BMW announced a new model today, the F800 R
(http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa306/andsterb/f800r.jpg)
They also showed this Chris Pfeiffer design version of the F800 R which may be introduced as a real model next year. I'm not sure why they would show two versions of the bike at the same show. They second version will undoubtly steal the thunder of the current version.
(http://www.advrider.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=198518&stc=1&d=1225801666)
Idunno, I prefer the trellis frame of the non-Pffiefer 800R, similar if not the same as the 800GS.
Then again, I like the 800GS too.
Both of those bikes are exceedingly boring looking. [coffee] People may not like the new Monster design, but at least it stirs some emotion. That thing is like looking at a blank white wall.
I actually like the F800 ST. What makes this thing an "R"?
It's certainly not the inverted forks.
How boring. If I wanted something that bland I would buy a honda accord.
Quote from: Triple J on November 04, 2008, 04:01:14 PM
Both of those bikes are exceedingly boring looking. [coffee] People may not like the new Monster design, but at least it stirs some emotion. That thing is like looking at a blank white wall.
I actually like the F800 ST. What makes this thing an "R"?
It looks like a last-millenium honda 600 or something!
In their defense, they HAVE made some freaky-looking bikes before and it's nice of them to realize that not all of us have such strong stomachs.
And the "R" is BMW's way of saying, "Unfaired streetbike" like R1150R, K1200R, etc...
Quote from: Lukey on November 04, 2008, 04:55:35 PM
It looks like a last-millenium honda 600 or something!
In their defense, they HAVE made some freaky-looking bikes before and it's nice of them to realize that not all of us have such strong stomachs.
And the "R" is BMW's way of saying, "Unfaired streetbike" like R1150R, K1200R, etc...
Yup-I mean-they're trying to mix it up, so let's give 'em that.
Look at the other prototype
(http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/11/thumb1280x1280_3002100401_b5c4f9de6c_o.jpg)
Quote from: somebastid on November 04, 2008, 05:14:42 PM
Yup-I mean-they're trying to mix it up, so let's give 'em that.
Look at the other prototype
(http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/11/thumb1280x1280_3002100401_b5c4f9de6c_o.jpg)
that's kind of cool.
the f800r is like plain yogurt.
mitt
Quote from: Triple J on November 04, 2008, 04:01:14 PM
Both of those bikes are exceedingly boring looking. [coffee] People may not like the new Monster design, but at least it stirs some emotion. That thing is like looking at a blank white wall.
I actually like the F800 ST. What makes this thing an "R"?
In this case R means roadster, BMW talk for standard.
Quote from: Fresh Pants on November 04, 2008, 03:40:54 PM
Idunno, I prefer the trellis frame of the non-Pffiefer 800R, similar if not the same as the 800GS.
Then again, I like the 800GS too.
I agree the trellis frame version may be a little better looking and I do like the new 800GS, but why show another bike at real F800 R's coming out party.
Quote from: somebastid on November 04, 2008, 05:14:42 PM
(http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/11/thumb1280x1280_3002100401_b5c4f9de6c_o.jpg)
me like
Quote from: Jarvicious on November 04, 2008, 04:08:50 PM
It's certainly not the inverted forks.
The lack of USD forks is the first thing I noticed. For all I know they may be great handling forks, but they make the bike look down market. USD forks and better brakes are advantages the Monster has always had over the SV650 and other cheaper bikes.
YAWN....
Ladies and Gentlemen, may I present: THE ALL NEW BMW F800R!
(http://i335.photobucket.com/albums/m471/lukesalava/Hornet.jpg)
HINT: this is not a BMW
A few more pictures of the second version of the F800R. This one definetly looks like the little brother to K1300R
(http://www.thebikergene.com/gallery/zen/i.php?a=BMW%20F800R%202009&i=P0048368.JPG&w=500&h=)
(http://www.thebikergene.com/gallery/zen/i.php?a=BMW%20F800R%202009&i=P0048364.JPG&w=500&h=)
(http://www.thebikergene.com/gallery/zen/i.php?a=BMW%20F800R%202009&i=P0048353.JPG&w=500&h=)
(http://www.thebikergene.com/gallery/zen/i.php?a=BMW%20F800R%202009&i=P0048331.JPG&w=500&h=)
i like this 800
Much better with the wind screen and rear cowl...as well as pics from different angles. [thumbsup]
Quote from: somebastid on November 04, 2008, 05:14:42 PM
Yup-I mean-they're trying to mix it up, so let's give 'em that.
Look at the other prototype
(http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/11/thumb1280x1280_3002100401_b5c4f9de6c_o.jpg)
Now that I could live with
i like the white one. it would be a nice bike if it were under $8k, but at the price the f800's go for there will be way too much competition with much more power and overall better value.
Quote from: somebastid on November 04, 2008, 05:14:42 PM
Yup-I mean-they're trying to mix it up, so let's give 'em that.
Look at the other prototype
(http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2008/11/thumb1280x1280_3002100401_b5c4f9de6c_o.jpg)
Looks pretty good, but will those exhaust pipes are gonna steam your peanuts, are they not?
The Beemer I really want (other than the black thing above):
(http://i367.photobucket.com/albums/oo118/Speedbag/mm.jpg)
it is poop.
they can do better.
Quote from: Travman on November 05, 2008, 03:51:46 PM
(http://www.thebikergene.com/gallery/zen/i.php?a=BMW%20F800R%202009&i=P0048368.JPG&w=500&h=)
Actually...that is pretty hot. And the awesome MPG the 800 gets is looking mighty attractive, too...
The K1200R was the bike that I almost bought instead of my Monster. Still has a certain pull, even in baby-brother form.
Another color:
(http://www.cycleworld.com/assets/image/2008/W45/110620081924067070.jpg)