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laptop is inside it. I found a bag in my col- lection that fit into the side case with a little effort, but years of being able to drop my briefcase unhindered into one of the Jesse cases on my GS have clearly spoiled me when it comes to transporting my computer. The side cases aren’t small though,
despite my comments about what fits in them. I was easily able to carry my Moto Hansa tool kit, a tire pump, a tire repair kit, my rain gear, a Nelson-Rigg half cover and my lunch in one side case. Into the other went my laptop, a spare pair of gloves and any layers I might need to wear throughout the day. On the occasions I needed to haul larger items, I used the lash points (grab handles and top case plate) supplied on the bike and held things down with Rok Straps. If I was going to buy this bike, I’d likely put a top case on it, both for the convenience of transporting items and to provide a back rest for any passenger I might have. Speaking of passengers, I took my wife
(5’8” with a long inseam) on about a 100- mile ride, and she praised the passenger seat and ergonomics. She said the bike felt smooth at all speeds and mentioned that she hardly noticed when I shifted gears. This tells me two things: 1) the Shift Assist Pro really is that good, and 2) I clearly need to work on my clutch technique when rid- ing bikes without Shift Assist! The 2016 R 1200 RT is a great all-around
bike. It is smooth, but the brand-new bike suffers from some minor vibrations through the grips between about 3500 and 4500 rpm; given my experience on my friend’s year-old RT with over 20,000 miles on it, I have no doubts it will only get smoother as the miles go by. In addition to its incredible poise (and easy-to-operate cruise control) on the highway, I wouldn’t hesitate to take it on hard dirt or gravel roads. The weather protection afforded by the full fairing and large, adjustable windshield can’t be beat. Fuel efficiency is about average for 1200s (mid-40s mpg) and the ergonomics out of the crate should suit most riders. The power is mind-bending (80 mph in 6th gear is well under 5,000 rpm) and the electronic adjust- ments for mode and payload make every ride a great one, whether you’re heading to the corner for a gallon of milk (two of which do fit in the side case), going for a long weekend jaunt, or pointing your nose towards the opposite coast.
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