Recall: 2009 - 2010 BMW K1300GT and K1300S

Another motorcycle recall; BMW has recalled some 2009 and 2010 K1300GT and K1300S models due to fuel grit building up in the throttle body which could lead to air strangulation and, thus, stalling. BMW will notify owners, but if you do not receive a notification, call your local BMW dealer and confirm you status.

http://tinyurl.com/y9o4ycf

Shootout: BMW K1300GT versus Kawasaki Concours 14

These big luxury tourers will take you on long-distance ride like no other - amazingly, these machines will also burn up any road the are on, but how do they compare to each other. If you are looking to buy one, these are the 2009 models - so you may be able to get a good deal as the 2010 models hit the showrooms at your dealer. Also, we do know that the Concours 14 has been updated for 2010 with some fancy and useful features. But, the comparison should at least give you an idea of how these machines compare when on the road!

http://tinyurl.com/yawsy48

Just In Case You Missed These - Motorcycle Recalls In October

The list consists of Ducati, BMW, Triumph and ZERO Motorcycles. Ducati is recalling the 2009 1098R and 1198S and the 2010 Streetfighter. And, BMW is asking customers to bring in their 2009 K1300GT and K1300S for electrical issues. Triumph is recalling its Sprint ST1050 from model years 2005-2009 for a suspension link issue. And, finally, ZERO Motorcycles has some trouble with the 2009 Zero X and Zero MX and the throttles sticking open. So, check what you own and if it is on this list, take care of it soon!

http://tinyurl.com/y935bv8

P.S. Yes, some of these have been posted before, but this being a safety issue, it not a bad thing to double-up.

Recall: 2009 BMW K1300GT and K1300S

If you (and/or a fellow rider) are riding a 2009 BMW K1300GT or K1300S, you should take a look at this. After all, it's a safety issue and there is a free remedy.

http://tinyurl.com/ygevy4d

Riding the BMW K1300GT in Colorado

Well, it was in Colorado where the author test rode the BMW, though the state has little to do with it. The K1300GT is a touring bike like very few...it handles well, has serious power, and can carry almost anything you need for a 'grand tour'.

http://tinyurl.com/lrsltt

This follows an earlier post from a colleague of mine who also reviewed the K1300GT.

A Fellow Team Oregon Blogger - Demo Days with BMW and Triumph

I actually trained with this gentleman and I trust him. In this blog entry - which I actually found by accident; sometimes the universe is on your side - he describes working the Team Oregon tent at a demo days event at Cascade Moto in Hillsboro, OR. Check his impressions of a BMW K1300GT and R1200RT and the always lusty Triumph Street Triple R:

http://tinyurl.com/ks2jf9