R1200RS + R1250RS Forum
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Tue Mar 05, 2024 1:28 pm (Last edited: Tue Mar 05, 2024 3:08 pm)
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Zitat von Becksy im Beitrag #14Zitat von Boxerboy im Beitrag #1 I stopped subscribing to UKGSer so I do not see the constant bickering by a small number of very unpleasant people (edit to add) in the section they keep behind the paywall Spam goes here |
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Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #11 IMHO, a Miata or Mini is a better use of the garage space than the CanAm Spyder. The primary purpose of HD Trikes is to slow traffic at every turn or highway overpass. The MP3 or any Piaggio brand scooter is a rare beast in the US, in my experience. Vespa had a brief period of popularity about 10-yrs ago, but that faded.
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Well, I hope the RS works for everyone for a long time. I agree it's a bit heavy, but it's not Goldwing-heavy. What I like so much about it is that it ticks almost all the boxes that interest me - sporty, comfortable, excellent electronics and suspension, looks good and goes fast. The only drawback in the weight thing is when getting it on the center stand, and that's just getting the technique sorted. I'm 77 years old now, and while I miss my lighter-weight S1000RR (a very sexy bike that I owned for 6 years), I don't miss the riding position, the lack of luggage and the less-forgiving suspension when hitting a bump(!). |
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There's no avoiding the challenges that life throws at us. When it's time to change, then so be it.
Carpe Diem!
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I reach my 3 score years and 10 - this month for me!! |
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this website used to be a good resource to check ergonomics https://cycle-ergo.com/
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I’m tall (34” inseam) so downsizing is not a good option for me, that’s why the GS fits me better than the RS, even if I prefer the looks and riding position of the RS. Still I’m fortunate that I also have an R100RS that I’ve owned for almost 40 years, a true “keeper”. I can’t ride that for more than 40 minutes without a leg stretcher ! The joys of ageing - back in the 80’s I rode that bike 2-up around Europe for a few years. |
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Zitat von Boxerboy im Beitrag #23 I have a tall friend. He recently hired one of the new Vstroms on holiday and found it very good. They are a lot dearer than the bikes I was looking at and not many used ones yet. I can manage the DL650 Vstrom with a 31" inside leg. Not tried the new 800. There's also the Yamaha Tenere which has a high seat. A bit tall for me.
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I might need to visit https://www.davidjonesnewtown.co.uk/used-bikes as they have a used example of both of the Suzuki 800cc bikes. They are my nearest retailer of new bikes, about 12 miles away.
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Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #26 Chain drive...just sayin'. |
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Zitat von BEARR im Beitrag #27Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #26 that's part of the compromise if you want a bike under 200kg/440lb for me, the absence of cruise control on these little bikes is the major annoyance
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Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #28Zitat von BEARR im Beitrag #27Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #26 No question...cruise control has been a game-changer. I couldn't believe how useful it was when I bought a '15 S1000RR...it was fantastic. No more throttle wrist. On the RS, I use it a lot...sometimes just to make an adjustment on a custom earplug; can't do that with the hand you need holding a throttle open. I don't "mind" maintaining a chain, but it isn't a chore I looked forward to, especially given my mileage, which required cleaning/lubing about every 10 days. |
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Zitat von BEARR im Beitrag #29Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #28Zitat von BEARR im Beitrag #27Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #26 when I had what you call an FJ09 (MT09 Tracer here) and used it all year for commuting I fitted a Tutoro Chain oiler. It is in my view the best auto oiler on the market with no power or vacuum needed https://tutorochainoiler.com/ - very few chain adjustments on that bike and I cleaned it using paraffin once in a blue moon. The rear wheel was also easy to clean as the small amount of fling did not make a sticky crust with brake dust like aerosol lubes. I didn't put one on my S1000XR as it was more of a fair weather bike. The RS was the one used for commutes (but less often than the Tracer as my role changed and I needed to use a car more)
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