I find your channel very relaxing to watch. You have a certain calmness about you the world really needs in these hectic times. And I love the german backroads. Two thumbs up for those things haha. I bought a F900R a month ago partly because of your review of it. Mine is still pending for production. I guess ill have to be patient. Mit freundlichen gruessen aus den Niederlanden. Und geniess dein neues motorrad!!! Roland
My first street bike new 1975 Kawasaki H1 500, I've had every top big bores Kawasaki's since now 2008 ZX-14 turbocharged is feeling little old, am going for comfort with new 2020 KTM 1290 Super Duke R. Just hoping aftermarket with come out with fly screen.
I am young brave stupid and inmature but thankful with life because mu first bike was a DualPurpose generic chinese crap Alessia Risky 200cc but as soon I learned to ryde I notice my crapy bike was better than naked, sport, custom, cafe racers by the simply reazon 21" 18" and the 30cm from skidplate to the floor (I am shorty 1.70mts) so as a daily bike it performs very well on the stops and bumps where my fellow ryders stop or low speed I can mantain my own also in rain days everything was easy and the plus I became in a tremendous pilot by the simple reazon the bike came with segment bite wheels like enduro or motocross bikes so with that thiny surface of contact with the concrete and the oiled floors of Mexico City I became a very sharped ryder well 4 years have past since that first ride and right now I know the best bike ever made is a BMW but no the one you are thinking GS is a joke(In that case better a Multistrada or Adventure R) the real deal to me is the RT1250 and may you say why? There's no off road capacity is a heavy bike dosen't fit in urban traffic well as Bruce have sayed *our needs and interests change as we get older* and that is the point yes I only have 25 years old but already have understand that comfort safty and long range capacity are the esence of ryde a bike and to be honest even when my country haven't such great autobhans or nice streets to be honest the BMW can with all so right know in my mind is to have a brand new generic chinese dual purpose bike as a commuter and have the RT12T0 as a weekend and long trips bike or even better as only one bike I was on BMW dealership yesterday and ryde the F900R K1600 Grand America and RT1250 and I only can say wow RT is the perfect balance between HP, Torque, Weight and Range also a lot of luggage(yes is better than Grand America because is 85kg lighter have 4 cylinders less, 140km more of range and cost 35%less) so I love dual purpose but GT is the real deal next week I'll head to dealership to pick up my own RT1250 wirh all the aftermarket personalitation gadgets and accesories BMW offer
What a happy day for you and thank you for sharing. You may recall that I own the Tracer 900GT but i can fully understand why you went for this BMW. As a BMW car fanboy, I think it would look great in my garage. But as I said before, the CP3 makes up for all the quirks of the Yamaha. BMW have themselves a winner here and I suspect it may just become their best seller shortly. I look forward to watching your future videos on this bike. Thanks from the UK and stay safe.
I really feel you with your decision and i think it is a prove of a solid character that you step away from that beast. some might disagree and they always want more, but the truth is you better get what you need right now and fits your circumstances. there is nothing wrong changing to a more settled down bike. I mean there will be times you run wild and you longing for more power and something challenging, but in the end finding the middle road to all of that is the goal you got to aim for. it really seems that you hit the mark right there and iam very happy for you - stay safe on your new bike.
I completely get it. Right bike at the right time. I am a middle aged man who just did the complete opposite but for the same reason. I went from Harley Davidson's to full blow hypernakeds and super sport bikes. Every day is a good day, when you can be out on two wheels!!!! Ride safe.
Nice video. I've been thinking of upgrading my MT-07 to a Tracer 900 but now with this bike out, it's definitely tempting me. Tracer 900 has quite a few downsides I've noted such as small bags, small load capacity, small display, passenger pegs too close to rider pegs... And now the F900XR seems to have all these done right, although with a bit higher price tag.
The tracer 900 may feel like it has less torque than the -07 remember the twin has bigger pistons despite the capacity increase. There will be more torque once up in the higher revs the -09 is a very different engine vs the -07
Horses for courses - and as you say, it is the right bike at the right time. That's it, right there. My kids are all grown now, my youngest is graduating high school. I love seeing your son pop in. Great stuff. Stay safe!
Great choice Scott. Thanks for sharing your special experience of picking up the new bike. I doubt if I could have strung two sentences together in the same situation. Enjoy!
I've owned several motorcycles ,but converted to BMW's in 2014 and just became hooked on them . It seems as though they spend a lot of time making the riders position ideal. Also everything is so precise . Controls, suspension and handling.
Congratulations on your new bike, very smart. I have a feeling BMW is going to sell a lot of these. Actually my money was on you getting a SuperDuke GT but I guess the BMW TFT was better. This 900 XR looks a bit like the Honda AT from the front. Anyway enjoy. Your kid is a smart guy.
Great that you included your son in the video and didn't edit it out! Thanks for the great reviews, because of what I had seen in June I wound up buying the F900XR in Metallic Gold and I am LOVING IT! Keep up the great work!
Did you look at the Tracer too? I was just given a great price for the Tracer and have a couple buddy's that love theirs. I'm checking out this BMR XR too. Hmmmm
Thanks for a lovely video as always... and your son is so cute!!! I tested F900R (roadster) for an hour last week and found it very fun but only negative was its quick shifter... obviously that of my 790 ADV is much better. Also I had a difficulty in putting into neutral. Didn't it happen to you? Anyway, enjoy the ride! My all touring plans for April were cancelled because of the virus... I hope it will end without a massive outbreak.
Makes totally sense, and I like that bike, too. I really like your videos and it’s cool to see a nice youtuber from that part of germany. I grew up in Niedersachsen. Have a safe ride.
Congratulations! SO happy for you. I had a S1000RR, R1200RT and a R NineT Racer, all of them are gone as of last week. Time for a new bike! Considered the R1250RS (too heavy), 1000XR (too powerful/expensive) and the 900XR, after seeing your review, I think I will end up with the exact bike you did (Red 900XR). I'm turning 60 this summer, hopefully I can have it by then. All the best. Triple
Nice choice, I’ve had a number of R1200GS for years but just recently dropped down to a F750GS although with the current health situation not really had a chance to get out. On the issue of the tyres, I’ve been riding for forty plus years, in the past tyre manufacturers used a waxy coating to make it easier to get the tyres out of the mould, this left a residue on the tyres that needed to be “scrubbed off.” As bikers we often talk about scrubbing in new tyres but that process stopped many years ago and we really don’t need to carry on that practice. Enjoy your vids look forward to the next 👍
Residue coatings are a thing of the past but that is not why tire manufactures still recommend a "scrub" period of 50 to 100 miles. Watch the video below from Motorcyclist Magazine and they will tell you all the reason why you need to do so. 👍👍 ua-cam.com/video/muP8nZ6-tXE/v-deo.html
Thank you. Your choice is super interesting to me. All the same things are important to me. Looking forward to your follow ups. And what a cute kid!!! LOL!
Great video, I have this bike on loan from my BMW dealership while I wait for delivery of my R1250GS. Initially when I seen it I was not overly impressed but now I have it a week wow! Amazing bike! Love the engine sound, the torque is perfect, amazing stability and confidence inspiring around bends, TFT is amazing, with very useful SatNav, heated grips best I've used, it's just the perfect bike, if I didn't have my GS ordered I'd buy one!
I bought a new -2 -me KTM 1290 based on your long-term review of your own, and the Duke 2.0 review that you've done previously! Great content and enjoy your new ride!
Why cause you love bikes and made the right choice, and good timing congrats. I had a superduke I loved it but it’s just one those bikes that didn’t like to go slowly. It was like a dog always pulling at the leash and never heeling.
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@@comedicsketches read the Bible. If you read the book of John with an open heart and an open mind you will come to the knowledge of Our Savior Jesus Christ. He died for you and he died for me, all you have to do is believe in him for your sins to be forgiven.
@@comedicsketches the Quran has no miracles in it. The prophet Muhammad believed for most of the time that he was writing the Quran that it was the Devil Himself that was giving him the words to write down. That was in fact correct. The Koran is the devil's response to Christ's finished work on the cross; the devil wants to lure people away from the only path to Salvation and the Koran is the result. You have not read the Bible. You are a liar just like your father, the devil. Who is the liar? The liar is he who says that Jesus Christ is not the Savior.
Got my fx900r 3 weeks ago and love it just wish we weren’t locked down and the TT wasn’t cancelled. I tested the Tracer and great bike and engine but I liked the feel on this bike in the showroom before I even rode it. It’s enough for me and sporty enough. The decider foe me was the feel of the build quality, but the tracer is a top bike. Personal choice and nice to have an option as before the tracer had no real competition imo
I like your mic sound, so clean and without any noise. I use gopro with mic adapter, but it makes a terrible noise. It looks like you are using external recording device, cause you don't have any wires around you gopro. Would you be able to share more about your vbloging setup? Thanks
Hi Paul, Two different bikes with two totally different personalities. The 1000 is a sport bike (from S1000RR) turned into a sport/touring bike and it feels like it, like a dog on leash always pulling, barking, running...etc. The 900 is just the opposite of that, it was designed from the start to be a sport/tour 50/50, the 1000 is more like 80/20 with the 80 being serious sport...and the motor, 160hp, just does not work in a sport/tour bike (imho) ...and it's buzzy at certain RPM's. Don't get me wrong about the motor, I love it in the S1000RR and S1000R, two great bikes! The 900 is smooth all the way through the rev range, well it gets buzzy at the top end but any bike will for that matter. But if you want a sport/tour with a heavy lean towards sport, get the 1000XR, if not then get the 900XR. So I took my own advice and got the 900XR 😁. If I were you, take them both out and see what personality fits you, that is the best thing to do. 👍 Ride safe, Scott
@@NothingToProve Appreciate the in depth reply Scott. Looks like I'll have to try both as I'm probably looking for a similar ride to your 900 in that case. Cheers and stay safe.
Sport adventure touring das ist am bestte mottorrad.Ich habe 2019 suzuki v strom 650 xt und ich denke das ist sehr gut.Viele Grüße aus Bulgaria.Ich wünsche Ihnen viele störungsfreie Kilometer, gefüllt mit schönen Emotionen.
I have been thinking of trading mine(1290 Super Duke R) in for something lighter, maybe a 790 Duke. I can't quite bring myself to do it. Every time I take it out, and roll on the throttle I am hooked all over again. Thing is, as you get older, power isn't the issue, the weight is. I just am not a strong as I once was. Moving a heavy bike around the garage or worrying about having to pick it up if it tips over has me thinking at my stage of life the bike needs to be lighter. As far as an everyday rider, I have never owned a bike with a fairing. The bike I commuted on before I retired was a Speed Triple. 120 mile round trip to and from Seattle. I put a lot of miles on that bike along with several others over the years. I think the windshield is maybe what you are used to. One reason I bought the Super Duke was actually comfort. The extra seat to peg distance makes a difference for my old knees. There is about an inch more there than on the Triumph. So when my Super Duke goes it will be for a bike at least 50 pounds lighter, but hopefully enough power and performance to keep me happy.
The reviews on s1000xr say that it is not as aggressive as it used to be also the vibes are almost not there....congratulations on your new bike though ..safe miles👌
For those with Super Dukes. You can relax them. You have a position to move your bars back on the triple. For weekend rides/ highway riding get a small windscreen. Also for the trip, SW Motech makes saddle, tail, and tank bags. Might as well do heated grips as well. As far as smoothing the power now and again? Rain mode. This bike can do it all. All that said, nothing wrong with getting to know a new bike. Hope you enjoy it.
Thank you Sapa, I loved my SDR but do I miss it, the interesting part is...no, I have to ask myself why? Just like an old girl friend that you once loved, do you miss her? If not then why? A lot of times in life we pick girl friends based on our current stage in life (is she fun, exciting, a blast to be with or she is my life long companion that I want to share every moment with for the rest of my life), the same is often true with motorcycles. 😁👍 Ride safe & enjoy the ride, Scott
Great. Thanks for sharing. I have a new Speed Twin, which is a great bike. I can see how this is a great all rounder though. Perhaps better than the Tiger 900, especially if one is not keen on Triples. This BMW is definitely becoming a bike of interest, for the same reasons you gave. Ride safe. 👍
Congratulations on the new Bike! Superb review and content as always - easily the most enjoyable and informative on the net. Feels like having a good friend having a chat and offering comments about their perceptions. Very interested how you get on with it in the future, as this bike is one of three I'm considering as a returning rider; the others being the GS/GSA or the RT. The GS/GSA are very tall given their off road suspension/ride height compromises; but unpaved roads are all I would do as regards 'off road" which seems a waste of their abilities and at a price of weight and bulk, and the RT lacks a little versatility and would be very expensive to inadvertently drop with all the plastic fairing parts. As an all rounder, and with the latest tech, the F900XR looks to be a superb choice. And if it could handle the odd unexpected/unplanned unpaved road on a longer trip, it might just be the right bike for me. Thanks again for your superb content and presentation - greatly appreciated and enjoyed!
Congratulations with your new ride!! Nice bike 👍 wish that dash with the lean angle was available on my Gsa1250 !! Looks great! Regards and keep up your good reviews!
Nice! After crashing my R1200GS Rallye off-roading, I was thinking about adding the F900XR, but I’m leaning more towards the R1250R. My K1600B is the touring/sport machine. Ride what make you happy!
I really wanted to love F900XR, went to test drive to local BMW dealer. Sales guy asked for what reason I would like to have motorbike - I told him that for weekend rides on mountain roads and couple trips in a season. He told me - I would not like it to much and should try r1250r after. After testing F900XR I can say: its amazing bike, everything works. If you look for daily commuter - perfect, it doesn't provoke you, its smooth and pulls well. Has all bells and whistles you can imagine on the bike, but there is always big BUT....... The engine doesn't make you lough, it might you make smile a bit but it doesn't have that poke. In some way I would say it is a bit boring. Engine / exhaust sounds did not impress me much. Actually when you ride you don't hear exhaust - you hear air intake and metallic sound from engine. Tall windscreen was not working for me nor in low nor in tall positions. So after all I was a bit disappointed - maybe I wanted to much from one bike, I just didnt get that connection to bike. I want bike be exiting. Then I tried R1250R.... One day later I bought 2016 R1200R full speck for less than a half price of F900XR. Love everything about it and it just feels more bike than F900XR. It pulls like 16 year old who first time found free porn online:) It has character, it make me laugh every time I twist throttle, at the same time can drive smooth. it has all as F900XR has except LCD Screen. Which is very nice, but I when you ride last place you need to concentrate is dashboard. Just pity that we on lock down now and no riding :(
@@Tomas_Kubilius a used r1200r is good value. The GS bikes hold there value the r1200r and f800r loose half there money after a year. Great value used most have all the extra's too.
@@chrishart8548 GS keep their value like gold :) even air cooled one with decent milage cost around half of new one. And r1200r I think is undervalued and in a shadow of GS. It has same engine, most of frame, all electronics of big brother, and second hand market price is very approachable, while price drop stops after 3 ears as well. And I prefer roadster versus tourer as don't commute daily. Another reason why I didn't pull trigger on F900XR was that looking into other F family models, in first 3 years you loose around 50% of value. Maybe in 3 years will look again at F900XR when will be time to change R1200R.
@@Tomas_Kubilius not so long ago even a 10year old f800gs was going for £5k in good condition. The f850 has dropped the price a bit. But the tiger 800's are going for under £3k now.
Great bike :) I just picked up mine today. I’m also still waiting for the panniers, the comfort seat and the engine guard. Mine is white though :) Have fun breaking-in the bike! All the best from the Netherlands.
As you get older you want more comfort, and that’s what your doing , more relaxing riding around town , and long rides too !! I have two units a Suzuki 1250 bandit S , ( 2008 )on my own for a nice adrenaline rush ,and a triumph 1250 explorer (2014 ) for me and the wife to have fun together ,very comfortable , and a nice weekend trips , cruise all day at 160 klm
Man I am half way through the video and you still haven’t started to say why! At this stage I’m thinking ‘get to the point! Just some feedback for you. I am interested in what the video is titled but please don’t waste my time or you lose a viewer and thumb up. We all hate click bait, in the end this wasn’t that but I did not click on this video for a BMW review as that was not the title. When you finally got to it, your thoughts made sense. As someone who is considering a super duke learning why someone got rid of theirs is great as I can learn a lesson potentially or at least be aware of their shortcomings. So thanks for that. I guess the KTM GT wasn’t an option for a reason?
Two different bikes with two different purposes. You have to ride them both to understand just how different they are from each other. Both are good bikes and do what they do very well. It's really very simple, if you have less money get the Kawai, if you have more money get the BMW. Simple 😁👍
Very nice bike. In the review of the 900 XR some weeks ago you stated that you would consider, if BMW would have electronic suspension as an option also in front. What has changed?
Did he get electronic suspension. It is only on the back but still probably worth having. Much nicer to have all the extra's I know it does push up the cost.
Hope you get the chance to enjoy your new ride soon. My brand new Superduke GT sits in my garage awaiting that day too. Enjoyed your video. Keep them up.👍👍
Good video.... I currently have an RT and I am considering a change and my two choices are btw the Tracer GT and the F900XR, so I will definitely be tuning in... thx and stay safe.
Fantom, In 2015 I had the F800Gs and R1200Gs and the R1200 Rt all At the same time. The Rt was the least ridden and to me did nothing better then the 1200 Gs and a lot of things not as good.
Nice review. Things that strike me are common to a lot of bike manufacturers, you buy the bike and then ‘oh you want a comfortable seat? That’ll be $$$/£££ more. You’re shorter in the leg, ‘we want more $$$/£££ for a lower seat’ . On the subject of the quick shifter, I have an S1000XR and a Speed Triple and in my experience the Triumph has the better quick shifter but both are good. I’ve also owned the Super Duke R and while it was fun, it was crazy fun - colossal power in a light bike but so much that it was a bit pointless, also it was never a bike I looked at and thought it was great looking. The instrument display on this bike is the best by a long shot, Triumph Speed Triple second. I am considering this bike for my next, I just want convincing that it is long term reliable and that the wind protection is good.
Not sure really ...???? You could possibly use 100% of the power of this bike on the road but at most 60% of the power of the duke ... so I think almost as much fun on this if you really wanted it..👏👏👏
This was a pain to watch as my bike has the exact same configuration but stands in the garage for 2 weeks and I never had the opportunity to try it. Still, glad I bought this bike as you show me that it seems the right decision. Ride safe!"
Well done Scott!!! Currently here in Australia I am waiting for this model to arrive. Just yesterday one of my BM dealers actually rang me to ask if I want one, but as I told him I haven't seen it in the flesh, sat on it or ridden it. So I'm a little hesitant. Then when I see you have now bought one I'm like a kid in a lolly shop!!!😍😂 I have a 2015 S1000R & yes like you I am after more of the comfort/touring style now. The weight is spot on & the bike itself is really what I am after. I notice a Skoda Yeti(?) in your drive? I have the Skoda Superb Sportline wagon 206kw. I love it!!! Anyway I've digressed. Good video yet again mate & "enjoy the ride!!!"👍🏻😎🤣
Yes, I got the Yeti because Top Gear landed a helicopter on it's roof while moving! 🤣😂😜 I really love it, it's a great small SUV that does everything a big SUV does just on a smaller scale.
Good struff. and talented new assistant. I've also been considering the 900XR. As a 6 year s1000r owner which I still think is wonderful, I am looking for something I might actually use more often. And for whatever reason, the 1000XR hasn't caught my attention in the way this 900 has.
Had the comfort seat and returned it, yes its marginally higher than the standard one but no change in comfort, both seats are hard and uncomfortable. Thinking about sending mine to SW MOTECH for a full overhaul. Other than that love the engine, didn't expect such good power delivery from that small unit. If you liked the KTM SMT this bike is the successor.
As something to ride daily I'm certain the XR is the better choice, and I daily an SAR so it's not like I'm a BMW apologist. Enjoy your new bike. Stay well.
Amazing bike and nice video as always! It would be very interesting comparing this one with triumph tiger 900 gt pro. I hope you will enjoy your new ride. Take care!
@@NothingToProve Well don't let some virus stop you ... no actually please do stop. Guess I have time to watch your back catalogue of videos. Take care
What problems and issues with soft cases? I find soft cases to have a lot more advantages than cons compared to hard cases. They are less costly, lighter, they crumble when not full, so you don't have to constantly drive around with bulky butt ugly boxes in the back, they don't brake as easily (oh yeah hard cases look so tough and sturdy but when you drop the bike or go down, they brake easier than soft ones). The only real benefit of hard cases that I can see is theft protection.
I was thinking to get the tiger 900 rally but more and more thinking about the bmw xr really starting to like this bike only wishing they had it in black!! Or matt grey or something. Loving your reviews !!
Congratulations Scott! I think you did the right thing, considering your needs in a bike. Also I kind of like those F900s. Well, I like the F900R better, but it won't do you no good, right? At the end of the day I would prefer another BMW, but I believe I don't need to tell you about it. So enjoy your new bike as much as it's possible right now and I am looking forward to see more content of your new beauty. Take care, ride safe and, most important of all, stay healthy!!!!!
Gongratulation, nice bike…. I'm 52 years old, +40 years on a saddle, commuting, travelling, touring, whatever… But the more I'm getting older, the less I'm attracted with touring, "adventure", travel oriented modern bikes even if I was tempted a little by 1290SD-GT.... Commuting with my "old" 2006 990SD & travelling with my 2016 1290SDR (with my wife, yes) was never a problem, ad contrario, a every moment delight… But I guess the best bike is the one that's making you feel good on it…. Ride safe. VVV
Admit it !! You got that bike for the lean angle on the tft I would love to have Bmw tft. It’s fantastic. I have the new tracer 900. The Bmw tft blows this one out of the park. Lots of luck with the new bike. Great choice !!!
That is a pretty motorcycle Scott, great lines, love the red. At first I was thinking that you are getting old trading in The Beast for such a civilized ride, but really I'd say you are getting more pragmatic and "mature". I've been considering trading in my K1300S for a Tracer GT for similar reasons. Possibly you will help me change my mind with your long term reviews of the F900XR.
I feel like BMWdud a superb job of combining sporty and sensible. This bike is on my short list. I think I am keeping my '97 TLSbeause I grew up on it and it is too much fun. It was also stolen and came back to me. But I want a more sensible bike now that I'm older. Love the style too.
Congratulations on your new bike, looks really nice! Perhaps the ultimate rational bike: all the power, quality, practicality, features, handling, wind protection, ... that one could need (or claim to need). And a (very) good price. However while I 100% see why you'd get this over a Tracer 900 (which has always seemed like an exercise in 'upgrading' the MT-09 to a tourer but with flaws), I wonder if you considered the Multistrada 950S? Like for like it is around 3.000 EUR dearer, but to me that seems worth it. It is a good sum of (additional) money though (of course)...
Also due to this virus my 2020 1290 SDR didn't come with owner's manual, bluetooth not hooking up, and the electronics C1, C2 not working maybe that must be done on first maintenance. Also no blipper! Lean angle great, but for me am going always try get that number higher or is lower? We are around same age, here in Canada we converted to metric in 1981. MRA has made great looking tiny fairing that has made huge difference. Wife going miss that vibration, lol.
I think as for the color TFT screen goes. I would say that the ones on the KTM Super Duke GT and Adventure are 1st place then comes the Ducati and a tie for the new BMW and Tiger 900. Remember the ones on the Super Duke R bikes are different from the GT and Adventure. I think you would have loved the SDGT
Nice bike, congrats. Interesting vid too. Totally understand why you did it. Makes perfect sense, less is more. The KTM"s a great bike but after a while it seems too much of everything. You can use most of this bike most of the time & it's so much more gratifying to ride a smaller/less powerful bike to it's potential as opposed to barely scratching the surface of a powerful bike. Plus you get a MUCH better warranty with BMW too.
I’m going to look at a 2021. Really enjoyed the video. Hope you are still enjoying your BMW. What brand/model jacket/pants/ gloves are you wearing in this video? Best, JW
I find your channel very relaxing to watch. You have a certain calmness about you the world really needs in these hectic times. And I love the german backroads. Two thumbs up for those things haha.
I bought a F900R a month ago partly because of your review of it. Mine is still pending for production. I guess ill have to be patient.
Mit freundlichen gruessen aus den Niederlanden. Und geniess dein neues motorrad!!!
Roland
Amazing how our needs and interests change as we get older.Enjoy the magic new bike.Thks.
My first street bike new 1975 Kawasaki H1 500, I've had every top big bores Kawasaki's since now 2008 ZX-14 turbocharged is feeling little old, am going for comfort with new 2020 KTM 1290 Super Duke R. Just hoping aftermarket with come out with fly screen.
I am young brave stupid and inmature but thankful with life because mu first bike was a DualPurpose generic chinese crap Alessia Risky 200cc but as soon I learned to ryde I notice my crapy bike was better than naked, sport, custom, cafe racers by the simply reazon 21" 18" and the 30cm from skidplate to the floor (I am shorty 1.70mts) so as a daily bike it performs very well on the stops and bumps where my fellow ryders stop or low speed I can mantain my own also in rain days everything was easy and the plus I became in a tremendous pilot by the simple reazon the bike came with segment bite wheels like enduro or motocross bikes so with that thiny surface of contact with the concrete and the oiled floors of Mexico City I became a very sharped ryder well 4 years have past since that first ride and right now I know the best bike ever made is a BMW but no the one you are thinking GS is a joke(In that case better a Multistrada or Adventure R) the real deal to me is the RT1250 and may you say why? There's no off road capacity is a heavy bike dosen't fit in urban traffic well as Bruce have sayed *our needs and interests change as we get older* and that is the point yes I only have 25 years old but already have understand that comfort safty and long range capacity are the esence of ryde a bike and to be honest even when my country haven't such great autobhans or nice streets to be honest the BMW can with all so right know in my mind is to have a brand new generic chinese dual purpose bike as a commuter and have the RT12T0 as a weekend and long trips bike or even better as only one bike I was on BMW dealership yesterday and ryde the F900R K1600 Grand America and RT1250 and I only can say wow RT is the perfect balance between HP, Torque, Weight and Range also a lot of luggage(yes is better than Grand America because is 85kg lighter have 4 cylinders less, 140km more of range and cost 35%less) so I love dual purpose but GT is the real deal next week I'll head to dealership to pick up my own RT1250 wirh all the aftermarket personalitation gadgets and accesories BMW offer
@@ross5506 get a super duke gt
The right bike for someone who’s got nothing to prove!
Haha. That could quite literally be the bikes' marketing slogan...
What a happy day for you and thank you for sharing. You may recall that I own the Tracer 900GT but i can fully understand why you went for this BMW. As a BMW car fanboy, I think it would look great in my garage. But as I said before, the CP3 makes up for all the quirks of the Yamaha.
BMW have themselves a winner here and I suspect it may just become their best seller shortly.
I look forward to watching your future videos on this bike.
Thanks from the UK and stay safe.
I really feel you with your decision and i think it is a prove of a solid character that you step away from that beast. some might disagree and they always want more, but the truth is you better get what you need right now and fits your circumstances.
there is nothing wrong changing to a more settled down bike. I mean there will be times you run wild and you longing for more power and something challenging, but in the end finding the middle road to all of that is the goal you got to aim for. it really seems that you hit the mark right there and iam very happy for you - stay safe on your new bike.
9.5 down to a 6-61/2
And his channel nickname - "Nothing To Prove" !!
I completely get it. Right bike at the right time. I am a middle aged man who just did the complete opposite but for the same reason. I went from Harley Davidson's to full blow hypernakeds and super sport bikes. Every day is a good day, when you can be out on two wheels!!!! Ride safe.
Nice video. I've been thinking of upgrading my MT-07 to a Tracer 900 but now with this bike out, it's definitely tempting me. Tracer 900 has quite a few downsides I've noted such as small bags, small load capacity, small display, passenger pegs too close to rider pegs... And now the F900XR seems to have all these done right, although with a bit higher price tag.
The tracer 900 may feel like it has less torque than the -07 remember the twin has bigger pistons despite the capacity increase. There will be more torque once up in the higher revs the -09 is a very different engine vs the -07
I just traded in my Speed Triple against a Tiger 900 GT Pro. First impressions are great. Enjoy your beamer :)
Congratulations, I ordered exactly the same, but I’m still waiting for it. Stay safe
Horses for courses - and as you say, it is the right bike at the right time. That's it, right there. My kids are all grown now, my youngest is graduating high school. I love seeing your son pop in. Great stuff. Stay safe!
Good choice! I also got my new 900XR just before the factory shutdown. Did not ride much so far, but enjoyed every kilometer.
Great choice Scott. Thanks for sharing your special experience of picking up the new bike. I doubt if I could have strung two sentences together in the same situation. Enjoy!
I've owned several motorcycles ,but converted to BMW's in 2014 and just became hooked on them . It seems as though they spend a lot of time making the riders position ideal. Also everything is so precise . Controls, suspension and handling.
Congratulations on your new bike, very smart. I have a feeling BMW is going to sell a lot of these. Actually my money was on you getting a SuperDuke GT but I guess the BMW TFT was better. This 900 XR looks a bit like the Honda AT from the front. Anyway enjoy. Your kid is a smart guy.
Nice! That was cool with your son in the end 👍👍
Thank you, yea, some things you just can't plan and when they happen, you just got to go with it. :)
@@NothingToProve he looks just like you!
Great that you included your son in the video and didn't edit it out! Thanks for the great reviews, because of what I had seen in June I wound up buying the F900XR in Metallic Gold and I am LOVING IT! Keep up the great work!
Did you look at the Tracer too? I was just given a great price for the Tracer and have a couple buddy's that love theirs. I'm checking out this BMR XR too. Hmmmm
always good to watch, shows why we make our decisions, hope it all goes well for you
Congratulations , thanks for a honest review . I bought this BMW F900XR 2021 a week ago because of your good review 👍😉 , can't wait to drive it 😁
Thanks for a lovely video as always... and your son is so cute!!!
I tested F900R (roadster) for an hour last week and found it very fun but only negative was its quick shifter... obviously that of my 790 ADV is much better. Also I had a difficulty in putting into neutral. Didn't it happen to you? Anyway, enjoy the ride! My all touring plans for April were cancelled because of the virus... I hope it will end without a massive outbreak.
Makes totally sense, and I like that bike, too.
I really like your videos and it’s cool to see a nice youtuber from that part of germany.
I grew up in Niedersachsen.
Have a safe ride.
Love the bike! I'm thinking F900R for me this December when we have clearance incentives in the USA! Big factor is the IMU 👍👌😁
That kid makes me laugh! Thanks!
Very nice machine you have bought there sir, can’t wait for the next videos.
Congratulations! SO happy for you. I had a S1000RR, R1200RT and a R NineT Racer, all of them are gone as of last week. Time for a new bike! Considered the R1250RS (too heavy), 1000XR (too powerful/expensive) and the 900XR, after seeing your review, I think I will end up with the exact bike you did (Red 900XR). I'm turning 60 this summer, hopefully I can have it by then. All the best. Triple
Comes as a surprise... Enjoy the new bike and ride like you have nothing to prove!
Nice choice, I’ve had a number of R1200GS for years but just recently dropped down to a F750GS although with the current health situation not really had a chance to get out. On the issue of the tyres, I’ve been riding for forty plus years, in the past tyre manufacturers used a waxy coating to make it easier to get the tyres out of the mould, this left a residue on the tyres that needed to be “scrubbed off.” As bikers we often talk about scrubbing in new tyres but that process stopped many years ago and we really don’t need to carry on that practice. Enjoy your vids look forward to the next 👍
Loving my F750GS :)
Residue coatings are a thing of the past but that is not why tire manufactures still recommend a "scrub" period of 50 to 100 miles. Watch the video below from Motorcyclist Magazine and they will tell you all the reason why you need to do so. 👍👍
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Thank you. Your choice is super interesting to me. All the same things are important to me. Looking forward to your follow ups. And what a cute kid!!! LOL!
Great video, I have this bike on loan from my BMW dealership while I wait for delivery of my R1250GS. Initially when I seen it I was not overly impressed but now I have it a week wow! Amazing bike! Love the engine sound, the torque is perfect, amazing stability and confidence inspiring around bends, TFT is amazing, with very useful SatNav, heated grips best I've used, it's just the perfect bike, if I didn't have my GS ordered I'd buy one!
I bought a new -2 -me KTM 1290 based on your long-term review of your own, and the Duke 2.0 review that you've done previously! Great content and enjoy your new ride!
It is a great bike, I enjoyed every minute on it, I hope you do too! If I could afford 2 bikes, I would have kept the SDR as my "fun weekend" rider.
Why cause you love bikes and made the right choice, and good timing congrats. I had a superduke I loved it but it’s just one those bikes that didn’t like to go slowly. It was like a dog always pulling at the leash and never heeling.
You are exactly right! And that is why I said as a daily rider "it got old".
The right bike for the right time is the bike you buy to impress yourself and not anyone else.
He has NothingToProve...
Thats one beautiful bike. I love watching your videos, keep them coming!
It takes a real man to divulge his wife's weight on youtube.
dull unit Not if it is 50 kilos. If it were 90, it would have been an act of bravery. 😂
@@comedicsketches I would not want to be responsible for feeding a girl that big!
@@comedicsketches I did not delete my comments, probably faithless UA-cam did. It is now considered against the law to talk about God and his son Jesus Christ. I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ and the truth about his one and only path to Salvation.
@@comedicsketches read the Bible. If you read the book of John with an open heart and an open mind you will come to the knowledge of Our Savior Jesus Christ. He died for you and he died for me, all you have to do is believe in him for your sins to be forgiven.
@@comedicsketches the Quran has no miracles in it. The prophet Muhammad believed for most of the time that he was writing the Quran that it was the Devil Himself that was giving him the words to write down. That was in fact correct. The Koran is the devil's response to Christ's finished work on the cross; the devil wants to lure people away from the only path to Salvation and the Koran is the result. You have not read the Bible. You are a liar just like your father, the devil. Who is the liar? The liar is he who says that Jesus Christ is not the Savior.
Got my fx900r 3 weeks ago and love it just wish we weren’t locked down and the TT wasn’t cancelled. I tested the Tracer and great bike and engine but I liked the feel on this bike in the showroom before I even rode it. It’s enough for me and sporty enough. The decider foe me was the feel of the build quality, but the tracer is a top bike. Personal choice and nice to have an option as before the tracer had no real competition imo
I like your mic sound, so clean and without any noise. I use gopro with mic adapter, but it makes a terrible noise. It looks like you are using external recording device, cause you don't have any wires around you gopro. Would you be able to share more about your vbloging setup? Thanks
Congrats on the new bike Scott !!! Enjoy it 😉
Lovely video. What made you choose the 900 over the S1000XR? As I'm interested in both bikes. Thanks, ride and stay safe.
Paul Thorpe Watch Dealer , my question as well!!
-Just guessing, but the torque (esp. down low) is a very comfortable and relaxing experience. Let's see what he buyer has to say.
Maybe he didn't like the vibrations from the inline four. Can't wait till this bike gets to Oz.
Hi Paul,
Two different bikes with two totally different personalities. The 1000 is a sport bike (from S1000RR) turned into a sport/touring bike and it feels like it, like a dog on leash always pulling, barking, running...etc. The 900 is just the opposite of that, it was designed from the start to be a sport/tour 50/50, the 1000 is more like 80/20 with the 80 being serious sport...and the motor, 160hp, just does not work in a sport/tour bike (imho) ...and it's buzzy at certain RPM's. Don't get me wrong about the motor, I love it in the S1000RR and S1000R, two great bikes! The 900 is smooth all the way through the rev range, well it gets buzzy at the top end but any bike will for that matter. But if you want a sport/tour with a heavy lean towards sport, get the 1000XR, if not then get the 900XR.
So I took my own advice and got the 900XR 😁.
If I were you, take them both out and see what personality fits you, that is the best thing to do. 👍
Ride safe,
Scott
@@NothingToProve Appreciate the in depth reply Scott. Looks like I'll have to try both as I'm probably looking for a similar ride to your 900 in that case. Cheers and stay safe.
Sport adventure touring das ist am bestte mottorrad.Ich habe 2019 suzuki v strom 650 xt und ich denke das ist sehr gut.Viele Grüße aus Bulgaria.Ich wünsche Ihnen viele störungsfreie Kilometer, gefüllt mit schönen Emotionen.
I was waiting for the classic ”2thumbs up”. It is my turn I guess . 2 thumbs up, great video, great new bike, great cameo from ”Big guy”
I have been thinking of trading mine(1290 Super Duke R) in for something lighter, maybe a 790 Duke. I can't quite bring myself to do it. Every time I take it out, and roll on the throttle I am hooked all over again. Thing is, as you get older, power isn't the issue, the weight is. I just am not a strong as I once was. Moving a heavy bike around the garage or worrying about having to pick it up if it tips over has me thinking at my stage of life the bike needs to be lighter.
As far as an everyday rider, I have never owned a bike with a fairing. The bike I commuted on before I retired was a Speed Triple. 120 mile round trip to and from Seattle. I put a lot of miles on that bike along with several others over the years. I think the windshield is maybe what you are used to.
One reason I bought the Super Duke was actually comfort. The extra seat to peg distance makes a difference for my old knees. There is about an inch more there than on the Triumph.
So when my Super Duke goes it will be for a bike at least 50 pounds lighter, but hopefully enough power and performance to keep me happy.
The reviews on s1000xr say that it is not as aggressive as it used to be also the vibes are almost not there....congratulations on your new bike though ..safe miles👌
Good luck with the new bike. I will be looking very closely at one of these now. Great channel. Keep it up.
For those with Super Dukes. You can relax them. You have a position to move your bars back on the triple. For weekend rides/ highway riding get a small windscreen. Also for the trip, SW Motech makes saddle, tail, and tank bags. Might as well do heated grips as well. As far as smoothing the power now and again? Rain mode. This bike can do it all.
All that said, nothing wrong with getting to know a new bike. Hope you enjoy it.
Thank you Sapa,
I loved my SDR but do I miss it, the interesting part is...no, I have to ask myself why?
Just like an old girl friend that you once loved, do you miss her? If not then why?
A lot of times in life we pick girl friends based on our current stage in life (is she fun, exciting, a blast to be with or she is my life long companion that I want to share every moment with for the rest of my life), the same is often true with motorcycles. 😁👍
Ride safe & enjoy the ride,
Scott
Great. Thanks for sharing. I have a new Speed Twin, which is a great bike. I can see how this is a great all rounder though. Perhaps better than the Tiger 900, especially if one is not keen on Triples. This BMW is definitely becoming a bike of interest, for the same reasons you gave. Ride safe. 👍
Congratulations on your new bike, ride safely and keep sharing... great video as always...
Congratulations on the new Bike! Superb review and content as always - easily the most enjoyable and informative on the net. Feels like having a good friend having a chat and offering comments about their perceptions. Very interested how you get on with it in the future, as this bike is one of three I'm considering as a returning rider; the others being the GS/GSA or the RT.
The GS/GSA are very tall given their off road suspension/ride height compromises; but unpaved roads are all I would do as regards 'off road" which seems a waste of their abilities and at a price of weight and bulk, and the RT lacks a little versatility and would be very expensive to inadvertently drop with all the plastic fairing parts.
As an all rounder, and with the latest tech, the F900XR looks to be a superb choice. And if it could handle the odd unexpected/unplanned unpaved road on a longer trip, it might just be the right bike for me.
Thanks again for your superb content and presentation - greatly appreciated and enjoyed!
I’m slightly older than you and downsizing from a R1200ADV, and this bike is high on my list. Thank you for posting.
Congratulations with your new ride!! Nice bike 👍 wish that dash with the lean angle was available on my Gsa1250 !! Looks great! Regards and keep up your good reviews!
Nice! After crashing my R1200GS Rallye off-roading, I was thinking about adding the F900XR, but I’m leaning more towards the R1250R. My K1600B is the touring/sport machine. Ride what make you happy!
I really wanted to love F900XR, went to test drive to local BMW dealer. Sales guy asked for what reason I would like to have motorbike - I told him that for weekend rides on mountain roads and couple trips in a season. He told me - I would not like it to much and should try r1250r after. After testing F900XR I can say: its amazing bike, everything works. If you look for daily commuter - perfect, it doesn't provoke you, its smooth and pulls well. Has all bells and whistles you can imagine on the bike, but there is always big BUT....... The engine doesn't make you lough, it might you make smile a bit but it doesn't have that poke. In some way I would say it is a bit boring. Engine / exhaust sounds did not impress me much. Actually when you ride you don't hear exhaust - you hear air intake and metallic sound from engine. Tall windscreen was not working for me nor in low nor in tall positions. So after all I was a bit disappointed - maybe I wanted to much from one bike, I just didnt get that connection to bike. I want bike be exiting. Then I tried R1250R.... One day later I bought 2016 R1200R full speck for less than a half price of F900XR. Love everything about it and it just feels more bike than F900XR. It pulls like 16 year old who first time found free porn online:) It has character, it make me laugh every time I twist throttle, at the same time can drive smooth. it has all as F900XR has except LCD Screen. Which is very nice, but I when you ride last place you need to concentrate is dashboard. Just pity that we on lock down now and no riding :(
@@Tomas_Kubilius a used r1200r is good value. The GS bikes hold there value the r1200r and f800r loose half there money after a year. Great value used most have all the extra's too.
@@chrishart8548 GS keep their value like gold :) even air cooled one with decent milage cost around half of new one. And r1200r I think is undervalued and in a shadow of GS. It has same engine, most of frame, all electronics of big brother, and second hand market price is very approachable, while price drop stops after 3 ears as well. And I prefer roadster versus tourer as don't commute daily. Another reason why I didn't pull trigger on F900XR was that looking into other F family models, in first 3 years you loose around 50% of value. Maybe in 3 years will look again at F900XR when will be time to change R1200R.
@@Tomas_Kubilius not so long ago even a 10year old f800gs was going for £5k in good condition. The f850 has dropped the price a bit. But the tiger 800's are going for under £3k now.
Chris Hart it seems that BMW badge helps to keep quite high retail value
Congratulations on the new ride. Looking forward to the reviews.
Great choice, nice family. Probably my next bike, stay safe..
Great bike :) I just picked up mine today. I’m also still waiting for the panniers, the comfort seat and the engine guard. Mine is white though :) Have fun breaking-in the bike! All the best from the Netherlands.
As you get older you want more comfort, and that’s what your doing , more relaxing riding around town , and long rides too !!
I have two units a Suzuki 1250 bandit S , ( 2008 )on my own for a nice adrenaline rush ,and a triumph 1250 explorer (2014 ) for me and the wife to have fun together ,very comfortable , and a nice weekend trips , cruise all day at 160 klm
Man I am half way through the video and you still haven’t started to say why! At this stage I’m thinking ‘get to the point! Just some feedback for you. I am interested in what the video is titled but please don’t waste my time or you lose a viewer and thumb up. We all hate click bait, in the end this wasn’t that but I did not click on this video for a BMW review as that was not the title. When you finally got to it, your thoughts made sense. As someone who is considering a super duke learning why someone got rid of theirs is great as I can learn a lesson potentially or at least be aware of their shortcomings. So thanks for that. I guess the KTM GT wasn’t an option for a reason?
Nice one Scott. Health to ride buddy👍
Awesome. Can't wait to see you on some backroads ripping it.
Good luck and I wish you many happy miles on it.
Loved your son. Congratulation on new bike, enjoy it. I was sure you were born in Germany. Now I know you were born somewhere else.
Good-looking bike, it looks a lot like a Kawasaki versys 650, I wonder how different it is then that?
Two different bikes with two different purposes. You have to ride them both to understand just how different they are from each other. Both are good bikes and do what they do very well. It's really very simple, if you have less money get the Kawai, if you have more money get the BMW. Simple 😁👍
Great video. How come not R 1250 RS with bar raisers ?
Very nice bike. In the review of the 900 XR some weeks ago you stated that you would consider, if BMW would have electronic suspension as an option also in front. What has changed?
Did he get electronic suspension. It is only on the back but still probably worth having. Much nicer to have all the extra's I know it does push up the cost.
Hope you get the chance to enjoy your new ride soon. My brand new Superduke GT sits in my garage awaiting that day too. Enjoyed your video. Keep them up.👍👍
Good video.... I currently have an RT and I am considering a change and my two choices are btw the Tracer GT and the F900XR, so I will definitely be tuning in... thx and stay safe.
Fantom, In 2015 I had the F800Gs and R1200Gs and the R1200 Rt all At the same time. The Rt was the least ridden and to me did nothing better then the 1200 Gs and a lot of things not as good.
Nice review. Things that strike me are common to a lot of bike manufacturers, you buy the bike and then ‘oh you want a comfortable seat? That’ll be $$$/£££ more. You’re shorter in the leg, ‘we want more $$$/£££ for a lower seat’ . On the subject of the quick shifter, I have an S1000XR and a Speed Triple and in my experience the Triumph has the better quick shifter but both are good. I’ve also owned the Super Duke R and while it was fun, it was crazy fun - colossal power in a light bike but so much that it was a bit pointless, also it was never a bike I looked at and thought it was great looking.
The instrument display on this bike is the best by a long shot, Triumph Speed Triple second. I am considering this bike for my next, I just want convincing that it is long term reliable and that the wind protection is good.
Let’s be honest! You gained +100 maturity points, but lost -100 fun points 😂. Hope you are keeping yourself safe. Love your content!
Truer words have never been spoken before.
Not sure really ...???? You could possibly use 100% of the power of this bike on the road but at most 60% of the power of the duke ... so I think almost as much fun on this if you really wanted it..👏👏👏
But then that doesn't matter as he got "nothing to prove" aha!! 😁
@@rossm9676 Absolutely ....some people think less power means more boring ..????
Congrats Scott!
Really nice bike, enjoy every mile 👏👏👏
Great video man!!!, very very good gob!!!, waiting the next, very interested in Tracer 900 GT comparison. Cheers from Spain!!!
Great choice, congratulations!
This was a pain to watch as my bike has the exact same configuration but stands in the garage for 2 weeks and I never had the opportunity to try it.
Still, glad I bought this bike as you show me that it seems the right decision. Ride safe!"
Well done Scott!!! Currently here in Australia I am waiting for this model to arrive. Just yesterday one of my BM dealers actually rang me to ask if I want one, but as I told him I haven't seen it in the flesh, sat on it or ridden it. So I'm a little hesitant. Then when I see you have now bought one I'm like a kid in a lolly shop!!!😍😂 I have a 2015 S1000R & yes like you I am after more of the comfort/touring style now. The weight is spot on & the bike itself is really what I am after. I notice a Skoda Yeti(?) in your drive? I have the Skoda Superb Sportline wagon 206kw. I love it!!! Anyway I've digressed. Good video yet again mate & "enjoy the ride!!!"👍🏻😎🤣
Yes, I got the Yeti because Top Gear landed a helicopter on it's roof while moving! 🤣😂😜 I really love it, it's a great small SUV that does everything a big SUV does just on a smaller scale.
Have fun on the new bike!
Good struff. and talented new assistant. I've also been considering the 900XR. As a 6 year s1000r owner which I still think is wonderful, I am looking for something I might actually use more often. And for whatever reason, the 1000XR hasn't caught my attention in the way this 900 has.
Really starting to see this bike as the King-ding-a-ling of this sport touring adv class.
Love your passion for bikes , happy for you 👍👍
Had the comfort seat and returned it, yes its marginally higher than the standard one but no change in comfort, both seats are hard and uncomfortable.
Thinking about sending mine to SW MOTECH for a full overhaul.
Other than that love the engine, didn't expect such good power delivery from that small unit.
If you liked the KTM SMT this bike is the successor.
As something to ride daily I'm certain the XR is the better choice, and I daily an SAR so it's not like I'm a BMW apologist. Enjoy your new bike. Stay well.
Amazing bike and nice video as always! It would be very interesting comparing this one with triumph tiger 900 gt pro. I hope you will enjoy your new ride. Take care!
Every rider should have a calm disposition- You Sir embody that 🙏🏼👍🏼
Sometimes its all about scratching the itch, then settling for what you now know is right for you :)
Good luck with the new bike.
Oh, forgot to say that I look forward to the inevitable ride and comparison with the Tracer 900GT Scott.
Plus 1 ! 😁 I’m waiting for the Tracer GT as well !
Ah, so many bikes, so little time. 😊
@@NothingToProve Well don't let some virus stop you ... no actually please do stop. Guess I have time to watch your back catalogue of videos. Take care
A nice video as usual and an excellent choice. I have a 2014 F700GS now and next one will be F900XR...I hope :) Enjoy it, stay safe.
What problems and issues with soft cases? I find soft cases to have a lot more advantages than cons compared to hard cases. They are less costly, lighter, they crumble when not full, so you don't have to constantly drive around with bulky butt ugly boxes in the back, they don't brake as easily (oh yeah hard cases look so tough and sturdy but when you drop the bike or go down, they brake easier than soft ones). The only real benefit of hard cases that I can see is theft protection.
I was thinking to get the tiger 900 rally but more and more thinking about the bmw xr really starting to like this bike only wishing they had it in black!! Or matt grey or something. Loving your reviews !!
Congratulations Scott!
I think you did the right thing, considering your needs in a bike.
Also I kind of like those F900s. Well, I like the F900R better, but it won't do you no good, right? At the end of the day I would prefer another BMW, but I believe I don't need to tell you about it.
So enjoy your new bike as much as it's possible right now and I am looking forward to see more content of your new beauty.
Take care, ride safe and, most important of all, stay healthy!!!!!
Gongratulation, nice bike…. I'm 52 years old, +40 years on a saddle, commuting, travelling, touring, whatever… But the more I'm getting older, the less I'm attracted with touring, "adventure", travel oriented modern bikes even if I was tempted a little by 1290SD-GT.... Commuting with my "old" 2006 990SD & travelling with my 2016 1290SDR (with my wife, yes) was never a problem, ad contrario, a every moment delight… But I guess the best bike is the one that's making you feel good on it…. Ride safe. VVV
Congratulation, good choice, nice colour.👍
all the best to your family and your nice son.
Smart choice goldilocks bike, The right tool for the job. Cool end to the video too👍Congratulations!
Good on you for hopping off the HP merry go round and choosing a multipurpose bike. Sometimes too much of a good thing really is too much.
Admit it !! You got that bike for the lean angle on the tft I would love to have Bmw tft. It’s fantastic. I have the new tracer 900. The Bmw tft blows this one out of the park. Lots of luck with the new bike. Great choice !!!
Yep, ok, ok, you got me! Love that! ❤❤❤
Nice bike - keep up the good work. Love your vids.
That is a pretty motorcycle Scott, great lines, love the red. At first I was thinking that you are getting old trading in The Beast for such a civilized ride, but really I'd say you are getting more pragmatic and "mature". I've been considering trading in my K1300S for a Tracer GT for similar reasons. Possibly you will help me change my mind with your long term reviews of the F900XR.
I feel like BMWdud a superb job of combining sporty and sensible. This bike is on my short list. I think I am keeping my '97 TLSbeause I grew up on it and it is too much fun. It was also stolen and came back to me. But I want a more sensible bike now that I'm older. Love the style too.
Congratulations on your new bike, looks really nice! Perhaps the ultimate rational bike: all the power, quality, practicality, features, handling, wind protection, ... that one could need (or claim to need). And a (very) good price. However while I 100% see why you'd get this over a Tracer 900 (which has always seemed like an exercise in 'upgrading' the MT-09 to a tourer but with flaws), I wonder if you considered the Multistrada 950S? Like for like it is around 3.000 EUR dearer, but to me that seems worth it. It is a good sum of (additional) money though (of course)...
Also due to this virus my 2020 1290 SDR didn't come with owner's manual, bluetooth not hooking up, and the electronics C1, C2 not working maybe that must be done on first maintenance. Also no blipper! Lean angle great, but for me am going always try get that number higher or is lower? We are around same age, here in Canada we converted to metric in 1981. MRA has made great looking tiny fairing that has made huge difference. Wife going miss that vibration, lol.
Sounds like a great choice for you. Enjoy the new bike.
I think as for the color TFT screen goes. I would say that the ones on the KTM Super Duke GT and Adventure are 1st place then comes the Ducati and a tie for the new BMW and Tiger 900. Remember the ones on the Super Duke R bikes are different from the GT and Adventure. I think you would have loved the SDGT
Yes, seen it, liken' it. Thanks.
Nice bike, congrats. Interesting vid too. Totally understand why you did it. Makes perfect sense, less is more. The KTM"s a great bike but after a while it seems too much of everything. You can use most of this bike most of the time & it's so much more gratifying to ride a smaller/less powerful bike to it's potential as opposed to barely scratching the surface of a powerful bike. Plus you get a MUCH better warranty with BMW too.
I’m going to look at a 2021. Really enjoyed the video. Hope you are still enjoying your BMW. What brand/model jacket/pants/ gloves are you wearing in this video? Best, JW
Great overview. Iv'e watched a few of your reviews now, and only just realised you are in Germany. Doh ! 😮👍
loving that keep it going, Bro ;)