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by sakm
Tue Jun 15, 2021 7:20 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: Tomtom adapter for Garmin mount 2014 onwards.
Replies: 4
Views: 1167
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Re: Tomtom adapter for Garmin mount 2014 onwards.

I have ordered one of these myself but opted for the cheaper snail mail!


This is for my zumo xt though
by sakm
Tue Jun 15, 2021 7:10 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Crash bars or head covers?
Replies: 6
Views: 1035
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Re: Crash bars or head covers?

Have a look at Illium rear bars, you can fit with any front bars. They are low so don't impact passengers calves and they are quickly removable if you ever ride without bags. There is a UK distributor. sportouring.co.uk Yes I have seen those I also saw the price!  :))  but needs m...
by sakm
Tue Jun 15, 2021 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Crash bars or head covers?
Replies: 6
Views: 1035
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Re: Crash bars or head covers?

Both! Head covers to protect from rocks, crap, etc, thrown up from the road. Engine bars to provide additional protection in the event of a slow speed tip-over. Both it is then  :)) Has anyone had any issues with rear bars interfering with pillions feet? I have heard some people mention it...
by sakm
Mon Jun 14, 2021 10:27 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Crash bars or head covers?
Replies: 6
Views: 1035
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Crash bars or head covers?

As above really


What and why?


My 2016 has head covers already but I am wondering if I should fit crash bars instead? do they offer more protection?
by sakm
Sun Jun 13, 2021 10:18 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: FJR1300 V's R1200RT
Replies: 21
Views: 2720
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Re: FJR1300 V's R1200RT

Welcome! Is that a huge BMW logo on the side of the tank? Is it stuck on? You have just discovered what we BMW riders have known for so long. Namely (and generalising a bit) that the Japanese bikes are all about the magnificent engines viz FJR1300, Kawasaki GTR1400 or supercharged Z1000SX H2, where...
by sakm
Fri Jun 11, 2021 8:25 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: FJR1300 V's R1200RT
Replies: 21
Views: 2720
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Re: FJR1300 V's R1200RT

Thanks


I just can't wait now  :))
by sakm
Fri Jun 11, 2021 7:52 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: FJR1300 V's R1200RT
Replies: 21
Views: 2720
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Re: FJR1300 V's R1200RT

Well I went for the test ride and I must say compare to the FJR its a totally different bike!


Feels so much lighter and easier to ride so much so I bought it


Pick her up on Tuesday
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by sakm
Thu Jun 10, 2021 7:42 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: FJR1300 V's R1200RT
Replies: 21
Views: 2720
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Re: FJR1300 V's R1200RT

Thought I would post a little update on this!


Deposit paid and the sale depends on the test ride tomorrow


Found a 66 plate 14000 miler with loads of bells and whistles
by sakm
Mon Jun 07, 2021 10:19 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: FJR1300 V's R1200RT
Replies: 21
Views: 2720
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Re: FJR1300 V's R1200RT

Sakm,  As for stalling:  It takes a bit of getting used to but, as you slow down in traffic or approaching a stop sign, and you get to the point where my old bike would start bucking due to low revs,  the computer inhibits the stall, but if you don't downshift or engage t...
by sakm
Sun Jun 06, 2021 9:22 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: FJR1300 V's R1200RT
Replies: 21
Views: 2720
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Re: FJR1300 V's R1200RT

Casbar wrote: Now if you want a bike with power, try a K1600. Just got back from a 450 mile trip. My 1250 is in the garage, this is a loaner. Quite liked it

Yes I have thought about that but I think it may well be too big for my needs! but who knows
by sakm
Sun Jun 06, 2021 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Garmin “Lifetime Warranty”
Replies: 4
Views: 605
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Re: Garmin “Lifetime Warranty”

Did you contact Garmin through their official website? as that sound like a scam if you ask me!
by sakm
Sun Jun 06, 2021 9:00 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Garmin Zumo problem
Replies: 23
Views: 1699
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Re: Garmin Zumo problem

Try this place https://zumouserforums.co.uk/


Masses of knowledge on there
by sakm
Sun Jun 06, 2021 8:59 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: FJR1300 V's R1200RT
Replies: 21
Views: 2720
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Re: FJR1300 V's R1200RT

Thanks All for the replies I have ridden the 1250 with the missus on the back already but the time we had on it just wasn't enough in my opinion! I couldn't get the feel of it! I stalled it twice  :))  I have never owned a flat twin but had a V twin for 9 years before the FJR its a...
by sakm
Wed Jun 02, 2021 9:23 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: FJR1300 V's R1200RT
Replies: 21
Views: 2720
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FJR1300 V's R1200RT

Hi all First post here and I would just like to pick the knowledge of the forum. I currently have an FJR1300 2001 model which has served me well for the last 6 years it was basically a cheap bike to give touring a go with the wife and its now come to the time that I want to invest in a better bike. ...