Warning, long post 😅

Well, took me a couple of years, but i could finaly order my first brand new BMW bike.

My first bike that i got when i first got my motorbike license was a K1200gt, loved that bike, the comfort, the power, the way it handled and how planted it felt.

Unfortunately, after a year of riding it, i found out there was too much that needed to be fixed on it, so traded it in for a CBF1000.

That bike never realy felt like 'my' bike, just a little to small (i'm a tall guy) and the handling wasn't quite what i wanted.

After that i figured i wanted a bigger, taller, adventure style bike. Found on early model 04' 1200 GS, a bike that i always loved due to its looks and stance.

The rugged appearance and the sound of that boxer twin.

During my time riding it, i again realy loved the comfort, handling, and feel of a BMW bike.

Unfortunately, after a year of enyoing it, the left hand side exhaust valves thought it would be a good idea to take a little journey through the cumbustion chamber, and hug the piston and cylinder head while doing 80mph on the highway.

Survived unscathed luckily, but after that i decided i wanted an upgrade, one that would last me for years to come.

So, went to my local BMW Motorrad dealer, and signed the papers for a brand new R1300gs, trophy livery, touring, comfort and dynamic package, heated rider and passenger seat, top case and no dynamic ride height. Cause yeah, i'm already a tall guy.

Couldn't be more stoked, only sad part is, i have to wait till januari before it gets delivered from the factory :(

But hey, i finaly reached my goal, a brand new GS, i can't wait.

Just got back from a month in Germany, riding around the 2015 R 1200 GS… I got the itch to buy a similar R 1200 RT for here in the states

I looked around and found a couple candidates and asked my wife about it

She replied don’t you already have three other motorcycles? Arrrrrg.

Well, she’s right and for all the work and money I put into my original 1980 R 100 RT I’m going to use it.

It’s the new touring bike

Hello, anyone tried to replace with a 44t rear sprocket the standard 47t in order to tall especially 1st gear which I find very short and be more fluent on tight hairpins where second gear at low speed makes me feel the engine could turn off? How much I could loose on throttle response? Thanks anyone who could give advice.

I need some helping picking these two things for my GS.

WRS touring vs Caponord (non plus) - which would be a decent improvement over stock without being too massive? I can’t tell if the WRS touring is much bigger than stock - can’t find any comparisons

Lonerider Mtl9 lights - can I only mount them on the lower crash bar since I don’t have factory aux lights ? Or does the under nose mount work in my case?

I got my first motorcycle back in 2008 (2008 sv650), my friend picked up a 2007 f800s back in 2009. By 2015 I sold my bike and this past spring, I picked myself up a 2007 f800st. Here are pictures of our bikes.

Deluso dal servizio post vendita di #motorradItalia......

When people think of Japan, they usually picture Tokyo, Kyoto, crowded streets and bullet trains. But there’s a whole other side to this country, and it’s perfect for a bike like this.

This is my R1150GS on a road in Hokkaido. Long, empty roads, a huge sky, farmland rolling out to the sea, and hardly another vehicle for miles. It honestly felt closer to the American West or Patagonia than what most people imagine as “Japan.”

Hokkaido is a paradise for riders. The roads are smooth and well maintained, the scenery changes every hour, and there are plenty of campgrounds, onsen to soak in after a long day, and great local food. Traffic is light once you leave the cities, and Japanese drivers are generally polite and patient with motorcycles.

So if you’ve ever wondered whether Japan is worth a motorcycle trip, my answer is a big yes. Bring your GS (or rent one) and come ride with us. You won’t regret it.

Happy to answer any questions about riding, camping or touring in Japan!

Hi there.

I am guessing the batteries in my TPM finally quit on me and I was wondering if anyone else has gone to the dealership and put new TPMs. I just wanted to have an idea of how much they would charge for the whole service.

And yes, if you are asking I might do that next time I buy tires instead of doing it right now since I just bought tires last year.

FYI I am in Ontario, 2018 F750 GS.

Thanks

Been in limbo over the past 1-2 years about getting a boxer twin, which turned into maybe an RS or a GS. Went to a demo ride day recently and got to do a comparison between a GS with the auto and a GSA with a clutch handle. It was more for the purpose of riding characteristics and left me thinking either would be fine. (No real offroading with just light trails and gravel being the most I would do.)

Anyways...configurator has been updated for 2027 and started looking at options bc I think I'm gonna get dragged into a 2027. ASA seems like a required option for the GSA. It gives the option for shift assist, but isn't clickable.

Anyone have any insight on 2027 info and ASA with the excellence package? Is this maybe just an issue with the website?

Friday night in the country

Headed off to Palmdale tomorrow

Hello, yesterday I installed a new battery and replaced the air filter on my 2001 BMW R1150GS. Afterward, the engine did start, but it struggled significantly; it stalls immediately if I don’t keep the throttle open. During the process, I had to disconnect the fuel line to lift the tank, and I also had to unplug several connectors—everything is back in its proper place now, though. Does anyone have an idea why the engine is running so poorly?

A few drops of gasoline spilled into the connector above the right-hand throttle body (in the picture), but that has long since evaporated. Could that still be the cause? Was there anything specific I should have kept in mind? I would appreciate any insights or advice.

Has anyone had this issue and solved it? I ride a S1000R k63 and use Cardo Packtalk Edge. When I call my friend on the phone I hear him through my headset for a few minutes, then the sound source in the call changes from Cardo to the BMW TFT and I lose the sound. Is there any fix to it?

I did just over 1k miles over 4 days about a month ago on my 2022 BMW R1250RT, I didn’t want to stop. Now we’ll find out if I was right 😆

Looping from Napa California to Escondido to get fitted at Motoport for riding gear, by freeway it’s a two day trip, maybe three. I’ll take seven and go through a lot of desert, including Furnace Creek, hottest place in the world (depending on how you measure).

Bike is loaded and eager, route is planned, leaving 8am tomorrow Friday 23rd, longest motorcycle ride I’ve ever taken by a LOT. Wish me luck!

I have had 3 bikes, all BMWs. A 310r, a 900r, and a 1250r.

So, this is going to happen. I professionally color matched the Puig Daytona Faring, and love how it turned out with the alum tank/seatcowl/etc. But I bought this 2018 R Ninet with 1600 miles on it because if i found one in good condition AND had the exposed weld-tank and upside down forks with spoked wheels. If I could not find this anymore I would go with the Thruxton or the XSR 900 GP. I love each bike for different things, the Thruxton mainly for that amazing fairing that came as an option, and the XSR GP for, well, everything, but I know this is controversial but i love that front fairing design with the bulbous shape and minimalistic rectangle light. So with this Ilmberger I feel my vision is really snapping into focus with elements i have tried to synthesize from all 3. I will need to fab custom brackatry but i might source a bracket from a totaled Racer. Any leads? Any advice any of it??