R1200RS + R1250RS Forum
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Mon Jun 25, 2018 2:40 am
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I am new to this forum, hello. I have a 2014 F800GT that I bought new. Its a nice bike and Ive had no real issues with it but I think Ill trade it in. I have had very good service from my local BMW dealer and I like the product so I want to stay with BMW. My question is, if anyone has come from a F800GT to a R1200RS I was wondering your thoughts? Is the seating position more of a sport position, it seems to be a bit more bent over but its hard to tell on a short test ride. The bike is noticeably heaver. Just wondering. Thank you. |
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Welcome to the site Rob.
Lee
2016 R1200RS Iowa, USA |
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Zitat von RobF8GT im Beitrag #1 I also came from an f800GT (2015 model) and am so much happier with the RS. I liked my F800GT a lot, but the RS is a big improvement. More power, much, much less vibration, and the stock seat on the RS is just so much better. Add cruise control, ESA, shift assist pro, and the difference just becomes greater. The F800GT had bar backs and foot lowering pegs when I got it, so I can't really comment on the change in seating position on the stock F800GT to the RS. I don't think the RS has a bent over seating position and have not problem riding straight between tank refills. Yes, the RS is a bit heavier but less top heavy than an RT. The RS is not quite as nimble as the F800GT on twisties, but makes up for it by having more power and torque. All-in-all, as much as I liked my F800GT, the RS is just more fun and enjoyable to ride. 2017 R1200RS Lupin Blue/Grey Metallic |
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i am fairly tall and added bar risers which helped
Graham
Winskill, North West England the long and winding road perfect for a bike |
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I had an F800ST then an F800GT which I traded in for the RS. The only modification to any of them was that I bought the comfort seat for the GT, to see if a bit of extra leg extension would help with the riding position, which I found a bit cramped (5'9" with 31 inside leg). I have the standard seat on the RS. On long distance rides (800 miles in 2 days) I actually find the RS more comfortable than the GT, even though I am coming up to 3 years older than I was when I changed.
Bridgestone 175 Hurricane Scrambler - Royal Enfield 250 Crusader - Norton Atlas 750 (two) - 25 years - F800ST - F800GT - R1200RS
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Zitat von Yoda im Beitrag #5 I’ve never been called Mr. Geek before, but I like it! I agree with the comment about changing headlight bulbs — none of that week engineering on the RS headlight retainers.
2017 R1200RS Lupin Blue/Grey Metallic
2017 R NineT Scrambler |
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Zitat von Yoda im Beitrag #5 I’ve never been called Mr. Geek before, but I like it! I agree with the comment about changing headlight bulbs — none of that weak engineering on the RS headlight retainers.
2017 R1200RS Lupin Blue/Grey Metallic
2017 R NineT Scrambler |
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You'll find a number of us here that came from the F800s. I had an F800ST, traded it in for the valencia orange F800GT, and still love that color. As the others have said, the RS is an upgrade in power, smoothness etc. I actually prefer the RSs' slightly forward ergos, it makes it feel more like a sportbike, but still retains the comfort. Yes, the RS is bigger, but you get used to the extra 50 pounds quicker. I ride my RS more aggressively than my old 800s. |
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thank you all for the information and the help. I did look at that website that compares ride positions. I was a little surprised how much more lean there is on a RS compared to my GT. I have a good relationship with my BMW dealer. I think the thing to do is borrow a RS for a day and really get a feel for it. There isn't much else out there I like. I don't care for the styling of the GS. The S1000XR is a big bike, I'm only 5'10". The only other bikes even on my radar are the Yamaha Tracer 900 and the Triumph Tiger 800. Neither of those really excite me all that much. Thank you again for your help. |
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Rob, at 5'10" you will have a more upright seating position than most ( I'm 5'4") riders. If you find your lean angle a little too much there are a few bar back/riser mods in the ~$125 range. Helibars (which I have) and Illium Works to name two quality options. The cast handlebar on the RS prevents a number of other riser retrofit styles. It was helpful for me to get a Low (790mm) seat as well for footing but I don't see this as an issue for you. Enjoy the new ride! Stick.
2016 Granite Gray R1200RS
Haymarket, Va. USA |
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I knew within five minutes that I'd buy one!
2017 R1200RS- 13,000 mi. 10 mos.
2003 R1100S Boxer Cup Replika #6/200 1985 K100/1100RS- 326,000 mi. 33 yrs. 2016 R1200RS- 28,322 mi. 18 mo. (gone) 2011 R1200RT- 30,000 mi. 2 yr. (gone) 2005 R1200ST- 58,000 mi. 8 yr. 3rd deer killed it. 1999 R1100S- 15,000 mi. 2 yr. (gone) 1996 Ducati 900SS/SP- 89,000 mi. 12 yr. (gone) |
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