2015 BMW R1200R - Ride and Review

Thanks to Island BMW, in Victoria BC, I had a great time reviewing the 2015 BMW R12000R. What a fantastic road bike! I wish I had a bigger garage and more money...

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[norcalben]

Nice review. I came to this bike from a 2012 'R' and agree with the lighter feel & lower center of gravity. The quick shiftier is butter smooth under hard acceleration which the only time I use it. Agree that dynamic mode is hard on the street, better for a smooth track. Just took a trip through the southern sierra mountains in CA and it is very 'chuck-able' on fast twisty roads. To answer another comment, "what;s the point of BMWs, " this bike is not an all out sport bike but it can keep up with the best, it's not an all out touring bike but is approaching the comfort of the best,  If you want an all out sports bike get the 1000RR. Touring? Get a 1200RT or K1600. BMWs are built like a Swiss watch and every time you turn the key you go.

[sleepy_dobe]

appreciate the review. overall a good one, but i think you've got the Dynamic mode wrong. Some makers call it Dynamic, some Sports, but in essence, it firms things up, quickens the engine response etc etc. And when you have the mechanics and electronics set up that way, the riding style also has to change. If you still ride the bike in a leisurely way, taking it easy while the bike is in Dynamic mode, then you're not gonna like it cos the ride would be too firm, the engine too abrupt.

Bottomline, if the bike is in Dynamic mode, you have to be in Dynamic mode too. If you wanna take it easy, don't switch to Dynamic mode.

[Wavesum]

I bought one just from a test ride .Amazing bike to ride and lots of fun .Dynamic engine mode is the one to use, leave suspension on road.After first service its even better

[TheMrWaby]

So want one! Bang on about this being a road trip bike. No wonder it's refered to as the "Gentleman's Express".

[polysign]

I rode it for an hour and did some hooligan stuff with it in the city and outside the city. It's definately capable for all type of riding. So don't agree all the way on your review :)

[RidingTusCanY]

Nice test! Lovely bike, too expensive for my pocket but defenitely a very nice one. I'm more into the F800r budget.

[hunkkwoizer]

g8 vid bro i like ur kind of review... going slow on country roads my kind of drivvinng style. keep it up subbed!!

[gabygybonu]

Nice review...I am gonna go to try one...thank you for taking the time to do this video

[SwabianBiker]

Thank you for the great Video, I like it! i've bought one after a testride, its easy to ride, like a bicycle, everything is well done by BMW!

[Ducati_Dude]

Awesome review... Ask your buds at Island to let you take a K1600GTL out for a review. Would like to hear your thoughts on a big touring beast...

[avdive]

Nice video review thank you;. can you please tell which camera and microphone you using ?

[ripmax]

how i wish they make a 650 version, even lower. something more affordable, lighter, and not over the top. this is really a beautiful bike but way expensive and has to much power that i will ever need.

[terryjohn]

thank you for the great review..might be getting me one in say not far future.
anyone kniw the fuel range.thanks

[jsprite]

Quick-shifting happens better at 4K plus RPM.

[edzaslow]

Expensive to buy and own.  Once you put the BMW panniers and windscreen on it, it's $19, 440 US plus tax tag and title.

[StaceySchroederCanada]

Zordflea if you can could you please explain to me the point of these bmws? I've been into motorcycles for almost my entire 47 years and yet to understand them. It's a $17k motorcycle.... I understand the focus of all the other companies and found your site for the multi. Btw Toronto here :)

[CLbiker]

switch from GS to this one cause majority of my time is commuting between places in the town.

[michaeljkasnter]

I test drove this bike last week, i felt it was under powered and the price was just stupid!! So i went i got a KTM 1290 Super Duke!! 4k less and 4times the bike, Unreal torque and just brutal speeds in a blink of an eye!! The bike only needs 3 speeds, top 3 gears are a waste!

[spenney]

Beautiful bike to ride. Top speed 208 klm...Not fast enough!

[bepsiguy]

I am confused between R1200R and the s1000r. Any recommendations?