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by GS George
Tue Jul 06, 2010 5:45 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: R12R VS F650GS: which engine is smoother?
Replies: 5
Views: 2573

R12R VS F650GS: which engine is smoother?

i currently ride an '07 F650GS (single cyl) and got the hots for a new R1200R. i read here about the boxer motor being buzzy so i was wondering if anyone who went from a 650GS to the R12R could tell me which is smoother. my little 650 is buzzy at interstate speeds, the mirrors are pretty much useles...
by GS George
Sat Jul 03, 2010 5:18 pm
Forum: Other BMW Bikes (OBB)
Topic: My New F650GS
Replies: 4
Views: 4163

Re: My New F650GS

i too have an '07 factory lowered F650GS. i rode it from my home in NY to Gillette for the national two years ago. switch to a 17 tooth CC sprocket as it makes a huge difference if your gonna be riding the slab for any length of time. i have tried lots of windscreens and the Ermax or the Wunderlich ...
by GS George
Sat Jul 03, 2010 5:08 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: thinking of getting a R1200R
Replies: 8
Views: 2819

Re: thinking of getting a R1200R

great stuff, keep it coming. that Givi windscreen looks great, i can't wait for the day i can post pics of my new bike, hopefully it will be sooner then latter.
by GS George
Fri Jul 02, 2010 4:21 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: thinking of getting a R1200R
Replies: 8
Views: 2819

thinking of getting a R1200R

new guy here, first post. was at my local dealer last weekend and the BMW fleet truck was there. i had a look at a new R1200R with the low suspension/low seat. i currently ride a little 650GS but am thinking of getting the R12R to use for extended trips on the interstate, which is the one area the F...