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On the thread topic of polycarbonite vs acrylic wind screen, my two cents worth is that PC is used on high performance aircraft windscreens designed to survive a birdstrike at a great rate of knots. For me it is PC all the way!

Ahhh, the possible fuel link is interesting. Glad to hear you seem to have rectified the little glitch. At the risk of a minor thread drift... FWIW I have a nice German built car as well (not a bimmer) and in response to my question, my dealer recommends Shell brand gasoline as the manufacturer...

Mr. Efficiency, A clear and lucid post on what is so essentially appealing about the R 18Classic. I do not ride in the rain and June is the rain in my area which gives the highest annual rainfall. I can not wait - the forecast from tomorrow plus two days is for good weather. It feels like I am 6...

During the season mine is on its stock kick stand. I always retract my stand and start the machine upright soon afterwards, and after the built-in-test stuff has happened on the speedo. The start is near instant, and still startling in its robustness. (Those two opposed jam cans really shake for...

I hope I am not stating the obvious, but have you confirmed the tire is at the correct pressure? Cheers.

I bought an R 18 Classic First Edition 2021 because Triumph no longer makes the Thunderbird. Harley Davidson no longer makes the Softail Custom FLDE (2018-20 only), and I wanted a new bike with a reliable service. I could have purchased either of the other two machines pre-loved but the T-birds...

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I received the cover promptly from carcoverfactory.ca, and it is nice qualilty with a soft interior and sturdy exterior. Two days of rain and pine tree pollen mean the cover is now pretty ugly on the outside but my bike is safe and dry. I think the largest size premium cover is too large for my...

I am just over 60, 5'8", a 30" inseam. I have had no problems yet even with a very slight uphill going backwards. I do recommend footwear with good traction. Because the mass of the bike is quite large, any deviation from balance means a greater inertia one must overcome with a single leg. I am...

Ouch, that is a lousy thing to have happen. Glad to hear you are OK and thank you for sharing the news and cause of your mishap. Heal quickly and have a safe season.

Wow, the matte black looks great, gorgeous bike. Congratulations.

I am retired ex military and airlines. Finished my career on Airbus A330/340.

Your bike looks great in this clean configuration 👍🏻

Thank you. That sounds like good advice. Having been a mid-range dual purpose guy for a couple of decades, this foray into heavy cruisers is a bit confusing. Neith BMW Motorrad nor the dealer seem to be into making covers or having a high degree of certainty regarding covers. Thanks again. PS...

My machine is going to sit outside on my driveway area, almost completely under the overhang of my deck above, however we live on a lane and there is dust during the season. During non-riding season the machine will be in my garage. I seek a waterproof cover suitable for outdoor use. R18 Classic...

The aforementioned mink oil is a waterproofing agent, as well as preservative. It is not perfect on our boots though so considering highway or road spray, droplet size and bike speed, it migh be best to treat the leather but have the soft bag contents in a water proof plastic bag or one of those...

Still waiting on delivery, but you have brought up a good point. I may just use standard synthetic furniture leather treatment, or if I want to get fancy, we use mink oil on our cowboy boots in this part of the west. It is the most wonderful high quality leather treatment - odorless and it dries...

I missed it, as my bike wasn't delviered yet, but will be there next year in Calgary, Alberta the closest city with a DGR to me.

Yes I am Canadian. My purchase was made in Calgary, AB at our country's second largest BMW dealer - Blackfoot Motorsports. Have a look at www.Blackfootonline.com and see what they may have remaining. Up to date of sale completion, the service was excellent. I am scheduled for deliver in first...

2021 R 18 Classic. Good dealer rebate made the price attractive. It is still in the crate, I should take posession first week of June. This will be an interesting step up from mid-weight singles and twins, mostly dual purpose. Older now, so I want to try cruising. Thanks for having me aboard and...