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I found the part in Bob's catalogue. And you're right, it's $159. I do appreciate the suggestion.

Carlos

My brother-in-law broke the flourescent red lock plate (or whatever it's called) of My R1150RS's topcase. I looked for a replacement part at the local BMW dealership on the BMW parts software with the salesman, came up with nothing. The case is functional, except for not locking. I don't much like t...

This is why I love this forum. I had this same question... and I find someone who's been through the same thing. I'm thinking very seriously about trading my 02 R1150R for an 03 K1200GT.

Mine (2002) happened in July 2007 at 15,225 miles, while on what was supposed to be the last leg of a 3000 mile trip. The BMW dealership that replaced the clutch botched the job, had to have the transmission replaced by my hometown dealership upon my return. Since then I've put on over 7000 miles wi...

Great photos and narrative, JB. Thanks for posting them!

Carlos

The bike is actually a 2002 model. The manufacture date is June or July 2001, but it’s a 2002 model. Thanks for these very thoughtful posts. After giving this some more consideration, I decided to stick with my original plan to go RT in 2008 or 2009. What I’m getting is that this sort ...

Got a very civil thumbs down from BMW USA. Civil, but still "sorry, no."

They told me there was nothing they could do, given that it was two years out of warranty when I purchased it from a third party.

From your mouth to BMW's ear. Their response will tip my decision as to whether or not to remain a serial BMW owner.

I picked the bike up yesterday from Big Twin in Boise. After a 500+ mile test ride, it seems to be fine. (I took the longer, more scenic ride, of course.)

It's a 2001, no longer covered by the warranty. I've initiated communications with BMW Motorrad USA and will pursue a settlement.

I'm fairly sure it's the input shaft. A friend forwarded this discussion from the BMWOA forum: http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=11047

BMW of North America will hear from me soon.

Thanks for your comments/questions.

I've just completed a 3000+ mile trip to from Portland, OR to southern Utah and the Grand Canyon. The scenery and low-traffic roads made for thrilling motorcycling, despite the daily high temperatures of around 100. Riding with two Texas friends of 30+ years, added to the fun. Everyone got home safe...

I agree on the Mototechniques barbacks. I've been very pleased with mine. I just put on a Parabellum Scout faring and was able to retain the MT barbacks--a good thing!

Thanks for putting up the photos, very helpful.

I'm very seriously considering purchasing one. Could one fo you who now have one your bike post a photo taken from the rider's position? Parabellum deosn't have one on their site and the ones I've seen on this site are from the front or side. I'm glad to see these positive user reviews. Thanks! Carlos

I had Metzler Z-6s installed by the local dealer this past Saturday. They ran $340 installed. So, yes, the $400 sounds a little high, even considering you're in the northeast.

The Northwest is getting pretty expensive, too!

Provides some interesting background on the BMW connection...
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/09/17/autom ... ref=slogin

I bought my 2002 in late May with 3131 on it. I just clicked over 7000 miles.

We stopped in Cascade Locks, OR (Columbia River Gorge) for ice cream (mid 80's today!). I parked the R on the street on it's center stand. As I took it off the stand to head home it got away from me, down on its right side. (NNNOOOOO!!!!) The only damage is a couple of small gouges to the engine gua...

twistedthrottle.com lists this as a new product available in August. Did you purchase yours elsewhere?

Kristi: I heartily agree--wonderful ride and documentation. I'm a native Texan, lived in Central Texas for 13 years. I sent a link to your post to my brother-in-law who rides a Honda, but used to live in Leakey, and to an old BMW-riding friend in Austin who recently covered a lot of the same roads. ...