Ralph_OK Posted February 1, 2008 Posted February 1, 2008 Well, I've had my BMW R110011R since July and finally joined this forum. I bought it from my dad (with a great family discount ). He's been a member of this forum for quit a while now. He put 101k miles on it before I got it. I've put 11k on it. I ride almost everyday to work, about 80 miles round trip. Coldest day to ride so far was 12F. I've taken it on 1 weekend trip and a few day trips. My longest day was 400 miles. The most noticable difference on this bike is that at the end of the 400 miles, I could have gotten back on and kept going. On my previous bike I was wore out by the end of the day. And, I don't think I ever put more than 300 miles on it in one day. I've been lurking on this forum for a couple of months now, and have enjoyed reading the ride tales and learning about my bike from other discussions. Maybe some day I'll have some benificial knowledge to add as well. Until then, I'll soak in all the knowledge I can.
kcscout Posted February 1, 2008 Posted February 1, 2008 Hi, from Kansas. Glad to see we didn't scare you off and you came out of lurk mode.
keithb Posted February 1, 2008 Posted February 1, 2008 Hi Ralph and welcome to the board. Make like a sponge and soak us up!! Your coldest ride was 12 degrees? My best is 16 degrees at Newcombs Ranch last year here in SoCal of all places. Either way that is pretty darn cool to be on 2 wheels.
outpost22 Posted February 1, 2008 Posted February 1, 2008 Coldest day to ride so far was 12F. Yeah, you'll fit right in with this bunch.
Bud Posted February 1, 2008 Posted February 1, 2008 Welcome, and let me be the 2nd to say how nice it was for him to break in your bike for you. As you know, we don't discuss religion, politics, oil or oil filters here. Oh wait a minute, that was redundant because oil and oil filters are a religion here. Looking forward to some trip reports from you.
PRC Posted February 2, 2008 Posted February 2, 2008 As you know, we don't discuss religion, politics, oil or oil filters here. Oh wait a minute, that was redundant because oil and oil filters are a religion here. You forgot to include tires in the banned subjects! Welcome aboard sir!
waylap Posted February 2, 2008 Posted February 2, 2008 Watch out for the motorcops on here, they're a pain.
camille Posted February 2, 2008 Posted February 2, 2008 As you know, we don't discuss religion, politics, oil or oil filters here. Oh wait a minute, that was redundant because oil and oil filters are a religion here. You guys....
dhb Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 Hi Ralph, Welcome. In addition to an old GS, I also have an R1100R, 1999 model with 55K miles on it. I have it in California, so it has been getting used more than my Alaska bikes, and I use it for long distance touring just fine. It does fairly well in the twisties, too. Overall, a really nice versatile bike I'm glad to have. BTW, my wife rides a 1994 Magna that she's very happy with as well. take care, Dave
ESokoloff Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 It does VERY well in the twisties, too. Fixed it for you Dave Welcome Ralph
Tank Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 Cool intro Ralph and welcome, your machine is justy hitting its stride, with maintanece it should be ready for the next 100,000
Les is more Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 Hi Ralph! Welcome and say hi to your dad!
HappyMan Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 Welcome Ralph! Gee, I read books about Ralph and his motorcycle.....he's a mouse though.....
Stormrider Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 Welcome aboard Ralph. Lots of great info on everthing & anything here!
Ralph_OK Posted February 4, 2008 Author Posted February 4, 2008 Thanks to all you guys for the welcome. I look forward to a long life of BMW riding. Dad is riding an '06 Wee Strom. He wanted something to ride on dirt rodes and explore some of the Fire roads in Arkansas. Ralph
Ralph_OK Posted February 4, 2008 Author Posted February 4, 2008 Yeah, he broke it in nice for me. Currently all I do is the preventative maintainance stuff, nothing to fix,. . . . . yet.
Ralph_OK Posted February 4, 2008 Author Posted February 4, 2008 Yes, I really like this bike. The weekend trip I took was to Arkansas, so we saw plenty of twisties. It did really well. It was shortly after I got it, so I didn't push it. This is an anual trip I take with a few guys every summer. Now that I am more familiar with this bike, I'll see what it can really do. I love my Magna, but it was time to move on. Mine is an '87, aka Supermagna. I'd like to keep it in the garage, but I just can't keep extra bikes around that won't get ridden.
hANNAbONE Posted February 4, 2008 Posted February 4, 2008 ...wHAT kINDA handgun do you own...and what tires are you using...who does your taxes...and who do you like in the Final Four..? Answer the above and you'll be up to speed in no time... Welcome to the mayhem...
Ralph_OK Posted February 14, 2008 Author Posted February 14, 2008 You asked what my dad rides now. I found this thread that he started. Post 886699 Ralph
Knifemaker Posted February 14, 2008 Posted February 14, 2008 Welcome...and from the famous words from Dracula.... I think they are all blooming crazy...cept' for me and you...and somtimes I have me doubts about you....
KrazyHorse Posted February 14, 2008 Posted February 14, 2008 Welcome! Real great folks here! I learn something new from this forum all the time.
AdventurePoser Posted February 15, 2008 Posted February 15, 2008 Maybe some day I'll have some benificial knowledge to add as well. Until then, I'll soak in all the knowledge I can. Welcome to the Board! Don't let the fact that you don't know anything keep you from posting. I do it all the time! Steve in So Cal
Semper_Fi Posted February 15, 2008 Posted February 15, 2008 Welcome to the board - outstanding place for information and entertainment. Ride Safe. Luia
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