Great looking bike but I would only be intererested in a GT
Great looking bike but I would only be intererested in a GT
Riding motorcycles to me is about passion which is why I've only owned twins (HD,Triumph, Ducati and now R1200RT). I feel twins evoke this passion that a 4 cyl doesn't so I'll most likely always have a twin of one sort or another. When I decided I wanted to be back on a touring bike after a brief hiatus I knew I didn't want HD again so I demo'd the R1200RT and it was all she wrote. My friends said I should demo the GT as well but I had no interest b/c it isn't a twin.
I'd say find out what your passionate about when it comes to riding and let that be a compass.
Why only a GT?Originally Posted by stokesrl
Don't let your bike go anywhere your brain hasn't already been five seconds ago...
Don't count out the K1200RS. I don't think the differences are that great, and it might be easier to find a used RS.... I think they sold more of them.
I completed a 1600 mile day on my K1200RS, and the bike performed flawlessly. My only complaint of that ride was the small gas tank and the need for a gas stop every couple hours. For long distance riding I would suggest a 2003 or newer for the electronic cruise control.
Christopher Ross, Lubbock, Texas
2011 R1200GSA - Helga
1974 R90S - Smokey
A 1600 mile day? REALLY?? That's a no-stops 67mph average for a full 24 hour day. I'm impressed!
DrPaul - 2008 K1200GT
2004 R1150RT - sold,1974 R90/6 - sold
2002 R1150RT - sold,1987 K75S - sold
Because its most like the rt- ie big tank, riding position and faring wind protection
I am very happy with the changed.
I love the GT, is a great bike in all senses!
Ride safe
Damian
I had an '05 RT. Traded it in '10 for a KGT. Although I liked the RT, I am very happy with th KGT. It weighs around 50 lb more, gets a bit less fuel economy, has a front seat that's no more comfortable (mine has a Sargent now - MUCH better) BUT it outhandles, outstops (no pump), is smoother, transmits fewer road irregularities, and has incredible acceleration even two up. When you unleash it, you better have a firm grip!!
You will not be disappointed!
After 4 boxers (all Gs model) I got a kGt2010 and after 3500 I never looked back. I loved the K, it is addicting!!
Don't sell the RT until after you get a GT. Then get rid of the one that doesn't suit you which may be tough. If I lived somewhere with flat straight roads, I would lean toward the GT because that is where the fun is on that bike. Twisting the throttle on big sweepers. Tight twisties, then the lightness and manueverability of the RT makes it more fun. GT is definitely heavier and slightly less comfortable for me (after a seat upgrade). They are both fun.
You can adjust the RT valves in 15 minutes but have to do major surgery on the GT. The computer decides when the valves need to be adjusted on the GT. If you don't ride like a teenager, the GT mileage is comparable to the RT, maybe 3 mpg difference.
If you can't afford to overlap the two bikes, just google "cam chain tensioner" on the GT and you'll find plenty of reasons not to buy one if that is your tendency.
Do not get scared by the cam chain , because a few have some problems it does not mean all of them will have it.
For fun the GT is superb there is not comparison with other bikes and just keep in mind GT: Sport Tourer, RT:Tourer.
If lighter and slower is a plus for you, there is no need to spend $19K+ on a RT there other options out there which will the do the work well, just to name one:Moto Guzzi for instance is one of the trustable brands.-
My 02.
Safe Riding
Damian
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