RE: Comfort - What would you do? - 2

Zitat von fred_jb im Beitrag #15

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Why do you say lower footpegs will lower the centre of gravity? You must have massive legs if having your foot 2 cms lower will significantly affect the C of G.

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When I ordered my bike new I got it with option #4. It was lower than I needed and I swapped it for option #3 and this has been perfect for me. I can still easily flat foot the bike. I'm 5' 10" but only have a 29.5' inside leg (yes, and a very long body). I manage with standard height HP footrests with no problems at 65 and counting.....

Personally I would do the Helibar risers first. Made a huge difference for me however they are limited for controlling your leg angle comfort. My bike had lowering pegs when I got it but didn't find them that comfortable as they tended to push me forward. I'm 6 ' and can ride for a couple hours between leg stretch stops.

Zitat von Don im Beitrag #18

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Personally I would do the Helibar risers first. Made a huge difference for me however they are limited for controlling your leg angle comfort. My bike had lowering pegs when I got it but didn't find them that comfortable as they tended to push me forward. I'm 6 ' and can ride for a couple hours between leg stretch stops.

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Following up on my thread, yesterday I went to the dealership and exchanged the seat for the low model that was on the bike when I took it for the demo ride originally.

While I feel more "in" the bike than "on" the bike, its still too low as I was expecting. Theres really no ability to move around in the saddle as its pretty cupped, whereas the higher seat you could slide front to back.

I know that the standard height seat would be the perfect seat but the dealership is telling me I have to buy it if I want it. They are offering me 25% off as a consolation but its still pricey for my blood. Anyone have any options of what I can do with the stock seat? Does anyone have the standard height seat (31") they would be interested in trading with?

Zitat von hyperm3 im Beitrag #20

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Following up on my thread, yesterday I went to the dealership and exchanged the seat for the low model that was on the bike when I took it for the demo ride originally.

While I feel more "in" the bike than "on" the bike, its still too low as I was expecting. Theres really no ability to move around in the saddle as its pretty cupped, whereas the higher seat you could slide front to back.

I know that the standard height seat would be the perfect seat but the dealership is telling me I have to buy it if I want it. They are offering me 25% off as a consolation but its still pricey for my blood. Anyone have any options of what I can do with the stock seat? Does anyone have the standard height seat (31") they would be interested in trading with?

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Join the R1200R forum and keep an eye on the classifieds there too. The R1200R LC uses the same seat options as the RS. You may find one more in your price range or someone that’s willing to do a trade.

https://www.r1200rforum.com/

Hi,I’m sure I saw somewhere,think it was wurlich do replacement rubbers for the front seat mounts for different heights.

Reading the comments about long bodied riders, short, tall riders and getting the R1200RS to fit, I was reminded that in 1996 my R1100RS was adjustable. The seat could be set in any of 3 heights. The handlebars could be moved back and forth by about 25mm. Also the handlebars could be rotated on plan by about 20 degrees. Also the screen was quiet and it ensured you were not buffeted. Over the first 1000miles I adjusted everything to find the perfect fit for me.
After 300 miles on my R1200RS I had to buy the low seat, bar risers, lowered foot pegs and a MRA screen blade. So much for progress.

Zitat von JAG im Beitrag #24

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Reading the comments about long bodied riders, short, tall riders and getting the R1200RS to fit, I was reminded that in 1996 my R1100RS was adjustable. The seat could be set in any of 3 heights. The handlebars could be moved back and forth by about 25mm. Also the handlebars could be rotated on plan by about 20 degrees. Also the screen was quiet and it ensured you were not buffeted. Over the first 1000miles I adjusted everything to find the perfect fit for me.
After 300 miles on my R1200RS I had to buy the low seat, bar risers, lowered foot pegs and a MRA screen blade. So much for progress.

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Zitat von JAG im Beitrag #24

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Reading the comments about long bodied riders, short, tall riders and getting the R1200RS to fit, I was reminded that in 1996 my R1100RS was adjustable. The seat could be set in any of 3 heights. The handlebars could be moved back and forth by about 25mm. Also the handlebars could be rotated on plan by about 20 degrees. Also the screen was quiet and it ensured you were not buffeted. Over the first 1000miles I adjusted everything to find the perfect fit for me.
After 300 miles on my R1200RS I had to buy the low seat, bar risers, lowered foot pegs and a MRA screen blade. So much for progress.

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I agree with Mr 36654 that the R1200RS is a better bike than the R1100RS, but that is not the issue. BMW have over 20 years ago demonstrated the ability to make an adjustable bike with a quiet screen. So why do we not have this on the R1200RS. Despite my complaints the R1200RS is a great bike to ride and I would only change it for the R1250RS.

I guess we all need different set-ups, its taken me a long time to find my “ideal” form.
I’m about 6’1” and very long leg / short body, added to which my left hip is very arthritic, so I should ride a GS with a tall seat but I like bikes that look good have a sporty appeal.

My solution:
Sports seat (tallest available)
BMW HP adjustable footrests in lowest position (no issues with ground clearance for me)
Bar risers - raised up and back a little
Airhawk seatpad - just raises me up another 1/4”-3/8” and takes pressure off my arse / thighs

So, if you want some extra height without the cost of a seat change I’d certainly recommend the Airhawk seat pad, fits the stock seat pretty well and looks quite ok.

Padded cycling shorts also work a treat for repeated long days in the saddle

The Air Hawk seat pad also works well to improve the comfort of the stock seat during a long ride. A lot cheaper than a custom seat and can be moved from bike to bike.