BMW R1250R HP, Sport and Exclusive road test & review and 6 different seats tested. ENG / DEU
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- Today we look at the BMW R1250R. I have ridden a total of 1,600 km over 5 weeks on three different bikes: BMW R1250R HP, Sport and the Exclusive. I will share what I think about this amazing motorbike and the incredible BMW 1250 motor. We will discuss the positives and negatives and talk about the 6 different seats that I tested and the accessories I bought and tried from the company Wunderlich. The BMW R1250R is quite possibly the most underrated motorbike from the last 3 years.
This episode is the start of a new series that will run parallel to my Multistrada series. I hope to review and test all the models in the BMW R series line-up, the R, RS, RT, GS and GSA, and share my thoughts.
If you would like to know more about RikkyTang! and his experience moving from a BMW S1000R to the BMW R1250R, and look at the accessories he has installed and his visits to the race track…then please click on the following link: Rikky Tang: / rikkytang
I hope to upload 1 new video each week during this first season, so please Subscribe and press the Bell notification button (This will help the channel grow and develop), and of course you will be notified when the next episode is uploaded.
Thank you, Carl
If you have any requests or content suggestions about the BMW R series… just let me know. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Just bought a 23 R1250r and totally love it
Watching your GS vids, thanks for them, very helpful, especially the heated seat/grips tip Thanks
You have lovely bike, I would still have one if I could have gotten more comfortable. Thank you for the feedback on the gs series 👍 and have fun on you’re 23 R
As an owner of a ‘20 R1250R for two years, I’d like to correct one point: On the down-gear movement of the quick shifter, the throttle should be closed, not kept at high rpms as stated. Going *up*, however, the revs should be high to ensure a smooth shift.
Hello and good morning, Yes you are correct. What I really intended to share was... when using the down shift blipper to start the down shifting process high in the rpm range and with a closed throttle.
What I experienced was, that if I start going down through the gearbox from 6k rpm.... it's much smoother than starting at say 4k rpm.
So in other words... to start using the down shifter sooner... higher in the rpm range.
With the throttle closed.
Thankyou for highlighting that, I'll make sure next time I explain things more clearly. Best wishes Carl
So, what do you think about your lovely R1250R after 2 years of ownership?
Great review of the R 1250 R, thank you Carl, greetings from Still Bay South Africa
Hi Regis, thank you and welcome to the channel. Carl
Rikky is a nice guy. Following him from the very early days. :) Thanks for sharing your thoughts here. Keep up man.
Hi RRR, welcome and yes Rikky is nice chap 👍I am so pleased he has reached the 2K and with over 200 different videos he deserves a gold Star. Carl
@@justthewayitis Agree. He has a variety of different videos. Covering topics like test rides, technical stuff, track days and so on. You can also check what I do. :)
The V7 looks nice, not really my thing but they look lovely. Carl
@@justthewayitis Thanks Carl. :)
Hello Carl
I am a Ricky Tang subscriber and he recommended your channel. Thoroughly enjoy all your videos. Thank you!!
I currently ride a 2022 KTM 1290 SDR. I progressed from a KTM 390 and the 890 Duke R over the last year and a half. I was very apprehensive entering into the KTM brand much like Ducati but so far so good. Looking forward to future videos.
SW France
Hello Waka and welcome, Ricky is a great guy and has done many interesting videos on his channel. My wife currently has the KTM 390 duke and is very much enjoying it. Yes I understand your thoughts about reliability, so I am pleased to hear your happy and problem free. The 1290 is a amazing bike. Best wishes Carl
I took out the SDR and GT on separate occasions but decided I would probably lose my driving licence within the first week. Lol. Carl
@@justthewayitis Well both the Multistrada and the BMW R1250R are not slow! I am in my twilight years now so my throttle hand is somewhat slower. The SDR as you know handles beautifully and can be ridden sedately which suits me fine. Have you tried the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. It has many favourable reviews?
Barrie
Hi Barrie, not tried that yet, but a good friend had the 2018 1290 superA-S which is just way to tall even for me. I perhaps should go back and try the new version. Thankyou. Carl
Good information
Hi Praveen, thank you I am glad you enjoyed the episode. Best wishes Carl
Thank you for your honest review. I have this bike. There are standard issue BMW cylinder protection bars, which I think is a must, even to protect against banging a 'pot' when manoeuvring. I once dropped my bike on my driveway, when my foot slipped on leaves. The bike rested on the bars (not the pot) and literally, not a scratch on the bike. Moreover, to my surprise, it was not too difficult to lift to vertical again, by myself to boot. An asset of a low centre of gravity. And yes it is a great bike to ride. I bought one with some inheritance money, and I test rode quite a few as well.
Good evening Malcolm, yes the R is a great bike and I really really enjoyed it. And it was great fun. I'm pleased to hear your enjoying your R and that the crash bars have saved you and the bike already. You might have already visited the channel (RickyTang) I mention Ricky in that episode, he's just put up his 10,000 mile review that might be interesting to you. If you visit him... say hello from Carl. Best wishes and enjoy your weekend.
@@justthewayitis Thank you for your kind response. I also have subscribed to Ricky Tang
He's a really straight forward and down to earth chap, and will answer any questions you have. 👍
Sport seat is really good on mine. Have recently added a Sargent 820 high to get me a little lower to the ground (5ft 7).
Hi D Gomes, I have heard good things about the Sargent seats, but I couldn't get one in time for my test. In glad you found a good solution for your bike. Best wishes Carl
You mentioned that you're thinking of changing your MS. Could you say a bit more about why or to what you're thinking of changing? I've been considering getting one. Thanks for the great content!
Hello Kleithap, the reason why I'm thinking of changing is, if I want to retain the value of the Multi I need to keep the Ducati service history going... and the next service will be the big one again in about 8k km time which is probably going to be this year. The big service I can easily do myself but if I want to keep the Ducati service history it will cost around 1000€ . So I'm looking at other bikes. Possibly a 2017 pikes peak or maybe another brand. I just don't know yet. I will share more in the next few episodes...smile. Carl
Looks like you need to check out the sports touring cousin the R 1250 RS!
Have a deposit on one now and super excited to get it next week!
Hello, yes it's on my list of bikes to try. I hope you enjoy your new RS when it arrives next week. Carl
A good friend of mine has traded in his S1000RR for a R1200RS and he loves it. We were out this weekend a 3 hour blast while I have the 2022 GS Rallye for review (which I will release this week) and we both had a great time. Your going to enjoy your new bike when it arrives. Carl
@@justthewayitis thanks for the insight there Carl! I ended up test riding the 1200RS as they didn’t have the 1250 in the showroom yet. Definitely a killer bike. I’ll let you know how mine turns out.
I have just subscribed to your channel. You have a reassuring, honest, style reminiscent of BBC1 in the 1970s….I hope you see this as a compliment! As a recent purchaser (Nov 2022) of the latest R1250RT, I’m interested in your thoughts on the other R1250 bikes. I opted for an RT over the GSA, due to commuting 320km, 3 days per week for a total of 960km per week. It was the weather protection (and the “newer” electronics) which swayed the decision. The GSA has fantastic suspension travel which is great for the poor state of UK roads (outside of London (where I commute to)). The RT has 120/136mm travel front/rear. The GSA has a whopping 210/220mm travel front/rear. Yet, over some pretty crappy roads in Northamptonshire, the RT rides really well, much better than my Merc’s electronic suspension, at least!
I didn’t look at the R, simply because of weather protection. I do like the look of the RnineTs but that’s if I ever move back to Central London and needed a city bike. The one thing you forgot to mention, which I found out on the return journey of my commute, is…..Dynamic mode! My God, what a difference in the engine characteristics and the sound (and suspension). I’ve been in Eco mode for the bulk of 3000km I’ve done so far, mainly due to economy and partly due to filthy road conditions, but one night when I was low on fuel and nearing home, I switched modes. My RT changed from being a cuddly teddy bear into a ferocious fire breathing animal with a tremendous roar! I can’t wait for the dry weather!
Hello Alberto and welcome to the channel, thank you for subscribing not that many do .. so I do appreciate it. Yes the RT is a beautiful bike I did have one on test but my footage and audio was poor so I decided not to put it up on CZcams perhaps I will borrow one again in spring as they are lovely comfortable long distance bikes. Glad to hear you are enjoying yours and you are happy. BBC.. that made me laugh so thankyou. Wishing you a Merry Christmas
Kindest regards Carl
@@justthewayitis HAPPY CHRISTMAS Carl, I will follow your channel with great interest….you already taught me something today!
Thank you 👍
Hi Carl, Good content video as usual. After watching this video I am going to order 820 mm seat height option for my 2016 model R1200R. I am 180 cm tall. Hoping it will suit me. I am based in UAE. Will let you know the feedback once I use it. Thanks for all informations you shared.
Hi Praveen, well that's a great location to ride an R1200R in the warm dry air, I hope you enjoy your new seat. Have a good weekend. Carl
Hi Carl. Thanks for helpful and thought provoking video. I have had lower back problems with cruisers and am interested what it is that you found uncomfortable with R1250R riding position and seats…? I tried R1250RT and found riding triangle great but didn’t like fairing restricting my knees nor the high price! How does R1250R riding position compare with R1250RT? Regards, Dan
Hi Dan, hello and welcome. I think it all comes down to body shape, size and weight. We are all so different. I'm 6ft 1.84M tall and 90kg, my problem was not upper body space or leg space.. but a very very uncomfortable seat. I need a concave seat base which allows room for the tail bone.
BMW are really very good at letting test bikes, so my suggestion would be to talk to your nearest dealer and explain your concerns and ask to test the 2 bikes back-to-back. I have tried the New RT... lovely bike, let me know what you think and which one you buy. Best wishes Carl
Hi Carl, lovely review. Subbed as i love your Multistrada series. The quality of coverage and comments is impeccable. I am in the market for a motorcycle purchase, and watching all the reviews, I am left with the questions, how different is owning R1250R vs S1000R. Putting a good windscreen and a handle bar riser in s1000r, idk could it be a decent city as well as short touring bike? Why would anybody purchase R1250R? given other options specific to usage …. Either GS or 1000R covering either end of the spectrum.
Hi SW... welcome and thank you, your going to need to make that choice....smile. so many options. Rikky Tang takes his R1250R to the track and has lots of fun on it. And he sold his 1000R to buy it....
If I could have made the R fit me... I would have it now. Honestly I would. The engine is the star in that bike. But...ultimately it didn't work out for me and now I'm rather happy with the GS. With a couple of changes it might be better too. More to follow in the series.
I wish you lots of fun making YOUR choice.
Carl
Their are so many good bikes to choose from...
One thing SW....TAKE both out for a test ride, talk to your locxal BMW dealer and ask to take both out on nthe same day. Most dealers will help with this. IF...IF they dont have a new bike to test ask to test a used bike. Carl
@@justthewayitis thank you for your reply, Carl. From what I learnt, the 1000R and the GS have good value retention compared to the R1250R, seemingly the R1250R is not very popular with buyers in Canada. I love the GS, but it looks outlandishly huge pottering around in the city, and the stock S1000R is a jack of all trades and excellent in none, though it still seems a more sane choice for a weekend rider like me. I don’t prefer the design language of KTMs.
I wish you can get your hands on the triumph tiger 1200 GT pro, for a review, it is a tall bike for sure but doesn’t look nearly as bulky like the GS for city usage.
I love the Multistrada V4S but the gas mileage is unconscionably poor for me, given the current times.
Some nice thoughts and observations from you, so... You have mentioned a couple of things that I have not talked openly about on the channel.... One of which is resale value, this was a part of my decision to go GS and not V4S... Only part... but an important part. The second part was my current multistrada does 54mpg... Just about every month, no matter how hard or gentle I ride it which is really quite impressive. The new V4S is terrible 36 to 42 from feedback from real owners I know here locally, plus it's heavier and has less low down punch than my 2013. (And yes I've been out on the V4 twice now.) Also, I can keep the GS for 2/3 years and it will lose less value than the V4 would. These are important factors.
The S1000RR I rode last month was simply great, but I can't comment on the 1000R because I have not riden it, but it does not have ShiftCam so its going to be possibly much much weaker in the midrange than the 1250R or GS.
So my thoughts... For what its worth are as follows. IF... you have access to open fast roads where you can easily build speed and open her up and use the rev range... Then maybe the 1000R might work for you.
The 1250R will catapult you out of every corner regardless of speed, and would be more usable and more fun If the roads are more restricted.
The GS will give you that, plus the comfort, plus the ability to tour, plus passenger capability.
Last thought.... Smile. Multistrada V2S..... This might work for you if your really looking for sporty ability, good running costs, and beautiful to look at and ride.
Try to find time to go and road test as many as you can... Dealers are really happy to let you try the bikes and you will enjoy it too. Let me know what you buy, best wishes Carl
@@justthewayitis thanks Carl. Much respect.
Good evening from Greece... while waiting my new R1250R being delivered I was wondering if my choice of the sport seat was good or not. With 187cm hight I think the standard seat might be a bit uncomfortable... I really would like your opinion
Hello, with 1,87 tall I think the height of the sports seat will be great for you, it will give your legs much more room and because you will sit higher up and lean forward a bit more, you have a more direct / sporty feel at the bars... for the beautiful roads you have in Greece. If your tall and thin... the seat might be perfect for you. When your bike arrives please comment here again with your thoughts so other riders of the R1250R can here your thoughts. Best wishes Carl
Really helpful insight - Thank you Carl! I've been looking at this bike for almost a year now and I'm almost about to pull the trigger. I'm coming from a Triumph Street Triple 675R and was aiming at the R1250R because I'm looking for a more versatile naked bike. I want something really comfortable with touring capability and the R1250R seems to tick all the boxes - Your feedback on the position on the bike is really interesting : What bother you exactly? Was it the weigh on your wrist? Your back position? The knees angles? Haw tall are you if I may ask?
I'm also wondering a lot about how efficient the wind protection can be with a proper touring screen - My last long trip on the highway almost got me deft and I really hope the R1250R with a proper touring screen for the long trip will be able to help!
Thanks again for your video, it was a really helpful & insightful review!
Hello Francis and welcome to the channel and thank you for your positive feedback. The R1250R is a beautifully built bike and it handles incredibly well for its weight, which seems to vanish once your on the move. The engine offers amazing performance and the torque is available everywhere in the rev range. Ultimately I just could not get comfortable on the seat and after 90 mins I was glad to get off. I'm 6ft tall 1.84m and 90kg. I did try several different seats (see video) perhaps with more time I might have found one that works for me... but I ran out of time with the bike.
The bmw short screen was good and I think with something like a wunderlich touring screen you would be able to tour in comfort. If you follow the channel you will see that in the end I moved to the GS because of the comfort levels for touring.... but... smile... the R is much better in the curves and bends and probably better in the city and as a commute bike.
Let me know which bike you go for and don't forget to also mention your weight and height as this will help other viewers with there choice.
Best wishes Carl
I nearly bought a street triple (return to biking). Bought this bike (like naked bikes), though gulped as it was a lot more expensive. Have to confess a superb bike to ride. The torgue at low revs is astounding, and it pulls you back in the seat. Handles superbly, relaxed ride, and I speak truly, 64 mpg (UK gallons). Cheap bike to run (1sr service £240), though expensive to buy.
Hi Malcolm sounds like your very happy with your r1250r, which model did you buy?
Best wishes Carl
@@justthewayitis Hi Carl, it is a TE (keyless ignition) plus other things I do not appreciate. The quick shifter is a bit clunky but smooth under acceleration, which is where I really do appreciate it. It is black, with red wheels and 21 reg. Bought it brand new from Reitten Motorad near Sudbury. I had engine protection bars fitted (BMW issue) which I feel is a must for a number of reasons.
Hi Malcolm, I think most 1250 motor owners agree about the quick shifter, I personally no longer use it one up... its useable 2 up, but the down shift and blipper is very good indeed. Going keyless takes a long time to get used too, I was originally not a fan, but now I do like like it. Glad to hear your having fun, it is a lovely bike. Best wishes and enjoy another sunny week. Carl
Hi Carl,
I think it was in this video that I saw this, but it might have been another one. Doesn't really matter.
You said that if you brake in a corner with your multistrada the bike "stands up and runs wide".
I have a '13 multi, and I trail brake into every corner. I have lost count of how many times I have had to brake hard in the middle of a fast sweeping corner.
The bike has never changed line on me, not even the tiniest bit - always brakes exactly on line, without me having to think about it.
I also have a 750 honda, which although not as stable as the ducati certainly doesn't have a problem braking in corners. I have used corner braking with a number of other bikes too.
If your multistrada is really doing this, there must be something terribly wrong. There is no way it should change line.
Hi Clive, thank you for sharing your thoughts and leaving a comment. I think we all experience "Brakes" in different ways. Like you.. I trail brake deep into corners and thought my multistrada was very good and stable. I can only share my recent experience with the 2022 GS which over the first three weeks impressed me with regards to the difference between normal ABS and ABS pro... which is very noticeable. I previously never thought my multistrada was missing anything in the brakes department...But now I know things have moved on and improved. Best wishes Carl
a good assessment of the bike but I am still confused why you could not get comfortable - you didn't say your height for starters? I have the Sport version or HP (at its introduction it was always called the sport in the UK but came with the HP decals) and find the bike very comfy and i have come from an RT! I have never heard of anyone having issues with the lean angle or scraping the cylinder heads and rather than describing that as 'sporty' I would suggest thats at the racing/track end of things - but its a road bike?!! Anyway, enjoyed the review.
Hi David, thank you for the compliment, and yes I forgot to add my sizes (6ft / 1.83M tall 14 stone / 90 kg) I did give all these at the start of the Multistrada series but my mistake for not adding them for BMW viewers. It was the pegs that for me touch down to easily (not cylinder heads) and this is more to do with our roads here in Germany... no hedges.. so you can see much much further ahead when you reach your favourite curves/bends, and as a result corner speed is that little bit faster than I ever dared do back at home in the UK. I'm not the only one to mention this... other viewers on my channel have commented on it too. If your interested in a video about this let me know and I will post a link... it's in German but the guy actually measures the gap between the pegs touching down and how close the cylinders get to the road. The R1250R is brilliant and if I could have got comfortable their would be one in my garage... smile. I wanted to order and try the Sargent seat from the UK but I couldn't get one in time for the test... as I only had 4 weeks. This Thursday I will upload the start of a new series about the R1250GS which I've been lucky to get for a couple of months. Best wishes and thank you for leaving a comment. Carl
@@justthewayitis I think I meant it is a great minority who will have this issue most riders never will.
I'm a sporty rider and I have no problem with ground clearance! I've done 50° and the foot pegs did not scratch.
Hello and welcome. I had three different bikes on test, the first two did not scratch but third did. I think a lot depends on: the tyres fitted and pressure: rider weight: road surface: and finally the suspension settings. I found that if I set the rear preload to "high" the third bike also did not scratch. There are also several other CZcams reviewers that experienced the same issue I had, best wishes Carl
@@justthewayitis good evening sir. My issue I’m having this bike is the ground clearance..could you please show me which CZcamsrs have an issue??
Hello, I do not understand your
Question?
@@justthewayitis I am just worrying if in trackdays the engine will touch the ground..because this is very dangerous..
@@lazaroskechagias1780 this is not a bike for trackdays! get the s1000r for that
Hi. Were the Wunderlich seats noticeably more comfortable than the standard 82 cm seat? I'm thinking of buying the Wunderlich passenger seat to prevent my girlfriend from sliding forward, but I might also buy the rider seat if it's more comfortable.
Hi, sadly I didn't find either of the two seats I tried comfortable (Standard and High ) but I struggle to find seats that work me. They might work great for you. They definitely stopped the sliding forward though and the build quality is excellent. Wunderlich have a 60 day "try and test" policy at least here in Germany so perhaps check that first. Not sure of your location. UK ?. If they do I would order and test them as returns are free. They look great on the bike too. Carl
@@justthewayitis Thank you for your feedback, I'm in the Netherlands. I think I'll first try the Triboseat cover to prevent the sliding forward, it's cheap. I'll eventually invest in the Wunderlich seats for more comfort later, but I don't have any comfort problems with the stock rider seat so far. I haven't ridden the bike for more than 2.5 hours yet though.
If you can make 2.5 hours that's brilliant you should be fine 👍
I'd simply go for a Guzzi V100, much cheaper but fenomenal they say
Hi CGC, I would like to test and review the V100, looks like a beautiful bike.
@@justthewayitis I'll give it try aswell
👍
I currently have the 840mm seat and it's horrible for me(186cm) - pushing me on the tank just when I release the throttle, not to mention when I'm breaking.
Is the 820mm seat any better?
I went to the dealer and sat on one and it felt better right from the start, but didn't do any riding....so don't know is that just wishfull thinking :)
Hello Tom and welcome to the channel, the R1250R is a lovely bike, and if I could have found a seat that worked for me... I would have one right now... a brilliant bike.
Yes the 840 was the least comfortable seat, and like you say its horrible.
The 820 is much better and a completely different shape and stops the movement forward when you release the throttle. I hope you find a seat that works for you, and please let me know which seat you finally end up with.
Many thanks Carl
Ok, so it wasn't my imagination, the 820mm seat feels different from the start.
I'm gonna buy it and try it out. Hopefully it will work, if not I will have to change the bike. Otherwise, the bike is great
Thnx
I am brand new to your channel having got a suggestion for other video(s) titled Dynamic ESA explained etc.
I currently ride a (very analogue) Honda Hornet 600.
I have been considering a used R1200RS Sport SE
I am aware the R1250 engines have superior shiftcam tech.
I would quite like "Cornering ABS" on my next bike.
I have read some conflicting comments re whether the R1200RS had "Cornering ABS".
Some state that all R1200RS sport spec (& above) models come with "Cornering ABS" ...others have suggested this feature was only available after 2017 MY.
My research suggests that the only definitive way to know if prssent(when not with the bike) is to use VIN checker to look for "Rider Mode Pro " on spec sheet(s).
Do you have any knowledge of year changes re this.
I have spent hours trawling forums, reviews & watching vids for info.
.......It amazes me so many reviewers (including pro journalists) seem to show little understanding of the complexities of rider aids. Some don't even mention the prescemce of 5 or 6 lebel IMU 's present on certain bikes.
I am aware I can try to ask BMW albeit I suspect I may struggle for a proper answer on anything other than an enquiry on a specific used bike.
An answer or simlple point in right direction would be great. RIcky Tamg maybe ???
Sorry for the essay....just keen to be clear.
Your videos are absolutely spot on ...I have read books on sag set up but your explanation very clear yet informative.
Your general comments re seat heights and riders fitting bikes are again spot on. (No point buying fancy shoes if our feet don't fit them 😉)
Thanks & Ride Safe 🏍👍
Hi AW8, welcome to the channel. ABS PRO is what you are looking for. Cornering ABS came in on different models in different years in different markets in different specification bike. So the first thing to look for is a mention of ABS PRO , then you need to give the chassis number to a BMW to confirm. There are several chassis number checking apps available and you will find these through your local R1200RS forum which I would highly recommend you join.
Best wishes Carl
@@justthewayitis Thanks for reply. Model specific forums & decoders the likely way to seek clarity on this. All the best 👍
The R1250RS is a lovely bike, and later in my series I will have a full review of a used one to compare it to the the latest version. Carl
@@justthewayitis Thanks albeit it is the R1200RS I am considering. I may need to sort covered storage out here before I swap bikes. As much as I like the look of a new bike I am not comfortable keeping a new bike outdoors under a cover all year around in UK.
Sorry i put the wrong model down, i will be testing the 1200RS, a used one form 2017/8 and comparing it to a brand new one.
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Thank you 🙏
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Hello and welcome
@@justthewayitis hello. thank you for your reply. This post was very helpful.
I am pleased you enjoyed it. Best wishes Carl
Can you tell me the width of the engine cylinder head to cylinder head in cm please. I am trying to find out if it pass through my gate and I can't find it anywhere on the net.
BMW say 895mm but I'm not sure if that is maximum engine width or at the bars. Carl
That's for a GS, GSA is a couple of inches wider...953mm.
You could also just call your local bmw dealer and ask, I'm sure they will have the exact measurements. Carl
@@justthewayitis I had seen 882mm but that's the width of the steering, I will have to go to a dealeership and measure it myself to make sure and probably try one whilst I am there. Sheers
Unless I missed you mentioning your height, how tall are you?
Hi Sean, I'm 1.83 m
@@justthewayitis 👍🏻 Thanks. So you’re a hair over 6’ tall. I’m 5’ 9” (1.7526 m). My ol’ 2005 R1200ST fits me fine - but I did get a Russell seat for a cross-USA trip. It’s not pretty - looks like a quilted toilet 🚽 seat - but I had no issues on long days.
Good to hear, I've heard good things about the Russle seat but couldn't find anything else to try here in Germany before my time was up. But it is a lovely bike 👍 welcome to the channel.
I am 6,4 (196cm tall) would it fit me ?
Hi HH, I am 6ft 184cm tall, and it was just about ok for me. If you have long legs you might find it a little cramped. You can fit taller seats which give your legs more room. Upper body or cockpit space if quite roomy so your upper body would probably be ok. Best wishes Carl
You should try a GS 1250 problem solved
Hi Paul, smile... The R1250GS series starts tomorrow evening, so far its been excellant and a big surprise, lots to share over the next comming few weeks. So Paul... which version / model do you have ? and which bike did you move from...
Carl
Hi Carl,
I have a bmw 1250 GS rally 2020
It’s fast, handles better than any bike that size has any right to and is super comfortable
I had an Africa twin before, as I’ve always liked Hondas. I just couldn’t get on with the handling from the 21 inch front wheel.
Hi Paul
LOL.... then your going to enjoy tomorrow eveing.... honestly you will
Cant say more...lets speak after tomorrow
Carl
@Just The Way It Is . Hi carl, i recently ordered a 2023 r1250r with all the bells and whistles. I havent received it yet but i was wondering if you knew if there is a reason that some of the 2023 models have the gold forks and some have the stainless forks. Any idea?
Hi Colin, welcome to the channel, yes I do… gold forks are the bikes fitted with Dynamic ESA, silver forks are none ESA bikes.
The R1250R is an amazing bike and I really enjoyed it. Your going to have a lot of fun.
Don’t forget to check out my Friend Ricky Tang on CZcams he has one has has lots of useful videos. Say hello from me✌️
Best wishes Carl
@@justthewayitis Thanks for your reply. Much appreciated. I have been subscribed to Ricky Tangs channel for a while now. Not alot of people have the r1250r but I'm certainly looking forward to mine.
They are lovely bikes 👍
And can hussle along at a fair old pace 🙋🏻♂️