One of a kind in NZ?

[Mountlocal1]

Only one in NZ according to the people in the know...

Is that person a member here?

Im not a huge fan of BM's but I think its pretty sexy..:love:

What do you think?

[Blackshear]

Dunno about that engine poking out the side :shutup:

[Highlander]

Never been a fan of BMW looks, but they are growing on me.

For an Ugly Fat Girl I'd bet she can get up and dance.:woohoo:

[Mountlocal1]

Never been a fan of BMW looks, but they are growing on me.

For an Ugly Fat Girl I'd bet she can get up and dance.:woohoo:

Yeah, they are growing on me too.

Although at 178kgs I wouldnt call her fat...

[boomer]

Engine covers have been scraped already, obvioulsy a ground clearance issue.

[cambridgedan]

i know why there is only one in NZ, .....
because no one wants one :sick:

[Highlander]

Although at 178kgs I wouldnt call her fat...

Perhaps it is just the bulges below the waist that give that appearance


Engine covers have been scraped already, obvioulsy a ground clearance issue.

Still would have had a good lean on to do that.
I'm cornering quicker and more confidently on my BMW than I ever did the CB haven't scraped anything yet (not in a hurry to either). Still not riding fast mind you.


Dunno about that engine poking out the side :shutup:

Boxer engine helps keep your feet warm.

[Taz]

Is that the DOHC model?

[EJK]

That is the hottest BMW. Better looking than the S1000RR?

[Highlander]

That is the hottest BMW.

Which isn't saying much. - Prettiest pig in the pen? :dodge:

Unless you are talking about mine.

[tri boy]

Yeah, they are growing on me too.


You havn't spent the last 12mths in PNG, just to throw your hard earned pingers at a bloody BMW.:nono:
(Scrambler, yes):clap:

When you dragging your sorry arse back here, and dossing down at chez tri boy's?
(Kanny is practicing her chocolate pudding recipe for the occasion) :drool:

[idleidolidyll]

nice bike but way too expensive for what you get; better off with something else

[Mikkel]

The HP2 Motard breaks one of the first laws of reality - it wheelies, and it is a shaft drive.
There's one of these machines in the Chch area.

[hospitalfood]

bmw's grow on you. be warned.

[idleidolidyll]

bmw's grow on you. be warned.

they do indeed

i swore i'd never get one but now i'm old and grey i have one in the shed and i actually like it in its limited way

that said though, the HP2 special thing I saw in Experience, Kingsland was just overpriced at about $45k

some time ago i was returning from a bit of a spin around the Kaiaua loop and came across an HP2. I followed it for a while then got bored and passed it; the rider tried very hard to keep up but soon disappeared from my mirrors

my 55HP single was the better bike in the twisty bits and I expect there are many other bikes that would be better than the HP2 in the more open stuff.

that said, i'd love a ride and i celebrate the choice.

buy it and just be different

[Highlander]

bmw's grow on you. be warned.

Took one for a test ride just to rule it out.

Bought it.

Lovin it.

[knottsav]

That was my fatal mistake as well....born again rider because of a test ride on a sunny day. Thankfully...not in the 40-50yo bracket yet as with the other post. :rolleyes:

Curious as to why the Beemer hate here though? :confused:


Took one for a test ride just to rule it out.

Bought it.

Lovin it.

[Highlander]

I think the Boxer engine looks ugly.
They are percieved as an overpriced bike for Greybeards.

Reality is I got mine for the same price as several Japanese bikes of double the mileage (kilometerage?) of the same year that I thought seriously about. I guess that is the joy of buying pre used?

The R 1100 S just felt so right I couldn't go past it, and I think they are the best looking BMW ever made.

[knottsav]

I was always a jap fan....had most brands. My wife always liked the BMW tourers....I was not convinced. As for the boxer, I have to admit I wondered about scraping the thing on a lean.....but I'd have to be seriously leaning to do so....I think I'd worry more about the state of my pants first.

I know my bike is ugly....but it is so ugly I think its attractive...go figure. Like you...price was right and I am back in the saddle again. So I am a happy camper.


I think the Boxer engine looks ugly.
They are percieved as an overpriced bike for Greybeards.

Reality is I got mine for the same price as several Japanese bikes of double the mileage (kilometerage?) of the same year that I thought seriously about. I guess that is the joy of buying pre used?

The R1100 just felt so right I couldn't go past it, and I think they are the best looking BMW ever made.

[Forest]

Curious as to why the Beemer hate here though? :confused:

There's a simple explanation.

Most people here have never ridden one.

[igor]

i know why there is only one in NZ, .....
because no one wants one :sick:

at least he can ride his:banana:

it ant parked up and I am sure BMW give him a loaner when hes in for a service

[Mountlocal1]

Is that the DOHC model?

Sure is... See attached pic.

[Mountlocal1]

Engine covers have been scraped already, obvioulsy a ground clearance issue.

Hmm... I guess thats why they have replaceable engine "sliders"...

[Mountlocal1]

You havn't spent the last 12mths in PNG, just to throw your hard earned pingers at a bloody BMW.:nono:
(Scrambler, yes):clap:

When you dragging your sorry arse back here, and dossing down at chez tri boy's?
(Kanny is practicing her chocolate pudding recipe for the occasion) :drool:

Ha ha... I havnt saved any money yet! Although I am now debt free which is great! :banana:

Will be back early September for a couple weeks... Will be in touch to bookm my accommodation...

Mmmm.... Chocolate pudding... :drool: