New to the Fold
Posted: Wed Jun 18, 2025 6:42 pm
After 45 years of street riding, I am considering a BMW for the first time. I may commit this week to a fly and ride to get one.
looking at a newer R1250RT. I have been a "Sport Touring" Rider since 1980, making all kinds of bikes work for me over the years based on budget and my experience.
I ride fairly quickly still, and I love a sporty, comfy bike that will eat miles.
Since 2007 I've owned lots of bikes but have most enjoyed my Tiger 1050, KTM 1190S, 1290S and my current ride, a Tiger 900 Gt Pro
I also ride a lot of dirt and dual sport: 300 and 500 KTMs for dirt and an Aprilia Tuareg 660 at the moment
I live in Western Colorado
Looking to get back into some longer trips hence the R1250RT. I will likely want/need to convert to regular handlebars due to my age, injuries and T-rex like arms. and maybe a way to get some highway pegs due to knee replacement
I am looking forward to a brand new chapter in my riding history.
looking at a newer R1250RT. I have been a "Sport Touring" Rider since 1980, making all kinds of bikes work for me over the years based on budget and my experience.
I ride fairly quickly still, and I love a sporty, comfy bike that will eat miles.
Since 2007 I've owned lots of bikes but have most enjoyed my Tiger 1050, KTM 1190S, 1290S and my current ride, a Tiger 900 Gt Pro
I also ride a lot of dirt and dual sport: 300 and 500 KTMs for dirt and an Aprilia Tuareg 660 at the moment
I live in Western Colorado
Looking to get back into some longer trips hence the R1250RT. I will likely want/need to convert to regular handlebars due to my age, injuries and T-rex like arms. and maybe a way to get some highway pegs due to knee replacement
I am looking forward to a brand new chapter in my riding history.
I've not tried them myself? But I reckon a set of medium hight ape hangers for your T-Rex arms could be a good seating position on the RT 
