@ PABERCO, I can't believe you're giving up one of life's greatest pleasures for a job, although commuting on the train is a good idea but where's your dedication to motorcycles man?? Your ride could be left safely undercover during the week while you're at work, then on your time off it will be eager to reward you with hours of open road touring and the feeling of freedom no car could ever provide... I hope you reconsider buying another one mate, once it's in your blood it's hard to get it out!
@Geoffmetal Haha Geoff - so true - well I haven't given up - in fact I never ended up putting it on Sale - I have kept it and enjoy commuting everyday on it - I've had had the hydraulic Clutch plates replaced since my video and it's just like new again - and is in showroom condition. Love the bike - love the ride - you're right - I have it in my blood now - been riding since 1982 :-) Thanks for your comments Geoff - happy riding
@matthewthewizkid Hi Matthew - they range a fair bit depending on their age condition and miles but somewhere between $9000 - $16000 for a good one - hope that helps :-)
Hi ViggoM35 - (part2) Pro2. Electrics are generally boosted for all the on-board gear Police use (this maybe removed though when they are sold) Con2 They remove the radio gear that comes with the bike so this will be probably missing (unless they put it back) Pro2 You will be replacing a lot older technology in your current Bike with the newer one - better safety standards. Con3 You may have to pay more for a service than you currently do - hope this helps you a little :-)
@PABERCRO I got the bike now. Had to put in another starter, though previous owner paid for a used one. Also installed a radio for it. Like you said all the wiring was gone, but it was simple to re-wire (if you know what you are doing).
Cool bike, though I have an offer to trade for a K1200RS, which is tempting because of the 4 cylinder "brick" engine and more horsepower.
Hi ViggoM35 - Well I can't claim to be any kind of an expert other than owning this Bike but my previous Bike a XJ900 Yamaha was a ex-police Bike and served me very well - however here are some pros and cons. Con1. Ex-Police bike could have a lot of wear on the Dry Clutch - check that there is no slippage in the clutch and ask if / when it was replaced. Pro1. Police Bike are well maintained for their safety. Con2. There is only one seat so no pillions (some may see this as a positive)
@PABERCRO Is a police model though previous owner is civilian. Has been well maintained. Actually was going to pick it up but owner wasn't happy with old battery so in installing a new one. He is a motorcycles enthusiast owns a 2000 BMW 1200RS, used to have a RVT RC51 1000r Nicky Hayden bike, also has numerous dirt bikes. Yes, it does not have the radio though closer ratio final 6th gear, higher output alternator and recent 12k service. From what I've read the 1150rt is a very good bike
Lovely Machine. I have a '05 (really a 04 but not registered till 05) The last of the crop so has a few extras, Solid black paintwork, incl. the boxes, a bit of chrome on brake fluid caps and cylinder heads. I love this bike to bits, whether through town or out on open road. It is steady as a rock and just purrs along. I was asked recently - If ou had the money to go out and buy your dream bike, what would ou go for? Simple reply - I have it already. Happy biking!
@JoMolovinit Sounds sweet... it's a great Bike... had the odd issue here and there but nothing to unusual for a bike that's done 80000klms - brakes are awesome...saved me a couple of times.... yours sounds like a special edition... love to see a photo if you have one.... it's good when you find a great vehicle that you enjoy and is reliable... like our Subaru... been an awesome car.... and the BMW is a great commuter - thanks for your input
@bogdy2009 Thanks bodgy - I tried to capture most of the bike features - there are others I'm sure :-) - like the 12volt outlets and more minor features
Yeah - the horns certainly are very loud - not sure what the 2002 model is like but the placement of the horn I've always had trouble with - you kinda have to press your thumb upwards and downwards as well as pull your clutch in at the same time as avoiding the vehicle that your'e tooting at - can be tricky. Mirrors haven't bothered me - took a little while to get used to looking under my hands but it's ok now - thanks for your feedback :-)
@ PABERCO, I can't believe you're giving up one of life's greatest pleasures for a job, although commuting on the train is a good idea but where's your dedication to motorcycles man?? Your ride could be left safely undercover during the week while you're at work, then on your time off it will be eager to reward you with hours of open road touring and the feeling of freedom no car could ever provide... I hope you reconsider buying another one mate, once it's in your blood it's hard to get it out!
Geoffmetal 6 months ago
@Geoffmetal Haha Geoff - so true - well I haven't given up - in fact I never ended up putting it on Sale - I have kept it and enjoy commuting everyday on it - I've had had the hydraulic Clutch plates replaced since my video and it's just like new again - and is in showroom condition. Love the bike - love the ride - you're right - I have it in my blood now - been riding since 1982 :-) Thanks for your comments Geoff - happy riding
PABERCRO 5 months ago
Hi, I am not looking to buy one at this moment in time but what are these worth what are you looking for?
matthewthewizkid 10 months ago
@matthewthewizkid Hi Matthew - they range a fair bit depending on their age condition and miles but somewhere between $9000 - $16000 for a good one - hope that helps :-)
PABERCRO 10 months ago
Hi ViggoM35 - (part2) Pro2. Electrics are generally boosted for all the on-board gear Police use (this maybe removed though when they are sold) Con2 They remove the radio gear that comes with the bike so this will be probably missing (unless they put it back) Pro2 You will be replacing a lot older technology in your current Bike with the newer one - better safety standards. Con3 You may have to pay more for a service than you currently do - hope this helps you a little :-)
PABERCRO 1 year ago
@PABERCRO I got the bike now. Had to put in another starter, though previous owner paid for a used one. Also installed a radio for it. Like you said all the wiring was gone, but it was simple to re-wire (if you know what you are doing).
Cool bike, though I have an offer to trade for a K1200RS, which is tempting because of the 4 cylinder "brick" engine and more horsepower.
viggoM35 1 year ago
Hi ViggoM35 - Well I can't claim to be any kind of an expert other than owning this Bike but my previous Bike a XJ900 Yamaha was a ex-police Bike and served me very well - however here are some pros and cons. Con1. Ex-Police bike could have a lot of wear on the Dry Clutch - check that there is no slippage in the clutch and ask if / when it was replaced. Pro1. Police Bike are well maintained for their safety. Con2. There is only one seat so no pillions (some may see this as a positive)
PABERCRO 1 year ago
@PABERCRO Is a police model though previous owner is civilian. Has been well maintained. Actually was going to pick it up but owner wasn't happy with old battery so in installing a new one. He is a motorcycles enthusiast owns a 2000 BMW 1200RS, used to have a RVT RC51 1000r Nicky Hayden bike, also has numerous dirt bikes. Yes, it does not have the radio though closer ratio final 6th gear, higher output alternator and recent 12k service. From what I've read the 1150rt is a very good bike
viggoM35 1 year ago
What improvements does the P of Police version have???
I have an offer to trade a 2003 R1150RT-P for my 93 740iL BMW.
viggoM35 1 year ago
really cool video, thanks !
narkos8 1 year ago
Beautiful!!
fleetingdays 1 year ago
@fleetingdays Thanks Fleeting :-)
PABERCRO 1 year ago
did you sell it yet???
I am after one (my 3rd one!!!)
email me phil2267@yahoo.com
if u still have it for sale
Phil
Trouble267 1 year ago
@Trouble267 I still commute on it every work day... I still have it - let me know if you're in Australia - I'm from Brisbane.
PABERCRO 1 year ago
did you sell it yet???
I am after one (my 3rd one!!!)
email me phil2267@yahoo.com
Trouble267 1 year ago
Very nice bike, i bet its great on the motorways.
ali786haq 1 year ago
@ali786haq Yeah it's got a nice overdrive - 6th Gear so it purrs along
PABERCRO 1 year ago
Lovely Machine. I have a '05 (really a 04 but not registered till 05) The last of the crop so has a few extras, Solid black paintwork, incl. the boxes, a bit of chrome on brake fluid caps and cylinder heads. I love this bike to bits, whether through town or out on open road. It is steady as a rock and just purrs along. I was asked recently - If ou had the money to go out and buy your dream bike, what would ou go for? Simple reply - I have it already. Happy biking!
JoMolovinit 1 year ago
@JoMolovinit Sounds sweet... it's a great Bike... had the odd issue here and there but nothing to unusual for a bike that's done 80000klms - brakes are awesome...saved me a couple of times.... yours sounds like a special edition... love to see a photo if you have one.... it's good when you find a great vehicle that you enjoy and is reliable... like our Subaru... been an awesome car.... and the BMW is a great commuter - thanks for your input
PABERCRO 1 year ago
this is a perfect presentation dude! a perfect bike, ever!
bogdy2009 1 year ago
@bogdy2009 Thanks bogdy2009 - your comment is much appreciated - cheers
PABERCRO 1 year ago
@bogdy2009 Thanks bodgy - I tried to capture most of the bike features - there are others I'm sure :-) - like the 12volt outlets and more minor features
PABERCRO 1 year ago
I have a 2002 and I love it. Mine doesn't have the stereo though... wish it did.
I find the mirror placement weird... no matter how I adjust them, I either don't see enough directly behind me, or else I am looking at my knuckles.
Oh yeah, and the blinkers on each side and cancel switch on the right took getting used to.
You should have blown the horn... scared the bejesus out of me the first time I hit it!
TechyGoneWild 1 year ago
Yeah - the horns certainly are very loud - not sure what the 2002 model is like but the placement of the horn I've always had trouble with - you kinda have to press your thumb upwards and downwards as well as pull your clutch in at the same time as avoiding the vehicle that your'e tooting at - can be tricky. Mirrors haven't bothered me - took a little while to get used to looking under my hands but it's ok now - thanks for your feedback :-)
PABERCRO 1 year ago
very good video! i love this model!
sergino035 2 years ago
@sergino035 Hi Sergino - Thanks for your feed back... it is a nice model.. last one b4 they went to the 1200's
PABERCRO 2 years ago