My name's John and I'm new posting to this forum, having just picked up this red and white beauty. I live in Sacramento, CA and my last bike was an '04 Ferro Blue R1150R.
I apologize for cell phone picture quality. Better pics to follow.
The custom paint job was added to the list of options at the dealership (A & S BMW.) This bike came originally as White Aluminum. The dealership owner takes a stock bike off the floor every year and has a red and white paint scheme applied by a local shop. Last year he customized a Rockster, making it look like an art-deco museum piece. I don't know if this bike's paintwork makes it somewhat of a collector's item, but I don't intend on keeping this lady in a museum. She's going on display outside in a blur!
The K1200R sidescoop decals are on order, but I haven't decided if this bike looks better debadged. Also, I want to install a belly pan and apply a color scheme that enhances the bike's muscular lines. Any suggestions?
I really wanted the swirl-type sport wheels with the 190-section rear tire, though I know a 180's fine for every day riding. Would I really notice a difference if I'm not an agressive canyon carver? I just want to have fun on the street and freeway, and the star-type wheel design's growing on me. Most of the K1200R pics I see have the sport wheels.
Just Bought a New K1200R!
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Just Bought a New K1200R!
John Carabillo
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Runnin' Real Rough!
Just breaking her in with 200 miles on the clock. Bike shudders through low speed maneuvers and throttle settings, and at 6000 rpm runs real rough. I don't think the 7.0 update's been done yet, which I was planning on having done at 600 mile service. Anyone else with similar experiences?
John Carabillo
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Great bike!
I got to tell you guys. I took a demo ride on the K1200R just today at BMW SF. Good grief, what a bike, loads of power, super-fast. Zow! Wow! Love the ESA tech on it, Suh-weet!
Nutty rider!
I traded my Rockster for my K1200R a month ago, I couldn't be happier. I don't feel the need to raise the bars or lower the foot pegs like on the Rockster. I seem to fit perfect. Anyone that says this much power isn't necessary, is full of poo... I will never look to pass someone and think "am I gonna make it?"
Bill
'07 R1200RT
'07 R1200RT