Here she is, I named her, "the Wanderer "

[Ansimp]

Very nice. :salute:

 

[made2care]

Can u spot the odd man out??
Actually, both goldwings are sold to one buyer. Now I'm goldwingless !!

 

[rob.lafady]

Sorry and glad for you all at the same time. Keep us updated on projects on the new scooter!

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[slabghost]

You'll be back. German engineering isn't what it used to be.

 

[made2care]

Well, this bike definitely handles differently but I could zip around town on it.

I know whats going to happen. I will need a winter project and even though i bought this one, I really have been on the lookout for a GL 1200. So ................................................... :music2:

 

[rob.lafady]

I know what you mean, there's an '84 1200 standard on Craig's list locally for $2200, if I had the money, it would be in my driveway.

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[julimike54]

Very nice ride man.

 

[made2care]

Geeeeeeeeeeeeeeesh ! Took BMW out for a 10 mile jog today and I am in some pain right now. This even has the aftermarket Sargent seat and I guess I'm not used to the seating position :help:

Dan saw this before it happened !!
Hopefully this will work out. Goldwings are much more comfortable for sure !!!!!!!!

 

[made2care]

rob.lafady » Today, 4:48 pm[/url]":1emj4hp8]
I know what you mean, there's an '84 1200 standard on Craig's list locally for $2200, if I had the money, it would be in my driveway.

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I've had a 1200 before and the engine was smooth, quite the opposite of the 1100 I just sold but I think that bike had some hidden issues.

 

[Denver]

In many ways i like the 1200's better than my 1500, :roll: not as much torque off the line, :nea: but WAY MORE top end! :good:

 

[canuckxxxx]

Do you feel any vibration from the BMW?

 

[made2care]

canuckxxxx » Today, 8:19 am[/url]":27su9mdg]
Do you feel any vibration from the BMW?

yes, there is some vibration.

 

[Denver]

Their new at the time 900's, pogo sticked, :cheeky: but otherwise was similar to my Triumph, in handling, & in power :good: back in the 70's. Not very comfy :nea:

 

[mcgovern61]

I've had a 1200 before and the engine was smooth, quite the opposite of the 1100

I have only ridden one 1200 and it was an '85 Limited. That sure was a smooth sweet ride!

 

[Ansimp]

You need to be comfortable! :moped: :good:

 

[made2care]

It's official. The Wanderer and Black Beard are officially gone. I have room in my garage now and this new bike hardly weighs anything. I have empty nest syndrome already !!

 

[Omega Man]

~O~

 

[slabghost]

I cannot imagine trading my wing or Valk for any bike styled like that. I prefer further refinement of the old technology over most of the new anyway.

 

[Ansimp]

made2care » Tue Aug 16, 2016 7:42 am[/url]":39tdnggk]
It's official. The Wanderer and Black Beard are officially gone. I have room in my garage now and this new bike hardly weighs anything. I have empty nest syndrome already !!

:smilie_happy: :smilie_happy: :smilie_happy:
But for how long? :whistling:

 

[made2care]

I think I just reached the point of burnout, no pun intended, since I worked so much on the goldwings. I am kindof at the point to where I want a break from that and a fresh bike. I'm sure by the time winter gets here, I will be looking for a project but for now, I'm comfortable with going on a long trip with this bike. My 1500 could easily have made a trip but the 1100 not so much. Something deeper was going on with this one.
I have also been looking at the Valkyries , beautiful bike.