(10-26-2021, 06:33 AM)ESquared Wrote: Before I zeroed in on the RS as the "right bike," I did a fair amount of research on the GS line, and there seemed to be general consensus that the rear suspension was subject to wear, tear, water and crud without additional protection.
So, just wondering if anyone here has taken similar steps on the RS. This is an interesting piece, even if the one review notes that it's installed via zip-ties:
https://www.wunderlichamerica.com/BMW_Re...r_Extender
Are there other options that have worked for anyone?
We installed the mudsling on both of our 1200s. It was more of a OCD thing because the white rear spring is hard to clean
If you want to see how it looks I left the mudslings on our old bikes. Our 1200s are at the shop now.
I bought new mudslings for the 1250s.
Peter mentioned you wanted to test ride one of our bikes to see how you fit.
Both of our bikes are stock so the riding position will feel the same as a 1250.
It was a windy ride today but we still noticed several things with the new bikes so don't judge a new 1250 on our 1200s.
The transmission is much better on the 1250. The transmission had some updates in 2017. Our trade-ins are 2016.
Shift Assist is way better on the 1250. I didn't realize it, but Debbie said she stopped using the shift assist on the 1200 because it did not work as well as her previous K1300S. Both of us are happy with the quick shifter on the 1250. Only 180 mile ride home.
The suspension is not as abrupt on the 1250. 58,000 on mine and 55,000 miles on Deb's so the 1200 suspension was probably getting tired.
The 1200s still handled well but sharp bumps were noticeable.
The 1250 engine seems to have less engine clatter. I hope that continues to be true with more miles.
Lee
Iowa, USA
2022 R1250RS White Sport
Past BMWs: 2016 R1200RS x 2, 2011 K1300S x 2, 2003 K1200RS x 2, 1991 K75S x 2, 1987 K75T x 2, 1984 R100RT
Iowa, USA
2022 R1250RS White Sport
Past BMWs: 2016 R1200RS x 2, 2011 K1300S x 2, 2003 K1200RS x 2, 1991 K75S x 2, 1987 K75T x 2, 1984 R100RT