Very broad question but if you wanted to get some weight off of a 2012 R1200R, what would you do?
I realize the R1200R, or any roadster, is going to be the lighter version coming from the factory, but I would like to get it lighter. I have an R80GS/T which is comparing oranges to apples but the weight difference is amazingly apparent.
Of all my miles on BMW’s, most (110k) where spent on a R100RS with Krauser (sp?) saddlebags. One trip I pulled into a truck weigh station and asked if we could get on the scale. Two up completely loaded with camping gear we hit exactly 1,000 pounds. The operator said it was good to +/- 20 pounds. Dry I think those bikes came in right under 500 lbs. my R1200R just seems heavy.
I also noticed how much incredibly heavier the luggage is. I have the stock BMW side bags and top case and I was shocked the first time I hefted one.
The R12 handles great, just would love to get some weight off. Just can’t see how without resorting to a heavily modified cafe type bike which I’m not interested in (for myself - otherwise I think they’re great...to look at!)
I realize the R1200R, or any roadster, is going to be the lighter version coming from the factory, but I would like to get it lighter. I have an R80GS/T which is comparing oranges to apples but the weight difference is amazingly apparent.
Of all my miles on BMW’s, most (110k) where spent on a R100RS with Krauser (sp?) saddlebags. One trip I pulled into a truck weigh station and asked if we could get on the scale. Two up completely loaded with camping gear we hit exactly 1,000 pounds. The operator said it was good to +/- 20 pounds. Dry I think those bikes came in right under 500 lbs. my R1200R just seems heavy.
I also noticed how much incredibly heavier the luggage is. I have the stock BMW side bags and top case and I was shocked the first time I hefted one.
The R12 handles great, just would love to get some weight off. Just can’t see how without resorting to a heavily modified cafe type bike which I’m not interested in (for myself - otherwise I think they’re great...to look at!)