Are Sport Tourers coming back in popularity?

[Grumpy Goat]

I believe that if the manufactures would pay more attention to ergonomic versatility in stock form the sport touring segment would grow from that alone. The RS has different seats which is a good option but could they not have one that is adjustable to go along with adjustable handlebars? That would be sweet.

I agree. While I find the RSs seat comfortable (moreso than the Tracer's) I do wish that it had some height adjustment. The Tracer has 2 heights and I have it on the lower height for my 30" inseam. A taller rider could enjoy some additional height. The RS? You have to buy a whole 'nother seat.

Sport touring segment is coming back and BMW needs to get a clue, IMO. Suzuki and Kawasaki both have similar format sport tourers that are significantly cheaper and would probably give the RS a good run in the marketplace.