(05-04-2026, 12:10 PM)Grumpy Goat Wrote: Definitely the RS can easily shoot up in price to $30k after adding the various options. Still a great bike but too pricey for me, especially compared to the competition.
Yeah - especially if you already have a reliable version in the 2016 model.
Let's see - 2026 R1300 RS or 2016 R1200RS with Tractive suspension and new tires.., for 10% of the price of the new bike....
That said, I still need to get back to the dealership this week and get the new sheet steel frame on the road to see what it feels like in some bumpy turns, though of course the stock suspension - as good as it is with re-engineered fork and rear subframe - might limit any direct comparison with my 2023 and my recollection of the 2016.
"A good man always knows his limitations...."