Turning a Rockster into a tourer

[andradef]

I just bought a new BMW K1200R, but I am keeping my Rockster. I am thinking about modifying my Rock (which is stock) to turn it into more of a touring bike. Windscreen, handlebar, etc...

Any suggestions? Please let me know some brands, web sites, etc.

Thanks!

[Ves]

Well, 30 people viewed so far and not one responded. I think that means it's been covered. Touring the rock is no different than the R1150R, and there are a lot of discussions on here about windscreens, footpeg lowering, barbacks, luggage, etc... For me, I threw on some Nelson Rigg soft saddle bags and tank bag, put on my windscreen of choice and I was touring. The tall seat is better if you can tolerate the height, because it's flat and the there's more padding. But a fuzzy butt pad or an Airhawk will help in that department if need be.

[andradef]

Thanks, Ves. I will research the history and educate myself!

[johnnyjs1]

Put a Bill Mayer seat, bmw hard bags, touring screen and i was set for touring

[harrisphil]

touring is a personal thing,
my rock has the bmw panniers so to tour i just pack the panniers fill up the tank and go.
I find the wind pressure at 80 just balances my weight on the bars

But saying that i wouldnt want to do the elephant rally on it.

[andradef]

touring is a personal thing,
my rock has the bmw panniers so to tour i just pack the panniers fill up the tank and go.
I find the wind pressure at 80 just balances my weight on the bars

But saying that i wouldnt want to do the elephant rally on it.

Very interesting point about the wind balancing the weight on the handlebars... I never thought of that, but makes perfect sense.

Tks

[kiteman]

BMW side bags, Givi 46 top case, Cee Bailey wind screen.......
Good Luck!

[riceburner]

Flyscreen for me and I can ride it all day. But then I've always had bikes with only minor wind protection.

All you need for touring is a (vague) direction.

[big papa]

I hope the Rockster is treating you well. I miss it a little...

When I had it, I had a taller windscreen on it for blasting across the desert. I'm quite wide and at 80+ mph, the wind drag sucked w/o the windscreen.

BP

[andradef]

hey, big papa! Your Rockster has brought me nothing but joy. I love it, and you are welcome to take it for a spin any time you want. The reason why I am keeping it as a second bike is exactly because I know I will miss it if I sell it.

[Tripton]

Sargent, lowered pegs, moto-techniques bar backs, system cases, tankbag, luggage rack, Sparky Peg highway pegs,

My bike came with the BMW windscreen. I absolutely hate it. I have thrown it on a few times, but it puts the windblast directly into my visor, so I roll with no windshield, and that big snowmobile-like screen sits in the garage.

[jas]

Gasoline, phone, cash.