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2020 BMW R 1250 RS Review
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 10. 09. 2019
- Another 2020 BMW! Fresh out of the oven, the 2020 BMW R 1250 RS review. Tune in!
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Just bought that bike tuesday with all the goods, I pick it up this weekend, this is one of the reviews I watched before purchasing, I'm sure I'll have as much excitement about it as you have!
how do you like it now?
Canât wait to ride one.That will be the determining factor between this and the RT.Great review, thank you!
Wow. Never thought I'd like a BMW bike, but that thing is sweeet!
I just got mine, 2020 slightly used. I had a used R1200RS but this is a big step up in terms of power and tech. I love the display and the engine has almost as much get up and go as my 2009 K1300GT inline four. Plenty fast enough for me and has a great ride.
Recently taken the 2019 1250RS for a short test ride and really enjoyed it but I need more time on the bike so have another test ride planned. I'll vlog that ride as well. Good times indeed!! I can seriously see one in my garage replacing my R1200GS for sure
Been to your dealer when Helge was there, the biggest motorcycle dealer in California, great selection of bikes, I had my friend have your last Ducati Multistrada shipped to him.
Sitting on this bike in the showroom, I immediately felt the weight on my wrists.The slightly canted forward sitting position lends itself to this, however,some bar risers should mitigate this problem.Great review, thank you.đđđđ
Man i'm so in love to this bike. Dream bike
Dude, great review, very precise, great audio, we hear you loud and clear which is not alwas the case on those youtube reviews. I love your energy but way too many ads for a 14 minutes video.
Great Review & Good Verbal Comparisions !! Thanks :)
Appreciate the attention to the transmission......most miss this
Hellow from the UK. I used to own the 1200RS until it got stolen a few years ago. I loved it to bits, but there were a few things I would still have to change on the 1250. On my test ride of the 1250RS I found I was getting shoulder ache from the slight lean forward position, so bar risers for me would be a must. Plus I'd change the position of the satnav. I do a lot of tours so if I put a tank bag on this it would block the view of the satnav. Good things I found were the engine is superb, the seat is still very comfortable and the screen gives smooth air over my helmet (but then I'm only 5.6"), plus the mirrors give a good view of the rear. But I think I'll stick to my GS1250.
Watching this because I just saw one in this exact colour on the road yesterday. I would normally go for the naked version of any bike, but those genuinely look great in the flesh.
Definitely a good lookin bike!
i have a 2010 rt and a 2019 GS, never really considered the RS, long distance rider here.
but as far as i'm concerned and bmw is awesome
Am waiting on delivery of my 2023 model after selling my 1200 RS. Canât wait so devouring every video on CZcams lol
Iâm going to buy this one looks very technical
Great ride/review! Sub +
How are the ergonomics for taller riders particularly the knee bend. Could you as a bigger rider ride this bike for a couple of hours
What is the riders geometry on the RS versus the R? Leaning towards the R as I like the naked sport bike look. But probably get better wind protection on the RS. I just do not want to be leaning too far forward on the RS.
This will be my next bike
im on the verge on getting a 21 model myself! been a while since i have been home to cali, family is in citrus heights! If you ever go up to the el dorado hills shell gas station right off the freeway, go say hi to my sister Veronika Van Zandt and let her know that her brother watches the channel!
Brilliant thanks
One of the best reviews of the RS, thanks. Current Honda owner, my head is starting to turn. :-0
Came in Futa pass to have fun with this....
I bought one of these a month ago and I'm loving it.
Iâll get mine in November. Cheers from Germany đ©đȘ
Got one too. Love it also
Is it a good touring bike?
Price with fixins is $21k, so a bit more than the RS. Iâm gonna guess and say Iâm more suited with RS. Type of riding I do, etc. frankly, I wish Iâd never sold my K13GT. I loved that bike. A real beast. Iâd be curious to test ride XR vs a few others tho. Glad that M chain is on S bikes now. I wonder if it will work the way bmw says. My problem is once i fixate Iâm in trouble. Iâll want to get one! I told my mechanic the RS was the last bike Iâll buy and laughed at me.. the RS is my third bike this year....
I was fortunate to purchase a brown option 719 1250rs this winter. All is can say is WOW.... It has power everywhere but is super smooth and refined. It's my opinion there is no finer sport touring motorcycle available anywhere! Way to go BMW!
Iâve seen some reviews where it was not as well liked (see âNothing to Proveâ channel). Comments about brake fade?? I cannot imagine a BMW with crappy brakes. My 1250RS has the best rear brake of any bike Iâve ever ridden! But, Iâm totally there with ya. My Imperial Blue is a hoot. Love it. (Wish it were 40-50lbs lighter but thatâs about it)
I don't think the stock can looks bad. I believe the chrome can is an option. Nice bike and good review.
Thanks for watching
Very nice review, thank you. And I like your enthousiasm :-) How is it compare to the ktm duke gt (another sport tourer). Greetings from Europe!
The super Duke will smoke it. Assuming the KTM is running and KTM North America will honor your warrantyâs. What they wonât? Just get the BMW
@@drewyager4020 Warranty story is a Wives tale. KTM covers it all. But to your reliability point--I had to replace a broken wire in the whole wiring loom--and they covered it. Gave me a Alpinestars $850 adventure jacket for the wait) I bitched) to boot.
Seems that BMW dialed in the '20 R1200RS. Great review
Not sure how I missed this great review? If you monitor comments on older videos I'd be really interested in your opinion of the pure riding experience of the R1250RS compared to your RNineT racer? Obviously the RS must be a more practical bike but do you feel the extra 26hp ? Also, the exhaust sound to me is an important part of riding and I don't think that the water cooled engine sounds anything like as good as the oil-head.
I really appreciate that you took the time to reply. If I can I'll try to arrange a test ride on the RS but I can't see me changing my Racer.
I own a 99 RS and looking to upgrade. Is the windshield only 2 position or does it stop throughout the range of movement? I was thinking about the r nine t as I'm getting older an need a more manageable bike, but this looks like it may work too. Ty
I suggest getting an aftermarket screen. The two height adjustments can be more moot by doing so (although it should have electronic adjust). AeroFlow makes the best for these bikes in my view and Iâve had one on a 1300GT, 1600Gt and RS. Variety of heights available and you can also add side deflectors. Sport and Touring, each has 3-4 sizes. Pricey but well worth it
What's the lowest seat height?
Seems maybe the Shift Assist Pro is programmed differently on the R and RS. But I am surprised that itâs closer to the S1000 than the GS and RT. Iâm a bit torn between the GS and RS.
I agree the RS for road...no question
Great video! Are you still checking this site? I see that this video was done sometime ago. But, I am looking at this bike now. How does the 2020 compare to the 2023? What do you think about the 2023 model RS? I would like to drop in and check it out.
2020 through 2024 are exactly the same RS. Great bike!!
MY 1250HP GS shifts with no issue.
I am 5.7 but I really into this bike...whatâs your suggestion
Cali Moto TV thanks đ
How would this compare power wise to a Yamaha MT-10?
The MT 10 is more comparable to the s1000r from Iâve read and watched. To call the 1250RS a âsport bikeâ is a bit of a stretch. I had a S1kR and much prefer the ride of the 1250RS
Great high energy talking about a bike Iâm interested in.
Ad : this F11 is no joke...
Lol anyways, this or KTM SD GT?
Cali Moto TV
Haha maybe Iâll get a bottle for my speed triple. Unfortunately KTM in my state doesnât have a GT, ever.
Has anyone rode two up on this bike? I`ve been looking at this bike but curious if it would be comfortable for a passenger
@@CaliMotoTV Thank you my friend! You've talked me into going to look at one lol Stay safe!
@@CaliMotoTV Thanks Bill. You think you will do a test ride of the 2020 Ducati Diavel 1260? I`d be curious as to what your thoughts are on that bike vs. the R 1250 RS. The full fairing on the BMW is appealing I must say!
It needs the pro modes
It looks like a big improvement, but I'm trying to figure out its sport-touring place next to the wholly-new 2020 S1000XR. The XR provides (much) more power and nimbler, lighter weight along with a more upright position for longer-day comfort. I get that some traditionalists like the RS boxer with its shaft, and maybe prefer the sportier position (especially for shorter riders), but I greatly prefer the XR over the RS when I rent in Europe. The S1000 engine excites me in ways a boxer can't.
@@CaliMotoTV But the same guys have a fetish for fat women.
Iâm know the suspension is very different between XR and R, as I had the latter and it rode like a brick. The RS with the right screen setup (I mentioned AeroFlow elsewhere) and the fairing does a much better job of wind protection than the XR. Better overall road manners, too in my opinion- but to each their own. Thatâs why thereâs so many choices! For me, Iâd take a Multistrada over the XR probably. XR just never fit me.
@@your_royal_highness Are you talking about the new S1000XR or the previous one? The new one has a larger and improved windscreen and airflow. I just don't consider the RS' boxer to be a sporty contender for the XR's supersport-derived 4.
I've been on the Multi 1260 S and the new XR, but my experience with the Multi is old. Lookup Schaaf on CZcams, who's reviewed both recently.
Nope I havenât been on the new XR. Iâm also happier with shaft drive and lower seating position of the RS. Havenât ridden an XR in quite awhile. I donât doubt what youâre saying and yes the XR has tremendous get up and go. I thought the 1260S was a screamer. i think the RS is in its own category. I did think about the F900XR but it seemed cramped and is probably underpowered. The ilium works bar riders are great. Very comfortable riding position. Next time I get the urge Iâll go sit on the S1kXR
@@your_royal_highness The new XR is significantly improved.
There are advantages to the shaft - I recently owned the excellent K1300S - but they are disappearing.
BMW just announced the M Endurance chain, which uses a revolutionary internal lubricant that eliminates chain maintenance - no lube nor adjustment necessary. Shaft weigh a bunch more and rob power. The new XR has the M Endurance Chain as an option. I think it costs $400 to buy.
Track it? Did I hear that correctly?
Cali Moto TV seems a little heavy. Then again Iâve never ridden it.
Ease up on the add placement.
Expat In UK Biker I hope youâre being sarcastic.
That GPS mount is an aesthetic cluster. Maybe in 2022 they will get rid of that ugly thing and integrate the nav into the primary display.
Is this a 1200 or a 1250?
read the title
All I seee locally is 22K $$ for this OUCH
Might trade in my Harley fatbob 114 for one of these
Cali Moto TV ya itâs either gonna be this or the GS1250 both are badass bikes!
Cali Moto TV well my thing is the wife likes to ride two up so the GS looks better for that, and I will still have the CBR929 for pavement!
The dealer where I got my 1250RS is also a Harley dealer and the sales guy said the only Harley heâd be ok owning is the Fat Bob 114. Iâm not a Harley guy but I was reminded of that comment. You will luv the 1250!
As good as the bike looks, I still think that since BMW has a few bike that are Boxer motors, I'd like to see a in-line version of r1250rs.
Automatic???
it is very hard to drive this engine unless you are investing in handlebars raises. fatigue and pain in the arms and joints are felt after an hour's drive and this becomes unbearable. it gets so intense that you just have to stop driving because you stop feeling the steering wheel and your hands become wooden and stiff. it's an incredible ergonomic flaw in the design and construction of this engine.
Ive been riding all kinds of motorcycles long and hard for fifty years and, except for one feature, this is the bike I want to complete my riding experiences. And, that feature? Money. Hey . . . Iâm not broke, not even close. But the price approaches obscene. Oh, the basic offering is decent, but once I added the âpackagesâ pretty much anyone would want (and actually makes the bike special) - holy crap! Add to that taxes, dealer fees and Iâm left to ask: Who can actually afford the bike and ride it as it was meant to be ridden? Sigh . . . not me.
Cali Moto TV: After options, fees and taxes, the RS 719 I priced out pushed $40 000cdn. Toss in insurance, maintenance and the cost of ownership sours. I could easy sell my other three bikes and get one RS . . . but, only a fool would do that; good for the wealthy, a tad sad for the rest of us.
Cali Moto TV high price = high profit đ
This is why you should never buy a bike brand new. Let that price sink.
If you wait 2-3 years, a low miles 1250RS loaded will run about $11k, probably no hard bags at that price. Under 15k, maybe under 10k miles in vgc. Buy a 2019 in 2022. You can get a loaded 2016 1200RS now with hard bags for $11k and very few miles. Check out Cycletrader. Where I live thereâs no sales tax on a private sale so thatâs a bonus to potentially consider.
Canât wait to ride one.That will be the determining factor between this and the RT.Great review, thank you!