spivey williams Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 i am 63 years old and have been riding most of my life, i have had many different motorcycles including a couple of bmw's. i really have the hots for a k1200r but i am not sure of a couple of things, i really am concerned over the riding position, i really dont fit well on all out sport bikes due to middle age spread if you know what i mean, i really like the looks of the k1200 but i have no dealer close to me to set on one to try it out, my friend has a busa with 1 in raised bars that i can ride but not for a long time, i need an owners opnion before i just buy one. i know they are rockets but that is ok i ride with some since, thanks Link to comment
Paul Mihalka Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 The K1200R has a much more upright riding position than the K1200S. Try to get in touch with our friend Whip, he had one and put some miles on it. You'll get good information from him. Link to comment
Whip Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 The K1200R has a much more upright riding position than the K1200S. Try to get in touch with our friend Whip, he had one and put some miles on it. You'll get good information from him. http://bmwsporttouring.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=774975#Post774975 Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 In Whip's link he mentioned that the ride is on the firm side. At 220 lbs, I found that my K13S' front shock needed more preload. I don't have ESA, and don't believe the ESA bikes adjust front spring preload anyway, but it was a PITA to adjust. It did make the ride better, but I'm still wishing for Ohlins... Link to comment
tallman Posted May 1, 2012 Share Posted May 1, 2012 Go here and compare ergos really good site linked a while ago by ??? Take a look at all the K variations, the older flying bricks are more upright and the new GT's the most upright. Link to comment
Calvin (no socks) Posted May 6, 2012 Share Posted May 6, 2012 I have a '05 12s. Upright riding, 1200 mile days in succession, no bar backs, no adjustments, no pain...but you are in the wind, and must have a quiet helmet! Link to comment
Scribner Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 My K12rs is very comfortable for me. The only thing that gets some pain are my thigh muscles. Link to comment
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