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by cycler
Sun May 13, 2018 8:42 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Return to riding
Replies: 21
Views: 3486

Re: Return to riding

The RT is a great bike when you are moving, well balanced and forgiving, but it is a heavy old girl to move about and at very low speed.  If you can, I'd get something cheap and light to dial yourself back in and then see how you feel. Well, I gotta say this is a great thread.  I ...
by cycler
Sun May 13, 2018 12:35 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Two Up Riding on a R 1200 RT
Replies: 12
Views: 3122

Re: Two Up Riding on a R 1200 RT

Once again, thanks to all who responded to my original question.  It has certainly been answered.  MCWHIRTJ:  that is one impressive photo.  Leaves no doubt in my mind the R 1200 RT can do what I would want.  Looks like our house sold today, so hopefully ...
by cycler
Sat May 12, 2018 4:20 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Two Up Riding on a R 1200 RT
Replies: 12
Views: 3122

Re: Two Up Riding on a R 1200 RT

Thank you both for your responses and insights.  As for which model, I thought that R 1200 RT is the model I am considering.  Anyway, I am fortunate that I can buy a new one.  The lighter weight, the more comfortable (less engine heat), and easier handling are what have me...
by cycler
Sat May 12, 2018 12:21 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Two Up Riding on a R 1200 RT
Replies: 12
Views: 3122

Two Up Riding on a R 1200 RT

Hello everyone, new to this forum, with absolutely no experience with BMW motorcycles.  A little background;  my wife and I are planning to move to North Georgia shortly and we both want to get back into motorcycling.  The last 4 motorcycles were Harleys, but, we stopped r...