Hello from, well... Currently High Peak

[3narf]

Hi

(I posted a similar message on BM Bikes forum).

I'm going to be commuting 150 miles a day and I've decided I want an R1200S. I know all the press say the 1100 is a better bike but I just prefer the 12...

I just have a couple of questions; should I post them here or over in tech forums?

Ta, Andy

[3narf]

Sorry, I forgot to say I'm moving to Cirencester in July. Anyone else live round that area?

[andy griff]

Welcome,

what press would that be ?

Truth is, both are great bikes. I have owned both. The 1100 is a solid bike with good performance and a very good riding position. It also has good pillion seat and very good luggage capabilities.

For solo use the 1200 is quicker and lighter with a slightly more sporty riding position. I can still do a 250 mile day with comfort.
I also average more miles to the fuel light coming on with the 1200.

Good luck with the search

[eyore]

Hi and welcome, I have also owned both and oddly enough a 12 before an 11. I'd definitely prefer an R11S for commuting and touring.

[Herb]

The press loved the 1200. It was the buying public who didn't.

[Blackal]

Stevie Wonder loved the 1200. It was the buying public who didn't.

Might be more accurate........

Don't forget the R1200r - most do.

Al

[boxerscott]

Hi

(I posted a similar message on BM Bikes forum).

I'm going to be commuting 150 miles a day and I've decided I want an R1200S. I know all the press say the 1100 is a better bike but I just prefer the 12...

I just have a couple of questions; should I post them here or over in tech forums?

Ta, Andy

Hi Andy, welcome, just to clear things up here are you sure it is not a TLR1000 you are hunkering for? If not then I am sure you will get helpful suggestions posted by all.

[3narf]

Hi

(I posted a similar message on BM Bikes forum).

I'm going to be commuting 150 miles a day and I've decided I want an R1200S. I know all the press say the 1100 is a better bike but I just prefer the 12...

I just have a couple of questions; should I post them here or over in tech forums?

Ta, Andy

Hi Andy, welcome, just to clear things up here are you sure it is not a TLR1000 you are hunkering for? If not then I am sure you will get helpful suggestions posted by all.

God, no! Why would you say that?

Maybe if I had a yacht and needed something to which to anchor it.

I had a jap bike once! Forever leaking oil on my drive, it were, and refusing to start. Never again. No wonder the Japanese bike industry collapsed! Oh, err... Hang on...

[andy griff]

3narf,

this forum always welcomes those with a sense of humour - come aboard.

[3narf]

3narf,

this forum always welcomes those with a sense of humour - come aboard.

I WAS BEING SERIOUS

[eyore]

3narf,

this forum always welcomes those with a sense of humour - come aboard.

I WAS BEING SERIOUS

About a TL.,some people love them

[andy griff]

http://www.boxertrix.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=20442

Yes, some people not very far away love 'em.

3narf - you know what they say about first impressions

[3narf]

http://www.boxertrix.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=20442

Yes, some people not very far away love 'em.

3narf - you know what they say about first impressions

I'll get me coat...

[eyore]

http://www.boxertrix.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=20442

Yes, some people not very far away love 'em.

3narf - you know what they say about first impressions

I'll get me coat...

Pick up my coat too please while you are at it, I agree wholeheartedly, the TL is like an ugly child that only a mother could love.

[3narf]

I looked at another 12S yesterday, very clean!