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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

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

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

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.

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

Herb wrote: 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

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? If not then I am sure you will get helpful suggestions posted by all.

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? 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...

3narf,

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

andy griff wrote:3narf,

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

I WAS BEING SERIOUS

3narf wrote:

andy griff wrote:3narf,

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

I WAS BEING SERIOUS

About a TL.,some people love them

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

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

I'll get me coat...

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

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.

I looked at another 12S yesterday, very clean!