Yes it was nice. Like it just rolled out of the shipping crate.

Hoping the 1300 RS makes some improvements over the 1250. The screen is ridiculous and why I had to buy that $30 wind deflector that sits on top of my screen to cut down on the buffeting

Yeah but those are expensive. If riders watch their mirrors and tap their brake lights is just as good. Just requires some active head on a swivel focus while riding. Have to use those mirrors and know where all the players are.

@ all true but the brake free is at eye level.

Thank you for checking in and commenting. It’s a really cheap way to be better seen at night. But nothing beats defensive riding and keeping your eyes open, checking mirrors and know where all the potential threats are and avoid them.

Sounds like a good setup.

Activate cruise control and use both hands. Quick and easy.

@ if you own the same bike you know that you have to wrestle with the mecanism. Does not make it safer, I chose to protect myself from disaster, rather stop, adjust the screen and proceed. No big deal. You lose 5 seconds but likely avoid putting yourself in a potencial unsafe situation. It is just smarter.

Thanks for stopping by and checking out the video and sharing your insights appreciate it.

Thanks for checking out the video and commenting. My stock windshield would vibrate and make a clacking sound at low RPMs especially when going around a corner. I thought to myself I just spent so much money on a premium motorcycle and it makes this kind of racket. My BMW dealer could not fix it. However it fortunately fixed itself when I purchased an aftermarket Puig smoke colored race screen. It’s basically the same size as the stock screen except it’s I believe curved a little bit more which put more outward pressure on the hinges where the screen goes up and down thus stopping the clanking sound.

Unfortunately I haven’t test those bikes. The RS should come with a lever for the windscreen. But like I said I would never raise it anyways because it creates too much head buffeting

Those older Beemers are nice 👍

Glad it helped!

They’re a little tricky but have to be patient and get that first hook to slide into place. You can do it!

Did you get the helmet back together?

@@Texas2Tires took it back to the dealer and they did it.

Forget if they have a video or not. I remember I did it based on the instructions, which I didn’t read all the way through and ended up messing a step up. Had to go back and redo it. However again have to be patient, it can be done.

Thanks for watching and sharing your experience with your RS. Wow 6’4” you would be so squished up on my RS. I have stick pegs and lowered seat. Seems your height has pushed your head up and out of the buffeting zone.

Highly doubt that as they have really built out the offerings under the R18 name. Seems all the boxers aren’t ready for public viewing yet except the R1300GS and GSA

I would go 1250, because not only do you get a better engine, but also the amazing TFT.

Makes sense. I was talking to my local BMW dealer about that. It will give them a chance to sell through the remaining 2024 models as I’m assuming if people know the 1300 is coming out in a few months they would wait and get the newer model

thanks for checking out the video. Glad you got your answers.

I'm really looking forward to testing out the 1300 with the clutchless ASA system. Not sure I would buy that, but can't say for certain until I try it out. I've heard it is amazing tech.

Looking forward to test riding those.

They should really make a lower cc sport bike. They are missing out on a number of entry level sport riders.

I definitely will have to test it, especially the clutch-less ASA system. I've heard it is amazing. I'm considering buying either the RS, RT or XR in 2026. I want to give that new 1300 engine enough time to workout any issues before I buy one.

That would be cool

only at the g@y bars

I like having the clutch too. But I’d have to test ride it to see if I liked it or not. Yes I’ve test road BMW sport bikes. They are fun but not that comfortable for my back and their power is in the high rpms

@@Texas2Tires Thanks! Great video and I appreciate the update and information about the BMW RS. I have been looking around trying to figure out what's going on. So thanks!

My Sargent seat is the lower and I do sometimes feel cramped on the bike. In fact my hip occasionally gets a cramp. But still love it 😊

@@johnobrien5177 I too came from an 800gt. Found my 1250rs second hand with 4000 mi on it, couldn't be happier. I wonder if I would still have the 800 if the engine had some character and it had cruise control? It wasn't a bad bike.

Thanks for checking out the video and for sharing your experience with your RS. It is a wonderful bike. I can’t wait to see the RS once it gets the 1300 engine with the ASA system.

Very true. I just like the word Pro on the TFT …. 😂

Hundred percent agree with you

Probably for tactile contact on his devices (phone, bike display, etc...).

So I can have fast and smooth interactions with my iPhone.

So I can have fast and smooth interactions with my iPhone

Can’t wait to see what they look like. I saw those spy photos of the 1300 RT online it looks a bit odd but I’m holding my judgment until I see one in front of me

@@Texas2Tires the test bikes that the spy shot people capture always have false bodywork to hide what the bike really looks like and what will go to market.

My understanding is that the R18 sales have been poor, even with the expanded R18 line up. R18 are by far the worst BMW offering I've ever ridden.

Thanks for sharing your insights I tend to agree the more miles they can put on that motor before I buy one the better

Yes it is definitely improved from the people I’ve chatted with that have rode it. I’ve yet to test it yet. My quick shifter smoothed out quite a bit after tuning it with BrenTune from BT-Moto. BMW’s inline 4 and 6 engines are really smooth. The boxer engines are clunky.

Thanks for checking out the video and sharing your insights. I’ve never experienced too much heat coming off the cylinder heads and I ride in 100 + degree summer weather here in Texas. I find that riding around the wind evenly cools those heads. My quick shifter smoothed out a lot after I tuned the bike with BrenTune. I don’t use the connected app at all other than to have it post the speed limits on the TFT. The rest of it is useless. The screen creates nasty head buffeting. Exhaust valve issue sounds problematic my friend got rid of his and went with open Akrapovic headers. Only downside is lack of back pressure which can cause the bike to stall. Definitely sounds a lot louder.

True that’s why I always arrive 30 mins early. 😎👍 Did you attend the moto social?

@Texas2Tires No, I didn't make it out there. I rarely go downtown these days. Maybe for dinner or a Reggae show at Flamingo Cantina.

No doubt, that rocket hits over 200 mph right?

The look of the panniers are certainly subjective and personal preference. However most people tend to think the BMW panniers are bulbous not to mention way over priced. They do offer better security that is for sure.

@Texas2Tires When you factor in design ( best off the bike look ) Weather proof , security , factory keyed the SHAD made factory cases are a deal . One can buy aftermarket Shad universal with RS mounts for 650 usd but they are again a universal solution not specifically modeled to look well with X machine. I've done soft bags and their lifetime is short in comparison when used frequently. If one can afford a BMW then the extra 1k for factory bags is $ well spent when used .

Agreed if you are going to use them a lot and travel quite extensively especially through different types of weather hard cases are definitely superior.

@@bryanlarrimer138 I'd like to see the video of the 155 mph (GPS) run. Of course you have some mods right?

Thanks for checking out the video. Sorry you missed it. They do the demo days once or twice a year.

@@Texas2Tires I usually get the Ducati Austin occasional e-mail but nothing from BMW even after asking about demo rides in the past. C'est la vie. I bought my 2005 Honda CBR 1000RR from that location when they were Woods.

Thank you for checking out the video and commenting I appreciate it. I did briefly mention about the wind and the lack of wind in the summer heat in Texas. When it’s 105 in Texas it doesn’t really matter what bike you’re riding it’s hot. The one good thing about the boxer engine is that the cylinder heads are out in the wind so they’re constantly being cooled so unlike my buddies that have sport bikes when I get to a red light I don’t feel much heat coming up from the engine. So that’s definitely a plus in the summer. My RS definitely has more wind flow but the seating position is not as comfortable as the RT. The RT is about $8000 more than the RS and it’s about 81 pounds heavier so there’s that to consider I think the RS is a better looking bike but that is subjective. One of my riding buddies really likes his S 1000 XR and he does go on short tours with it. However that’s an altogether different driving experience where most of the power is at the high end with a little mid range very little on the low and the torque whereas the RS is all low end and mid range high end is fairly flat if I was going to go on a lot of longer multiple day overnight trips I would buy the RT just because it’s a better seating position it’s more comfortable has luggage and good wind protection for long highway driving all things the RS does not have. With that said, I know quite a few people that have RS and use them as long-haul tours with no issue

@@Texas2Tires Hey there and thanks for your great collection of videos. I also have a black 2020 RS and enjoy it very much. However, I too "suffer" from the seating position/leaning forward situation you referred to in your video as well as in above reply. Question to you: Have you ever looked at/considered replacing the clipped-on handlebar of the RS with a GS-like tabular one. I know, and have seen, brand new RS bikes that come out of the BMW factory with the tabular bar installed. Other vendors like Wunderrlich also make tabular handlebar for the RS. I myself am looking for this option as it may have the potential to provide extra relief beyond the minimal offered by bar risers. I use the Helibar set for my 2020 RS which do not provide much relief. And so, wondering what your thoughts on this. Thanks much!

@@yl4970 Thank you for your comments and question. For my uses, the stock bar setup on my RS is fine. I work on gripping more with my legs and relaxing my shoulders. 2 hours without a break is OK for me beyond that it gets a bit uncomfortable. Again which is fine with me because most of my rides are less than 3 hours. If I started doing more long haul rides, I would most likely buy an RT or perhaps an XR, which comes with a more upright seating position with tubular bars. As for the tubular bars, those come stock with the R 1250 R and should be more comfortable, but I've never rode an R before. Personally I feel putting tubular bars on the RS would kill the sporty look of the bike. Again that is just my opinion. Interesting to hear that the bar risers haven't helped you. Usually I hear that it does help. Have you test rode the RT or the XR? If not, you should give them a try. I think you'll be more comfortable on those bikes. Thanks again for the comment and watching my videos, appreciate it.

@@Texas2Tires Okay got it! Thanks much!!

@@yl4970you’re welcome

Usually I am able to fit in 3-4 bikes. Just depends how long you stay there and if you go both days.

@Texas2Tires so it's a dealership hosting this? To test ride bikes?

@ it’s BMW corporate organizing but the dealerships have to sponsor the visit.

@@Texas2Tires is it just bmw or do others do it too? Was curious if places did it around me in my area

@@LedosGarage Yamaha, Kawasaki, Harley and Indian all do it.

No just checked to make sure driver license has the motorcycle endorsement

Yeah that fairing is something I’d have to get used to

Thank you for the kudos, appreciate it. I think I will go for the clutch on mine. Depends on how much they are charging for that luxury.

They usually do a demo day once or twice a year at RideNow Powersports. I see the ads for it on Facebook. Go on Facebook and follow right now power sports and or BMW of Austin so you don’t miss the next time