12-30-2023, 07:54 PM
Greetings from New Jerseyl.
I just ordered a 2024 RS and am waiting for it to come in. While I'm waiting, I've been thinking about a few items to add off the bat.
-A smoke or dark shield would look better to me. Probably one that's a bit taller too. Any suggestions (I'm 5'-11" with a 32" inseam)?
-I own a pair of Shad S36 saddle bags and I see that Shad makes mounting hardware for the RS. My biggest complaint about the Shad mounting hardware on my old bike was that it looked bulky with the bags off. Does anyone have this set up on their RS? And what do you think of it, Should I just sell the bags and go with the BMW offerings?
-I see that BMW offers round bars that are a bit wider than the stockers. I see many advantages to round bars, but are they worth the extra cost?
-My bikes have all had rear luggage racks. I like the look and usefulness of a rear rack. Should I go with BMW or an aftermarket piece like GIVI, SW Motech, etc.
-I've been using a magnetic tankbag for years (decades?). Will such a bag work on the RS tank or do I need one with a locking ring?
Also, any suggestions for worthwhile additions are appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Rich
I just ordered a 2024 RS and am waiting for it to come in. While I'm waiting, I've been thinking about a few items to add off the bat.
-A smoke or dark shield would look better to me. Probably one that's a bit taller too. Any suggestions (I'm 5'-11" with a 32" inseam)?
-I own a pair of Shad S36 saddle bags and I see that Shad makes mounting hardware for the RS. My biggest complaint about the Shad mounting hardware on my old bike was that it looked bulky with the bags off. Does anyone have this set up on their RS? And what do you think of it, Should I just sell the bags and go with the BMW offerings?
-I see that BMW offers round bars that are a bit wider than the stockers. I see many advantages to round bars, but are they worth the extra cost?
-My bikes have all had rear luggage racks. I like the look and usefulness of a rear rack. Should I go with BMW or an aftermarket piece like GIVI, SW Motech, etc.
-I've been using a magnetic tankbag for years (decades?). Will such a bag work on the RS tank or do I need one with a locking ring?
Also, any suggestions for worthwhile additions are appreciated.
Thanks in advance,
Rich