Comments on: 2023 BMW R 1250 R | First Look Review

By: Mike Lynch

Mike Lynch — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 14:28:34 +0000

Been eyeballing this model for about a year, and these updates might be enough to push me over the edge. That blue colorway looks incredible

By: Richard Toth

Richard Toth — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 17:36:10 +0000

Been a subscriber since the beginning, I think, miss the paper version in the mail.
Looking to replace my ’04 1150RT when it hits 100K (93K now), this might the one. The blue version is quite attractive and the timing will be right, too!
Clement Salvadori was, hopefully still is, a great writer – one of the best features of Rider through the years.

By: Candoman

Candoman — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 16:56:05 +0000

Do they still require a valve check/adjustment every 6,000 miles?

By: Rider Magazine

Rider Magazine — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 16:24:53 +0000

In reply to Shawn McLean.

1) ShiftCam variable-valve technology was added for the 2019 model year, when displacement of all “R” Boxer models increased from 1,170cc to 1,254cc.
2) You are correct – the R 1250 R has a conventional inverted fork, and Paralever refers to its rear suspension. BMW’s official press release included this mistake (“BMW Motorrad Paralever front suspension with upside-down 45mm fork”) and we didn’t catch it. We’ve updated the post – thanks for keeping us honest!

By: Shawn McLean

Shawn McLean — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 13:27:17 +0000

My error on the Shiftcam motor comment. I apologize.
Sincere regards,
Shawn

By: Shawn McLean

Shawn McLean — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:59:10 +0000

Two critical notes: 1) The ShiftCam engine is new to this model and is a significant upgrade and 2) The front suspension is a typical inverted fork, not a Paralever )which is the rear suspension). Thanks.

By: Rider Magazine

Rider Magazine — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 18:29:12 +0000

In reply to Patrick Halstead.

Thanks for being such a loyal reader! 2024 will be our 50th anniversary, so we hope you’ll stick with us.

No, Clem never used “colorway,” but he was a big fan of “klatarismenophobia” (fear of flat tires).

By: Patrick Halstead

Patrick Halstead — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 16:01:08 +0000

In reply to Rider Magazine.

So the dictionaries need your input? And no, I am not French — just missed the “e” key on “none”. BTW, I have been a subscriber since issue number 1, also miss Clement (and doubt he ever used “colorway”), but otherwise enjoy each issue.

By: Rich

Rich — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 14:21:45 +0000

In reply to Rider Magazine. Brilliant response mates! LOL!

By: Rider Magazine

Rider Magazine — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 23:18:53 +0000

In reply to patrick halstead.

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/colorway

“Colorway” refers to the overall color/graphic scheme. For the Style Sport variant of the R 1250 R, for example, the colorway refers to the blue paint as well as the red and white graphics. Blue is a color, Style Sport is a colorway.

Speaking of effete, “non” isn’t a word unless you’re French.