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[888heaven]

Has anyone test rode the BWM R1100S Im thinking of changing my Guzzi Lemans5 as the fairing is not good enough at motorway speeds any coments would be appreciated.
thanks

[psychlist]

Fast, comfortable, steady, reliable but staid, what more could you want from a commuter. It's not what you'd call an exciting bike, but a skilfull rider could show most superbike jockeys a thing or two

[Rob B]

I have one as well as my 888. What Psychlist said, except staid, but with the added ability to hack all across Europe whilst having a laugh. he's right about beating up the ricburners too.

Oh yes, agricultural gearbox too.

Rgds, Rob

[888heaven]

Thanks chaps
Took one out on saturday and yes the gearbox is just like my Guzzi agricultural,enjoyed 2 hours mixed riding handles very similiar to the guzz but far more power and smoother with it.
very impressed so if anyone is interested in a totaly restored Lemans IV all st/st bolts etc about £2000 spent on resto I will be putting on the market in august when I come back from hols.

[Iconic944ss]

After test riding a boxer cup last year - I think buying an ST4 would be a more suitable option