Thinkin about a R1200RT

[misterprofessionality]

I like the CB but I also miss having a fairing.

I'm leaning toward getting another full fairing bike. I had an 83 G.W. prior to the CB.

While it wasn't the most modern of bikes I didn't realize how much I like a fairing until I rode the CB on a cold day last spring. Looking to change it up and maybe go for a BMW.

The RT comes to mind. Heated grips, ABS, shaft drive, etc. Higher elec. output - 700 watts for heated gear. More HP.

The only thing that concerns me is the maintenance cost of owning a BMW. If something goes awry i.e. final drive or brake issue - KaChing!
The same can probably be said for Honda but maybe not as spendy.
That said, I've read more than one glowing review with no issues reported.

I don't mind doin a bit of wrenching but I'm not going to go there with the CB or a BMW - just easy maintenance stuff. So I guess I'll be bringing it to a shop for more complicated things I neither know how to do or want to necessarily learn.

Looking at 2011 ish in the 7-8k or less range.
like this one
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/mcy/d...22743.html

I'd like to keep the CB but not sure I can justify it.

Any input appreciated.
thanks

I genuinely don't mean this to be a sarcastic response, but I think I can solve your problem without you needing a second bike:



full fairing CB1100!! All you need is a few pieces and parts from the land of the rising sun. the paint job is of course optional. much cheaper than a second bike .