K11 Owners Group

Nordic Norm · Joined: 26 Feb 2011 Posts: 8 Location: Vermont

Hi, Haven't had a scooter for 15yrs now and have just gotten hold of a 93 K1100RS in almost new like condition. Over the years have had; 90K75RT, 85 K100RT, 88 R100RS, 76 R90/6, 70 R75/5 and numerous other brands [I've been doing this since 10yrs.old]. My favorite was the 85 K100RT, although the fairing was a bit much, liked the R-RS fairing better. Have heard rumors of the legendary K1100, some consider this to be the best Beemer ever, well soon I'll see for myself. Stared out with the idea of getting hold of a Kawa Versys, looked at a couple of 2 valve K100's and then came across a beauty of a scooter, forgot the Kawa idea bought the Beemer and re-joined the BMWMOA. The BMWMOA community alone is a BIG part of this moto experience and reflecting back is what I enjoyed the most. See you on the Road.
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Flying Duck · Posted: Sun Feb 27, 2011 11:09 am Post subject:

Wise choice. There's not much point in buying a K100 these days IMO. Either get a K75 for the smooth engine or a K1100 that has better brakes, more HP, a paralever final drive and radial tires.

Welcome. I'm sure you'll enjoy your new ride.
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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
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SugarHillCTD · Posted: Sun Feb 27, 2011 11:21 am Post subject:

Nordic Norm,

WELCOME from across the Connecticut River.

Great K bike info here on this site.

But you know that we need picture(s) of your new bike, right? Very Happy

John
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'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.

Ernie-NH · Posted: Sun Feb 27, 2011 1:43 pm Post subject:

Hello Norm,,, and WELCOME..!

Want to add a hearty " Good Luck" from across the Connecticut River, that when the weather clears VT and NH should have a weekend ride together. Whereabouts in VT are you located ??

Best regards...........// Ernie in NH

ps: you otta plan to ride to VA ( Hungry Mother State Park ) with us at end of May
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Nordic Norm · Joined: 26 Feb 2011 Posts: 8 Location: Vermont

Ahoy Ernie, and SugarHill, weekend ride sounds great, so does the Virginia trip. I'm very close to Manchester VT 5 mi North on RT.30. I'll submit a photo but I need to put it back together first, fork seal and boots, battery,brake fluid and coolant change, minor stuff. Ahoy to Flying Duck, it is enjoyable just to tinker on it for now, the exhaust stud bolts even still turn, these are truly well made machines a pleasure to wrench for sure.
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Daddy T · Posted: Sun Feb 27, 2011 10:22 pm Post subject: Welcome

Welcome Nordic Norm. I am a new member as well (approx a month) and I have a 93 K1100RS also. I have a 04 R1150GS and a 03 H-D Ultra Classic too. The K1100 is a very smooth ride and I look forward to putting many miles on it. Currently it has 33,720. Good luck with your bike. If you ever get to the Blue Ridge Parkway e-mail in advance as I only live 25 miles from Blowing Rock, NC where the parkway comes through.

Nordic Norm · Joined: 26 Feb 2011 Posts: 8 Location: Vermont

Thanks DaddyT, been down the parkway a few times in the 90's. Will try to remember to e-mail you as may be down your way this summer. Think i'll put Nordic Norm on the helmet, not so clandestine that way.
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drmalacarne · Posted: Tue Mar 01, 2011 6:52 pm Post subject:

Welcome to the group!
Gui
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Saltcreek · Posted: Thu Mar 03, 2011 8:19 am Post subject:

Welcome from the final member of the New Hampshire delegation!
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SugarHillCTD · Posted: Thu Mar 03, 2011 8:40 am Post subject:

To echo what Ernie said- we need a springtime ride/lunch meet.

Whenever this white stuff is down to a reasonable level and off the roads (your piles must be as high as ours) we should all meet for some twisty road fun. WRJ/West Lebanon area might be central for Vt & NH members.

Think spring!

John
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'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.

Phil Marvin · Posted: Thu Mar 03, 2011 2:29 pm Post subject:

Hi, John,
You're all invited to come visit me. Every day while going to work, I travel US191 to get to the mine. Just after I turn off to the mine gate, 191 proceeds with twists and turns and changes in altitude from just over 4000ft. to well over 9000ft. for the next 80 or so miles. Of course, I work in Arizona, so you'd have a slight trip to get here - and return! And John, I have 2 K75 bikes, one of which has a dual seat, so if you and Cathy did show up, I have a bike on which both of you could ride.
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SugarHillCTD · Posted: Thu Mar 03, 2011 2:57 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the invite, Phil.

SOMEDAY.....but at the moment I am looking to find single days- several days strung together to get to the SW "ain't happenin' now"

We do appreciate the offer. Very Happy

John
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John & Cathy

'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.

Flying Duck · Posted: Thu Mar 03, 2011 3:29 pm Post subject:

Phil: 2-up on a K75? Rolling Eyes

(Just yanking your chain. Cool

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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
Buy parts HERE

Phil Marvin · Posted: Thu Mar 03, 2011 3:43 pm Post subject:

Flying Duck · Posted: Thu Mar 03, 2011 3:55 pm Post subject:

Phil:

They actually have 75hp.

HDIV is currently scheduled for August 5-8

http://www.k11og.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=9187

Hope you can make it again.
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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
Buy parts HERE

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