Misadventure on BMW R1150R. What was I thinking? | Wheel Stories

Wheel Stories rides the BMW R1150R into the Idaho desert looking for misadventure on the last ride of 2020.
Wheel Stories Camera Gear:
Action Cameras - GoPro Hero 7 Black
Point & Shoot Camera - Canon G7X
DSLR Camera - Nikon D5300
DSLR Lenses - Nikon AF-P DX 18-55mm Zoom
External Microphone - Rode Video Micro
Bike Mount - Pedco Ultra Clamp
Helmet Mount - GoPro
Tripod - Joby GorillaPod
Music from KZbin Audio Library:
Away - Patrick Patrikios
Beach Brazil - TrackTribe
Wehrmut - God Mode
Interstellar Mood - Niko Staf
Dreamer - DivKid
No. 4 Piano Journey - Esther Abrami
Just Dance - Patrick Patrikios
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[@OzBloke]

19 deg C - works for me 😎

[@grantnoble9978]

I was clenching until your parked it! Relieved the finish on your lovely R1150R is intact. Hey what a view! Surreal and amazing. So love watching your stories. Thank you!

[@WheelStories]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks. The desert landscape is nice on a clear day. I am piecing together Part 2 of the ride video and hope to post it to Wheel Stories in the next few weeks. I stayed on the bike until sunset after getting turned around at the volcanic butte. More cool scenery on tap.

[@sueannadams9440]

I love your adventures, and so glad I found your channel. We loved riding along the snake river last year, and hope to do more of it in September; Glacier National Park and more of Montana and Idaho. Keep riding my friend.

[@WheelStories]

Awesome! Thank you! After getting turned around at the volcanic butte I headed to the Snake River canyon at Swan Falls for more scenery. I will include that in Part 2 of my ride video which I intend to post in a few weeks. Thanks for watching.

[@punjabimerican]

Beautiful views as always!

[@WheelStories]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed the video. Stay tuned. Hoping to post Part 2 of the ride video in the next few weeks.

[@niallmatthews2801]

Great to see another video, I just bought a 2003 R1150R, looking forward to running it through the wet winter here in Ireland

[@WheelStories]

Excellent. Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for watching. I will be releasing Part 2 of the ride video in a few weeks. After getting turned around on the dirt road, I continued riding until sunset.

[@drgreen1983]

do you still enjoy your bike?

[@dr.bonesrey]

Excelente video. Gran aventura. Bellos paisajes, gran moto.

[@WheelStories]

Me alegra que hayas disfrutado del video. La motocicleta es divertida de conducir en aventuras.

[@ragnarreiner]

Top video with the wonderful R 1150 r ❤️

[@WheelStories]

Thanks ✌️ I will be posting Part 2 of the ride soon, within the next few weeks. After getting the bike turned around I road until sunset.

[@Jonnyb1925]

Glad you got that thing turned around. There is nothing worse than "I can make it through here, no problem" then you get a little further up the way, and find that you have a problem. haha Thanks for sharing!

[@WheelStories]

Very true! The road isn't bad until you start rounding up behind the butte. Then it gets very rocky, rutted and too much for the R1150R. Thanks for watching.

[@gabrielalvarez2509]

Ohhh gran ruta , excelente video y me encantan las motos de tu garaje ✌🏍🛵

[@WheelStories]

Disfruto de mis motos y comparto los videos. Gracias.

[@lugge1540]

Hello Wheel Stories, that was an exciting ride, I'm happy that you are safe at home again. many Greetings

[@WheelStories]

Thank you very much! I continued riding until sunset that day with several more stops. I intend to post a second video, Part 2, in the next few weeks. Be on the lookout. Thanks for watching.

[@7452]

Great video!

[@WheelStories]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@christophepoteaux3932]

Always great to see your video pop on my notifications. Another awesome adventure. I've taken my 1150 Rockster on dirt and gravel road. I just have to remember my ground clearance and no bash plate.😁 I like you jacket. What brand is it?

[@WheelStories]

True. Ground clearance is the issue. The BMW GS stands much higher than the R1150R. The jacket is made by Cortech, I believe. I might have misspelled the brand. I've had it for years. It's my cool weather riding jacket. Features padding and a warm liner that zips in and out.

[@punjabimerican]

Looks like you got a nice workout!

[@WheelStories]

I needed it. I've been spending too much time at home sitting behind a computer. The climb and getting the bike turned around was good exercise.

[@jinny44]

I think that 'road' was a lot rougher and constricted than it appeared. I kept watching, thinking how I'd maneuver my 700# sport tourer in that situation. Thanks for sharing.

[@WheelStories]

Yes it was. Some big rocks that could do damage to the underbelly of my bike if I didn't slalom through them carefully. I scraped one shortly before stopping. Thanks for watching.

[@AlainKelleter]

Ok the R1250R is not a GS but despite the difficulties you did well ! Thank you very much for the pictures and the excellent choice of the soundtrack. Ride safe and see you soon.

[@WheelStories]

Many thanks!

[@drugmile332]

i just love my R1150R

[@WheelStories]

It is a good bike.

[@drugmile332]

@@WheelStories I always ride my bike with turing tyres. Last time, i change that tradition and put bridgestone adventure tyres like GS have. I cant belive how diferent is... like i ride some other motorcycle. Same filing on road, but much much better offroad.All the best.

[@davidbones8947]

Great job always enjoy your videos I've been thinking of getting a r1150r it does just fine off road maybe some 80/20 tiers adventure motorcycles are what you are riding looking back a bunch of years guys used to ride rigid frame motorcycles across the country don't think you have to go out and buy a specialized bike just go for it be safe and shiny side up greetings from Oregon

[@WheelStories]

Glad you appreciate the videos. I love riding in Oregon. Many great roads. Thanks for watching.

[@joachimluhnen6068]

Very impressive landscape, maybe you should think about a GS .. ;-)

[@WheelStories]

Maybe one day! I enjoy getting off the highway, into the mountains and wilderness. I think I'd be looking at one of the smaller all terrain motorcycles. Something light. Thanks for watching.

[@joachimluhnen6068]

@@WheelStories I've heard a lot of positive things about the Royal Enfield Himalayan. Robust, "decelerating" and somehow personable. May be a good third-bike. Have a nice winter break!

[@WheelStories]

I've seen the Himalayan at some bike shows and follow a KZbin channel called Itchy Boots. Female rider who travels the globe on an Himalayan. Looks like a fun bike.

[@a.k1311]

Can you do a walk around yr bike .., paniers etc..?

[@WheelStories]

Good idea. When I find some time I'll wipe off the dirt that I've accumulated on the bike and do a walk around explainer. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@katzsteel]

This reminded me just a bit of the “Long way” bike series with Ewan Mcgregor and crew and their BMW’s. They’ve produced 3 now. Have you seen them?. I think you’d enjoy them while your not riding in the winter. Bing worthy for sure!

[@WheelStories]

Yes. The Long Way Round inspired me to start my KZbin Channel. I've seen all three in the series. Just finished watching the the Long Way Up. I'd like to know more about the behind the scenes part of the journey. Keeping the electric bikes and pickups charged and running, I'd assume, was a bigger challenge than we may know. I wouldn't be shocked if they were packing a generator in one of the support vehicles. I found it interesting the Claudio, the cameraman, I think that's his name, was riding and HD Sportster. There's an untold story. Thanks for watching.

[@katzsteel]

@@WheelStories I finished that series in a few nights. Very interesting and kudos to them for trying something that really isn’t ready yet for real world travel. Harley did a great job on the bikes though. I was thinking, why not just have connected trailers that the bikes would pull behind that would provide more juice and add more mileage capabilities. I just finished watching the first one, long way around, and that looked challenging to say the least through China and Russia. All of them were so well done. Kinda sad that I watched them all.

[@greggartrell7790]

hi, nice videos...so nice i just bought a 2004, r1150r. too much wind and buffeting at 75 mph. mu bike has the cee bailet screen on it and it is not a tall screen. any ideas how to calm the wind and noise or is it just fine at 75MPH with NO windscreen? thanks.

[@WheelStories]

I have a mid height screen made by BMW and another small screen made by Givi. Both do a decent job of deflecting the major blast from my chest. But they do not eliminate the wind and noise entirely. I'm okay with that. I like a little wind.

[@motomalaya3043]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year🎉

[@WheelStories]

Yes, indeed. Happy holidays!

[@malcolmmathers2690]

i bit the bullet and got new shockers for my r bike wink.// they are 20 years old and the orig shockers seen better days cheers mate

[@WheelStories]

I've been thinking I may need to do the same sometime soon. Thanks for watching.

[@alainbedard4578]

Nice ride ! Again Tks for sharing!! Really enjoyed « part 2 » Very fun !! .......a fish on that volcano????? How’s that’s possible?!!!🤪😂🤣🤣😂 I have the same moto black 2002 r1150r BMW, do you how can I boost my battery pls? Some tips to fix it pls? Simple...😱pls. Maybe can you make another small technical video because the battery is under the tank and I’m not strong enough in mechanics. Tks

[@WheelStories]

I may do a few more technical videos as I prepare my bikes for riding in the spring. If I need to replace a battery, I can put together a little video. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@cancerskryptonite]

Do you have any suggestions on where to get a kit to rewire a R1150r with quality stuff? 😊

[@WheelStories]

You might check with beemerboneyard.com. You may have to keep an eye on the site as used gear comes and goes, sometimes quickly. Hopefully they can help.

[@bulamalaya]

I just noticed that your handle bar has a little more rise on them, and looks more comfortable. Is it an aftermarket handlebar that you had installed?

[@WheelStories]

They're the standard bars, I believe. I have handlebar risers on my black BMW R1150R featured in some of my other videos. But the bars, as far as I can tell, are the same. The risers make the bars about an inch higher.

[@couga861900]

Do have an idea where to get those side panniers?

[@WheelStories]

The saddlebags are from BMW and designed for the bike. I don't know if BMW still offers the panniers as the bike is an older model. I bought one pair of saddlebags used. Found them on Craigslist.

[@bmwdave52]

Since the Roadster is half a GS to begin with I knew you could make it out. I have taken my Roadster up similar dirt roads and survived. However, sometimes the pucker factor can be very high.

[@WheelStories]

I wouldn't mind owning an ADV bike for more dirt travel. Maybe a 650 to 900 in size. There are lots of dirt roads and scenic mountain areas here in Idaho that would be fun to explore. Down the road maybe. Thanks for watching.

[@mickcook9277]

@@WheelStories Grab a DR 6fiddy for that riding Mr. Stories.

[@WheelStories]

That's a good idea. Something taller, lighter and outfitted with knobby tires.

[@ersantuncay7377]

What's about your black BMW, is this one new?

[@WheelStories]

I still have the black BMW. This one is a 2004 that I picked up off Craigslist. Was cheaply priced. One of them may become a donor bike in the future to keep the other running. I have a full set of spare parts with two of them in the garage. Thanks for watching.

[@brunomacron8021]

great videos ! I'm considering trading my varadero for an R1150R, good idea ? I love the look of the beemer , is it reliable ? thanks for the tips, cheers ! Bruno ( France)

[@WheelStories]

Like any motorcycle, the BMW R1150R has a few quirks. The ABS model is noted for having issues with the pressure module. Mine failed and I converted the bike to a traditional braking system, eliminating the ABS feature. Repairing or replacing the ABS module is expensive. I've heard of final drive issues but I've not encountered any problems. Otherwise, a very reliable bike. The BMW oil head twin engine is solidly built. I love the motorcycle.

[@brunomacron8021]

@@WheelStories thanks for answering..I'll keep that in mind..keep filming this beautiful America..

[@johnrocker2986]

Stand and ride the BM will do rough stuff easily!

[@WheelStories]

I've not had too many issues. This road however had some big boulders that were tough to navigate without risking damage to the undercarriage. Was a fun ride, though. Thanks for watching. I will be posting Part 2 of the video in the next few weeks.

[@user-xy5uy9uy4e]

rip lexi

Buddd :) :) :) You'd know better than take her on a dirt road. She's way to heavy for that and the front telescopes aren't long enough. I never leave the paved road with my Brunhild.

[@WheelStories]

I've taken the bike on a some level dirt roads but this road became too rocky and rutted in a hurry. My bad. Thanks for watching the posting the comment.

[@santifresnel2320]

lol what are you doing that model wasnt made for that AT ALL :))

[@WheelStories]

The road to the parking area at the bottom of the butte was a piece of cake. I was thinking maybe it's just a normal dirt road the rest of the way up. I was wrong. It became rocky and rutted very quick. Your right. The R1150R wasn't designed for off roading.

[@a.k1311]

Yes its not an gs... but like it anyway!!

[@WheelStories]

I like the roadsters. I looked at buying a GS at one time but found the bike a tad tall for my preference.