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You can turn an ST into a decent tourer, though.
I have almost finished building my version of an F800RT. Last week I picked up a brand new 2007 F800S in Flame Red. Those here who know me know that I like to ride in a sport bike position with low bars. I have always had BMW RS models that I have equiped with all the luggage of an RT. My last ride was traded for the S and was a 2001 R1100RSA that had all the luggage including the RT top case. Here is what I have added to the stock 2007 F800S:No.
As has been pointed out it has never been discussed as prat of BMW's plans for the F800. ....snip....
BMW has provided the platform in the F800 leaving the building of "RT" models to riders and the aftermarket.
I have almost finished building my version of an F800RT. Last week I picked up a brand new 2007 F800S in Flame Red. Those here who know me know that I like to ride in a sport bike position with low bars. I have always had BMW RS models that I have equipped with all the luggage of an RT. My last ride was traded for the S and was a 2001 R1100RSA that had all the luggage including the RT top case. Here is what I have added to the stock 2007 F800S:
1. BMW center stand
2. BMW ST rear fender (on order for next week install)
These are both already on the ST but need to be added to the S.
3. HID headlites, BOTH high and low beam. (no driving lites needed)
4. C-Bailey's headlite protector
5. ThrottleMeister
6. V-Tech tall windscreen
7. BMW engine spoiler, chin fairing (Not needed on ST but will protect the oil filter from stones)(to be installed tomorrow AM)
Will this affect engine cooling? Curiously I was chatting about this last weekend at the Dells.
8. Front Fenda Extender
9. Engine Framesliders
10. Givi racks, V35 side cases, bag liners, 30 liter top case
11. Ilium fat foot (should arrive today)
You don't like the "needle" sidestand? I really need to get one of these myself before . . . .
12. Valentine One radar detector in Legal Speeding box on RAM mount transferred from the old R1100RS
13. Garmin 60CX GPS on Ram mount also transferred from old bike
Do all this and I get a good touring bike with the bars where I want them. No, BMW would never build this bike. It seems I am one of the few people on earth that want low bars on an RT type bike. I have to build my own. By the middle of next week, all the parts should be here and installed. Then I'll post some pictures.
If you are at the open house in St. Louis this weekend, the bike will be there, but without the rear fender and maybe the fat foot. 600 mile service was yesterday and I am now at 790 and counting.
tb
You can turn an ST into a decent tourer, though.
See here: http://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?t=23986&highlight=f800gt
Thanks for the report Tom. Some great mod ideas here but as someone once said "this post is worthless without pictures!"
How do you like the scrambler?
I must confess I really like the new Triumphs and the new ones are fuel injected.
How do you like the scrambler?
I must confess I really like the new Triumphs and the new ones are fuel injected.
However If I could add a third to the stable the F650 for single touring is really tempting. So many times I pass a dirt road and wish I was able to see where it goes. I don't think anyone else makes a road bike that would be dirt road worthy in it's price and size range.
Check out the letter on p10 of the December ON.
The subject comes up again on p.10 of the Feb ON. Is it safe to conclude that ergonomics was the reason the author chose the F650GS over the F800ST?