As I get older, I'm considering getting back on a bike.
My last bike was a 2003 Suzuki SV650s. While I enjoyed the freedom and enjoyment of riding, I didn't like the position or lack of comfort of that particular bike.
I'm also considering bringing my significant other along, as she likes taking trips away from home.
We've mainly focused on smaller trips within the PNW.
I've flirted with the idea of a Concourse 14/FJR 1300 for the touring aspect (comfort, hard bags etc.), but recently an older BMW bike came available at a significant discount.
The BMW in question is a 1992 model and seems well cared for.
Is this something I can depend on? or will it be more of a garage space holder?
Are spares reasonably priced/sourced?
Any other alternatives I should be considering?
thanks in advance.
My last bike was a 2003 Suzuki SV650s. While I enjoyed the freedom and enjoyment of riding, I didn't like the position or lack of comfort of that particular bike.
I'm also considering bringing my significant other along, as she likes taking trips away from home.
We've mainly focused on smaller trips within the PNW.
I've flirted with the idea of a Concourse 14/FJR 1300 for the touring aspect (comfort, hard bags etc.), but recently an older BMW bike came available at a significant discount.
The BMW in question is a 1992 model and seems well cared for.
Is this something I can depend on? or will it be more of a garage space holder?
Are spares reasonably priced/sourced?
Any other alternatives I should be considering?
thanks in advance.