I want a BMW.

[Glassunion]

1. I'm with you.

I've recently started searching and was rather excited and impressed by the ride of the new 800GT. But all the bells and whistles on the 1200RT are just too friggen awesome. So, like you I have changed direction and am looking at a used 1200 instead of a new bike.

From my research, the final drive on the late 90's bikes has had some issues (oil leaking) with some (not most) riders. That may have more to do with the storeage and maintenance of the bike. So a good garage kept, bike should not see these issues. A repair of the final drive should be in the neighborhood of about $600 - $700 by a BMW certified shop for the gasgets, boots, etc... That's not too bad. But the engine, clutch and tranny are very solid. But those all depend on the other owners and how they rode.

Also make sure if any recalls were out and that they have been taken care of.