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The BMW F800S was my first motorcycle bike and I did more than 60.000 km (37.200 miles, approx) in less than 3 years and a half. Although some maintenance was tough (belt, plugs, and strator), the rest was superb. I did use it for everything: day-to-day trips, sport routing, and traveling. Also my partner loved to ride it with me on the back; she always said that the seat was super comfortable. 9,5/10 of a bike ^^

Thinking buying a w124

Have 2008 air cooled bonneville 865cc classic. Staintune exhsust, Ohlins rear shocks, disconnected pollution gear, high flow air cleaner one less tooth on the front sprocket, giving it perfect gearing and fantastic midrange power and torque. All simple things to do for a much better bike. Riding for 50 years and had loads of different bikes but this is one I'll never part with

That BMW would smoke the Kawasaki

Sold?

Great video. Thanks.

What size pushrods did you use if you don’t mind me asking?

3:30 the "S" actually stands for "standard" in the 2011 E-class 4Matics, and is made to be used with the paddle shifters.

Progressive springs. Koni shocks, (long time ago) transformed my R75 immensely.

guys is a w124 E500 a good car because my grandpa has one in his backyard.

I bought a 92 300e with 60,000 miles on it for $750 this last November. I got it for so cheap because it had a bad motor, but it shouldn't be too terrible to rebuild

My dad just gave me his 93 300e 2.8l for free! That’s because he can’t drive anymore due to being old. The car drives amazingly well & smooth. The interior is still in great condition, but the center console has little cracks. However, he didn’t bother to take care of the exterior. It needs a paint job. I’m new to the Mercedes community & I can’t tell the difference between a base, 4-matic, & a 2.8l. They look alike. I mean, is mine a w124? I read the owners manual & it didn’t tell me which one I have. I looked at the door frame of the B pillar to see if it would tell me there. Nothing. And I looked under the hood trying to read anything if it would tell me what mine is. So I don’t know.

Hey do you still have this car?

Lol. "Back then," it was called a motorcycle 😂. I have a 2014 Bonneville that's two tone, but no Tachometer. I picked it up barely brocken in a couple years ago. The only thing I don't like is the previous owner put a 2 into 1 on it. I think they sound a little better with 2 into 2. I'm also replacing the rectifier with a mosfet as the charging can be erratic with the stock one, ala Freddie Dobbs and his hard starting issues.

I got 2012 base model with mag wheels. Love this machine.

Hi Clint- Man am I glad that I came across this video. You did such an awesome job with all of your detailing on this bike. My wife & I were glued to the screen while eating supper. So thank you so much for your time. I was so impressed that I subscribed to the channel. I think I will start looking for one of these bikes. How to begin my search other than craigslist? Any pointers? How did you find your? Are you from St. Joseph, Mo? If so, do you know Ace Malott? Have a beautiful day! Cheers!! Illinois, USA

Everyone tells me to never change the transmission fluid. Can you explain why I should? Mine is a 2011 with 83,000 miles

Why’d you get rid of the 550?

I replaced my 124 with a w203 c-class but regret it since the 124 was so much more comfortable and quiet

Bought a 95 e320 wagon with 145k. It's cherry mint condition Inside and out. To date of all the mercs I've had,it has to be my favorite. One day when the car has half a million miles on it, I'll swap it to a om606 turbo just slightly modified,mechanical pump and manual transmission. It will be on the road 50 years from now if it's not illegal.

How can i get this car and how much am from Nigeria 🇳🇬

Do you ever experience stalling when letting go of the throttle on this motorcycle?

I have a 2013 SE. Thanks for the tip on replacing the rear shocks to increase comfort and handling.

sounds great, 212-212 comp cam, did you have to change the push rods? or did you have to get a different size?

weird seeing old expensive homes that are now abandoned and their once wealthy owners are probably dead. Just goes to show do not chase money, life is short, and Gods judgement is only around the corner.

Why do you have red fingers

Can you make a video of where to look for a 124. And the different models etc. Best ones etc

i bought one 2013 Nov. costa mesa ca. a 1995e300 diesel for $5750 repainted for $1000 (in Mexico ) 4 new Pirelli tires $500 interior was like brand new.....fuel consumption with a 70 liters tank 1200 km on highway 650 km city highway combined.....sadly hurricane Odel a year later in Cabo San Lucas flooded and destroyed it....next year when i move back to Europe will look for an other one and restore it.....

love the exhaust

Best bike I've ever owned. Had my 2011 ST from new. Commuting, touring and track, it's had a hard life. Crashed mine a few times on the road and track, it's robust, crashes well and is relatively easy to fix. I have BMW service it once per year and that's pretty much it, no oil, no lube, nothing, I just keep the tyres pumped and load it with petrol. 75k km now and on my third belt, and second clutch, but I'm hard on my bike and it's never let me down. Super economical, even on track, easy 300km per tank commuting into town. The only downsides are the ABS, which does give you the running on feeling when the road is bumpy and you slam on the brakes, and the forks are a bit budget. May not set the world on fire, but the torque gives a nice peak at 5500rpm.

Been into bikes ill be a new beginner around my area there is 2012 f800 st around $4800 is that value or over value iv been really having my eyes on a ninja 400 as to contrast ....?

Beautiful matey,thank you !

I dislike the rust, far worse than the e34 and Audi 100. I don't like the hassel involved in changing rear wheel bearings.

Nice buick

I'm Mark ,from South Africa,,,I bought myself a w124,in very good condition, but I'm always nervous when I'm on the road, because this car is one of my best ever,The problem is that I don't know what I'm driving, 200e,,230e or 260e, I can't find it on any of the papers....really confused. Tkss

It would be nice if the w124 cars up here in New England, were cheap like they are in Midwest.😕

The BMW F800ST is a great bike and I enjoy riding it (owned a 2008 since 2019), the only thing I think BMW dropped the ball on is the rear wheel bearing arrangement. There is no practical way to service or lubricate the bearings, and as a result - they can become lubrication starved and cause the inner race to spin on the shaft. The good news is there is a safety recall for this item, so if it starts to go bad on you...BMW will have to replace the bearing/hub assembly for free. I have heard that some people have had trouble getting the work done on the company dime. As they say - YMMV (Your Mileage May Vary). As for me, I have been keeping tabs on it...and periodically checking the rear wheel for play or roughness. The one caveat we should be aware of. Thanks for the video, and keep the rubber side down... 🏍

$70k now

Just bought one. Great ride I just wish drive belts were both easier to come by and not so $$$ Mine is ok but a spare is needed lol

You said this is where everything began, you were more right than you know, at 6:31 you can see where the highway meets the bluff, directly under there is where Joseph Robidoux built his first trading post, which would have been the first structure in St. Joe.

Appreciated this video. Seriously considering an F800ST for my second era motorcycle. Keep having to fight my tendency to get a big bore sport touring bike. My last bike was an ST1100.

I found the riding position a bit too much sportbike also (I'm 65 and not as flexible as I used to be). Adding a set of bar risers, a footpeg lowering kit and a Sargent seat made it just about perfect for me. The seat in particular worked wonders, the first decent-length trip on the bike was a breeze-I rode a couple of 10 hour days with no issues. When I bought the bike it had a factory low seat, which was like sitting on a cinder block. I found a standard seat used and it was pretty nice, but like you I noticed that I was sliding forward and contacting the "tank" by the end of a ride. The Sargent seat (also used) eliminates all of that, is comfortable all day and is about the same height. The bike will cruise all day at 75-85 mph (there's a nice sweet spot in the rev range there where engine vibration is barely noticeable). You're right when you say it sounds tractor-like (strangely the exhaust doesn't really sound like any other 360 twin I've ever heard and there's all sorts of thrashing noise coming from somewhere) but other than that it's a great bike. Light enough to move around in the garage, great handling, decent power, looks nice and has fabulous brakes. I love it.

Just bought one of these after not knowing they even existed until a week ago. Superb machine so far. Hello from the UK!

Solid review mate, just picked up an 06 F800 ST and moved from an ER6F here across the pond

Best car I have ever owned!

In my country the w124 like yours price $ 10.000 in good vondition..in so so $ 5.000

Just bought a 2000, one-owner Texas car with 52K miles for a daily driver.

Hi Ive just purchased a 19194 w124 E320 and I'm in love with it ! its superb !! regards Derek

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