What I have learned since owning the R1150R

mzzogrno · Post by **mzzogrno** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 9:04 am

Here is what I have learned since owning this bike .... feel free to add ...

1. Like a great-looking woman I can't walk by it without checking it out each and every time with a strong desire to ride her.

2. Side-cases are nearly impossible to buy used or aftermarket.

3. At certain speeds in some gears it sounds like a sewing machine (high powered sewing machine).

4. Accessories seem to be hard to find relative to other bikes.

5. R1150R owners tend to be a dedicated-to-the-brand bunch.

6. Black is the best looking fastest color. Only black 1150r truly attracts women.

7. I never got used to the 2 engine sticking out of the side of the bike. I have grown to like this not so sleek look.

8. Custom seat is a requirement.

9. The bike looks best naked.

10. I highly doubt I would ever sell mine.

tor1150r · Post by **tor1150r** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 9:13 am

I agree, except for points 8 and 10.

My wife and I are real lightweights - so the seat has not been a major issue.

And...other than my son, wife, and my c.1974 Fender P-Bass.....EVERYTHING is for sale, for the right price!!

mzzogrno · Post by **mzzogrno** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 9:16 am

Highly doubt = Right price

BigJugs · Post by **BigJugs** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 10:55 am

I don't know how many times I told you guys, chicks dig the red one!

Other things I've learned about my R1150R:

Used system cases are only available for $400+, regardless of condition.

Fill the oil, check the gas before every ride.

Harley riders refuse to admit they like the bike regardless of how long their stares linger.

I can't hear my bike when following said Harley rider.

Squids on turbocharged Gixxers think its an "awesome ride dude"!

Oh yeah, most people don't know that BMW builds motorcycles!

Cheers,

Hiker · Post by **Hiker** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 11:08 am

I wouldn't give up the search for used cases. They are frequently available (either nothing or a whole bunch comes up) on the ADVrider site.

Got mine for $340 shipped, locks rekeyed too.
Not perfect but some time spent with steel wool and some polishing stuff cleaned them up.

Hiker

Post by **beekstersocal** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 11:45 am

most importantly the bike looks like it cost 30.000

and yes black is the best

Post by **wncbmw** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 1:32 pm

Good points and I agree with many of them. At this stage, I would not replace my Roadster with anything BMW, or anyone else for that matter, offers. I might add a few if I had the money, but I love this bike. It does all I need it to do, does it well and looks good doing it.

As for color choice, check out the sig line!

Post by **Brooksie** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 2:38 pm

All good answers- EXCEPT for #6
Atlanta Blue is the fastest!!!

peterbulgar · Post by **peterbulgar** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 3:35 pm

My only question is about #4 - what accessories haven't you been able to find?
Peter '73 R75/5, '04 R1150RA (black, panniers, rack, screen, backrest, Sargent passenger seat, tank bag - what else is there?)

Post by **beekstersocal** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 6:06 pm

remus,,,, k&n ,,,,,chip...... throttlemeiser,,,,,,,powdercoated custom rims,,,,,,,,Z6's,,,,,,,signal minder'''''''' oh ya custom xm sattelite install what else does a guy need

ranmar850 · Post by **ranmar850** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 8:46 pm

No, no, no...you've all got it wrong.

You take the good basis of the 1150 r, get rid of the "gentlemans carriage" range of colors and the beak, add a 180 rear tire, different tacho, Cf front guard, lower bars and black-out everything, and THEN you have a truly eye-catching BMW with unique attitude.

Yes, it's a Rockster!

Scurrying back to the rockster section....

'05 citrus black
laser can and y-piece
Wunderlich sport screen

domekrome · Post by **domekrome** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 9:06 pm

ranmar850 wrote:No, no, no...you've all got it wrong. You take the good basis of the 1150 r, get rid of the "gentlemans carriage" range of colors and the beak, add a 180 rear tire, different tacho, Cf front guard, lower bars and black-out everything, and THEN you have a truly eye-catching BMW with unique attitude. Yes, it's a Rockster!

Scurrying back to the rockster section....

AMEN!!! Except the white Rockster is the fastest!

1150929 · Post by **1150929** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 9:43 pm

I agree with all expect 8 (still on stock seat) and 6...they make movies with hot babes on SILVER bikes, not black, red, blue, yello, pink...

Post by **yjleesvrr** » Sat Mar 11, 2006 10:27 pm

I've ridden a fair amount of modern bikes in the past few years and even own a couple others besides my Roadster. But the world never feels quite so right as it does when I'm riding my R. It's like hanging out with an old friend.

turnercj · Post by **turnercj** » Sun Mar 12, 2006 6:54 am

Things I've learnt whilst owning an 'R'? The brake servo motor is louder than the engine and Atlanta Blue looks fast even when it's standing still

Just-Beeming · Post by **Just-Beeming** » Wed Mar 15, 2006 11:03 am

Interesting thread....

one thing I have learned is that my Harley owner friends are VERY sensitive . They get P.O.'ed when I tell them how my bike performs....even though THEY ASK....

This 'chick' prefers black...although red is a close 2nd.

yjleesvrr...I agree, I have owned several other bikes in my life as well and the RR just feels like a good friend...

I will elevate her to best friend staus next week when I upgrade her seat.

'Ahhhh there you go...atta a girl.'

Carol

Post by **sjbmw** » Wed Mar 15, 2006 11:16 am

LOL!

When I go to cruiserfest my R is the one the HD guys stop to look at.

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