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by sky_sailor
Mon Aug 20, 2012 9:50 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: I'm Back
Replies: 10
Views: 3734

Re: I'm Back

Congrats on the new bike. Personally, I really like it in white. It just "works".
Lyle
by sky_sailor
Thu Aug 16, 2012 9:15 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: 6K Service Disappointment
Replies: 28
Views: 7246

Re: 6K Service Disappointment

It's a well known fact that a dealer makes a very small percentage of their income on bike sales. The $$money$$ is in the back. Milking folks who "think" their warrantee depends on having their dealer do all the service work. If I followed the manufacturer's "recommended" service...
by sky_sailor
Mon Jun 11, 2012 8:45 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Lowered chassis
Replies: 10
Views: 2935

Re: Lowered chassis

There are lowered ones. Factory option. No extra charge. Pretty popular option in the GS, but I did sit on an R1200R with the lowered chassis. I'm 5'6" with a 30" inseam. I found it to be too low. Felt like I was sitting "in" the bike, rather than "on" it. The standard ...
by sky_sailor
Wed May 16, 2012 10:56 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: 2012 BMW R1200R Made in Berlin; BMW Tank Bag, Made in China
Replies: 20
Views: 4670

Re: 2012 BMW R1200R Made in Berlin; BMW Tank Bag, Made in Ch

Visited Chapman BMW (autos) while I was in AZ. They have cars that were assembled in South Africa?
by sky_sailor
Mon May 14, 2012 8:48 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: European Delivery.
Replies: 1
Views: 1264

European Delivery.

Do US BMW dealers still do this? Buy a bike this side of the Atlantic, pick it up at the factory, tour Europe, ship it home? True cost?
by sky_sailor
Mon May 07, 2012 8:16 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Trusted the computer: RAN OUT OF GAS!!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 7188

Re: Trusted the computer: RAN OUT OF GAS!!!!

Take it from someone who spends his days flying lawyers. Gas gauges and fuel computers are gimmicks!
Lyle
by sky_sailor
Mon May 07, 2012 1:50 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: First Bike Trip on the R12R
Replies: 32
Views: 6542

Re: First Bike Trip on the R12R

Is there usually an "issue" with the yellow bulb? Texas? Anyplace else? I've heard of the "Yellow Rose of Texas".....probably not related issues?
Lyle
by sky_sailor
Wed May 02, 2012 6:40 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: New VStream Z2443 Installed Yesterday
Replies: 11
Views: 3725

Re: New VStream Z2443 Installed Yesterday

deilenberger wrote:Looked on their website.. and unfortunately (or perhaps fortunately for my wallet) - this model is only for the '11-12 bikes so far. Hope they decide to make it fit the earlier models.
Don, what windshield are you currently using?
Lyle
by sky_sailor
Sat Apr 28, 2012 4:30 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: R1200R Upgrade to 2012 question
Replies: 15
Views: 3568

Re: R1200R Upgrade to 2012 question

Just a FWIW - ABS is no longer an option on the 2012 bikes. It's standard equipment (right across the BMW model line..) To the OP - is it worth getting a 2012 to get ABS? If it prevents one fall-down I think the question is rhetorical. Only problem will be the difficulty selling the one you have wi...
by sky_sailor
Sat Apr 28, 2012 4:15 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: How Many $$ for an '09?
Replies: 30
Views: 5745

Re: How Many $$ for an '09?

Okay so, after much fence sitting, soul searching, and no small amount of research (some here, some at advrider.com) I've "pulled the trigger" on the '09! Planning to just go with the top box and use my Wolfman soft bags. I have some days off in May so I'll be headed to get it in a couple ...
by sky_sailor
Thu Apr 26, 2012 10:27 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: First Bike Trip on the R12R
Replies: 32
Views: 6542

Re: First Bike Trip on the R12R

Tag what you don't use. Next time, leave it behind.
Lyle
by sky_sailor
Tue Apr 24, 2012 5:22 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: R1200R Upgrade to 2012 question
Replies: 15
Views: 3568

Re: R1200R Upgrade to 2012 question

Must ask yourself a simple question. What will a much improved bike do for me? Do you need more power? More speed? Nicer colour? Your 2010 will stay the course for many more years. Unless they come out with outriggers or a power centre stand, a roof maybe, or a heater and windshield wipers, a micro ...
by sky_sailor
Mon Apr 09, 2012 9:28 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: R1200R vs. R1200GS
Replies: 29
Views: 8344

Re: R1200R vs. R1200GS

Wolf? That's where I'm looking. They have a great reputation.
Lyle
by sky_sailor
Sun Apr 08, 2012 8:20 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Tubed tyres losing pressure quicker than tubeless?
Replies: 18
Views: 3203

Re: Tubed tyres losing pressure quicker than tubeless?

Don's most likely bang on. I check tyre pressure about once a month. It's always down 1-2 pounds. I'll check before a trip...again 1-2 pounds, no more, no less. It's definitely lost during the check. I'll over inflate sometimes by 2#...that way, when I check it, it's bang on! If you're going to have...
by sky_sailor
Fri Apr 06, 2012 5:49 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: R1200R vs. R1200GS
Replies: 29
Views: 8344

Re: R1200R vs. R1200GS

As for heading to Alaska, or TDF, even Mexico, Belize and Central America, I'll slap a couple of Happy Trails panniers on my DR650 and go that route. The R will be a pavement eater for me. I'll need windshield suggestions. The bike I'm looking at has the "sport" shield. Looks like "d...
by sky_sailor
Fri Apr 06, 2012 4:07 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: R1200R vs. R1200GS
Replies: 29
Views: 8344

Re: R1200R vs. R1200GS

As for heading to Alaska, or TDF, even Mexico, Belize and Central America, I'll slap a couple of Happy Trails panniers on my DR650 and go that route. The R will be a pavement eater for me. I'll need windshield suggestions. The bike I'm looking at has the "sport" shield. Looks like "de...
by sky_sailor
Fri Apr 06, 2012 11:35 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: R1200R vs. R1200GS
Replies: 29
Views: 8344

R1200R vs. R1200GS

Before I pull the trigger on a very nice '09 I'm looking at, or even a brand spanking new R1200R in RED, how do they compare/handle etc., with a 1200GS. I rented the GS in AZ last month, and to be really honest, I didn't like it at all. Very clunky transmission, Way to heavy, although it certainly g...
by sky_sailor
Sat Mar 31, 2012 10:19 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Fuel strip
Replies: 49
Views: 10306

Re: Fuel strip

Wow. You bunch of girls! Not only should you NEVER rely on a fuel gauge (I fly for a living, and the fuel gauges are just "decorations") but ALL motorcycles should have kick starters as well. I know it's a big effort to reset your trip odometers, but I'm sure you can all manage it? Wow. W...
by sky_sailor
Sat Mar 31, 2012 12:52 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Fuel strip
Replies: 49
Views: 10306

Re: Fuel strip

Wow. You bunch of girls! Not only should you NEVER rely on a fuel gauge (I fly for a living, and the fuel gauges are just "decorations") but ALL motorcycles should have kick starters as well. I know it's a big effort to reset your trip odometers, but I'm sure you can all manage it?
by sky_sailor
Fri Mar 30, 2012 4:32 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Off Topic, but because i talk to you guys its here
Replies: 27
Views: 6491

Re: Off Topic, but because i talk to you guys its here

My thoughts are with you. We are a band of "brothers". Take care
Lyle