01-09-2016, 11:29 AM | #1 |
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BMW Motorbike Purchase
Thinking I may treat myself to a new BMW tourer.
Just wondering whether anyone has experience/comments on likely available discounts?
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01-10-2016, 08:46 AM | #3 |
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Hmmm! I see by your Avatar that you ride a proper bike....
I've got an ER6-F that I got as a first bike but too small for touring. Currently most of my time on a Harley V Rod which is surprisingly fun. Goes OK in a straight line for me but is a bugger to get round the hairpins and not much fun at 90 on the motorway...
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01-10-2016, 01:05 PM | #4 |
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I wanted a tourer.
Went and rode the BMW1200RT and then 1200 Triumph Trophy the day after. Bought the Trophy without a moments doubt. Don't know if it was just the RT that I rode but the BMW gearbox was shite and the Trophy was the far better handling bike and I just felt at home on it straight away. It's a big bike but the weight just seems to disappear as soon as you are on the move. Be aware, some early Trophies had problems. Mine is a launch version with all the extras fitted as standard and had the cylinder head replaced at the factory as a recall but that issue was sorted ages ago and I haven't had any other problems with mine in 12,000 miles. Go and do a few test rides and have fun and if you want any info on the Trophy just ask. Dave.
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01-10-2016, 07:07 PM | #5 |
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Thanks for the feedback Dave.
I saw your bike on another post of yours - good looking bike and love the colour Was the BMW you tried the 2014 onwards version or the previous? I know the gearboxes were naff before that. Will obviously ride a few but other peoples experiences are always good to know.
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01-11-2016, 05:57 AM | #6 |
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The RT that I rode was a 13 plate. My Trophy is a 62 plate.
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