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Interesting review and thanks. Which screen did you fit?

How to buy?

Love my 2016 RS. Only downside is I need my Puig screen fitted after I had bar risers fitted. I am getting 60mpg!

I have an R and liked it so bought an RS too ...the dash on them does not bother me, easy enough the read.

It’s nice but I think I’d rather save a bit more and get the Street Triple R , not because it’s not a good scooter but I just love bikes 😂it’s so addictive 👍🏾😅

Cheep Chinese product sold at an exuberant cost and for that, I'm out.

I rode one on demo and dropped it because the clutch was so unbelievably lite i've since bought an F800GT but i'm too big for it so this weekend i'm purchasing a 2018 R1200RS SE and i'm looking forward to it, prior to the 800 i had a CB1300 an awesome bike but like you I'm drawn to the clever systems on the BMW's.

After watching this video, I think I will tackle this myself. I always thought changing the spark plugs on this bike was much more complicated. This could have just saved me a lot of money. Thank you for the well done video.

I'm going to upgrade my bike this year. I think very seriously about bmw 1200rs

Those pipes are so heavy I put Leo slips amd it’s way better faster louder lighter by far

Highly recommend these 👊🏻👍

Best bike ever I have two 2011 and 2013 👊🏻👍

Thanks so much your video, been watching it in build up to change rear pads on my 2012 VFR800X . Bicycle mechanic for many years. After last few disappointing shop service ,front brakes and new chain and sprockets 😮I decided to get a torque spanner and do it with Care! The 800x is a little different from the one in the video but your thorough I'm depth video gave me the confidence to do the job, big Cheers 👍 The pistons took a good few goes to get all way trial and error eventually got there. My main issue was after giving the calipers a good spray of brake cleaner and cleaning everything off I ended up with a thin copper membrane that I had no idea where to fit. Several hours and call a mate later I still had no clue. At this point another neighbour offered a smoke , green in nature🌬️. And after refitted callipers and much thought I worked out that only logical place would be against bottom of calliper, giving I guess a copper slip for the pads to move on👍 Still not 100% sure and I get that logic not always prevail, that said it's not going anywhere,as under pad edges and whilst loose when fitting it did kinda seem the only place to fit. Fitted the rear wheel at 4am after along day scratching thy head and only my pipe to go now 🎉. Raining here today and body aches everywhere from doing what you made simple a rather hard job on a bike with no centre stand 😮 a single sided paddock stand working 20cm from the ground 😢 Not pumped the brakes yet but spun wheel a few times and so quiet compared to my Shop $$ installation of front brakes that basically all they did was swap the pads. I even took time to polish up my 4 chrome wheel nuts , cause I could and give rear wheel a thorough clean too . Nice to do things proper like. Especially when pads I removed where original ones , 52,000km , 12yo. Thank again for the confidence you gave me to do the job with care👍

Having had a lifetime of sports bikes but deciding I’m getting old and chose to go touring I decided BMW make touring bikes and searched and searched eventually finding a K1200S in like new condition with hardly any miles … loved it but 170bhp all it ever wanted to do was go fast ( I used to race bikes and I understand ‘fast’ but that bike took fast to a whole new level and in todays modern era ones licence wouldn’t last long 😢) and wanting a more sit up and beg riding position I considered the obvious GS but going the long way round to Tescos wasn’t my vibe but I liked the BMW quality , the heated grips , suspension on the button and most of all the shaft drive hassle free touring . So I decided upon the RS and fit risers … after a long search I found a one owner 7000miles with all the options /extras even a tinted larger screen and high bars ( very comfortable ) all I’ve added are a set of sw moto crash bars , Motorrad 6 satnav and ( it was still on original road 4 tyres) a pair of michilin road 6 .. that’s it and I can’t express how pleased I am with it .. only 125bhp but easily keeps up with mates on far sportier bikes yet I’m certain il enjoy a trip to Italy later in the year in relative comfort … it’s my forever bike and so pleased I made the change

Thank you so much!!!

I've managed to break the bolt which attaches the metal trim. Have you any idea where I can source one? Thanks.

Why did BMW change where the scooter is made ??? Answer : COST !!!!! CHEAPER MADE MEANS MORE PROFIT FOR SHARE HOLDERS !!!!! SAD BUT TRUE !!!!

Did you know that the BMW C 400 IS TOTALLY MADE IN CHINA 🇨🇳 ALL PARTS ARE MADE TOTALLY IN CHINA .....AND THEN THEY ARE SENT TO THE LONCIN CHINESE FACTORY TO BE MADE !!!! WHY DOESNT BMW TELL THIS THAT ITS MADE IN CHINA ??? BECAUSE THEY KNOW THE QUALITY GOES DOWN !!!! NOW EVERYONE KNOWS ....JUST GOOGLE UNTIL YOU FIND THIS INFOMATION OUT !!!

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Gonna attempt to look at one this week. Great price, showroom condition, low miles, bone stock. I don't generally buy used intending on considerable mods, but a tune, lighter louder exhaust, LED's panniers, the list really does go on... I'm in love with what I THINK this bike COULD BE. My heart is with my stock 05 GSXR, that's where I'm at, but you can't ride it all day long. Maybe I'm wrong and this bike just isn't made for someone looking for an SS modified to ride all day long. Maybe the test ride will let me know either way. Great review thank you !!!

This is not a review by any stretch of the imagination

I can not got that fuel spigot off. Seems jammed on there 😒

Thanks for the vid. Dunno, I can't ride anymore due to back I jury affect also.my left leg. Sold my last Harley on the weekend. Still want to ride and this might be sweet. No speed demon but still.just cruise along and enjoy the ride....I'm in no great hurry so still does motorway speeds. Sounds like a bloody good option for me. Cheers

I am from Portugal. I am thinking buy one from 2016 with 8000 miles.

Thank you for the information!!!❤

Very good video, I appreciate you very much. Gonna tackle this job soon on a 2022 1000SX, looks like it would be exactly the same as on the older bikes.

have you tried the newer model out.

Where's the restrictor plate

I have a question. Are you reviewing the Honda or yourself.... You are comparing a proper motorbike to a motor scooter and whether the scoot is coming to your standard. Just stay to reviewing the BMW because I am not interested what transport is good enough for you. I tell you this. You cannot compare a motor bike with a scoot and they are for different kind of riders. A motorbike is way more comfortable and faster. Most of the riders think they are Rossi and that they have the ability to master 160 hp...and they look down on others who know they are not Rossi and know they cannot master 160 hp. A scoot is offering protection to weather has room to spare and in the end is the better choice if you do not ride big distances. Those riders are more relaxed and not compatitive. They just want to have fun or use the scoot as commuter.

Loving this tour so far, we are doing Black Forest in July. I’ve noticed you ride exactly how we do, your corner speed is the same. We prefer the more relaxed ride taking in the views, not a fan of taking every corner at 70mph. It’s all about riding at your comfort levels and making it your own ride. Can’t wait to watch the rest of it.

Hi, many thanks for the video, it was extremely helpful. I've just done the clearances on my z1000sx. The bike has 37k and it's the first time they've been done. It was running well but when I checked the clearances there were 7 that were out of spec and 4 that were borderline. I adjusted them and all was looking good until I came to sync the throttle bodies. Once again this has never been done on my bike. The engine appears to run ok (as far as i can tell without reassembly and a test ride) but the gauge on cylinder 4 has excessive flutter, making it impossible to get a good reading. I triple checked the clearances and have also swapped the coil and plug with another cylinder but the issue remains (it's not the gauge). Any ideas what might be causing this? I've just ordered a compression tester and will check the readings, I'm expecting number 4 to be low as i think it might be a valve or head gasket issue but would appreciate any advice you may be able to offer? Thanks in advance.

I would never use any grease on the wheel adjusters. A good friend of mine did that and the first time he accelerated onto the motorway it spun the adjusters so slackening his chain, even though the bolts that clamp the adjuster were correctly torqued.

did you do a valve clearance check before syncronisation

Is that an RS btw? Need to try one...,.

Thank you. I actually bought this after watching this review. I’ve done 500miles on it now and love it. I have similar observations. The suspension for me is fine after I had a fork service and played with the settings. It’s now plush enough to soak up all those bumps, yet stiff enough to have a bit of fun as well. I’m 6.2 and bought a National Cycle VStream screen which is amazing compared to the stock one. The bike, despite its age, has no signs of rust. It’s only done 25K but still. The build quality of this bike is excellent considering its price point. I do find myself looking for that 7th gear as well. I wonder if you have ever changed the sprocket to see if it made a difference and how it affected riding overall. I’m riding a lot in London traffic, and for that the current gearing is great. I’m mostly in third gear and just leave it there, riding it lazy. I might not make that change. Cheers and safe riding.

Your videos are superb and your instructions are spot on. Well done!

I've had mine for 2 1/2 years and like it enough, mine had a higher screen fitted when I bought it, 70mpg is the best I get but I use it for short trips.

Well done mate, good on ya!

Great review. However have a question. I suffer from a sore back but love scooters. I am struggling to find reviews that talk about how smooth the suspension is. Some scooters I have had nearly jolt you off when you are on rough roads. May I ask is this scooter smooth to ride and irons out the rough surfaces or is it bouncey ?

Cheers mate. I bought the knock off's which didn't come with instructions. Lol

I dont understand why people think they are not as capable as motorbikes. Ive rode loads of different bikes and scooters and believe me scooters are capable of touring and doing miles. We are just a country of bikes riders with no imagination. Look at Europe, there are loads of scooters.

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Thank you for your perfect video Just purchased a 2013 sx and will definitely follow your instructions for maintenace. Excellent commentary and details Thanks heaps from Australia

Encountering my first chain and sprockets change on my 2014 1000sx. Thank you for your very detailed video and thorough explanation as you go. Cheers, from an ex-pat in Western Australia.

R u using 1/2 entension or 3/8 ?

How long is the extension for spark plug?

Jesus Christ why don’t bike manufacturers make bikes easy to work on. 🤦‍♂️

Great video - super helpful, clearly explained and confidence-inspiring for the cautious novice. Cheers.

test drove the c400gt and the kymco ak550. ak is the winner. i am taller and heavier and the kymco makes a big difference. i have a honda pcx160, fun, but over 40mph not so much. service on the AK is hard to come by in the states tho.

Why not just start with the abs system and then do the front brakes ..? That way you only have to do them one cr.. @TheSussexBiker