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Of course BMW eliminated this minor but still a pain in the *$@ issue with the R1150 and, for all I know, the later R1100 bikes. I'd really like to go back to using the so. Seems to me that the 95 - 00 BMW R1100R and R1100RT bikes are under appreciated.

Was fortunate to have a 1996 R1100R last summer, and now have a 2000. The 1100's where a first generation model and the model years after 97 (In my opinion) are more desirable, because they had things sorted out by then. ABS is simple to maintain on this bike and bike is easy to do your own maintenance but 150 K miles is a lot of miles.

The bike, saddlebags, Nolan helmet, BMW riding jacket, BMW rainsuit, brand new motorcycle cover, A CLYMER repair, maintenance, and service book, a "More proficient motorcycling" book, new front brake pads (the ones on the bike are good to), three quarts of BMW synthetic oil, one new oil filter and wrench, several extra keys, and manuals to. Easy to use forum for tips, comments, questions and answers: BMW R 1100 R discussions. The BMW flat twins wear their weight well so the 500+ lbs isn't as bad as it sounds.

The problem with it for a newbie is the power and torque is on the high side for someone of your size. If you really want a BMW, you might be better served by an F700 or F800 which are just as smooth as the 1100 while offering more new-rider friendly, power levels. The intention of this site is to combine people with similar interests (BMW R-bikes!) in one place - this is the best way to get a focused discussion going.

So, all of you lurkers, feel free to join in the conversations. Thoughts on 1996 BMW R1100R? I've been half looking at an upgrade for years now. Found a '96 R1100R for $2k.

Has almost 92k miles on it. Looks to be in good shape. Guy has had it about 2 years and put in a bit of money catching up on maintenance.

He's getting hitched and wants the money for his honeymoon (or so the story goes). Any thoughts? Things to look out for? Late 1100 (98/99) oilheads are basically indestructible.

Keep on your maintenance and it will go several hundred thousand miles. True. There are three inevitable issues with these bikes, and none are very terrible.

Hall effect sensor, fuel tank lining, and driveshaft output seal. The HES failing will strand you. BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum - Sponsored by the R1100S Registry, here is the forum for you to exchange ideas, questions, parts and stories!