ericfoerster Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 I scored an awesome new K today from one of our very own board members. As you can tell is was abused and needed rescued. I only did about 380 miles on her today, but she runs like a top. This thing is like brand new Here are a few snappers of the new girl. Link to comment
ghaverkamp Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Would that toy be better for outside the garage? Link to comment
Limecreek Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 That bike is immaculate and I really like the custom touches. I hope you can work around the underpowered motor. Enjoy! She looks like a winner. Link to comment
Whip Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 I think it would look even better in Colorado(Ouray) later this month. Whip Link to comment
JerryMather Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Sweet ........ Now you won't have any excuse for not staying up with me in the Gorge. Link to comment
ESokoloff Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 I scored an awesome new K today from one of our very own board members. As you can tell is was abused and needed rescued. .............. This thing is like brand new if you acquired Her from who I think you did, She's in BETTER condition then new Congrats Link to comment
Volfan615 Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Very nice clean bike. Congrats! Link to comment
TowJam Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Congrats! That is a sweeeet looking K. Link to comment
WURTY Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Well now that your on that machine I will just see you in Torrey instead of trying to ride with you to Torrey. I had enuff trouble when I was trying to keep you in sight when you were on that borrowed Yamathing. Beautifull Bike. Link to comment
JerryMather Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Well now that your on that machine I will just see you in Torrey instead of trying to ride with you to Torrey. I had enuff trouble when I was trying to keep you in sight when you were on that borrowed Yamathing. Beautifull Bike. Not to worry Wurty..............You can always keep me company. Just stay behind me, so I don't have to ride threw that dirty air of yours. FYI: The General came out yesterday and rode with us for a little while. The first thing out of his mouth was," Where's Norah" I told him, she's affraid of the Crest Krew. Link to comment
BrianT Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Gratz, you'll have a lot of fun on that. Link to comment
ericfoerster Posted June 10, 2007 Author Share Posted June 10, 2007 Mastercard+highspeed internet=accoutrements Let the fun begin Link to comment
JerryMather Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Mastercard+highspeed internet=accoutrements Let the fun begin So when are you comin out to visit me? Link to comment
ericfoerster Posted June 10, 2007 Author Share Posted June 10, 2007 Hmmm..a new name for me, "Turbo K" I like the way you think Jerry Link to comment
JerryMather Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 "Turbo K" I like the way you think Jerry I can make that happen.... but then I'll have to do it to mine too. Link to comment
KCSheila Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 That bike looks absolutely perfect!!!!!!!! How exciting!!!!!!!!!! How many trips have you made out just to take another "quick peak" at her????? Congratulations Link to comment
Rickster Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 That's a real beauty I may have to rent one this summer....hopefully I won't like it TOO much Link to comment
ELP_JC Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Hey gang, I was really sad to see my pride and joy leave, but having never seen my own bike, IT LOOKED SHARP!! I've always said it: there's no better looking bike than the mighty K. Better? Yes, but not better looking. Having said that, can't think of a better person than Eric to be the new owner of my beauty; he's a super guy. These machines are meant to be ridden, and it was just not going to happen in the foreseeable future, so I decided it was time to find her a better home. Plus not having time to deal with a possible seal leak, or other inherent K 'character' issues (plus no dealer 300 miles around), it was time to let her go, and get something more mundane, like an FJR. Sure, I'll miss its uniqueness, and all those BMW features we all here love (cruise, para/telelever, servo brakes -I DO like them-, etc), but such is life. I'll be happy to read Eric's excellent road tales and see my beauty doing what she likes < he he>. Anyway, so are you sold on the mighty K's electric smoothness, Eric? Did you like the riding position? The cruise? More than anything, I was really glad you see you happy, and that you found the bike in better shape than you expected. It was worth not having 'touched' her even with my knees or belly (none, actually), so she'd be in perfect shape for her future owner (wife always tells me I take care of my vehicles for somebody else ). Take care my friend, and hope that you perpetuate the feature that made my bike special: IT NEVER TOUCHED THE GROUND. Take care all. Link to comment
JerryMather Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 I'll be happy to read Eric's excellent road tales and see my beauty doing what she likes . Take care my friend, and hope that you perpetuate the feature that made my bike special: IT NEVER TOUCHED THE GROUND. OH SURE.........He'll take care just like he did to his Dad's FJR. Hey Eric, Think'll get up to a buck sixty in Torrey? Link to comment
ericfoerster Posted June 10, 2007 Author Share Posted June 10, 2007 JC, Let me just make an unconditional endorsement of your personal items. I’d buy anything you sell sight unseen. The condition of this bike is impeccable in every regard. I am stunned at the detail of your work. This is everything from the custom screens you’ve installed to the surgically clean engine area. I have no doubt that this bike is in better condition now then when it rolled off the showroom floor. My impressions so far are as follows: It turns a bit quicker than the FJR does It is ultra-stable on the slab The cruise control is awesome No shortage of power Comfortable riding position The seat is perfect for me The factory light worked surprisingly well (Thanks BMW, they are usually horrible) The sound; it’s a turbine Knowing the mileage issues I fully expected to see some short gas stops. I got 170 out of one tank before the fuel light came on. A little more mileage would be better, but it is not a deal breaker for everything else this bike does so well. I would like an additional 2 to 3 inches in a stock shaped windshield and I’d be real happy. I am shocked at the amount of wind protection that the bodywork does provide. During one downpour my jeans never got wet in about 20 of miles of riding, Happy is an understatement. I am thrilled to have this scooter in the fleet and look forward to some twisty testing soon. Many thanks JC ps..don't listen to Jerry. I think he was watching another FJR rider and not me. Howard will tell you that I never broke the speed limit and I washed the bike at every gas stop. I ride like an old lady going to church. Thats my story (Howard, the cigars are on me in the fall) Link to comment
ghaverkamp Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 The condition of this bike is impeccable in every regard. I bet even the tires are fresh! Link to comment
BruceLaQuinta Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Congrats Eric. Nice looking scoot. I tried sending you a PM, but your mailbox is full? Again, congrats! Link to comment
ELP_JC Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 Thanks for that endorsement Eric; really means a lot to me. Seems you're really happy with the bike; I'm happy for you too. Looks like you're a candidate for one of a ton of aftermarket windscreens available. I'd avoid the 'touring' OEM version because it scratches by just looking at it the wrong way. On the plus side, it has no visible holes; tough call on that one. Do a search and am sure you'll find the one you need. If you get an A/M, get a tinted one; they look a lot better, and they hide inevitable scratches much better. I bet you can find one for cheap on the classifieds or Ebay. It's tricky to remove the 'plugs' that hold the windscreen in place; the best way is with a socket (can't remember size) that forces the 'claws' inward, so they just slide out. It'll make sense once you scrutinize them up close. And remember you can always call me for any questions you may have, next week or next year; you have my numbers. Best of luck, and again, it was a pleasure meeting you and your wife (hope she's doing better). Hope to see you in Cloudcroft sometime in the future, and meet your Dad too. Link to comment
ChrisNYC Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 That's a beautiful bike Eric. I always thought the K12rs in black was stunning ------------------ Chris (aka Tender Vittles ) Little '77 KZ400 in the Big Apple Black '99 RT for Everywhere Else, such as ... Link to comment
Kitsap Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Will someone please add a drooling emoticon to the board. Saweeet ride Eric. Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Aren't they great? I like that color too. Link to comment
ericfoerster Posted June 12, 2007 Author Share Posted June 12, 2007 Aren't they great? I like that color too. Yep, she is a sweet flying thing. I got an extended warranty to cover those "BMW" issues if they ever crop up. I was envious watching you and Laney cleaning yours up at the end of the day at Torrey. I've always had a soft spot for them and now was the time to get my own I always tend to buy things that appeal to my eye. This scooter also performs as good as she looks. It is a shame it won't fit through the front door as it would be in the living room with me right now! Link to comment
texasaggie97 Posted June 12, 2007 Share Posted June 12, 2007 Foerster, So I have lost count of all the toys in the garage. Has Spencer taken that motercycle class. I mean him and dad need to do some riding. Wow, hey congrats on the scooter and I hope we can get togeter sometime in the near future. I hope to make the spring Torey I would love to meet up with you and Chas. Todd Link to comment
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