[blitzer]

Isnt that the R9T?

No option for top box, which you already complained about for the R1300R, and to heavy at 220Kg approx. I want a roadster like I already have but I would be happy to sacrifice some power to get the weight down.

I know I am looking for a "unicorn" bike, light weight, shaft drive, good luggage capability etc. etc.

 

[TrackRider54]

I ran through the configurator and it looks like there is no longer the option of having a top box on the R1300R

I have to believe the aftermarket will offer something.

 

[Panzermann]

I have to believe the aftermarket will offer something.

Presumably the rear subframe is the same as the RS, so probably - unless there’s a nuance in the bodywork that makes it problematic.

 

[JonTait]

The passenger seat and rear light cluster lools to be different between the R and RS so it looks like the top case carrier physically cant be fitted. BMW usually do a really nice job of the cast passenger handles and case carrier design, aftermarket always looks cheaply done in my eyes (GIVI etc). My wife wouldnt even consider going pillion without a box behind for some reassurance, I carry a puncture repair plugging kit and mini pump, I dont fancy going back to using a back pack again.

Jon

 

[AnyOldIron]

I test rode the manual and the automatic and really liked both of them. Personally, I thought the ASA was excellent, particularly the way it felt like the clutch was being feathered during slow manoeuvres.

I was all set to buy one until I asked about the issue Jon mentions, i.e. the rack / top box situation. When I was told that BMW were not going to supply a rack for this model I was nonplussed. It's a naked Sports Tourer for goodness sake! So that was that. Instead I saved myself a lot of cash and bought a second hand R1250R that had hardly been used (900 miles on the clock) was incredibly well specified and thousands of pounds cheaper. Maybe in a years time BMW will come to their senses and address the issue of the rack I might reconsider, until they do, no 1300R for me!

PS - I notice that the 1300 is sportier than the 1250. It was definitely a heads down, bum up riding experience and seems further between seat and handlebars. I would specify the higher bars, which BMW laughably cannot tell you how much higher and further back they are from the standard sports handle bar! Interestingly, neither dealer I test rode the bikes at bothered to follow up with me after my test ride!!

 

[MotoCon]

Anyone know -- or have a decent speculation -- if the 1300's new slip-on can be retrofit on the 1250?

I'd rather do that vice versa...

 

[gmcgown]

l’m 173 cm and the stock bars on my 1250R gave me back pain (68 yo). Perfect fix was Wunderlich bar risers 20 mm taller and 25 mm back. I’d love to buy an 1300R but with even lower bars than the 1250R looks like l’ll wait to see if anyone brings out a suitable bar riser set.

A bike’s look doesn’t bother me much but l do like the look of the red and black with the option 719 edged polished wheels.

cheers, Glenn

 

[TrackRider54]

I love the 1300 from what I've seen in videos. The only thing that sucks is that you can't get bags or a trunk for it. I am sure the aftermarket will come up with something, but that seems to be a big miss by BMW.

 

[Arrrr1300]

I test rode the manual and the automatic and really liked both of them. Personally, I thought the ASA was excellent, particularly the way it felt like the clutch was being feathered during slow manoeuvres.

I was all set to buy one until I asked about the issue Jon mentions, i.e. the rack / top box situation. When I was told that BMW were not going to supply a rack for this model I was nonplussed. It's a naked Sports Tourer for goodness sake! So that was that. Instead I saved myself a lot of cash and bought a second hand R1250R that had hardly been used (900 miles on the clock) was incredibly well specified and thousands of pounds cheaper. Maybe in a years time BMW will come to their senses and address the issue of the rack I might reconsider, until they do, no 1300R for me!

PS - I notice that the 1300 is sportier than the 1250. It was definitely a heads down, bum up riding experience and seems further between seat and handlebars. I would specify the higher bars, which BMW laughably cannot tell you how much higher and further back they are from the standard sports handle bar! Interestingly, neither dealer I test rode the bikes at bothered to follow up with me after my test ride!!

I was told by one of the sales staff that the higher bar is the same height as the standard r1250r if that’s any help

 

[robertm]

I love the 1300 from what I've seen in videos. The only thing that sucks is that you can't get bags or a trunk for it. I am sure the aftermarket will come up with something, but that seems to be a big miss by BMW.

On the US BMW site, luggage prep is an option. I can only assume that would facilitate BMW luggage as well.

But lets assume you are correct, it is def available for the new RS. Again, BMW is clearly aiming the R1300R toward a younger, sport oriented rider and many of their other models support luggage. My 2022, with brand new unused BMW mount and luggage will be coming up for sale, soonish, if you're interested 😁.

 

[keith1200rs]

In the UK the configurator allows you to add luggage preparation and 26l + 29l side cases (electrified)

 

[Panzermann]

In the UK the configurator allows you to add luggage preparation and 26l + 29l side cases (electrified)

There’s a UK YouTube reviewer I watched who suggested you couldn’t add luggage to the sport version (white) but it seemed to work for me on the UK configurator.

 

[Arrrr1300]

There’s a UK YouTube reviewer I watched who suggested you couldn’t add luggage to the sport version (white) but it seemed to work for me on the UK configurator.

I asked about luggage when getting my bike and the option was there but it was £1650 for the top box and panniers 😬

 

[Arrrr1300]

Picked up my R1300R today, managed 100 miles on it, still a bit to go for its brake in but really enjoyed it. Was sad to see the GS go but really looking forward to properly using this

 

[Panzermann]

I asked about luggage when getting my bike and the option was there but it was £1650 for the top box and panniers 😬

I see options for panniers but none for topcase.🤔

 

[TrackRider54]

On the US BMW site, luggage prep is an option. I can only assume that would facilitate BMW luggage as well.

I stand corrected. I see the option now. I don't recall seeing it when the bike first hit the site. Maybe I just missed it.

I see options for panniers but none for topcase.🤔

Same. And I ALWAYS have the top case on but seldom use the panniers unless I going for an overnight trip.


It's going to be a few years before I buy anything, so I'll have time to see what options come out from BMW and the aftermarket.

 

[Gareth]

Took the bike for its annual service today at Douglas Park Motorrad. They had two new blue R1300R’s One unregistered and one registered demo bike.

It looks better in the flesh. It is certainly a new direction. From the rear it looks good, and from the side it looks not unreasonable. Everything side on is integrated with each component seamlessly flowing into the next. Though I still think it is kinda jet ski in style. The front aspect however looks like at some point the bike just exploded in the design studio and they just kind glued it back together as best as possible and pushed it out the door. Appears to have two radiators sticking out either side of the front forks. The front aspect is wide, heavy and messy. It is just pig ugly when viewed head on.

The rear looks cut down further again from the R1250R. That probably means even more crap down your legs when it rains.

Sitting on it, yup the bars are further away and the bike feels longer but not uncomfortable.

I’d have to try it, but I’m in no rush to do so. Certainly, two things put me off. The current lack of a decent top box option. The configurator – to get the options I want, I’d have to spend a fortune on stuff I have zero interest in – which means the bike, to me, becomes way overpriced.

 

[AnyOldIron]

I was told by one of the sales staff that the higher bar is the same height as the standard r1250r if that’s any help

My R1250R has the sports bars, which are the same as the standard bars on the R1300R. The higher bars for the 1300 are, as you point out, the same as the standard bars on the 1250. For reasons that mystify me there seems to be a move to make both the R and RS more 'sporty' which is decidedly odd. I had a 130 mile ride today and have decided that I will certainly fit risers and may source a set of standard bars as well.

 

[keith1200rs]

@Gareth when I saw one recently I thought it looked rather fat from the front.

 

[Panzermann]

@Gareth when I saw one recently I thought it looked rather fat from the front.

‘Broad shoulders’, as the female YouTube reviewer enthused over … 😂