questrider Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 Nothing specific to post here except I've had incredibly real and ridiculous dreams lately of a red 1200 GS. I literally wake up in the morning and can recall vivid dreams that haunt my entire morning. The RT is going in for it's 6,000 mile checkup in a couple of weeks and I'm seriously going to test ride a GS and fantasize about a trade-in, if, of course, I enjoy the test ride. Can it be possible that I won't like it? We shall see! Anyway, it's crazy and impulsive, but I'm wanting something a little more light and nimble than the RT, and also something I won't fear taking down some road that I wouldn't on the RT for fear of bottoming out or the whole (pig) fairing issue. Lots of country and/or gravel roads where I live! And, lately I've really been wanting more airflow when I'm riding, especially around the legs. May the BMW gods help me, I think I'm having a moment! So, one question I have as I salivate... what exactly does the difference of the front wheel being an inch bigger make in the maneuverability and general riding of the GS? Link to comment
David Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 So, one question I have as I salivate... what exactly does the difference of the front wheel being an inch bigger make in the maneuverability and general riding of the GS? --provides more leverage in turns, especially coupled with the smaller rear --much less likely to be disturbed by bumps or holes (doesn't sit down in them) --counteracts block pattern tires by providing bigger contact patch Link to comment
Ken H. Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 Well we're not going to help the situation any! We loved our R1150RT, but since switching to the R1200GS I do have to say there is a world of difference in the handling, nimbleness, maneuverability. For a whole lot of reasons, not just the larger front wheel. Lighter bigger bars, higher, quicker turn-in. The RT is a wonderful at-speed bike, but the GS is a much better all-around bike, IMHO. We miss some of the stability of the RT, especially in the long-haul stuff, but overall if you can only have just one bike, it's a worthwhile trade off. Think you'll sleep better now? Link to comment
Tasker Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 What Ken said. And, red is the fastest, best handling color! Link to comment
RichEdwards Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 I've had incredibly real and ridiculous dreams lately of a red 1200 GS. Did your dream look like this?---- Maybe it's time to make the dream real. Link to comment
HappyMan Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 I've had incredibly real and ridiculous dreams lately of a red 1200 GS. Did your dream look like this?---- Aaagh!! I've been having the same dream and this picture doesn't help at all..... I said to my wife "Other guys have an RT and a GS, why can't I?" You ever see the look on a Pit Bull when they are getting ready to kill? (side note, my wife if the most wonderful girl in the world!!) I've decided to take a GS for a test ride next week when I drop my RT off for some service. I LOVE my RT but I also love the dirt. I keep telling myself to deal with it and keep washing the bike down. Maybe it's time to make the dream real. Link to comment
HappyMan Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 I've had incredibly real and ridiculous dreams lately of a red 1200 GS. Did your dream look like this?---- Maybe it's time to make the dream real. Ummmm, do you mind if I blow this up and hang it near my wife's mirror? Link to comment
Ken H. Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 Did your dream look like this?----Or this?---- Link to comment
steveknapp Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 And, red is the fastest, best handling color! Sure sure. Talkin smack to a blue GS owner who's about to work on your bike...smart dood you are. Link to comment
questrider Posted August 5, 2005 Author Share Posted August 5, 2005 Aaaaaaaah, yes, those pictures help tremendously! Thanks RichBMW and Ken H., yes my dreams do appear quite close to these examples. These, and the desktop on my computer the last month are either helping or causing me restless sleep! I agree with Happy Man that I have tried to convince my wife that I should be able to keep the RT and get a GS, but I do know that look of a Pit Bull when they are getting ready to kill! Oh well, we'll see how the test ride goes in a couple of weeks. Link to comment
Tool Man Posted August 5, 2005 Share Posted August 5, 2005 I have tried to convince my wife that I should be able to keep the RT and get a GS, but I do know that look of a Pit Bull when they are getting ready to kill! Oh well Well dude....keep trying.....not only did I convince her to keep my 04RT but she even let me take the $$$ out of the kitchen fund.....again. She says...:"I know I can't talk you out of it, so please make it Red like the other bikes so you don't go out and buy all new riding gear to match". The comical part of her statement is that just last month she went out and tried on a Rally 11 Suit and ordered REDin her size. We look like a friggen brochure cover roll'n down the road. Loosing sleep is not healthy and causes stress...now go grab that check book and make us proud. Link to comment
steve.foote Posted August 6, 2005 Share Posted August 6, 2005 Brian, I'm afraid I have to appologize to you for the crappy, irresponsible advice you have been getting in this thread. It's like pack mentality, everyone jumping on the bandwagon. Obviously, you need to take your time and reflect about this important decision, and get the yellow one. Link to comment
questrider Posted August 22, 2005 Author Share Posted August 22, 2005 Update: I visited the BMW dealer on Saturday and gazed (stared lustfully, really) at two red ones (one with the black "tuna head", the other with the silver "tuna head"--what are those things called officially anyway?), a blue one, and a black one they had painted (which looked really cool, btw). None to test ride though. I was crushed. I was disappointed. I was sad, to say the least. Oh well, after sitting on one and dreaming awake for a change, I picked one of the brochures and high-tailed out of there before I broke down and started crying. After devouring the brochure, I'm now into full-blown obsession at wanting the GS. Makes me fear what stages of psychosis follows once I've (a) had the test ride and (b) own one. Link to comment
ClearwaterBMW Posted August 22, 2005 Share Posted August 22, 2005 wish you were down here..... you would be welcome to testride mine greg Link to comment
steveknapp Posted August 22, 2005 Share Posted August 22, 2005 TagSport didn't have a demo? LAME! Head a bit west and give Gina's a shot. Let Woody know you're making the trip ahead of time and I'd guess you'll get a ride no sweat. Link to comment
questrider Posted August 22, 2005 Author Share Posted August 22, 2005 TagSport didn't have a demo? LAME!Yep, four of them in the stable and none to ride. I came in on my RT all geared up in my Savanna too, so I'm hoping I just didn't get the brush off. Head a bit west and give Gina's a shot. Let Woody know you're making the trip ahead of time and I'd guess you'll get a ride no sweat. Thanks for the advice. What dealership is Gina's and just exactly where is it located? Link to comment
steveknapp Posted August 22, 2005 Share Posted August 22, 2005 Gina's is in Iowa City. Probably a 2-3hr ride from where you're at. http://www.ginasbmw.com/ Woody, an ex-Laurel guy is their sales manager. He reads his email often (ginasbmwsales@aol.com). Link to comment
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