New r1250rs

[RIQUE]

A friend is getting a new R1250RS. No yet delivered but we are planning a trip.
I wonder if anybody here as one and has compared to the 1200. I hope new engine
won´t smoke me too bad. I have iridium plugs, full Akra exhaust, K&N Filter etc.
Still, new engine pulls 136HP.

[ckcarr]

I'm sorry but you (we) are now riding "vintage" machinery.

Enjoy the vintage ride for what it is. Still plenty fast, but is not a new bike.

The great thing about your and my vintage rides is that they have a cool/wow factor these days.

[RIQUE]

Indeed it is still fast. Faster than all the new GS bikes around. Plus with Ohlins on it
its so plush to ride.

[Chris216]

I have one of the new 1250RS' and unfortunately your friend will indeed have a lot of power on you (mostly torque really). But the 1100s is more nimble and handles just as well.

Chris

[RIQUE]

Originally Posted by Chris216

I have one of the new 1250RS' and unfortunately your friend will indeed have a lot of power on you (mostly torque really). But the 1100s is more nimble and handles just as well.

Chris

Oh, 1100 is no contest. But the 1200 I think can compete

[Chris216]

Sorry, I forgot you have a 1200, yeah I imagine that would be pretty close.
Chris