the r1200 rs has been calling out to me for a while. Thing is, I just can't get past the engine heads sticking out the side like that. Are they prone to being damaged like I imagine? I know people put about US$2,000 in protection bars on them after they buy them, but, is that really necessary? Everyone knows it is a very good engine and all, but all motorcycles fall over at some point. I just wondered what the practical reality is. Any tales from you BMW guys or ex-BMW guys would be most interesting.

I’m still trying figure the picture deal,needs to be 250KP or under. I’ve got a few pictures of my bike with the spoke wheels somebody wanted to check out.

I came across an article about Charlie Borman's favourite Tasmanian road and had a quick look. It's here https://motorbikewriter.com/charley-boor...es-tassie/

I mention because there are three short promotional videos in it which give a bit of a preview of some of Tasmania's excellent motorcycle roads, about which I've written on the forum. It's where I grew up and where I learned to ride, and I have an affection for the place. Aside from great riding there's some great and varied scenery.

If it's a northern hemisphere winter day and you've nothing better to do, have a bit of a look.

Hey,

Check out video I posted on Youtube.

https://youtu.be/AkEJFnXxDKo

Just want to share my love for the bike and hopefully inspire others. This was done using the new GoPro Hero 7. For the record I never listen to music while riding but at the same time can’t see myself doing the motovlog/talk thing… so it’s totally experimental. Over the years I've watched countless motorcycle videos on Youtube that have helped me very much and finally decided to post one myself. Thanks

When people see us out on the road, dad always gets questions like "does she really like it?", "how do you get her on the bike?" and the biggie, "how do you strap her in?"

They don't realize that this is what I live for. Its especially delectable when we pull up beside a vehicle containing another dog, and I can see the jealousy etched upon their face; sure, they get an open window, but I get the world.

Dad designed the Charkstream with an open front so that, when mounted up and under way, his back makes the front door. The thinking behind this is that if, doG forbid, we were ever to go down, we would both be thrown clear; as for being strapped in, he wouldn't want to be attached to a cartwheeling chunk of metal, so why would I?

So a ride begins like this: I can "sense" the impending party long before the the snap and "kkkkrrrriiiissshhh" of the buckles and Velcro on dad's riding boots sends me into paroxysms of rapture. C'mon,c'mon, C'MON!!! Dad, it's time to hit the road!

We usually head north into the Ozarks towards our favorite series of twisties. It takes approximately two hours to ride from the Casa to the upper end of AR 123 at Mt Judea, but that's just fine with me; a ride doesn't even begin until after the second tank of gas. It takes at least that long to clear the cobwebs of civilization from inside one's head.

We usually stop at the Mt Judea General Store to check road conditions and the possible presence of the local constabulary, or "Mr Mobile Reality" as dad refers to them. Then we saddle up and start to roll; the road starts with a series of uber-tight switchbacks, the road clawing it's way up the mountside through a series of curves so tight and steep that it seems in mid turn like you can see your own headlight staring back at you. I've heard that the scenery is beautiful up in these parts, but I can't comment, as this is a section where it's all about the road; I must admit that, while this is dad's favorite section, the twists and turns are bit abrupt for me,

But it's all part of the ride.

Then the curves start to open up and sweep through the peaks and hollows of the Arkansas Grand Canyon; this is the kind of riding I live for. As we dive into the corners, I keep my chest against dad's back and my head over whichever shoulder that is dipping low; this contact keeps us connected as we carve the road. A curve is not just a solitary change in the journey, but an asphalt trebuchet serving to slingshot us into the next apex, and then the next, and so on. I believe that this is as close to dancing as man and canine will ever achieve, but its not a waltz, or even a jitterbug, but more like a salsa, with both parties involved both leading and following. Ginger Rogers danced every step with Fred Astaire, but did it backwards and in high heels; just sayin'.

Then we hit the interstate and head home towards the Casa; by this time, I'm usually whupped, and spend this time with my head still on dad's shoulder, but now dozing, ears popping in the wind while all of the amazing odors are funneled around his helmet and firehosed directly into my twitching snout. This straight section is the part of any trip that is usually decried by most motorcyclists as boring, but not to me...

It's all part of the same ride.

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First, is the saddle from the 2014 Deluxe interchangeable with the standard 2014 saddle.

Second, is it the opinion of those who have ridden with both to prefer the Deluxe saddle? If so, why?

Thanks,

Bob

Just thought I would share this with y'all. I was in a local bike shop just outside downtown Nashville today when I saw not one, but three brand new 2014 CB1100's. Wow,

I didn't think there were many of them left in the parts, but there are. If you know anyone looking for one, you might point them in this direction.

Also, just a side note. The guy behind the parts counter rides one too. My wife saw another in the are over the summer. That along with the pair that we have makes at least four of them on the roads here. Would love to see these other three stay local. It's almost enough for a Nashville CB1100 club.


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Well he is a motorcyclist so....

Anywho I know there are some guitar enthusiasts on here. Check out Mark Knopfler's new album "Down the road wherever". Pretty dang good.

Well,this should get some conversation going. Check out today's (11/16/18) ride-ct,com on stopping bike thieves in Connecticut.

Sorry, but lazy American here and I have just ONE question. Which is better on a gravel hill, parked outside a hut, here at Area X.
I'm not sure if I want high (full) pressure or less or MORE!
I don't lack for miles (60k+), but knowledge!!!!
Thank you in advance!

-StreetShark