New to the forum and the R1150R.

[wolfy317]

Hi guys. I just picked up an 03 R1150R a couple of weeks ago, and was directed to this forum. So, I figured I'd introduce myself and the bike. It's an 03 with 40k miles. The original owner had the dealer paint it pearl white when he bought it, and I think that pearl looks great on the bike. It came with bmw bags, and a givi top case. It had the original stock black seat on it, but I just recently replaced it with the tan one. So far I really like the bike except for the peg positions. I have a peg lowering kit on the way though.

I've been on bikes for 19 years, riding on street for 16. My first and still a current street bike is a 1971 BMW R75/5 w/ R90s heads and carbs. The 1150R is my first and only other bike so far. Here are some pics of my kids:

[sjbmw]

Welcome!

Grab a cup of coffee....

That R looks nothing like the others, way cool look.

[boxermania]

Welcome aboard, you'll enjoy the collective knowledge and camaraderie of this forum

[bikermeow]

It's nice in white too ..... eh .. what colour are your panniers?

WELCOME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[wolfy317]

I wish they were colormatched! They're just the black plastic ones, but I'm happy to have em!

[bikermeow]

I wish they were colormatched! They're just the black plastic ones, but I'm happy to have em!

Nothing some paint and a good painter can't solve Paint only the covers, that is good enough!

[Buckster]

Welcome to the forum. It's a great to learn about your new R. Love the white... and the tan seat is a nice touch!

[Keppelj]

Personally, I covet your /5. Such a smooth, sweet bike. I bought one new in '71 and used it with a Hoover strapped on the back to do a janitor gig at night in various businesses in Marin county CA. Lived in Sausalito at the time in a houseboat. Welcome to the forum!

[wolfy317]

I must say, in my so far limited riding time of the new R, it actually sounds like( a little) my airhead, and even has some of the same quirks. It's very neat to be able to compare the 2. Also makes me feel right at home on it. Thanks for the warm welcomes guys.

Nothing some paint and a good painter can't solve Paint only the covers, that is good enough!

Very true! And it just may happen!

[chibbert]

Welcome to the forum - We all owe Doug for providing this great resource for us. Please consider becoming a paid member.
You're gonna really enjoy that bike. Where in this world are you located?

Chris

[Ol' Jeffers]

Welcome Wolfy! Both lovely bikes.....

[wolfy317]

Thanks guys. I'm located in Starkville, MS. I probably will become a paid member here shortly

[chibbert]

MS - that's a state I have never been to unfortunately.

[Holtster]

Welcome to the site. Its has a great wealth of information and resource knowledge.

Enjoy the ride!!!!