BMW Touring bike with the Boxer engine (R1200CLC)

[@jamesbonanno3359]

Excellent review. I saw this video many months back and finally pulled the trigger and purchased a 2004 R1200 CLC. I am a 59 year old man and never rode a street bike so I will be taking a full Riders class and practicing before I have my wife on the back. Safety First! Stay healthy out there and really enjoyed how the review flowed, did not appear to be scripted or practiced over and over. Just an honest from the heart observation. You sold me.

[@alexskirvin1956]

I've had mine almost 3 years now (2004 6spd) aside from changing brake and clutch fluid every year, the only other pain about it is keeping it clean. But man, i swear that thing hovers off the ground in 6th gear. It is sublime. Feels even more balanced loaded down and or with a passenger. Handles better in the rain than my camry does, and outbrakes most things on the road, dry or wet. Starts great, plenty of power if you know where to find it. Probably the greatest success in my vehicle purchasing record lol.

[@carlosandleon]

how tall are you?

[@AmbrosiasRideOuts]

Still love my R1200c. Had her since new, that's over 25 years. Love it. A rare bike indeed. 😎

[@grene1955]

I bought a 2003 R1200CLC a few months ago, and I love it! Rides great, very comfortable, plenty of power. I had a Yamaha Venture years ago, and this is light years beyond it. The brakes are amazing!

[@dembears579]

I owned that year and color BMW. Purchased it in 2003. Kept it 3 years and put 45,000 miles on that bike. I lived in Michigan and was fortunate enough to live just 3 miles from the dealership of purchase. The M shaped windshield and the cd player in the side bag were other nice features at the time. Brought back great memories. Thanks

[@easytargetrn]

Dude, you’re video sealed the deal. I’ll be picking up my 04 CLC in 2 weeks

[@LordoftheEagles]

Thanks for owning a shop, taking time to make vids for youtube and for your customers, and riding all these bikes. There is literally anything else you could be doing as a shop owner that needs to buy bikes but you put this all out. I am also not a practicing christian or religious, and I freekin dig the words of wisdom.

[@Srkcycles]

+Zach Atkinson thanks

[@Burroughspoint]

I just picked up an amazing looking 2004 BMW R1200CLC in VERY good condition, 18,000 miles and lightly ridden on the weekends. Had been sitting up, the guy was unable to ride it anymore. I am looking forward to putting some miles on it this upcoming year!

[@jeffumstead7993]

BMW boxer engines aren't "buzzy", it's more of a "thrum"....the engine lets you know it's there but it's not bothersome. The R1200CL/CLC bikes are great, I've enjoyed over 40k miles on mine with no issues. Job 28:28

[@MrChristianbass2170]

Just got a 2003. I love this thing. So comfortable I can ride it all day.

[@Kwhopperfan]

These bikes were such an odd ball but were a great machine. They were available at the same time as the K1200LT for only a couple years if I remember correctly. It was apples and oranges, similar to the Valkyrie Interstate and the Goldwing in 2000. That windshield needs some love.

[@nicholasjheinz7461]

T totally disagree with your review; having owned a R1200cl for 14 years and riding it 70000 miles mostly two up touring coast to coast 3 times. Top speed for this bike is 100 mph with a tail wind, however I always found it unstable and vibe. But it would cruise comfortably all day at 70 - 75. Commercially it was a an embarrassing flop for BMW in the American cruiser market; most owners quickly dealt them at a loss. BMW re-entered the cruiser market in 2021 with the R18. I still own my R12100CL in 2020; having converted it to a bobber; to many good memories not to give it a forever home.

[@dennism103]

Bmw was the 1st to put fuel injection and antilock brakes, cruise control, heated grips & seats years before other manufacturers...

[@markslivka3806]

Bike has I believe around 65 hp.and around 70 fp.torque.great on the highway.8 hours in and you want to keep going and hit another state

[@JosephGladu-g6l]

Thank you for the video I just bought a Caspian blue R1200 2003 and needs fuel pump in the tank for the EFI other than that is absolutely free moment it's a barn find I got it under $2,000 I've been looking for videos on it I'm glad you wrote one for me so I know what to look forward to next month when I get it on the road appreciate it man good looking out

[@demetriuscooksey7147]

I've had a number of R bikes through the years, but never a C model. I really want to try one out.

[@WoodyRides]

5th!!! This is the type of test ride we came to like and love! Great review man!

[@tipturkey1283]

Cops here in Aus all ride tuned RT 1200s, they seem to last forever and be pretty damn quick/comfortable

[@marceltromp1454]

How do U see through that ?

[@alenderkramor4129]

Hello from Russia. Please turn on Russian subtitles. Thanks.

[@golferpatbug]

The warning light with the triangle is a low fuel indicator, on my RT it had a bad fuel strip so it was on all the time and I used trip meter for fuel consumption.

[@wesleyhudgens4416]

Two years too late but in case it happens again it could be what pat said or on my r1200c it was that the license plate bulb or tail light was out

[@rmccain99]

How can you see thru that windshield?

[@fred_e]

Having ridden one, you see over it more than through it. It's quite novel (I'm 5'6" for the record)

[@adanplata]

I have one R1200cl and i love it, very good for long trips. best seat, you can ride it with no problems.

[@rmccain99]

That bike looks cool.

[@nescifu1845]

I ride 2004 R1200 Montauk it is same as this but without all the shields. a naked cruiser almost

[@freespace303]

How would you compare this to the Honda ST1300? Thanks!

[@dennism103]

I had a 1200 Lt it was super fast and smooth...

[@dingdongwang]

Hi Sean, I appreciate your channel and gives an idea about all the bikes. I would think it would be helpful if you can add little description of slow speed handling of all bikes . I own and R1200CL and it rides great at speeds above 20 mph but slow speeds could be challenging to intermediate rider due fairings attached forks .

[@gaylemesser136]

Had a chance to buy a bike just like the one you were test riding back in 2003. It was at the Gateway BMW MOTORCYCLES of St. Louis. I didn't want to make payments. They got one there now with about 25k on the clock. I may have to trade my Bonneville for it. Decisions, decisions, decisions. Such is life.Take care and be safe. VAUGHN

[@davemcvey]

Dude..real dirty windshield!!?

[@1americanfrmsocal529]

How did that front Shield work out looks like it has a wind tunnel in the middle of it RIDE ON

[@johnbrink7954]

The idea was to shield the wind, but give you unobstructed vision through the middle

[@dennism103]

Those are excellent bikes

[@markslivka3806]

Amazing Bike

[@dennism103]

Bmw are a serious contender no question. I prefer only hd bmw & triumphs...

[@patriotbiker2594]

More then likely the warning light is for the abs malfunctioning.

[@philemon1442]

I second Zach on the words of wisdom brother. Keep your head screwed on with always continuing with the things of the LORD!

[@Alex-ei6qr]

haha, Ave Satanas for the real truth

[@rvail136]

This is the only BMR I've ever wanted to have. I used to live in Neward DE and rode my old Kawa Vulcan 750 (fairing & Bags) all around there.

[@davemcvey]

I've got one for sale..low miles for ya..in Indianapolis.

[@rvail136]

@@davemcvey one what?

[@rvail136]

@@davemcvey how much?

[@davemcvey]

@@rvail136 Sorry, lost the string...I have an R1200CL in Indy. $5,250

[@rvail136]

@@davemcvey it will be a couple of months before I can afford that but I am very interested

[@nescifu1845]

By the way. you don't have to use your foot to break. Breaks are linked, so use your right hand to stop

[@johna6968]

I don't recall seeing these in the UK, thankfully

[@jamesnelson5741]

I found a 1977 Honda CB400a hondamatic for sale for $500.00. It has 8350 miles on it, driving by his wife for commuting to work and looks like it is in great shape. The ad says the igition failed and might have something to do with the CD box. What exactly is the CD box and would it be worth purchasing for someone to is just starting to ride?

[@dennism103]

I use to be a bmw guy now i ride a hd road king, i prefer hd due to btr dealer network. I think hd are more expensive then bmw...

[@fred_e]

This is very true. I only have a few BMW dealers in my state that I can use to fix my bike.

[@dennism103]

U can get those worth the money

[@BogdanPaun1976]

This model is 2003, the K1600 GTL was introduced in 2012

[@MrChristianbass2170]

It’s 61 HP

[@tipturkey1283]

RT 1200 has about 110hp and 120nm torque lol, don't know where the 50hp came from

[@dennism103]

Hd guys seem to respect BMW's...

[@markslivka3806]

Did you say goofy ? How big if a boy are you any how ?

[@tomwagner6334]

Bikes and Beards 😂 chirp

[@jamescorbin7948]

we don't need the religious quotes from the Bible. if you believe in that stuff that's great but you don't really need to post it on your reviews

[@kinderutz]

Am I the only one who skips the "words if wisdom" part? 🤮

[@georgek5546]

nope

[@Sleepycatcreations]

Yes you are 😂

[@dennism103]

Most bmw riders are very arrogant from my experience, harley ppl are much more humble imo...

[@jamesbonanno3359]

That's a mighty fine stereotype you got going there.

[@Dave-wg1hz]

The snob factor isn't beholden to any particular brand. Tribal pinheads come in all shapes, sizes and allegiances. There's a reason why you don't see motorcycles parked in front of a therapist's office. Maybe behind, but never in front. Wind therapy is good for the soul. It cannot be overstated.