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1996 K1100RS How is the ride ??

E.L. Buff

New member
went out on a limb and got a 1996 K 1100 RS
66000 miles on it been on the center stand for 2 years
can someone tell me what they think of the ride you know
power
seat
abs brakes
riding stile is it way forward like my K1 ?
is it hot as hell to ride in summer ?
I started outed with a 85 K100rt now have a 02 K1200lt and a 90 k1
Whats one more to fix up and tag and one more BIG thing

Has anyone made a sidecar rig out of a K1100 is it to much work for a home shop
and where do I find a used sidecar to start such a project >
Ernie:brow
 
I have a 95 krs. I personally think it's possibly the best sport touring option in the line up. As with all bikes it has some shortfalls, but I absolutely love mine.
Some things you might want to address....
Riding position is fairly aggressive. I added heli bars. Some folks fit the lt bars. Personally, I think this is a must do (many will disagree, my back does not).
The stock seat is brutal, lots of good Corbins come available on here or eBay. They are still available new as well.
Engine heat is as bad as advertised. A few mods can help some but it's really just something you have to live with.
Oh and the 6th gear mod is something you should do right away!! :laugh
 
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