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- Tue Oct 03, 2006 2:01 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Seeking recommendation: Best cover for R1150R
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2500
If money's no option..here's the best idea IMO...there are a few different types out there now... http://www.autotoystore.com/carcapsule.html ..I think Ducati sell one. DJ http://www.autotoystore.com/cycle_cap.jpg Looks pretty cool--i saw something similar on ebay called bikevault o some such thing...
- Tue Oct 03, 2006 1:59 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Seeking recommendation: Best cover for R1150R
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2500
There is a BMW cover for the R1150R. It is very nice. Flannel lined where it would touch a shield. ... A clear window in the rear to show license plate. Apparently that is required by law in some areas. ... DSKYZD I'm certain it's a nice cover--BMW accesories (and clothing) are generally very high ...
- Tue Oct 03, 2006 9:12 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Expected Gas Mileage for 2005 R1150R
- Replies: 26
- Views: 9789
Thanks both for the super quick reply. The bike has just over 3000 miles on it and frankly Ive never liked the way its run. Its noisier and rougher than I expected especially in hot weather. Most of my driving is around NYC so lots of start and stop and light on 6th gear cruising (except the FDR dri...
- Tue Oct 03, 2006 9:00 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Seeking recommendation: Best cover for R1150R
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2500
Seeking recommendation: Best cover for R1150R
My 2005 R1150R with BMW Touring windshield is in need of a cover for winter protection. The current Dowco has several holes in it where the hot exhaust had its way. Should I simply replace with another Dowco or is there a better cover. PS. right now the bike doesnt have cases or case mounts but I su...
- Tue Oct 03, 2006 8:36 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Expected Gas Mileage for 2005 R1150R
- Replies: 26
- Views: 9789
Expected Gas Mileage for 2005 R1150R
I seem to get around 125 miles prior to the low fuel warning light comming on. When I fill the tank it takes about 4 gallons making the fuel economy around 25-30 miles/gallon. In my older bike, an r850r, i regularly got 50+ mpg. Is 25-30mpg for the new bike reasonable ordoes it hint at something wro...