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Hello, All. I'm looking to sell my 2023 R18 Base. 6300 miles on the odometer. Manhattan Metallic Matte, Black Pinstripes, Cruise Control, Heated Grips. Additional add-ons: - Wunderlich Cockpit Fairing - Spiegler Wunderkind Micro Front Turn Signals - Unit Garage Drag Bars + Bar End Mirrors -...

Old Dude Ralph - more info on my Wunderlich Cockpit Fairing: As you know, Wunderlich offers 2 screens - sport and touring. I have both, but prefer the shorter sport screen for a more minimal look. The sport screen deflects the wind to my chest and shoulders, and the slightly taller touring...

Hello Old Dude Ralph. The Wunderlich Cockpit Fairing was one of the first things I added to my 2023 Pure - primarily for aesthetics, but it does add some minimal wind protection. "Much better than nothing" is how I'd describe it in terms of effectiveness. I recently returned from a month...

I'm pretty sure I'll go with the Cruisetecs when the time comes. The OEM Bridgestone Battlecruise tires have good tread left, but beginning to flatten out which I think adds to my problem with ruts, grooves, cracks. On another note, I asked one of the BMW shops in my area what they charged to...

I emailed Pirelli/Metzeler of North America about the reported high speed "wobble" issue discussed above. Here's their prompt reply: "Pirelli/Metzeler does not have any known issues with Cruisetec tires as of today. Thank you." Well that solves that, right? ;)

Thanks for the replies everyone. Yes, I'm asking specifically about Cruisetecs for my R 18 Pure, knowing that it's a bit lighter in weight than the TC and B models. At just 6,000 miles, I have some miles left on the OEM Bridgestone Battlecruise tires before replacing, so I'll have time to...

Thanks again jp. I've sent an email to Metzeler asking about this issue. I hope to get a reply, but I'll be researching other tires in the meantime.

Hello jp R18T. I've read a couple of older reviews of Cruisetec tires from a few years ago that mention front end wobble at highway speeds. Is this the "oscillation" you describe in your post? What year did you purchase your tires and what's your current mileage? Thanks.

Yes, Bad Mike. Currently running a180/65/16 Bridgestone Battlecruise rear tire. I wonder if a wider tire would increase the probability of negative effects from ruts and grooved pavement? Will probably go with the Metzeler Cruisetecs when the time comes. Better mileage with the Marathon 888s...

Thanks for info on the Cruisetec, Petrus. Yes - that's what I'm looking for - a tire that's less susceptible to grooves and ruts.

With 6,000 miles on my 2023 R18 Pure, I'm beginning to research new tires. I'm currently running the OEM Bridgestone Battlecruise tires, which have been pretty good for grip and rain. Most of the mileage on these tires has been two-lane highway. But as the tires wear, I'm noticing a tendency...

Hello Luis. Don't think the UG bars will be any more comfortable, but they look better to me in black to match the frame, levers, etc. They make me lean forward, which redistributes my weight between the seat and the bars. Maybe this forward position will be a little easier on my skinny...

Tried to turn my 2023 Pure into a more comfortable road bike (upgraded suspension, Day Rider seat, Wunderlich Sport Fairing, BMW waxed cotton saddle bags, etc.) for a recent 5-week tour of the eastern Canadian provinces. The add-ons helped a little, but I've determined the bike will never be a...

Very cool, Lazos. Must be convenient for choosing a new seat.

Noelpolar's advice is true and very accurate. The clutch on my 2023 R18 Pure with under 5,000 miles began slipping on a recent 4-week trip to the eastern Canadian provinces. It was diagnosed in New Brunswick to be a slave cylinder issue, but they would not make repairs because USA and Canada...

Yes, the Hex EZCan for the K1600 will work for Denali D7 lights, B6 brake light, and Soundbomb horn. I have all on my 2023 R18 Pure. For the brake light, an extra wiring extension was all that was required. You run the wiring up under the fender to the controller which will be located under...

Thanks for the replies! Any recommendations for good water-proof summer gloves?

I'm just back from a month-long trip to the eastern Canada provinces (Quebec, PEI, Nova Scotia, Cape Breton, Newfoundland, and New Brunswick) - the wonderful land of much rain, fog, and pot-holed roads. :) I'm still damp and chilled from the long tour, although the trip was quite an adventure...

Thanks for the suggestion, Cu Dubh. I ordered some heavy-duty stretch plastic (used for packing and moving). I'll wrap the front forks, fairing and maybe the cylinder heads, tank and fenders just as a precaution from road grit. It might help - surely it won't hurt anything. :)

Thanks for the advice, Cu Dubh. In retrospect, I probably should have gone for an enclosed trailer, but was trying to save money and garage space with a fold-up trailer. I'm hoping my truck will deflect road debris. I've added the spare tire and ramp parts to the truck bed for easy access...