I've got a K1200s and will be traiding up to the K1300s in the winter when the prices have dropped a bit.
The flaws that the 1200 has, have been ironed out and it is a plenty capable machine.
I've got the full luggage and it it can still haul arse fully loaded.
Once you get your head round the non existent front end feel it absorbs road bumps beautifuly.
Comfort wise mine came with a Sargent seat. Its brilliant. Its also fits the 1300 so it will be coming off when I sell the bike.
The only complaint I have with the K1200s is the snatchy fueling at lower speeds and the bar grip diameter is ridiculously small for a bike that size.
The fueling was sorted on the 1300 model and a set of £12 grip puppies solve the grip diameter.
You could get larger diameter grips however as they are factory fitted heated items they are a f@#king nightmare to remove without damaging the elements.
Double Bubble screen is also recommended.
If you get the model with ESA make sure it functions through all the settings.
And if you do buy one, invest in a GS911. It will not only allow you to reset any fault codes but will reset the learning on the throttle.
If your buying a used bike you don't want the previous owners map in the ecm as it may vary from your riding style.
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I was looking at a K1300 (used one) the other day at a bike shop in Grantham, nice motor.
I’m torn myself on my step up to next bike, can’t decide on 1200 Multistrada or BMW S1000XR, both very capable machines.
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"I was looking at a K1300 (used one) the other day at a bike shop in Grantham, nice motor.
I’m torn myself on my step up to next bike, can’t decide on 1200 Multistrada or BMW S1000XR, both very capable machines.
Good luck OP on your decision. "
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"I was looking at a K1300 (used one) the other day at a bike shop in Grantham, nice motor.
I’m torn myself on my step up to next bike, can’t decide on 1200 Multistrada or BMW S1000XR, both very capable machines.
Good luck OP on your decision.
I’ve got a multistrada- it’s amazing!! "
I really like the look of the Multi, but there’s so many adventure style bikes on the market at the mo, think I need to be booking some test rides. |
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"I was looking at a K1300 (used one) the other day at a bike shop in Grantham, nice motor.
I’m torn myself on my step up to next bike, can’t decide on 1200 Multistrada or BMW S1000XR, both very capable machines.
Good luck OP on your decision.
I’ve got a multistrada- it’s amazing!!
I really like the look of the Multi, but there’s so many adventure style bikes on the market at the mo, think I need to be booking some test rides. "
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