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Bmw k1200rs as a daily commuter

Advantages: Brilliant fuel consumption, shaft drive, inexpensive to maintain if done by self, excellent build
Disadvantages: There are better looking 10year old plus bikes out there!

I passed my direct access in March 2010 and had done a lot of research to find out what would be the best commuter for my 65 mile round trip to work and back. If you are in the same position, you might want to consider the following points: Fuel consumpti ...

Mooseknuck13 19.10.2010 · Read full review
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Review of BMW K1200RS

20,000 miles on a BMW K1200RS and a K1200GT

Advantages: Comfort, speed, economy, ABS
Disadvantages: Weight, handling

Let me qualify this report. I've had a lot of bikes and have used them for fun, commuting and touring. I've had most makes (Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Ducati, Triumphs and BMW's), and some pretty fast ones too (stage 2 tuned 150 bhp CBR1100XX Blackbird) ...

niglom 22.07.2005 · Read full review
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Review of BMW K1200RS

The best bike in the world....probably.

Advantages: Ease of handling, enough peformance, good underseat space, good economy, great workhorse
Disadvantages: Looks like darth vaders helmet, headlights are the worst I've ever seen, getting on a bit now !!

‘It looks like Darth Vader’s helmet.’ That was the first thing I said to my friend when I spotted a Black Fazer 600, while I was browsing EBay for a new bike. I’d always admired the Fazer, however never thought of buying one, until now. 46,000 miles? It ...

xJay1337 05.12.2010 · Read full review
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Review of Yamaha Fazer FZS600

Classic all-rounder

Advantages: Fast, reliable, easy handling
Disadvantages: Weaker lights than later Foxeye version. Design flaw with sprocket nut.

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Fazerider 15.12.2007 · Read full review
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Review of Yamaha Fazer FZS600

Fazer

Advantages: Great
Disadvantages: Seat only good for an hours riding.

All the reviews stated this bike is ideal for just about any type of riding, touring, commuting, fun days out and B road blasting. I bought mine in the Spring of 2004 and have used it for all of these types of riding and have to say it almost, not quite, ...

elmopants 28.09.2007 · Read full review
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Review of Yamaha Fazer FZS600