Newb Introduction
 

Hey All,

Just wanted to introduce myself. I just joined the board and have recently joined the motorcycle world after 17 years.

I purchased a 2004 R1100 S with the technical help and prodding of a couple of friends. Ok, so I wanted the bike and I used their ideas as justification :D

Went on a decent ride into the city today and absolutely loved it. The only thing I've ever ridden was a dirt bike, and the difference is astounding! I wish I'd have known about this before I bought my car...I'd have bought the bike first :)

Neocryptica

welcome SmileWavy

Welcome, mysterious new stranger!

Its a great bike. It really grows on you too. Welcome.

welcome! jeez cryptica is right!! Where are you? What are you? boy,girl both?

Mysterious Stranger
 

mysterious stranger indeed...

Though I don't know his userid, a friend of mine turned me on to this forum when I was looking at buying my beamer.

I live in Glenpool Oklahoma and am of the male persuasion...
both might get a little confusing when shopping for gear...lol

I posted a pic of the bike on the First Bike thread if you want to see it. I was kind of questioning the color at first, but it grew on me and I'm loving it now.

piedmont red metallic

Welcome to the Asylum... strange people living here... strange... HELLO?... HELLO?

I guess I need to take some of the blame for that one. Just spreadin' the good word and doing my part in converting the world to two wheels.

Its a great choice, but I remember how strange it was to transition from the dirt to the street. It took me probably two years before I quit looking for berms to turn. Still not quite sure how these things turn so quick -- its dangerous I tell you. And get those elbows down!

Welcome neocryptica...Oh I'm just an Okie from Musk...a place where even Squares can have...an White lightnin...

Hopefully you'll be able to ride to the Falling Leaf w/Brad next Fall for a Pelican Ride!

Welcome. I have the same year bike and I've spent a bunch of time documenting farkle installation (and some maintenance). http://r1100s.2zars.com/ Lots of good people who are willing to share their knowledge and encouragement. Have fun!!

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone.
I've been riding everyday this weekend and, though cold, have had a ton of fun. I'm loving the street bike experience so far.

R111S, Brad and I have been talking about hitting a few of the rides lately. I haven't heard of the falling Leaf yet, but we're looking at the event in Crane, MO. I've been reading into a ride called the Tail of the Dragon...looks like fun, and will probably do that one this summer at some point :)

New at this
 

Hello everyone, I am new to this motorcycle bit. I need help deciding what kind of bike to get for my wife. Shes not a large woman, but shes strong! Kicks my butt anyway. Any ideas? We like to ride recreationally. Regards.

Max

Welcome Neocryptica, nice bike. I have the same year and color. You won't find many who will admit it, but red really is the fastest :D. Or maybe it just looks the best... I always get confused on that one!

Do you need an official BMW touch-up paint kit for it? I have one I'll let go cheap.

...welkommen das Cryptia and Madmax76...

Madmax76 asks the question...me sez F650 or maybe an SV650 (non-BayEm).