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by taosports
Thu Feb 27, 2014 7:36 pm
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: F800GT buyers?
Replies: 12
Views: 7957

Re: F800GT buyers?

I went from a 2004 R1150R to the 2013 F800GT.

Pics and more on this thread : http://r1150r.org/board/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=27806
by taosports
Tue Jun 25, 2013 2:34 pm
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: New F800GT in My Garage
Replies: 21
Views: 12577

Re: New F800GT in My Garage

Biff's R wrote:Nice looking bike. How big are the saddlebags compared to those on the R1150R?
The side cases are 28/27 liters on the F800 vs 32/31 (I think) on the 1150R. Top case is 28 liters.
by taosports
Tue Jun 25, 2013 8:00 am
Forum: Great Rides
Topic: Travels with Blanche DuBois: Out West 2013
Replies: 30
Views: 20852

Re: Travels with Blanche DuBois: Out West 2013

Thoroughly enjoyed the ride report John! Thanks for posting it.

I'm almost embarrassed to admit this, but at first I thought you were posting while ON your trip...I almost hopped on my bike to meet you in Yosemite! :oops:
by taosports
Tue Jun 11, 2013 6:22 pm
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: New F800GT in My Garage
Replies: 21
Views: 12577

Re: New F800GT in My Garage

Buckster wrote:I have to say that the white looks very nice! I'm usually not a fan of white on bikes.
Same here - not a fan of white bikes, but when I saw this one in person it caught my eye. I like how it shows the beautiful lines of the bike. I usually prefer black bikes.
by taosports
Tue Jun 11, 2013 6:17 pm
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: New F800GT in My Garage
Replies: 21
Views: 12577

Re: New F800GT in My Garage

Your bike looks great and set up nice, how do you find the power compared to the 1150r? And what kind of mpg's are you getting. Mike Thanks Mike. This bike has more zip than my 2004 R1150R thanks to the extra hp, less weight and lighter wheels. My gas mileage is right at 50mpg with all three bags o...
by taosports
Mon Jun 10, 2013 7:49 am
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: New F800GT in My Garage
Replies: 21
Views: 12577

Re: New F800GT in My Garage

http://www.michaelmaloneyphotography.com/bmw/sf.jpg My bike with the San Francisco skyline as a backdrop. (The extra bag on the seat is my tripod.) http://www.michaelmaloneyphotography.com/bmw/yosemite.jpg Another pic in front of Yosemite Falls from a few weeks ago. Now have about 2500 miles on my ...
by taosports
Thu May 02, 2013 12:16 pm
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: New F800GT in My Garage
Replies: 21
Views: 12577

Re: New F800GT in My Garage

Michael, good to hear from you. I'm still looking at the F800GT to trade my F650GS for. I really need something more designed for touring. Can you report how the GT compares to the R1150R as far as highway touring comfort goes? I continue to feel like I'm being "beat up" on the highway on...
by taosports
Thu May 02, 2013 12:02 pm
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: New F800GT in My Garage
Replies: 21
Views: 12577

Re: New F800GT in My Garage

Thanks Mark. I've been so busy lately that I haven't had time to get out & ride much but I will. I love the lighter weight of my GT compared to my R1150R. Less top heavy and lighter wheels. Welcome back! The F800GT reminds me of a particular great ride day on Hwy 1, and chatting with a VFR800 ri...
by taosports
Thu May 02, 2013 11:59 am
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: New F800GT in My Garage
Replies: 21
Views: 12577

Re: New F800GT in My Garage

You sat on MY bike? :shock: Just kidding. When I bought mine, they had the Valencia Orange model as a demo. I had to wait a few weeks for mine, a white one with the comfort/safety package. Was worth the wait. :D If you bought it at SF, it's probably the one I sat on there. Really liked its ergos. I'...
by taosports
Sun Apr 14, 2013 11:59 pm
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: New F800GT in My Garage
Replies: 21
Views: 12577

New F800GT in My Garage

It has been a long time since I've posted on this great forum, but just had to share this. I still own a 2004 R1150R, but after nearly 100,000 miles, it was time for an upgrade and the F800GT is just the perfect bike for me and how I like to ride. More details as I get to know the bike and of course...
by taosports
Sun Aug 28, 2011 11:50 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Is the front rubber easier to change than the rear?
Replies: 8
Views: 3025

Re: Is the front rubber easier to change than the rear?

Front or rear, letting your tire warm up in the sun (more pliable) and using lots of lube are for me the keys to preventing a wrestling match with your tire.
by taosports
Sun Dec 05, 2010 10:21 pm
Forum: R1150R Rockster
Topic: My Rockster doesn't start
Replies: 12
Views: 4832

Re: My Rockster doesn't start

Old on left and new replacement on right.

Image

They fit to the primary plugs - center of each cylinder.
by taosports
Sat Nov 27, 2010 1:04 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Fuel Filter replacement
Replies: 26
Views: 28059

Re: Fuel Filter replacement

David, The bike was running fine before you went in to replace the fuel and air filter correct? If true then odds are that it is something you did or did not do in the process to cause the rough running. Changing both filters does not foul your plugs so that's not an issue. The only things I can thi...
by taosports
Sun Nov 14, 2010 1:00 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Fuel Filter replacement
Replies: 26
Views: 28059

Re: Fuel Filter replacement

Great advice from boxermania above, so to help illustrate, here's a photo. Note the marked tape I use. (tip #2 from boxermania) One thing I'll add to his advice above is don't use a lot of torque when tightening down the flange to the tank. Those screw threads are easy to strip. You just want enough...
by taosports
Tue Oct 26, 2010 11:23 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Top box or side cases?
Replies: 25
Views: 6199

Re: Top box or side cases?

Lane splitting with my BMW systems cases and a top box : http://vimeo.com/8855470

No worries! :p
by taosports
Tue Oct 26, 2010 3:33 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Winter Riding Gloves
Replies: 23
Views: 5664

Re: Winter Riding Gloves

I agree with AndyRR...heated Gerbings is the only way to go. I use them along with GS hand guards and even heated grips if I really need the the heat. My fingers are always toasty warm.
by taosports
Tue Oct 26, 2010 3:29 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Top box or side cases?
Replies: 25
Views: 6199

Re: Top box or side cases?

I use both a top case and the BMW side cases. The top case is a low profile Pelican case mostly used for my camera gear. A top case can also provide a back rest for a passenger which for the tentative first timer really helps. No fears of sliding off the back on acceleration. As for using side cases...
by taosports
Mon Oct 25, 2010 3:30 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: 12k Service Cost
Replies: 29
Views: 6944

Re: 12k Service Cost

Excluding tank removal/install, about 2 hours for your first time. Mostly depends on how dirty your fluid is and if you have any stubborn air bubbles to contend with. Also, part of the bleed procedure involves putting wood shims between the brake pads to push the pistons so that adds to the time inv...
by taosports
Sun Oct 24, 2010 10:11 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: 12k Service Cost
Replies: 29
Views: 6944

Re: 12k Service Cost

I have not learned how to do the abs and clutch bleeds, but am tempted to learn. Fully comfortable with valve adj and TBS and oils, and filter, added accessory fuse panel, change my own tires (now), alt belt, starter, etc. John, The clutch and abs bleed is really not difficult to do. I've done 6 on...
by taosports
Tue Oct 12, 2010 11:46 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: yellow or red for rear indicators
Replies: 23
Views: 5506

Re: yellow or red for rear indicators

Zeke, Many years ago, I would order my red turn signal bulbs from this company : http://www.lightlens.com/coloredbulbs.htm Haven't used them in years and I notice they no longer carry the bulb I used for my R1150R - a LB1156R No Fade Bulb. They do carry red LED lights but I have no idea if they woul...