2026 BMW R1300R ... beautiful or ?? What might the RS look like?

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The bags are smaller. The current generation bags are 30 and 31 liters.

"For touring, the new BMW R 1300 R can be fitted with a newly developed case system and case holders from the BMW Motorrad Original Accessories range, or with preparation for the luggage system as part of the Comfort Package. The cases, which have a capacity of 26 and 29 litres respectively, are electrified and can be unlocked using the central locking system. They also both feature interior lighting, and the left-hand case includes a USB-C charging port.
The tank bag is also new and, for the first time, completely strapless. It attaches to the bike via a tank ring."

I call that a step in the right direction, if the new bags are narrower. My wife and I currently tour using nice narrow 22 litre panniers (and a waterproof roll on the back), which means we can filter through European traffic jams of 10+ miles without problems.