Nothing to complain about!

Ray R · Post by **Ray R** » Sun Jul 15, 2007 10:34 pm

I finally got an opportunity to take my new crystal grey R1200R out for a hundred mile ride today. And all I can say is I'm happy as can be. Usually, I'll find something to pick at. But I've got zilch, zero, nada. Now I may need to preface these glowing comments with an acknowledgement that I made a few upgrades before I ever put a mile on the bike. Yes, it has the tall seat with the extra padding, so my bum didn't get sore. Yes, I added the Suburban Machinery peg lowering kit. I'm 6'4" for pete's sake. I knew I needed all the help I could get. And finally, I added the Remus Powercone full exhaust system, so the bike is even lighter and has a good tone to it.

Another thing I noticed is that this bike seems to harken to the latter days of BMW when you could actually work on your own bike. The battery is under the seat as it should be. The shocks look accessible should I decide to change them. Wheels are easily removed. Maintenance items easily accessible, etc, etc. Well done, BMW!

I've had plenty of BMW bikes in my days. From a '78 R100S to other S's to GS's to RT's. It's still too early to tell for sure, but my early impression is that this could be the best yet. My hope is "Chrystal" will be rock solid reliable and one bike I can keep for the long haul. She really feels right!

Post by **celticus** » Mon Jul 16, 2007 4:20 am

I am still looking for a name for mine.
Mark

Post by **mogu83** » Mon Jul 16, 2007 8:11 am

I have rarely, in fact never, attached a name to any of my bikes. I usually save that for my kids and my dogs. It seemed this bike just begged for a name,
but I didn't know what would fit. Seeing as I (IMHO) don't consider it a work of art that is pleasing to the eye, names like 'Black Beauty' didn't seem to work.
It is however an exquisite piece of machinery designed for a specific function which it performs quite well.

Therefore the name "Mr. Machine" Remember him?

The decal shows up a little dark in the flash but in the daylight you have to look hard to see it.

NeilS · Post by **NeilS** » Mon Jul 16, 2007 10:20 am

Re naming: I think all good bikes (and cars, for that matter) should have names, but I agree that it's not easy for the R12R. Hence, after some searching, Zelda: loosely translated from the German as "gray battle maid."

BTW, I think the A-arm is a great place for your decal. How did you make the sticker?

Post by **mogu83** » Mon Jul 16, 2007 10:30 am

NeilS wrote:Re naming: I think all good bikes (and cars, for that matter) should have names, but I agree that it's not easy for the R12R. Hence, after some searching, Zelda: loosely translated from the German as "gray battle maid."

BTW, I think the A-arm is a great place for your decal. How did you make the sticker?

Ordered from these people: http://www.quickstickers.com/

Cost a little over $10 for two decals and they threw a third in for free (which I managed to destroy).
I like Zelda -- good pick.

Post by **vielzebub** » Mon Jul 16, 2007 8:09 pm

Black Betty.

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As far as complaints go I'm disappointed that the aftermarket is still gearing up for our bikes. There are a number of things I'm waiting for....

...other than that, no issues so far.
Hope the photo shows.

Post by **celticus** » Tue Jul 17, 2007 4:36 am

Well, maybe you should try again. There are some details I didn't catch.
Mark