I commute and tour on BMWs. Yes, they are good bikes as are Japanese bikes and Harleys. The BMWs sold me because the parts are available regardless of age.
I bought an 85 K100RT for $1500 with 29K miles. Drove it to the dealer and told them to make it like new (tuned, new rubber, new battery, etc). $2300 later I had a $3800 touring bike that runs like new complete with hard bags, trunk bag, and a Corbin saddle. The bike gets 48 mpg. It is comfy and delivers a genuine 90 HP. Old K bikes will go 150K miles no problem. I carry liability insurance only. If it gets trashed in any way, I'll buy another one for $2000 - $3000.
You may want to look at newer models but you can get a nice, late model ride for under $8,000 easy. Check out BMW MOA forums. Food for thought.
I bought an 85 K100RT for $1500 with 29K miles. Drove it to the dealer and told them to make it like new (tuned, new rubber, new battery, etc). $2300 later I had a $3800 touring bike that runs like new complete with hard bags, trunk bag, and a Corbin saddle. The bike gets 48 mpg. It is comfy and delivers a genuine 90 HP. Old K bikes will go 150K miles no problem. I carry liability insurance only. If it gets trashed in any way, I'll buy another one for $2000 - $3000.
You may want to look at newer models but you can get a nice, late model ride for under $8,000 easy. Check out BMW MOA forums. Food for thought.