My K1300R should be here next month but I am having second thought... I have been offered a great deal on those two bike and dono if I should stick with the naked style BMW or go for one of these....
I used to own a Ninja, CBR, and a GSXR but moved away due to the fact that I could not control my need for speed. A few years later I got into Harley and now I am feeling the itch but dont want to go all out racing.... I want something kinds in between

 

Guzzis are pretty but problematic and parts are scarce...

 

The Multi is awesome! I test rode it about a month and it's a really great bike. Perfect all around bike.

 

i have owned a k1200R and a 2006 Multistrada. New multi is more all purpose while the BMW is more power and not a touring bike. I loved the looks of the R but it is a real niche bike. No fairings for highway and longer rides, and a bit long and heavy for sport riding. That being said, a great bike that I had fun with. Also very comfortable to ride - I am 6'2" 195 and fit me great. Have you thought about the k1300S? also great comfort and better if you do long rides or more sport touring. The R and Multi are both great bikes- great taste.

 

What types of roads will you be riding on?

 

Yes I did think about the S but for some reason dont like the looks and it reminds me of my older bikes... too sporty

The roads are short and not windy but hope'n to ship it to different places

I hear ya, the dealer here is new... but a close friend so I should be taken care off
I cannot seem to find one to test myself but I keep hearing amazing stuff

 

New Multi is a great bike. What kind of riding do you want to do? The GS line is also great from BMW.

 

If not curvy, get something that's comfortable with as much wind protection as possible.

 

Follow what you felt 1st on anything you see.
Thats all what I can say !

 

So the dealer screwed up my order...
The K1300R was missing ABS and the anti-wheely options, plus the wrong color