hopz Posted June 1, 2007 Share Posted June 1, 2007 Since we have drifted into This vs That... I have one that has been on my mind. Lets look at RT's vs RS's... that would be older model R1150RT vs K1200RS... lets say early 2001, 02/03/04's vintages. Comparo points on Touring Comfort and Fun on the long runs, Ease of Ownership, Low speed and High speed behavior, and Passenger Comfort/Ergos? What say you all? Link to comment
NoLongeraK1200RSRider Posted June 1, 2007 Share Posted June 1, 2007 As the operator of a 99 K12RS I can address this by saying that I have explored the much vaunted high speed of it as well as the low speed and find it to be extremely fun to operate at either end of the curve. I have yet to take a really long trip (1,000 miles or more) so can't address that side of the question. I am a 60 year old rider with a few more than 2 million miles on various bikes to put this in some perspective on my response. I have not owned any other BMW machines, so can make no statements regarding them. Link to comment
tallman Posted June 1, 2007 Share Posted June 1, 2007 RT's are for wussies. Get a K, either 2002+ for RS or a GT. Who cares about anything but the ride? And you will like the ride. Longest trip so far @6k. Fast enough, great brakes, plenty of torque, can plug in 2 Gerbing jacket, 2 heated gloves, heated seat, Motolights & PIAA's, GPS, XM, running lights, light buddies, cruise, and still have power left over. Carries 2 people and all gear, either for touring or camping, with ease. Try it, you'll like it. Link to comment
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