Who knows what about the R100S?

[janejohnstewart]

#2219

For various reasons, I need to have a bit of a break from life in Kerikeri, and I've just been presented with an opportunity to work in Perth for a while.Obviously I'm going to need some transport whilst I'm there, and one of the bikes I've noticed in my browsing is an R100S, but I've got next to no experience of BM's other than my GS's. I love the mile eating capability of the Oilhead, and I also love the character of the Airhead, and my twisted and naïve logic suggests that the 100S might have some of the airhead character I enjoy, but with more oomph.The trouble is I've got serious back problems, and I find that the sit up riding position on the GS doesn't cause me any grief, but I'm concerned that the S might.So come on guys, has anybody got first hand experience of one of these bikes?Would it be a serious proposition for someone with back problems?I've posted something similar on ADVrider and asked if it would be sensible to swap the bars and fairing to something resembling an R100R.Also, I'm going to have to travel down to Auckland in the not too distant future, and I'd be keen to have a look at a R100S if someone has one.  Seeing one in the flesh I might be able to come to a decision as to whether it is a viable option there and then.All feedback gratefully received.Cheers John

[dave.valma]

#8521

The R100S was a good mile eater, if it has short bars you can change them for a higher / wider version, you would need longer cables as well. ,www.motobins.co.uk> could supply both within a week. The higher bars probably would be OK with the S cockpit fairing if it is still fitted. Visually not PC but the back is probably more important than appearances.

[dave.valma]

#8522

Google BMW R100s and click on the 1st site for pic's galore

[Dave Ross]

#8523

The bars don't look that bad.  What a cool bike.[img width=800 height=594]http://www.bmbikes.co.uk/photos/photophotos/R100S%20Exclusive%20Sports.JPG[/img]

[Anonymous]

#8524

Hi, I used to have a 75/6 with S fairing and high bars and later a normal 90/S and there wre both absolutely fine and I have back problems too at times, did Brisbane to Sydney in 9 hrs on the 75/6 and was quite relaxed when I arrived  good luck.

[janejohnstewart]

#8525

Thanks for the replies guys.From what you describe, the bike isn't totally out of the question ... which is good.I suppose my main concern is using the bike as a commuter, but I suspect that my concerns are more based on gazing in horror at modern sports bikes ... yes, I know it's not a fair or reasonable comparison, but please remember we are talking about motorbikes 😉Obviously I'd welcome any more comments, but it would be really great if someone between Cape Rienga and the Bombay Hills has something that's similar, and willing to let me chuck a leg over it.As I say my concerns are more based around the low speed practicalities of the bike for me, so if we do have any volunteers to assist with my tyre kicking exercises, your only concerns should be about having enough fresh coffee, rather than me wanting to start the bike, or worse yet roar off into the distance.Once again, cheersJohn

[dave.valma]

#8526

All these bikes are very similar, the differences being the bars, fairing/s,and diff ratios. all had basically the same frame/tank/seat set up. I would say that an RT would suit you better except for the temperature factor in WA.

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