BMW R1100S Reviews

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“BMW's Return To Fun Days”

Written on: 23/05/2012 by Camraom (1 review written)

I have now owned my R1100S for 11 years although it is now 12 years old, but still in showroom condition. I have the same paint job as the photo displayed here, this was a special paint job from BMW and you had to pay extra for it. It is an excellent all rounder, great for touring or commuting. We have been over to Switzerland and on down in to Italy many times and it has never once given us any trouble, although if you are tall like me you are ready to stretch your legs by the time the fuel... (read more)

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Written on: 23/05/2012

I see one review mentions 16,000 trouble free miles, I should add that my bike has now done nearly 48,000 miles and a lot of serious trips and takes it all in its stride!!

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“I cannot fault the BMW R1100S as a sports tourer 16000...”

Written on: 21/12/2008 by tadsawyer rp

I cannot fault the BMW R1100S as a sports tourer 16000 miles at home and abroad its been pushed hard at times and comes back for more this bike grows on you after a while no real problems if maintained it does not get a lot better than this one happy owner. (read more)

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“Great bike for the money, no real successsor yet in...”

Written on: 26/06/2008 by cyclonejack (1 review written)

Great bike for the money, no real successsor yet in the BMW line-up so expect to see a revised S/ST/RS in the future if you wish to wait. Many have fiddled with this great machine so look for mods. Ohlins is a great change, disconnecting ABS not so great. Buyer beware. (read more)

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“The low-slung, bulletproof Boxer keeps this bike's...”

Written on: 18/02/2008 by Aerospacemaniac (1 review written)

The low-slung, bulletproof Boxer keeps this bike's center of gravity very low, providing much better handling than what's usually expected from a 500-pound sport-tourer. The BMW R1100S leans a bit toward the "sport" end of the sport-touring spectrum in terms of handling, but has long-haul comfort that's much appreciated after a few hours in the saddle, thanks to a great seat design and an upright seating position. The shaft drive is much smoother than a chain and requires less maintenance,... (read more)

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“O where do I begin? I think its one of the best...”

Written on: 24/04/2010

O where do I begin? I think its one of the best looking bikes their are out there. The quality of the ride and even though its shaft driven the gear changes are just smooth and a joy to do, not like my old Honda NT650v that used to feel like a truck. The BM is a bit thirsty but having said that. The joy too ride her far out weighs any neggative fule prices. I 130/50 miles on a tank at 127 per ltr. I've riden for 2 years and was always looking for my perfect bike in that time. I didn't fancy... (read more)

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Written on: 16/08/2010

I found this review very helpful because...it up to date and I am speculating now to exchange or trade my 2010 GSX650f ialso want somthing in beetwen & interesting a bit difrent from the pack, tom

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“The R1100R is not a race bike but a fast sport touring...”

Written on: 25/01/2010

The R1100R is not a race bike but a fast sport touring bike(how many times do you want to go 140mph)this is a great to look, at good handling, confortable reliable bike that will be a future classic. (read more)

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“The BMW R1100Sl is always a head turner, and always...”

Written on: 02/02/2009 by overthebar (1 review written)

The BMW R1100Sl is always a head turner, and always the smoothest and fast bike in the Pack. Always wants to go faster, whether it is up a hill or around a curve. (read more)

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“This is a delightful motorcycle. It grabs the road...”

Written on: 08/09/2008 by x97256 (1 review written)

This is a delightful motorcycle. It grabs the road unbelievably well, runs completely quiet, and has more torque then it appears to have. This is by far my favorite bike. WARNING*** If you buy it, you'll never want to stop riding! (read more)

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“I've owned my 2004 BMW R1100S BCR since May. I love...”

Written on: 05/07/2008

I've owned my 2004 BMW R1100S BCR since May. I love the bike but it is definitely more show than go. It has a great paint scheme, but mechanically its the same as a regular R1100S. When I got the bike it had 7600 miles on it. Its now been a little over a month and I have put over 4000 plus miles on it and have loved every minute of it. In those miles I rode part of highway 421 in TN. It had 489 curves in 12 miles. This is where the Boxer showed its worth and performed flawlessly. (read more)

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“I just purchased a used '04 R1100S BCR back in May....”

Written on: 05/07/2008

I just purchased a used '04 R1100S BCR back in May. Overall I love the bike. As for the replica part, its a lot more show than go. I mean the paint scheme is awesome, the bike handles extremely well, but when its all said in done its still an R1100S just with a great paint scheme. (read more)

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“I bought my 2000 BMW R1100S brand new in January of...”

Written on: 09/04/2008 by tomaso1 (1 review written)

I bought my 2000 BMW R1100S brand new in January of 2000 and still own it here in April of 2008. The only change I made was a Corbin Dual Seat for superb comfort. (read more)

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“I've owned my silver/mandarin 2000 BMW R1100S for...”

Written on: 30/08/2005 by UncleMaurice (1 review written)

I've owned my silver/mandarin 2000 BMW R1100S for about two months now (July 2005), and I must say I'm very satisfied with it. It is fairly fast (certainly for a BMW), remarkably comfortable, has a nonconforming look and style and is very easy to ride. About fifteen years ago (at age twenty-five) I've already driven the (also superb) BMW R90S with great pleasure, and I'm truly delighted that several of that 1974 boxer's characteristics have still been retained. At the same time several state... (read more)

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“I bought the BMW R1100S sports bike when it was a year...”

Written on: 22/10/2004 by George Sallows (1 review written)

I bought the BMW R1100S sports bike when it was a year old and had only done a thousand miles. Since then I have been averaging about 1500 miles a month of mixed motorway, country and city riding. The bike is fun to ride in all these environments. The overall width is a minor problem in city traffic, but it's really nice to know that if the wing mirrors go through so does the rest of the bike (unless you have paniers fitted that is!-) (read more)

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