BMW R****R Thread - Page 19

BlueBlazerIrregular · 01-24-2013, 02:03 PM

I have over 50,000 miles on mine. I have had many bikes in my over 20 years of riding, and this is the ONLY bike that I have never considered trading-in or selling. The only issue was that the clutch had to be replaced because of a clutch slave cylinder leak. I've used it to tour, commute to work, go off-road (trails, not rock hopping), and it has NEVER left me stranded. I've also owned other BMW's and say without hestitation that this model is the answer I was looking for. Prices vary from town to town, but I think that price is a tad high. That said, If you have the same experience that I have from this model, ANYTHING that you can actually pay and not hurt yourself or your family would be worth it. Because of it's limited years, it gets a lot of looks, and a lot of questions, so, be ready.

RedFrogTango · 01-25-2013, 08:50 AM

Thanks for the responses, which I was able to read before I got to the dealers.

I ended up buying the lime green rockster last night for $6K out the door (including tax, title, license and an oil change). I'm happy with the deal since the bike had a few extras such as an aftermarket exhaust and PIAA running lights. It also had BMW system cases and a removable back rest, which I will probably sell off. The dealer will drop off the bike tomorrow (it's snowing here today).

celticus · 01-25-2013, 10:59 AM

Damn that looks good. I wish I could make my 2007 R1200R look that good.

Moonshiner · 01-25-2013, 12:06 PM

I think you'll like it, congrats on the new ride.

clevishook · 01-25-2013, 03:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ogribike

I bought a R new in 1986 and still have her, I did add the 'S' fairing in 2000. She has done a few IBA rides and has been and still is a great ride. I would take her across country tomorrow with no issue.

My little R...

I had a 1984 R80 that same color. Not as pretty as your bike though.
Had the same bags on mine and my friends kept asking why I needed two typewriters.

LostViking · 01-25-2013, 04:04 PM

That right there is as good as it gets!

dmcd · 01-26-2013, 10:45 AM

[QUOTE=RedFrogTango;20572342]Thanks for the responses, which I was able to read before I got to the dealers.

I ended up buying the lime green rockster last night QUOTE]

Pics as soon as possible please, I used to love the Rocksters.

Bryster · 01-26-2013, 07:12 PM

Yup, pics! Had a Orange rockster, seat/bar position one of the best (for me) like the F800.... It's a great toy!

RedFrogTango · 01-27-2013, 02:51 PM

Photos coming soon. The dealer called and said there were going to delay delivery for a couple of days to fix a faulty heated grip they discovered while doing a final run-through of the bike.

uberaudi · 01-27-2013, 05:27 PM

new favorite picture of my bike from my trip to death valley this weekend
http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=858880

TiPirate · 01-28-2013, 05:21 AM

The 1100R has really worked out well for you! Looks like a fun trip!

Rapid Dog · 01-28-2013, 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedFrogTango

I'm going to look at a 2004 BMW R1150R Rockster (non-ABS) asking $6500...

Any thoughts?

The dealer is asking top dollar at the price. I've seen scads of R1150R's and Rocksters out there from private parties on the $4500-$5500 range.
I came real close to buying a Rockster with 6K on it for $4500 obo....

tpulls · 01-28-2013, 10:57 AM

I'm thinking about puchasing an R1150R as well. I really would like an R1200R but financially I don't think it's going to happen. Other than new technology, what will I be missing? Power and more weight I'd imagine.

Rapid Dog · 01-28-2013, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tpulls

...Other than new technology, what will I be missing? Power and more weight I'd imagine.

Alot. I was feeling desperate for a change to a R-roadster and thought the same, R1150R is a good compromise.
Glad I waited.
The 115o is a grreat bike, but the R1200 is a handlin' mofo, with alot more power on tap. Just a complete newer gen bike than the previous.
I just saw one on CL in CA asking $7800 with lotsa farkles and 24K.
If you can spare the hussle the extra, it's well worth it.
But the 1150R is a fine momo.

uberaudi · 01-28-2013, 08:07 PM

Are there any dual sport tires for the 1100r? I would like to do some gravel roads...

01-24-2013, 02:03 PM	#271
BlueBlazerIrregular Bike Punk Joined: Apr 2009 Location: Oceanside Oddometer: 93	I have over 50,000 miles on mine. I have had many bikes in my over 20 years of riding, and this is the ONLY bike that I have never considered trading-in or selling. The only issue was that the clutch had to be replaced because of a clutch slave cylinder leak. I've used it to tour, commute to work, go off-road (trails, not rock hopping), and it has NEVER left me stranded. I've also owned other BMW's and say without hestitation that this model is the answer I was looking for. Prices vary from town to town, but I think that price is a tad high. That said, If you have the same experience that I have from this model, ANYTHING that you can actually pay and not hurt yourself or your family would be worth it. Because of it's limited years, it gets a lot of looks, and a lot of questions, so, be ready. __________________ 2004 BMW Rockster

01-25-2013, 12:06 PM	#274
Moonshiner aka "B-dog" Joined: Feb 2008 Location: Twin Cities of Minne-snow-tah Oddometer: 144	I think you'll like it, congrats on the new ride. __________________ "By the way, you don't have to be sweaty and holding a basketball to enjoy a Gatorade. You could just be...a thirsty dude! Gatorade forgets about this demographic!" Mitch Hedberg

01-25-2013, 04:04 PM	#276
LostViking Studly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2006 Location: Chateaugay Lake, N.Y. Oddometer: 610	That right there is as good as it gets! __________________ "Find A Way"

01-26-2013, 07:12 PM	#278
Bryster Adventurer Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Perth, Western Australia Oddometer: 52	Yup, pics! Had a Orange rockster, seat/bar position one of the best (for me) like the F800.... It's a great toy! __________________ F800R No GSA but still as ugly...

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01-25-2013, 08:50 AM	#272
RedFrogTango Studly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2006 Location: Geneva, IL Oddometer: 533	Thanks for the responses, which I was able to read before I got to the dealers. I ended up buying the lime green rockster last night for $6K out the door (including tax, title, license and an oil change). I'm happy with the deal since the bike had a few extras such as an aftermarket exhaust and PIAA running lights. It also had BMW system cases and a removable back rest, which I will probably sell off. The dealer will drop off the bike tomorrow (it's snowing here today).

01-25-2013, 10:59 AM	#273
celticus Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2007 Oddometer: 149	Damn that looks good. I wish I could make my 2007 R1200R look that good.

01-26-2013, 10:45 AM	#277
dmcd Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jun 2008 Location: Northern Ireland Oddometer: 338	[QUOTE=RedFrogTango;20572342]Thanks for the responses, which I was able to read before I got to the dealers. I ended up buying the lime green rockster last night QUOTE] Pics as soon as possible please, I used to love the Rocksters.

01-27-2013, 02:51 PM	#279
RedFrogTango Studly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2006 Location: Geneva, IL Oddometer: 533	Photos coming soon. The dealer called and said there were going to delay delivery for a couple of days to fix a faulty heated grip they discovered while doing a final run-through of the bike.

01-27-2013, 05:27 PM	#280
uberaudi Adventurer Joined: Dec 2012 Location: Camarillo, CA Oddometer: 86	new favorite picture of my bike from my trip to death valley this weekend http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=858880

01-28-2013, 05:21 AM	#281
TiPirate Adventurer Joined: Aug 2012 Location: Quispamsis Oddometer: 76	The 1100R has really worked out well for you! Looks like a fun trip!

01-28-2013, 10:57 AM	#283
tpulls Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2011 Oddometer: 129	I'm thinking about puchasing an R1150R as well. I really would like an R1200R but financially I don't think it's going to happen. Other than new technology, what will I be missing? Power and more weight I'd imagine.

01-28-2013, 08:07 PM	#285
uberaudi Adventurer Joined: Dec 2012 Location: Camarillo, CA Oddometer: 86	Are there any dual sport tires for the 1100r? I would like to do some gravel roads...