BMW R1200R R1150R/T F800 K1200R R1100R/T R1250R RnineT Message Board

Hi, I am the one sweatmark is talking about. I'd say forget about converting a RL to a S Model. The S has a totally different frame, front fork (and bridges), bodywork, wheels, engine, final drive and so on. It would cost you a fortune. Even modifying the RL in terms of power, ergonomics, etc you m...

You're crazy. Actually, the cleanest, most impressive R1100R projects I've seen is Oliver's Roadster documented somewhere here. He not only grafted key R1150R parts onto the bike and changed ergos with handlebar modification, but went the full distance with engine tuning. I've ridden R1100S and bot...

I am looking for an R1100S but have yet been able to find one locally that is the right price/configuration. I do however, have access to a really low (4500 miles) mileage R1100RL that is at the right price. My question is, would it make sense to try and convert this to an S configuration? What woul...

Thank you. This particular one does not have ABS, which might be show stopper for me. I loved the ABS on my K bike!

This week I tried out a R1100RL. It was a very low mileage 2001 in pristine condition. Here was my impression after a short 30 minute ride on the back roads in New England. Feels heavier than I expected (coming of a K1200RS I was surprised) but was very balanced. The upright position took a little g...

Thanks, am going to look at one this afternoon.

Does anyone know if the above model comes with ABS as standard or was it an option?

Firstly I apologize if I have upset anyone with even the comparison in the same heading of this post. I have been a BMW fan for a long time, rides being 1985 K100RT and 2002 K1200RS. I am looking for a new bike that will be fun to ride, simple or low cost maintenance and will do the daily duty as we...