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Hello from, well... Currently High Peak

Postby 3narf » Thu Jun 18, 2015 5:47 pm

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

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Postby 3narf » Thu Jun 18, 2015 6:38 pm

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

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Postby andy griff » Thu Jun 18, 2015 7:55 pm

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

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Postby eyore » Thu Jun 18, 2015 8:13 pm

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.
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Postby Herb » Thu Jun 18, 2015 8:17 pm

The press loved the 1200. It was the buying public who didn't.
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Postby Blackal » Thu Jun 18, 2015 8:21 pm

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


Might be more accurate........ :wink:

Don't forget the R1200r - most do.

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Re: Hello from, well... Currently High Peak

Postby boxerscott » Thu Jun 18, 2015 10:23 pm

3narf wrote: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? :wink: If not then I am sure you will get helpful suggestions posted by all.
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Re: Hello from, well... Currently High Peak

Postby 3narf » Fri Jun 19, 2015 8:42 am

boxerscott wrote:
3narf wrote: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? :wink: If not then I am sure you will get helpful suggestions posted by all.


:o 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...

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Postby andy griff » Fri Jun 19, 2015 10:52 am

3narf,

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

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Postby 3narf » Fri Jun 19, 2015 4:09 pm

andy griff wrote:3narf,

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


:x I WAS BEING SERIOUS








:lol:

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Postby eyore » Fri Jun 19, 2015 5:44 pm

3narf wrote:
andy griff wrote:3narf,

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


:x I WAS BEING SERIOUS








:lol:


About a TL.,some people love them :shock:
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Postby andy griff » Fri Jun 19, 2015 5:59 pm

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 :lol:

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Postby 3narf » Sat Jun 20, 2015 11:31 am

andy griff wrote: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 :lol:


:oops: I'll get me coat...

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Postby eyore » Sat Jun 20, 2015 12:29 pm

3narf wrote:
andy griff wrote: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 :lol:


:oops: 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. :lol:
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Postby 3narf » Sun Jun 21, 2015 1:41 pm

:wink:


I looked at another 12S yesterday, very clean!


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