Living with the BMW R1200RS se 2 years on

Its been 2 years since I became a BMW RS owner, I thought I would share a few interesting discoveries.
#theloftybiker #R1200rs #BMWmotorrad

[@vacoasrebel6729]

Yeah. Nice review, running same screen satnav mount. BMW must have been on dope to run with the bar mount! Also 6' 5'' here and hate the standard screen, absolute CR1P! Tall Givi with MRA flip top and it's absolute magic. No buffeting, and all the recent heavy rain hasn't been an issue and my visor stays clear. I run the R1250RS Exclusive and also a R1200R, I've rode a few R1200RS and other with the 1200 engine. Sorry, but the 1250 is light n day. It's far nicer to run, when I ride the 1200 I notice a lot of negative differences, plus the 1250 uses less fuel! Why the hell didn't someone invent the hill brake years ago? I love it. On the 1250 the cruise control is a great feature.(RT adaptive cruise gizmo was just to OTT for me. NOT keen)

[@Antmanmoto]

That’s what I always do… I had a Kawasaki Versys 650 and I took the screen off and made a custom one that just covered the speedometer plastics. Just so I didn’t look weird. Provided little/no wind protection, and it was soooo much better.

[@theloftybiker3090]

there is an answer to every problem...thanks for watching

[@guymurray3976]

Great review. Just what we need to know about the bike. I note the bike is so good there's no need for many add-ons. Amazed it fits you at 6'5" though. I am 5'9" and it's perfect. It's a really overlooked bike. Maybe just missing the pizzazz of higher HP sports tourers but all the torque is in the right place for road riding. Had an RT and downsized. The RS works just as well for long tours. I like the RS better although I think the semi-active suspension works a tiny bit better on the RT. Might be the change in front suspension though. Commuter, sports, and sports tourer wrapped into one bike. What more could we ask for. Thanks for the review. Keep them coming.

[@theloftybiker3090]

The most underated bike available

[@KevinBecker27606]

I'm so glad I found your channel. I am considering upgrading from my '07 R1200S to a RS and I was interested in the difference between the R1200RS and the R1250RS. I hope to find a 2018 in the states soon.

[@theloftybiker3090]

Great bike

[@smoothlennie]

Great video and a great part of the U.K. I'm impatiently waiting 🤨for my own 2018 R1200 RS to be registered here in the Australian Capital Territory (we stupidly register them depending upon which State or Territory you live in). The dealer under-estimated the time taken to do that, so instead of riding it, I'm watching videos instead. My bike is in exactly the same colour scheme as yours.

[@theloftybiker3090]

It'll be well worth the wait....thanks for watching

[@smoothlennie]

@@theloftybiker3090 She's here and I'll enjoy a ride in a couple of days, even in a Canberra winter which is surprisingly cold!

[@theloftybiker3090]

@@smoothlennie of course as we enter summer you are goining into winter.....keep safe

[@smoothlennie]

@@theloftybiker3090 Thanks mate. Canberra is at an elevation of 2500 ft and gets mostly dry cold, so most Aussies would not live here in winter, however I have no such problem!

[@pjtoms79]

r1200rs de 2016 que du bonheur super moto , a part le passage de 2 en 3 ou j'ai du mal a ne pas entendre le klong j'y arrive mais BMW aurait pu y être plus attentif ,j'ai un r100r de 1992 pas de bruit de boite . J'adore le bruit d origine et le freinage super moto permis moto en 1964

[@theloftybiker3090]

Je donnerais à la moto plus de régimes avant de changer de vitesse de 1 à 2 et de 2 à 3. Ou utilisez l’embrayage....Lofty

[@nicoverduin]

awesome bike.....like the color so much....have a good time with this Beemer TLB...go on mate!!!!

[@theloftybiker3090]

I'm editing the 2023 R1250RS at this very moment...coming soon

[@michaelhastings7441]

Hi Mr lofty i'm looking at purchasing the exact same coloured bike on an 18 plate what do you use to polish the Matt paint please? Best regards Mick

[@theloftybiker3090]

@@michaelhastings7441 you can get mat paint polish, most accessorie shops sell it...the bikes colour is called frozen Bronze...thanks for watching

[@michaelhastings7441]

@@theloftybiker3090 thank you all the best .

[@Bazza47]

I nearly bought an RS in 2015 when they had the lovely lupin blue colour scheme but opted for the GS in the end as I was going to use it for 2 up touring and the wife didn't like the pilion riding position. Nearly 8 years on and having had 3 GS' with the wife no longer wanting to come on the back I quite like the look of the latest sport colour scheme. Now that yiu can get the 1250 with the tubular bars it might just tip me over the edge as at 5'7" the reach with the standard bars is a bit too far as it restricts the view over my shoulders. It is a very over looked bike and the boxer twin really does suit it as a sports tourer, especially if you want to keep a clean licence.

[@theloftybiker3090]

Thanks for watching.......Most underated bike in the BMW catalogue

[@eddiejefferies3659]

I'd be interested to hear how the bike is from the perspective of a pillion.

[@theloftybiker3090]

@@eddiejefferies3659 when I bought it Linny said it was the best pillion bike, far better than Mt Tiger 12 exp...thanks for watching

[@eddiejefferies3659]

@theloftybiker3090 Brilliant. I'm looking at changing my BMW R1200 R Nine T Urban Explorer, for something more pillion friendly.

[@johnelliot4845]

Hi there lofty biker really enjoying watching your video, just a wee question to you, i have been away from bikes for a couple of years, and im in the progress of buying another bike and i really like the BMW 1200RS, what i would like to know is in your opinion, is there enough room on the pack for a pillion passenger for doing a wee bit of touring, your help would be appreciated Thanks

[@johnpercival1186]

It certainly is.........fingers crossed me and her indoors will be on the Pont Aven for a tour of the Picos......videos to follow.....theloftybiker tour of northern Spain 2021

[@749corsa]

Great video mate - thanks! For the Acerbis hand guards, do they work with the factory bar end weights?

[@theloftybiker3090]

From memory I took the bar weiths off...I now have the same guards fitted to my R9T...love em.....thanks for watching

[@inked-96]

Looking at selling my 1200GSA 2019 for either a 1200R or 1200RS. The GSA is not for me but love the boxer and still plan on touring on either of the 2 bikes listed above.

[@theloftybiker3090]

The R is a bike that is ace for 50 weeks and is still a great tourer for the other 2 weeks. The RS is a good 50/50 bike.....thanks for watching

[@robertmccourt131]

hi there where did you get the rear seat mesh light luggage holder?

[@theloftybiker3090]

Ebay ......the seat mesh was very good....stopped the wife sliding forwards ubder braking....can't remember where I got the rack from, but Givi do one now. Sorry not much help.....thanks for watching

[@jorgeantunesclaro4450]

Nice video 👍. How did you do to install the hill assist? Software?

[@theloftybiker3090]

Its a dealer only software fit....thanks for watching

[@jorgeantunesclaro4450]

@@theloftybiker3090 and how much was it?

[@theloftybiker3090]

@@jorgeantunesclaro4450 Its a dealer fit, the price will probably depend on what discounts you recieve.....from memmory around £200

[@jorgeantunesclaro4450]

@@theloftybiker3090 i think is worth it. Being a short guy i think is quite helpfull. I got a list of extras to the bike: panniers, quickshift, raisers but i have one thing missing whitch is the motorcycle itself😅. Waiting for a nice deal

[@theloftybiker3090]

@@jorgeantunesclaro4450 thanks for watching

[@CCitis]

The worst thing about this bike is that there are never any for sale in these parts!

[@theloftybiker3090]

Where are you based Jeremy? Ocean normally a one or two in stock. There are a number of 1250's coming to the market now too

[@CCitis]

@@theloftybiker3090 British Columbia Canada. I can't afford new, so need a used one to pop up.

[@theloftybiker3090]

@@CCitis ace place but so vast.......here in the UK, there is usually a choice of dealers within 50 miles

[@CCitis]

Update, I have had an RS for a little bit now! Enjoying it a lot.

[@petewelsh9978]

I’m seriously considering the RS mainly for 2 up touring with luggage. Do you have any thoughts / feedback on pillion comfort. Happy wife happy life!

[@theloftybiker3090]

The RS is a wonderfull often over looked bike....I would suggest if riding with a pillion is your goal, test ride one with a pillion....The seats are comfy and spacious but it all depends on your and your pillions size ofcourse......Go taest ride one they are ace

[@petewelsh9978]

@@theloftybiker3090 thanks 👍🏻 enjoyed your review - I’m 5’9” my wife is a tiny 5’1” she’s a bit tired of super sport pillion pads 😂

[@theloftybiker3090]

@@petewelsh9978 PMSL the RS is a long way from a sports bike it mega comfy in comparison......

[@vacoasrebel6729]

ps. I forgot :-) What's with that Aussie mudguard effort? It looks like a cheap plastic throw back from a 70's bike designer. Give me a Hugger every day of the week, looks far better and I'd say just as effective. Have you been to Specsavers recently? That thing looks terrible, in my humble opinion!

[@theloftybiker3090]

you pays your money and you takes your pick lol Personally I don't like huggers

[@vacoasrebel6729]

@@theloftybiker3090 I have huggers on two of my 3 Bikes. My RS had the hugger on for quite a few of weeks before some people even noticed it. It alerted two people to the fact that they'd never even noticed the hugger on my 1200R. Sorry, I just don't get it. Huggers get little attention and the right one can do a reasonable job. That Aussie thing might do a job but it's a carbuncle thing in comparison 😭

[@ARC94JonasWenninger]

how did you got that rack on the topcase ?

[@theloftybiker3090]

Its a Wunderlich one

[@filippoavellino2499]

Thanks for the vid TLB, nice roads! Own the same bike, same colour, sport seat, and love it. Thinking of changing the screen, to be rid of the noise around the helmet - I´m 6´3" - but there are so many options, I don´t really know what to go for. Found a good 2nd hand Vario topcase (off of a F850), it fits the oem rack perfectly and is a lot more versatile than the 28 litre one. Question, any issues with the LeoVince? Remap? Special air filter? Does it do anything other than sound? I happen to like the oem exhaust note... Thanks again for sharing your experience. Cheers!

[@theloftybiker3090]

A totally sorted bike, very underestimated. The Leo Vinchi is the shorter one and very loud. No problems

[@anton5749]

Coming from a ktm the quick shifter on the Gs is s**t - especially from second to third.

[@theloftybiker3090]

It's because of the direct drive from the shaft. Go faster before you use it. When I'm feeling sporty I can quick shift foe every change. The Clutch and quick shifter, ie when to use or not to use will come with the milage! Because there is so much low down grunt, it's not needed. You get thant needle spinning up around 6/7k the shifter smmoths out lovely

[@anton5749]

@@theloftybiker3090 thanks, that’s good advice. I’ve a lot to learn on this bike.

[@johnpercival1186]

@@anton5749 Hiya Tony Nice to meet up today. I think the mobile number you gave me I have copied incorrectly it won't send. If you send a friend request on Facebook I'll send you my mobile by messenger 😉

[@anton5749]

@@johnpercival1186 I sent a message on Instagram. Couldn’t find you on fb

[@favoriteblueshirt]

It wasn't very difficult to work out your reg no. HKY994G

[@jorgeantunesclaro4450]

Nice video 👍. How did you do to install the hill assist? Software?

[@theloftybiker3090]

It's a software upgrade, dealership fit only....thanks for watching