R1150RT to a R1200GSA

[pwittstruck]

I am considering switching from my '04 RT to an '07 GSA. I would be interested in any comments about the change from anyone who has done the same.

[meisco]

Check out some previous threads on this subject. From my perspective, the GS is a whole lotta fun! The RT will remain as a stalwart workhorse and when I want to ride 2 up . . . but the GS is just a kick-in-the-pants fun bike to ride.

http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=8246
http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=14667

[hoodtex1]

Just made the switch from a 1150 RT to a 1200GS. Although I did give up some protection I also gave up about 100lbs and the 1200's engin is great. I picked up the bike last week and already have over 1,000 miles and haven't looked back in regret. If you want something a bit lighter, great handling, loads of fun and a bike you can take anywhere you might want to consider the switch. Good luck with your decision. hoodtex out

[pwittstruck]

Well, the decision has been made. I'm picking up the new GSA on Tuesday. Thanks for the input.

[aerialfilm1]

I've been wrestling with the same issue. My 02 RT seems to be perfect for me right now. When I was searching for my bike I had to decide RT or GS. I knew I would always wonder about the other no matter which way I went. Here's how I rationalized the RT over the GS.

I still have to work which involves buttloads of travel. So the RT was the way for me. Plus if I did go the GS route, I would be like a soccer mom in a Hummer. Yea I would get on the trails once or twice, but highways were my big concern. After 2 round trips Florida to California last year, I knew the RT was the solid choice.

But I still can't get that GS out of my system. Then a thought!!!! A light if you will...:idea
I'll get a new GS....and keep the 02 RT too... Brilliant!!!!!

Then the old soccer mom cliche pops up. So here's the latest. Find a new to me early GS, and get a schpankin' new 1200RT. And if my wife's not paying attention, keep the 02 too..yea right.

But here's another rub. Just got back from a morning ride. There's nothing wrong with my bike. Runs out great and still has a high CDI factor. (Chicks Dig It)

You know when I was young and didn't have any money, my choices were simple. I had none.

Glad you got off the fence. I'm still up here. Won't Somebody give me a nudge?

Hey I can see my house from here.

[BubbaZanetti]

But here's another rub. Just got back from a morning ride. There's nothing wrong with my bike. Runs out great and still has a high CDI factor. (Chicks Dig It)



this is something i'd NEVER thought i'd hear about a RT, except in reference to it's two up capability:laugh :bolt

[aerialfilm1]

this is something i'd NEVER thought i'd hear about a RT, except in reference to it's two up capability:laugh :bolt

Oh yea! Loose the luggage, push the little button to lay the windscreen back, and all the gals at Starbucks swoon.:kiss

Truth be told, today a very attractive woman complemented me on how quite it was. Then after having a closer look, she said she thought it would have been bigger. :doh