Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
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Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
Aside from the typical things to look at, anything that I need to specifically look at or ask about? I know there are some recall items (wheel flange / fuel strip?)
Maintenance history will be important. Also, looking at the pictures of the bike this jumped out on me:
The cable routing from the throttle grip through the bar mounts... This doesn't look right to me.
Also the wheels are black. Every 2007 I see in pics has silver wheels.
Thanks!
Maintenance history will be important. Also, looking at the pictures of the bike this jumped out on me:
The cable routing from the throttle grip through the bar mounts... This doesn't look right to me.
Also the wheels are black. Every 2007 I see in pics has silver wheels.
Thanks!
Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
I think you're right and there is something going on with the throttle cable. On my '07 there's a solid casting in that area with no physical way to even route the cable like that. Also, maybe it's just the photo but the bars look like they have more rise than the stock ones. Take a browse thru the photo section.
Gary
2007 R1200R
1995 HD FXD
2007 R1200R
1995 HD FXD
Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
Went and looked at / rode the bike. It has bar backs / risers on it and the throttle cable goes 'under' the bar back. I will probably take these off.
Front rotors were shot, dealer is going to replace those. Otherwise the bike checked out! Can't wait to pick it up once they get the rotors swapped out.
Front rotors were shot, dealer is going to replace those. Otherwise the bike checked out! Can't wait to pick it up once they get the rotors swapped out.
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Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
My 07 had a fuel pump recall. Also, the one item that failed more than once on mine was the clutch interlock switch, so maybe you want to make sure the engine'll start in gear with the clutch lever pulled in.
Richard
Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
Thanks! I'll check that out.
Any input on the wheels? I'm assuming these were painted. 07's were silver, right?
Any input on the wheels? I'm assuming these were painted. 07's were silver, right?
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Yespit0rz wrote:Thanks! I'll check that out.
Any input on the wheels? I'm assuming these were painted. 07's were silver, right?
Harry Costello -- Jersey Shore
2007 R1200R
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2007 R1200R
1974 + 75 CB125S
1971 R75
2011 Sportster
BMWMOA 57358
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Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
Before you sign the papers and take it home, have the dealer take a look at the fuel tank under the fuel filler cap and behind the alternator belt cover. Based on some issues discovered by members of this forum, serious corrosion may be present.
These issues are discussed here:
viewtopic.php?f=20&t=22416&start=60
and here:
http://www.motorcycleinfo.co.uk/indexc8 ... eId=739661
Who knows, the dealer may address them if they occur.
These issues are discussed here:
viewtopic.php?f=20&t=22416&start=60
and here:
http://www.motorcycleinfo.co.uk/indexc8 ... eId=739661
Who knows, the dealer may address them if they occur.
07' R1200R Kristall Grau
ex 2007 F650GS
ex 2007 F650GS
Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
Thanks for thr heads up on that.
Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
And...what happened?
David Brick
Santa Cruz CA
2007 R1200R
priors: R50, R50, R69, R69S, R65, FJ1200, K75S, R1100RSL
Santa Cruz CA
2007 R1200R
priors: R50, R50, R69, R69S, R65, FJ1200, K75S, R1100RSL
Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
Dealer ordered new rotors, coming from Germany... someday.
They said 10 days. When they call me saying it's done I'll go ride it again and look into the things mentioned here.
They said 10 days. When they call me saying it's done I'll go ride it again and look into the things mentioned here.
Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
Did you already take a decision?
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I did decide to purchase. Took 6 weeks for the dealer to get the new rotors!
No corrosion found as mentioned above. This bike is a hoot and a huge improvement over my R1150R that I traded in.
No corrosion found as mentioned above. This bike is a hoot and a huge improvement over my R1150R that I traded in.
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That's a gorgeous roadster! Congratulations!
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Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
Good for you.. I had nothing but great luck with my '07.. (and a number of fuel strips..)
Don Eilenberger - NJ Shore
2012 R1200R - I love this bike!
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Have a lot of fun!
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UPDATE: The original owner of the bike tracked me down on advrider.com and sent me his full service history spreadsheet!
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That's excellent!pit0rz wrote:UPDATE: The original owner of the bike tracked me down on advrider.com and sent me his full service history spreadsheet!
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1996 Virago XV 750
1996 Virago XV 750
Re: Going to look at a 2007 R12R today
I'm delighted for you!