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Thanks for stopping by friend 😊I rarely get caught in the rain as I ride mostly within a three hour radius of my home and don't head out on days that look crappy. Yesterday was blue skies and all clear on the weather apps. Oh well. I'm very happy with my SW Motech bags and my Sargent seat and rear pod. All solid investments for the RS. Like I said in the video, I've talked to some people claiming they got only 5,000 miles out of their Road 6. I'm thinking they either really like having new tires all the time or they ride the Fug out of them doing burnouts, extreme braking and ride on rough roads. Also probably don't keep the tire pressure consistent. I check my tire pressure each time I ride and keep them 34-36 front 40-42 rear. I just checked my receipts to get the accurate number of miles my tires have lasted. My first set of tires were the Metzlers that came with the bike. They were changed out at 12,704 miles (20,439km). However those Metzlers were in really rough shape when I changed them to my first set of Road 6 especially the front it had really bad cupping. My first set of Road 6 lasted 15,383 miles (24,757km). Again not in great shape when I changed them. The rear was squared off and the center line of the tire material was starting to show through. I should have changed them around the 12,000 mile (19,312km) mark. The front tire was in pretty good shape, no cupping. Regardless of how long somebodies' tires last, I wish everyone enjoyable fun filled safe days on two tires!

Thanks. I was excited to head to the bike meet up and then the weather changed so fast. I got so wet. But happy with the new tires.

@Texas2Tires I forgot to comment about that and ask you that those are not the stock tires right? Why did you change? Also the additional commentary on the bags were nice. The ducati riders event will you try again? Did you use rain mode while riding if so did you notice the difference had you ride in regular mode? Just asking

@@p-dub7422 see the comment below I gave to wandering_armadillo about the tires. The Ducati meet up went on as planned, so I missed this one. I'll go to the next one. Some people got there early before the rain and some people live closer to that place than I do. I did use Rain mode. It works well cuts power and the traction control really helps to ensure your rear tire doesn't spin out.

No I did not install bar risers.

Thank you for checking out the video and the kind words, it’s much appreciated. I certainly had fun riding both those bikes. Honestly I had really low expectations for the R18, but it surprised me you get quite a bit of technology for your money especially if you compare it to a Harley Davidson. The only real downsides I see are that there’s no forward controls available which many cruiser riders enjoy and the boxer engine does not sound like a traditional V-twin. Perhaps with Harley Davidson‘s recent troubles in the media, maybe more riders will be checking out the family of R18?

I'm on Road 6. The GT isn't necessary on the RS unless you haul lots of gear and ride two up. The GT is for heavier loads, so like the RT and the K1600 definitely should run the GT. Thanks for checking out the video and posting the question.

@@johnnybravo7733 UK based and my RS now has Michelin Road 6 GT. My tyre/tire dealer is a Bike rubber specialist. The GT version cost me 26.50 USD more for the pair than the Road 6. 440USD for the pair and should give a minimum of 15% more mileage than the 6. The GT uses Michelin's more advanced technology than the 6 as well. 5000 plus miles so far with vet little sign of wear unlike previous Continental and Metzeller. In wet weather they tyre is also superb. In the turns the bike fows side to side far better than previous tyres and the Road 6 others who've moved to GT from the 6 have confirmed. Out anateur conclusion is that the extra ply in the GT maintains the tyre profile better when cornering fast through multiple turns. Some 6GT users here report far far more mileage than the 6.

No can't say that I do. With both cylinders out in the wind, they stay pretty cool.

I'd bring it back to where you bought it. Seems defective.

thanks for checking out the video and sharing your insights appreciate it. In the past if I was going to use my quick shifter in the lower gears I would get the revs up to at least 7000. Now that I have tuned the bike with BTMoto, among many of the improvements is the fact that the quick shifter is now smoother. It’s still not in line for or in line 6 smooth after all it’s still a boxer but it has improved considerably.

The RS is pretty sharp in that white color. Unfortunately or fortunately depending on how you look at it, my friend Chico traded in his RS for a K 1600. I have another friend that has a white RS but his had the red frame which is really interesting. And another friend just bought a 2024 RS triple black. From 2020 to 2023 I didn’t know anyone that owned an RS in my area. Now I know at least five people that have them. It really is an awesome bike And highly underrated

Thanks for checking out the video and commenting. I got the pod from Sargent cycles. I really like the way it looks and I can fit quite a bit of stuff inside. www.sargentcycle.com/TK-660-80-BLK

It’s a combination of many factors first the iPhones run pretty hot and overheat very easily second the quad case is very thick and does not allow the iPhone to breathe the sun and hot temperatures here in Texas are extreme. I now have the iPhone mounted to the right of my windscreen so the wind can hit it it still dims quite a bit but I can see it. I also have Siri giving me the audio directions in my helmet

Thank you kindly for stopping by and checking out the video.

That would be cool! 😎

That must have been an awesome trip. BTW, were you riding on the stock seat or after market? Also do you have a touring windscreen and bar risers?

@@Texas2Tires I rode on the standard seat. I don’t have handle bar risers. Cruise control is a wonderful thing for the wrists. I have a touring. Manufactured by MRA. And it is awesome

Thanks for checking in and watching my latest video. I had a work trip followed by a much needed vacation.

@@Texas2Tires Thanks! I do understand!

No worries. Those things are expected at bike meet ups. We aren’t meeting at a library 😂 😆

Thank you kindly for checking out the video and hope you had fun at the meet up.

Thanks for checking out the video appreciate it. Well now that’s not very friendly of the police. However with that said, riders do need to take some responsibility and act accordingly. Excessive rev bombing, smoke shows and wheelies tend to get groups kicked out of meeting venues. Restaurants and bars have other customers they need to worry about. Safe journeys!!!

Hi thanks for checking out the channel. You can find the information in my other video about the seat and pod. Here is the link: ruclips.net/video/002r_-04nf4/видео.htmlsi=FhpLKzBWGRpWhxI3

Thanks for checking out the video and including your comment and insights. I found the RS to be quite maneuverable. However if memory serves, I believe it’s wheelbase is a little longer than the RT which increases stability but sacrifices a bit of maneuverability

Nice to hear you don’t have issues with your QS.

They definitely help but only to a certain degree when you’re riding in 100+° weather

@@Texas2Tires exactly what's needed here in Central TX 👍

Thanks for dropping by. Really happy to hear the video was useful to you. Also glad you like my intro phrase. I too dislike that “Hey Guys” that a lot of RUclipsrs use. I consider those that watch my videos friends in the wonderful world of motorcycling. Because of riding, I’ve made so many friends through bike meet ups, Facebook groups and other events. Motorcycles are the common denominator that instantly bring people together. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve pulled up to get gas and there was another rider there. Typically we end up in a conversation about our bikes and experiences riding. I don’t think I’ve ever pulled up to a gas station in my car and just started a random conversation with another driver. Thanks again for watching and commenting, appreciate it. Safe Journeys!!! ✌️😎

Agree. I really love my 1250 RS.

Thank you for checking out the channel and commenting with your insights and experience with your helmets. Safe journeys!

Glad it was helpful!

Great to hear, thanks for the input.

Nice to hear. I flashed my bike as well and it’s like having a new bike.

Thanks for checking out the video. However have to disagree with you here. I use my QS all the time. It’s very helpful and after flashing my ecu with BrenTune it’s much smoother and enjoyable.

Thanks for stopping by the channel. What’s the most important part?

Thanks for checking out the video. I hear you I get tired after a while too but I love the bike still

Cool. I’m about to hit 28k. Still loving the RS and no issues at all. Very reliable.

Good to know. For me, I would just order new pads. Sounds too troublesome to cut out new pads. But sounds like you are skilled and not a problem for you also saves some money in the process probably

Thanks for checking out the video. Yeah need to take it for at least a few hours.

Sounds like an awesome setup. Thanks for checking out the video.

Thank you for checking out the video and including your wonderful comment. I appreciate it. In advance hope you enjoy your RS as much as I enjoy mine. I have over 300 videos in my channel I’m sure many of them will be of interest to you showing the different add-ons I’ve bought for my RS. Safe journeys.

@@Texas2Tires Yes indeed. I have already looked into getting the windshield deflector I saw in your Two Year Review video. I'm 5 ft 9 inches, similar to your 5-8, so I want that extra wind protection. Great info for me. I'm sure to be stopping in on your channel often. I have subscribed. Thanks plenty!

@@MichaelJohnBryant Awesome to hear, happy you subscribed your support is very much appreciated. Feel free to ask me any questions along the way. Glad to help out fellow riders especially those riding an RS.

Well at least it isn’t as heavy as a Harley Bagger and has a lot more hp. The inline 6 does give it a unique European race car sound.

I wish it was mine to sell.

Well said! Thank you for checking out the video. Appreciate your insights and seal of approval for the RS. I couldn’t agree more. I’m interested in the new R1300RT. The latest leaked imagines look interesting. Word from my friends at BMW say it will be a smaller lighter sleeker design, which sounds good as many complain about the bulbous front end.

Oh great to hear and a good real world comparison. What do you like best about this bike that pulled you away from getting a new KTM? All the best with the new bike, thanks for checking out the video.

@@Texas2TiresI know it’s nothing original to hear, but reliability. My SD hasn’t been the best: faulty switchgear on left and right of the handlebar, faulty QS sensor, faulty rear brake pump, faulty hydraulic clutch pump, the headlight detached itself for no reason because a retention screw broke while I was riding to have the bike serviced, the electric immobilizer one morning refused to disengage and again I had the bike towed to the dealership. I guess those are not major mechanical problems but all in all didn’t leave me with a lot of trust in KTM. Spare parts and servicing are crazy expensive as soon as you’re out of warranty too. Add to all this that a new 1290 GT was at least a couple of grands more expensive than the GX and I preferred to give another brand a chance having liked the Suzuki’s ergos, mid range punch and electronic suspension. It is a bike with some stupid quirks (screen adjustable only with an allen key? Really Suzuki?) but for someone who wants something in between a sport naked and a touring bike is a really nice platform and more compact and cheaper than a S1000XR

@@Texas2Tiresalso, I fancied trying a new engine platform. I owned a few singles, 2 triples (675 and 1050 triumph), and a few vtwins. Never owned an in-line four but the k5 derived of the GX made a good impression and it’s WAY less tiring to ride than KTM’s 1300cc lc8. The GX feels derived from the GSX range, you feel that chassis underneath is from a smaller bike and when you’re riding it it almost feels like a naked bike, with a little bit of load on the handlebars and the pegs relatively high, coming from sporty naked bikes I liked the familiarity of it compared to something roomier like a s1000xr. Good front end feel too. Front brake master cylinder is subpar though and will have to go shortly for something like a brembo rcs…

@@valebliz Excellent insights, thanks for sharing. It is a good looking bike and that 150 hp out of the box is definitely intriguing. Again congratulations and all the best with the new ride. Are you planning to add a slip on to getting a louder inline 4 sporty note or just keep it stock? Wow your SD sounded like a nightmare. Thus far I've been very happy with my 2020 BMW RS. I take it in for its scheduled maintenance, check the oil and keep the tire pressure set each time I ride. Also keep the battery topped off when not riding it for days in a row. So far, no issues.

@@Texas2Tireshere in Europe we have 3 different specs: base bike, a touring specced one with center stand and bigger windshield, a sport one with Akra slip on and a tinted screen. Both sport and touring specs come with panniers, heated grips, comfort saddles and so on. I’m getting the sport one with the slip on but I don’t think I’ll upgrade to a full exhaust, I live in Italy near the French border and I ride quite a lot in the alps, full exhausts easily become a pain with the police here. Also I’m near 40 and really loud motorcycles are beginning to get on my nerves after a couple of hours of riding 😂

If I could afford one, I’d place it under my big screen TV as functional art.

For me works fine to place the rc2 there. I turn the wireless charging off just in case. This reminds me I need to use the drone some more in videos. Thanks for checking out the video.

Yes it is

The bike is beautiful. I would only buy it if I was rich and could afford to hang it on my wall as a piece of art. It is too leaned over for my old back.

I would think so. Unfortunately can’t test ride it.

Thank you for checking out the video and thanks for the compliment. I really like the hugger. However, BMW should include one stock. Without it, all the electronics under the seat get blasted with road muck.

That looks like a good option. Just depends on each rider's form / function desires.

Thank you for checking out the video. I'm so glad you enjoyed the interview. Quinn is an awesome guy and was very generous with his time, which I really appreciated. I've been lucky to interview three different BMW Ambassadors. I also interviewed Shawn Thomas during the R 1300 GS launch and more recently Nate Kern BMW's sport bike Ambassador. All really cool dudes. If interested, check those videos out as well. Here's the links: Shawn Thomas interview ruclips.net/video/K0clue3yvRw/видео.htmlsi=hUpIvOmWblRAn1mC Shawn Thomas presentation ruclips.net/video/-hOohWCOK-Q/видео.htmlsi=gR9Vl6tUnXV-_MPF Nate Kern ruclips.net/video/9-vV6KYhLfU/видео.htmlsi=wEERRdkog5li23XR Thanks again for tuning in, safe journeys!

Thank you kindly for stopping by and commenting. Yes most certainly, sounds like you're hermetically sealed and ready for space travel. Joking aside, modular helmets are definitely noisier. The new Shoei NeoTec 3 is supposed to be quieter. I'll have to give that a whirl when my NeoTec 2 is up for retirement. I really like the modular system especially here in the hot Texas Summer. It's so nice to be able to flip up the front and breath as well as be able to talk more clearly with riding buddies. Safe Journeys!

@@Texas2Tires I've got the neotec2 as well definitely noiser than most. Also hopping that the 3 is as quiet as they say. Good channel btw cheers.

@@johnsparks211 I interviewed the US distributor of Shoei. He claims that it is quieter. The padding around the underside of the helmet where your head goes in, is definitely beefier and looks like it will close down more wind that's trying to enter under the chin guard. If you didn't see that video, check it out here: ruclips.net/video/itlxJKb8aVA/видео.htmlsi=LMedxjrakWuhgRUw Thank you for the kudos, I'm glad to hear you like the channel.