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Motorcycle.com has an interesting comparison test between the BMW R1200R and the Ducati Monster 1200S.
Kulture Klash: BMW R1200R vs. Ducati Monster 1200SI say tomato, you say gemutlichkeit, let’s call the whole thing on.Read the comparison and see their (non-)conclusion at: http://www.motorcycle.com/shoot-outs/kulture-klash-bmw-r1200r-vs-ducati-monster-1200s
UltimateMotorcycling is reporting that ABS Pro can now be retrofitted to older (model year 2012 to 2014) S1000RR models. ABS Pro, which is a factory option on later models, can also be retrofitted to other new bike models such as the R1200GS/A and S1000XR.
S1000RR BMW ABS Pro OptionPrice in Germany from about 420 euro.See: https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2015/09/30/bmw-abs-pro-now-retrofit-option-for-2012-14-s1000rr/
Another article about the S1000XR in UltimateMotorcycling, this time by Jonathan Handler.
BMW S 1000 XR Review – What the Facts?The author claims that the vibrations mentioned in most reviews lessen as the engine gets some more hours on it.The conclusion: "BMW has produced a stellar vehicle in the BMW S1000XR, especially as a first year offering. It is a world-class motorcycle as good or better than any bike in the several categories in which one might sensibly compare it. Retaining my driver’s license after a month-long affair – priceless."Read the article at: https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2015/09/25/bmw-s1000xr-what-the-facts/
Good news (perhaps) for owners of R1200GS/A oil-cooled bikes with ESA – Touratech now has replacement shocks available that supposedly are better than the BMW originals. Not so good news – the price.
BMW R1200GS – Touratech Plug & Travel ESA Upgrade ShocksSee the article on UltimateMotorcycling at: https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2015/09/24/bmw-r1200gs-touratech-plug-travel-esa-upgrade-shocks/or go to the Touratech web site: http://www.touratech-usa.com/Store/3476/Touratech-Suspension-for-BMW-MotorcyclesAccording to the Touratech site they are also available for the watercooled R1200GS/A.
For a while it seemed as if QR codes were becoming ubiquitous, and more easily and widely readable than a USB device. A custom printout of a QR code with an ICE indication would provide information that, although not directly humanly readable, would be available to most emergency response personnel with a smartphone.But back to my original point. What information about experience of the MSAC proposal is available from countries who already use it?
A few years ago BMW had a group of demo bikes that would allow each dealer to have a demo day once a year. Book in beforehand, get the bike for half an hour, and go for a ride around a predetermined route. Not as good as having bikes available any time for longer test rides, but a great way of giving potential buyers a feel for the various bikes. It might have been expensive, but I'm sure it resulted in sales and goodwill that would have covered the cost.
Unfortunately I'm physically limited by leg length to test ride only a few of those bikes. The only one of those 9 I'm remotely interested in is the S1000XR. The local dealer doesn't have a demo, and BMW no longer makes demos available to dealers in NZ. Due to its seat height I would go for the version with the lowered suspension, which won't be imported to NZ except on special order. So I can order a bike and wait 5 or 6 months for delivery, without being able to test ride it beforehand. Thanks, but no thanks. Life's too short, and the F650GS suits me too well, to play those games.
I'm actually in two minds about this scheme, and would like some more information about results from countries such as the UK where it has been in use for some time. How many use it? How many keep it up to date? Has it saved any time or lives? Do emergency services have any statistics to show its usefulness?An alternative is to put an ICE number in the directory of your mobile phone. But that doesn't contain any medical or other useful data except a contact telephone number. Also, there's no guarantee that a mobile phone will survive a crash. And some people use a PIN number to unlock a phone.Personally I have an ICE entry in my mobile phone, and I have a laminated card in my wallet together with the drivers licence, with details of who to contact in case of an accident. It would be easy to add any relevant medical information to that card. If MSAC do produce that card I'd probably keep it in my wallet rather than having a copy in each helmet.
An interesting comparison in motorcycle.com of 9 different Sports-Adventure-Touring bikes, including two BMWs. The S1000XR and the R1200GS. They are given points for various attributes, and ranked from 9 (Bwucie's favourite) to 1 (one of the BMWs). Despite only one rider choosing the BMW as their favourite overall. Between those two are bikes from KTM, Triumph, Aprilia, Kawasaki and Ducati.
2015 Ultimate Sports-Adventure-Touring ShootoutMO’s Epic Going Postal California Coastal 9-Adventure Bike ComparoRead the full story, view the pictures, and see the dyno graphs, at: http://www.motorcycle.com/shoot-outs/2015-ultimate-sports-adventure-touring-shootout
in reply to: New Non member of BMWOR NZ #18786After receiving several requests to do so, the original responses in this thread have now been removed.As moderator I've been fairly tolerant and expect users to exercise restraint and use their own judgment as to what is appropriate or not in a public forum. In future I will remove posts with personal attacks on other users, or posts that I consider inappropriate for other reasons.
BMW’s Valerie Thompson Joins Colorado Mile 200 MPH ClubFirst Female to Join Colorado Mile 200 MPH ClubTo find out what the Colorado Mile 200MPH Club is, and to find out how Valerie, a seven-time land speed record holder, joined the club, read the article at:https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2015/09/11/bmws-valerie-thompson-joins-colorado-mile-200-mph-club/
Motorcyclist online has a video comparison between the S1000XR and the Ducati Multistrada 1200, and an interesting set of dyno charts to accompany this.
BMW S1000XR vs. DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 – Tested To the Limit! | ON TWO WHEELSWe Compare These Two Do-It-Alls In Every Environment We Could ImagineYou need to watch the video to get their comments and conclusions.http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/bmw-s1000xr-vs-ducati-multistrada-1200-tested-to-limit-on-two-wheels
Rider magazine (online) has a comparison between the BMW R1200GSA and the KTM 1290 Super Adventure, written by Mark Tuttle.
Snapshot Comparo: 2015 BMW R 1200 GS vs. KTM 1290 Super AdventureThe conclusion: "Overall, KTM has closed the gap between its top-of-the-line adventure tourer and BMW’s. For many riders, the choice really boils down to cost and chain vs. shaft, since the refinement level of the ride that each provides is very close."Read the whole story at: http://www.ridermagazine.com/road-tests/snapshot-comparo-2015-bmw-r-1200-gs-vs-ktm-1290-super-adventure.htm/
For those interested in custom bikes, Ultimate Motorcycling has a report from the recent BMW Motorrad festival “Pure & Crafted”, held in Berlin. Lots of photos available.
Pure&Crafted Festival by BMW Motorrad a Success"“From our point of view, the first Pure&Crafted Festival was a resounding success. Motorcycles, music and New Heritage – the concept worked well and the various themes created a perfect blend. We congratulate Tim Meier and the entire Gemeinsame Sache team on a successful event,” said Ralf Rodepeter, Head of Marketing BMW Motorrad."Read the story and see some of the photos at: https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2015/09/01/purecrafted-festival-by-bmw-motorrad-a-success/
in reply to: How to make a BMW even more handsome #18535Thanks for keeping us updated on the adventures of the handsome BMW, Gremlin.Some years ago BMW had a combined car/motorbike day at Pukekohe. They needed someone to do a couple of demo laps on their bikes. I had the choice of the C1 scooter or the F650GS Dakar. I chose the Dakar. Another rider had one of the faster bikes, K1200 perhaps. It was pouring down with rain. He ran away on the straights. I caught up in the corners. I wasn't worried about losing it, as it wasn't my bike. He was worried, because it wasn't his bike. We both managed to get back with no damage done.
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