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BMW R1100S (1998 - 2005)

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BMW R1100S (1998 - 2005)

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The BMW R1100S isn't going to radically change sportsbike rider's perception of Beemers overnight but it's actually a pretty capable track bike. And a very good road one. Lining up in the fast group of the trackday waiting to go out on track I was a bit unsure on how the ...  Continue reading

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studley
If you can forget all the latest bikes BHP figures, 1/4 miles times, top speed figures ect. And enjoy actually riding your bike in the REAL world, you would love a BMW boxer. I found with my own R1100S that onc Continue reading...

sizzler
great bike and a super comfortable machine,nice handling ,i got 43000 miles on mine and runs like a dream. Continue reading...

buells1
I sure love mine. Continue reading...

tigertim59
A great tourer and sports bike capable of staying with most! Continue reading...
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Kookie

Sorry but not sure where to ask a question

My local BMW Dealer in South Africa has a R1200S which looks as if it could be a fun track bike but I can find no detail on it.

Can anyone help?

Kookie

Posted: 22/03/2010 at 14:10


Atasas Kara
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/bmw-r1100s-r1200s-tech-forum/

Posted: 08/03/2012 at 17:11

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Very capable alternative to a sports tourer. Great second hand buy.
 
It takes a fair amount of effort to get the Sport to change direction and it's a big bike.
  • Price: £8310.00
  • Year: 1998 - 2005
  • Engine capacity: 1085cc
  • Power: 97bhp
  • Torque: 72lb ft
  • Weight: 208kg
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