Hello sir from South Africa 🇿🇦. I was looking for a k13s, but came accross a K1200s with only 11k kilos on the bike. Now I am considering the K12. Very seldom will a bike come up with low mileage like that. Would you know the main differences better the 2 bikes? apart from bigger engine capacity.... thanks for the nice review, and ride safe....
@russellsrides7458 Жыл бұрын
I don't know too much about the k1300, although a friend has one and loves it
@christopherblack67352 жыл бұрын
hey man where did you get the bag from?
@jackreacher52992 жыл бұрын
Awesome man! Just picked one up myself. Apparently the Idle issue can be connected to the air intake box, one fix is to replace it with a K 1300 box.
@russellsrides74582 жыл бұрын
Nice!! Hope you like it...Enjoy!!
@garrygerke53742 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this video, did it come with torque specs for the bolts ?
@russellsrides74582 жыл бұрын
I can't remember if it came with torque specs, but assume would be the same torque as the original bolts
@medioman743 жыл бұрын
HI, are they effective? i mean, do you know someone who dropped the bike with non consequences?
@russellsrides74583 жыл бұрын
I don't have any examples of if they would be effective, however I'm pretty confident that your bike would be quite well protected in a tip-over. A crash probably wouldn't matter. I do know the plastics and other bits can be very expensive to replace, so extra protection can't hurt. They also look good, excellent place to add driving lights, which will make you more visible and bags are available to attach too.
@medioman743 жыл бұрын
@@russellsrides7458 thank you
@merijnsakko5973 жыл бұрын
Any more insights on the F800 comparison you made in the start of the video? I'm quite interested in these two specific bikes. My take is that the F800 (ST) would be my sensible choice, while the K1200S is just much more 'bike' in every aspect. Including weight, which makes me doubt even more: I can pretty easy flick the F800 around (had it for a short test ride), but adding like 50 kilo's in weight might for me be the difference in easy manouvring or scared to drop it every time I try to take it out the garage.. 😅
@russellsrides74583 жыл бұрын
I think it would depend on your riding experience. Both bikes are great. The F800 has plenty of power, lightweight and easy to ride, but for me seemed to be more of a beginner or intermediate ride, based on bikes I've owned before. For unknown reasons to me, they weren't overly popular, so can be found for a great price. The K1200S checks all the boxes...smooth, easy to handle, inline 4 sounds amazing, well balanced, so easy to move around the garage and very fast, but I wouldn't recommend it for a beginner, or relatively new rider.
@merijnsakko5973 жыл бұрын
@@russellsrides7458 Won't say I'm a beginner, but far from an expert rider as well. I do compromise a possible lack of experience with carefulness and previous owner a Triumph Sprint 1050 and a SpeedFour (similar to the TT600) The SpeedFour was to small for my legs, but loved the light weight playfulness. The Sprint suited me better in riding position, but with just 74kg, gave me a hard time manouvring it around. Guess I'm just afraid I'll find the F800a but of a dull but, as it doesn't stand out like the K12.
@russellsrides74583 жыл бұрын
Merijn Sakko sounds like you're not in the beginner category. In my opinion, dull is a good description for the F800...it will get you where you want to go, with reliability along with good looks, but the K1200S will put a big smile on your face every time you ride it...and the more you ride it, the more confident you'll be.
@merijnsakko597 Жыл бұрын
@rhdrivingslovenia6413 Thanks, late but appreciated still! I actually ended up with an Italian for a few months (Aprilla Shiver 750), but now I'm back to Triumph with a '08 Speed Triple.
@bozidarkaniski8123 жыл бұрын
👍
@shiftyshamsk3 жыл бұрын
Radiator has to come off to change the plugs and the clutch is an issue on these. Blue and white is nice tho.
@daytrading54564 жыл бұрын
Nice thing about this generation Monster is you can change colors easily. Get the red skins when you feel like going red.
@russellsrides74584 жыл бұрын
That's true, although original Ducati skins can be expensive. Made in China skins might be ok, but I think I'd only do that if I damaged the original
@daytrading54564 жыл бұрын
@@russellsrides7458 Expense, yes. But I picked up the OEM red ones (tank and tail) on ebay for like $300. I think they were off a 796 or 696.
@russellsrides74584 жыл бұрын
@@daytrading5456 Nice! Now that kinda price is doable!
@DRSmith-wq4td4 жыл бұрын
The black is gay dude....you got ripped
@russellsrides74584 жыл бұрын
Always fun getting a new to you bike...let me know if you picked one up and how you're liking it
@fabzrustrider98384 жыл бұрын
Very fast awesome video 👍🏾💯🇯🇲 I kept hitting the horn every time I try to cancel the indicator
@fabzrustrider98384 жыл бұрын
Nice bike 👍🏾💯🇯🇲
@tonyhughes17514 жыл бұрын
My Mother always said to me, there are 2 types of biker, the ones who have had a crash, and the ones that are going to have one. True I think, I have had mine and I assure you, the outcome was not good. Ride safe people.
@shiftyshamsk4 жыл бұрын
These problems were sorted out on the K1300s. They get a few problems with the clutch but you can get an updated 1300 fitted at BMW. Radiator and down pipe problems too.
@markhelas6404 жыл бұрын
I have the termi exhaust and it has a matched ecu. I believe you get a little more power. Love mine.
@wowitswill4 жыл бұрын
Great video. What windscreen do you have?
@russellsrides74584 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure it's a factory windshield...smoked black...I can send you pics if you like...email [email protected]
@whyistherumgonewrightstory83845 жыл бұрын
I’m looking at the 07 bmw k 1200 s as my first bike any tips
@russellsrides74585 жыл бұрын
The BMW K1200S is a fantastic bike and has definitely been one of my favourites. Other than routine maintenance, like oil changes, I haven't had to do anything to the bike, nor have I had any issues with the bike. I can certainly understand why you're looking at buying one, but I'm not sure it should be your first bike...There are some things you should consider and ask yourself, when acquiring your first ride. What is your skill level in handling a motorcycle? Most people learn on a smaller bike, which is lighter and easier to maneuver and upgrade as their confidence and riding ability improves. An introductory riding course is highly recommended and those are usually completed on a small 250 and even after that, it's only given you the very basics in motorcycle riding. The real experience takes time on the roads and remember, you're not protected with seat belts and steel. Sit on the bike for fit. Do you feel comfortable on it? Does it feel too big or just right? Jumping straight into a 1200cc 165 HP motorcycle may not be a wise decision for a new rider. They are capable of speeds in access of 270kmph, which could be deadly in an inexperienced riders hands. You can be seriously injured or killed on any motorcycle, so you must ride with your ability and not the bike's capability. If you jump straight into a high performance motorcycle, you must respect what it can do...a simple twist of the throttle could put you into trouble pretty quickly. Take your time and get used to your bike in a controlled manner. So, now I've gotten the downer out of the way, here are the pluses with the BMW K1200S from my perspective as an experienced rider. The bike is a little heavy at about 500ibs, but it is well balanced and has a low seat height and I can easily flat foot. It's extremely smooth and shifts through the gears beautifully. The riding position is quite upright and is very comfortable and easy to maneuver at both slow and fast speeds. It has heated grips, which is a nice feature on a chilly day here in Canada. I like having a gear indicator, so I always know what gear I'm in...especially when down shifting and clutch control is effortless. The bike has great aerodynamics and cuts through the wind with ease with very little wind buffering and I imagine it would be a great long distance bike. The BMW K1200S is a beautiful well made motorcycle and I highly recommend them...ride safe! Let me know how you make out!
@whyistherumgonewrightstory83845 жыл бұрын
Russell's Rides thanks for the reply and tips. I really appreciate the information . As for me I have been wanting a Harley Davidson road glide but those touring bikes are a bit out of my price range . I can handle big heavy bike is slow speed lol . I’m 31 and a slow roll lol more interested in a 80 mile round trip to work and the small bike like 300cc a lot ruff of a ride with 18 wheelers and highway speed 75-80 for 40 miles one way I have been able to test ride the bmw on the highway it feels better in the application I’m looking for well see next week
@russellsrides74585 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you're more than capable of handing this bike. It's great on the highway..very stable and you won't be blown around. Everyone has a Harley...you'll look way cooler on the BMW lol
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Hello sir from South Africa 🇿🇦. I was looking for a k13s, but came accross a K1200s with only 11k kilos on the bike. Now I am considering the K12. Very seldom will a bike come up with low mileage like that. Would you know the main differences better the 2 bikes? apart from bigger engine capacity.... thanks for the nice review, and ride safe....
I don't know too much about the k1300, although a friend has one and loves it
hey man where did you get the bag from?
Awesome man! Just picked one up myself. Apparently the Idle issue can be connected to the air intake box, one fix is to replace it with a K 1300 box.
Nice!! Hope you like it...Enjoy!!
Thanks for sharing this video, did it come with torque specs for the bolts ?
I can't remember if it came with torque specs, but assume would be the same torque as the original bolts
HI, are they effective? i mean, do you know someone who dropped the bike with non consequences?
I don't have any examples of if they would be effective, however I'm pretty confident that your bike would be quite well protected in a tip-over. A crash probably wouldn't matter. I do know the plastics and other bits can be very expensive to replace, so extra protection can't hurt. They also look good, excellent place to add driving lights, which will make you more visible and bags are available to attach too.
@@russellsrides7458 thank you
Any more insights on the F800 comparison you made in the start of the video? I'm quite interested in these two specific bikes. My take is that the F800 (ST) would be my sensible choice, while the K1200S is just much more 'bike' in every aspect. Including weight, which makes me doubt even more: I can pretty easy flick the F800 around (had it for a short test ride), but adding like 50 kilo's in weight might for me be the difference in easy manouvring or scared to drop it every time I try to take it out the garage.. 😅
I think it would depend on your riding experience. Both bikes are great. The F800 has plenty of power, lightweight and easy to ride, but for me seemed to be more of a beginner or intermediate ride, based on bikes I've owned before. For unknown reasons to me, they weren't overly popular, so can be found for a great price. The K1200S checks all the boxes...smooth, easy to handle, inline 4 sounds amazing, well balanced, so easy to move around the garage and very fast, but I wouldn't recommend it for a beginner, or relatively new rider.
@@russellsrides7458 Won't say I'm a beginner, but far from an expert rider as well. I do compromise a possible lack of experience with carefulness and previous owner a Triumph Sprint 1050 and a SpeedFour (similar to the TT600) The SpeedFour was to small for my legs, but loved the light weight playfulness. The Sprint suited me better in riding position, but with just 74kg, gave me a hard time manouvring it around. Guess I'm just afraid I'll find the F800a but of a dull but, as it doesn't stand out like the K12.
Merijn Sakko sounds like you're not in the beginner category. In my opinion, dull is a good description for the F800...it will get you where you want to go, with reliability along with good looks, but the K1200S will put a big smile on your face every time you ride it...and the more you ride it, the more confident you'll be.
@rhdrivingslovenia6413 Thanks, late but appreciated still! I actually ended up with an Italian for a few months (Aprilla Shiver 750), but now I'm back to Triumph with a '08 Speed Triple.
👍
Radiator has to come off to change the plugs and the clutch is an issue on these. Blue and white is nice tho.
Nice thing about this generation Monster is you can change colors easily. Get the red skins when you feel like going red.
That's true, although original Ducati skins can be expensive. Made in China skins might be ok, but I think I'd only do that if I damaged the original
@@russellsrides7458 Expense, yes. But I picked up the OEM red ones (tank and tail) on ebay for like $300. I think they were off a 796 or 696.
@@daytrading5456 Nice! Now that kinda price is doable!
The black is gay dude....you got ripped
Always fun getting a new to you bike...let me know if you picked one up and how you're liking it
Very fast awesome video 👍🏾💯🇯🇲 I kept hitting the horn every time I try to cancel the indicator
Nice bike 👍🏾💯🇯🇲
My Mother always said to me, there are 2 types of biker, the ones who have had a crash, and the ones that are going to have one. True I think, I have had mine and I assure you, the outcome was not good. Ride safe people.
These problems were sorted out on the K1300s. They get a few problems with the clutch but you can get an updated 1300 fitted at BMW. Radiator and down pipe problems too.
I have the termi exhaust and it has a matched ecu. I believe you get a little more power. Love mine.
Great video. What windscreen do you have?
I'm pretty sure it's a factory windshield...smoked black...I can send you pics if you like...email [email protected]
I’m looking at the 07 bmw k 1200 s as my first bike any tips
The BMW K1200S is a fantastic bike and has definitely been one of my favourites. Other than routine maintenance, like oil changes, I haven't had to do anything to the bike, nor have I had any issues with the bike. I can certainly understand why you're looking at buying one, but I'm not sure it should be your first bike...There are some things you should consider and ask yourself, when acquiring your first ride. What is your skill level in handling a motorcycle? Most people learn on a smaller bike, which is lighter and easier to maneuver and upgrade as their confidence and riding ability improves. An introductory riding course is highly recommended and those are usually completed on a small 250 and even after that, it's only given you the very basics in motorcycle riding. The real experience takes time on the roads and remember, you're not protected with seat belts and steel. Sit on the bike for fit. Do you feel comfortable on it? Does it feel too big or just right? Jumping straight into a 1200cc 165 HP motorcycle may not be a wise decision for a new rider. They are capable of speeds in access of 270kmph, which could be deadly in an inexperienced riders hands. You can be seriously injured or killed on any motorcycle, so you must ride with your ability and not the bike's capability. If you jump straight into a high performance motorcycle, you must respect what it can do...a simple twist of the throttle could put you into trouble pretty quickly. Take your time and get used to your bike in a controlled manner. So, now I've gotten the downer out of the way, here are the pluses with the BMW K1200S from my perspective as an experienced rider. The bike is a little heavy at about 500ibs, but it is well balanced and has a low seat height and I can easily flat foot. It's extremely smooth and shifts through the gears beautifully. The riding position is quite upright and is very comfortable and easy to maneuver at both slow and fast speeds. It has heated grips, which is a nice feature on a chilly day here in Canada. I like having a gear indicator, so I always know what gear I'm in...especially when down shifting and clutch control is effortless. The bike has great aerodynamics and cuts through the wind with ease with very little wind buffering and I imagine it would be a great long distance bike. The BMW K1200S is a beautiful well made motorcycle and I highly recommend them...ride safe! Let me know how you make out!
Russell's Rides thanks for the reply and tips. I really appreciate the information . As for me I have been wanting a Harley Davidson road glide but those touring bikes are a bit out of my price range . I can handle big heavy bike is slow speed lol . I’m 31 and a slow roll lol more interested in a 80 mile round trip to work and the small bike like 300cc a lot ruff of a ride with 18 wheelers and highway speed 75-80 for 40 miles one way I have been able to test ride the bmw on the highway it feels better in the application I’m looking for well see next week
Sounds like you're more than capable of handing this bike. It's great on the highway..very stable and you won't be blown around. Everyone has a Harley...you'll look way cooler on the BMW lol
How’s the bike doing?