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Yes, a GS-911 is well worth it - I have used it on 3 BMWs,

Good looking paint! :)

They are Wunderlich "foot rests", Ulrich. Very comfortable and provide a little more leg room than the OEM pegs.

Yes, no reverse gear on my USA R18 Basic. Here's a photo. Just a blank panel, and I've been all over the electronics on this bike to add a Hex EZ Can for auxiliary lighting, brake lights, and USB charging ports. Best.

Thanks, Star-Lord. This 800 lb. bike is getting a little too heavy for a 68 yr. old, 145 lb. guy to push around.

Thanks, wise ones. Even if it was possible to retrofit a reverse gear, it would be exorbitantly BMW priced, I'm sure. Think I'll just call for an Uber ride f I ever get stuck in a tight parking space. Ha!

Thanks for the replies. Unfortunately no, my USA 2023 R18 does not have the reverse gear option. Just trying to determine if it's possible to retro-fit a reverse gear mechanism. So, reverse runs off the starter motor, right? Is this enabled by the addition of a separate motor, wiring...

Hello All, I have a 2023 R18 Basic/Pure, that's loaded with many extras except for reverse gear. I'm reading on the forum that the reverse gear recall is being addressed. So now, I'm wondering if anyone knows if it's possible to retrofit a reverse gear on a non-reverse gear equipped bike? If...

Welcome, V. Photos would be appreciated.

Stay warm, you guys. It's even going to dip down into the 20s here in Texas tonight. Makes me realize how spoiled I am to have good riding weather most of the year.

Yes, 2 BMWs are twice the fun, esp. if you can do your own basic maintenance and service. :)

Trying to upload a short video and sound clip of the bike at idle. Let's see if this works:

Thanks for the (y). Much thanks to the forum for information, advice, and answers. Sorting out a new bike is half the fun of ownership. :)

Will do, GrBadv. Thanks. :)

I've had my new, leftover 2023 R18 Pure for about 5 months now. Been working to make it into a more comfortable long-distance ride without turning it into a full bagger. Upgraded the suspension with Wilbers front and rear, Wunderlich Sport fairing and foot rests, BMW saddlebags, tank bag and...

My Wilbers front springs seem to be smoothing out the ride a little more, with less vibration after a few more miles. The Wilber rear shock is a great improvement. Waiting for a Day Rider seat to arrive. Hoping this will be the end of my saga to make my R18 pure into a more comfortable...

I see this is an ancient thread, mayojuaf, but did you find out if the Mustang driver backrest for Harleys fits the Day Rider seat? If you're still active on the forum, please let me know.

Nicely stated and well-framed argument. As a long-time, multiple-BMW owner over the years, I've learned to do my own maintenance and service work to save myself money on ownership. I recently upgraded the suspension on my 2023 R18 Basic, learning as I went. Dealership labor charge estimates...

That's a good and comfortable looking seat for rider and passenger, emgarciax. I've been on the fence for a few weeks, trying to decide between the Wunderlich and the Mustang Day Rider 2-piece. Finally ordered the Day Rider yesterday. Will probably not use the pillion seat, but wanted to have...

I'm seriously considering the Wunderlich seat, too. I've never been satisfied with the Corbin seats I've had on previous BMWs - mainly GSAs - too hard, heavy, and not shaped for my particular bottom, but that's just my opinion/experience. Never had a Wunderlich seat before, but I'm interested...