New Member Introductions » Hi from N Yorkshire, UK

I have just collected my black R1250RS after part-exchanging a R1250GS. Early days but definitely nicer to ride than the GS although I suspect not quite as comfortable for long tours.

Welcome! You would be surprised at the capability as a tourer. I did 2 weeks around Europe earlier this month.

I seem to be in a minority but worst feature in my view is the 18 litre tank giving a limited range. Gearing is slightly higher than the GS (20 litre tank). Motorway cruising at circa a true 75 mph will likely give you 240 miles when fully laden but a reliable 250 miles range allowing you to look for a PFS at 225 miles would be an improvement.

May I suggest two "must does":

If you have electronic suspension fit a Mudslinger
Fit cylinder head guards

Chris

P.S. Whereabouts are you in N. Yorks?

welcome the 2 issues for me and I am 6ft 3ins (well was but may now be shrinking with old age) was that I needed the sport seat which meant that bar risers made the bike more comfortable for me. The other was the screen and am very happy with the MRA vario x creen which has really improved the buffeting and wind protection.

enjoy your ride

Graham

Thanks for the welcome. X-Heads and mudsling already ordered! Due to arrive tomorrow. As I'm only 5"6" I don't have the seat problem but I have found that my neck aches a bit from having to look up more - hopefully I will get used to this though. I've not noticed any buffeting but the screen is definitely noisy, certainly much more so than the GS.