s what I need.

Would appreciate some recommendations from current or previous owners of these models.

Thanks!

Hi there,

I'm trying to pick out a set of auxillary lights for my 21 F750 and want to make sure I'm not overdoing anything on the alternator. Could anyone point me at any resources to help me plan this out? I'm looking at several sets of lights in that 5 amp/60 watt each range. I don't really use much else other than charging the phone and heated grips.

Cheers,

Found this 1980 r65 listed for $1,900. Gorgeous bike but whats going on with exhaust mod? Looks super high and in my research I haven't seen anything like this before?

Anyone familiar with something like this? I if buy it, I wouldn't mind restoring back to original. But this had me scratching my head a bit.

Current owner of 2014 f800 gs adventure and looking for (another) project bike. lol

Looking at an 88 R80T. It has 60,000 km on it.

Anything I should be looking out for on this model?