BMW R1200C with Armec Sidewinder (Parma, OH) $8700

While the R1200C doesn't get much love, (I like it but I like the new R1300GSA too. What's that tell you?), it does look good in certain applications.
But that's not what makes this special. It has an Armec Sidewinder Articulating Sidecar attached.
As a general rule I won't post bikes that have been put in CL Motorcycle parts section. People do this to avoid paying the whopping $5 fee CL charges for the regular motorcycle section.
My attitude is if you are too cheap to shell out $5 where else did you skimp.
That said. It's an Armec and it's relatively cheap.
https://cleveland.craigslist.org/mpo/d/cleveland-bmw-r1200c-with-armec/7785782028.html
And so you don't have to click off this awesome site to see what a 2025 R1300GSA looks like...

It's yellow! 🤩 That right there adds a couple of grand to value. 😉
Sincere question: Is it still considered "articulated" if it has fixed upper struts? Or is it convertible (as in just remove struts for articulated action)? If so, that is a great opportunity to try both styles without a big cash outlay. Pretty cool opportunity for the right sidecarista.
Liking the looks of the new GSA?????? 😮 Drew, we need to talk man. 😉
Hold my keyboard and watch this! 🙃

Posted by: @scott-hLiking the looks of the new GSA?????? 😮 Drew, we need to talk man. 😉
You wouldn't be the first to question my taste.
I'm thinking the new GSA would make an awesome rig paired up to that Stepler LBS had.
And I should be able to get a new 2025 GSA for about 50 cents since I'm one of only a hundred that likes them.

Posted by: @andrew-baker
And I should be able to get a new 2025 GSA for about 50 cents since I'm one of only a hundred that likes them.
There is a reason people don't like the new R1300GSA. Just ask the folks at Russell Day Long seats....
According to them, it's worst seat ever made for building a RDL seat out of.
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Owner's of the new GSA will want to watch this video for assistance in building the appropriate sidecar:
Hold my keyboard and watch this! 🙃

Posted by: @scott-hOwner's of the new GSA will want to watch this video for assistance in building the appropriate sidecar:
I knew there had to be an easier way than what I did.
On another note. Even Legos think sidecars are cool. The secrets out.

Posted by: @andrew-bakerWhile the R1200C doesn't get much love, (I like it but I like the new R1300GSA too. What's that tell you?), it does look good in certain applications.
But that's not what makes this special. It has an Armec Sidewinder Articulating Sidecar attached.
As a general rule I won't post bikes that have been put in CL Motorcycle parts section. People do this to avoid paying the whopping $5 fee CL charges for the regular motorcycle section.
My attitude is if you are too cheap to shell out $5 where else did you skimp.
That said. It's an Armec and it's relatively cheap.
https://cleveland.craigslist.org/mpo/d/cleveland-bmw-r1200c-with-armec/7785782028.html
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And so you don't have to click off this awesome site to see what a 2025 R1300GSA looks like...
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Looked up a 1300 GS review.
AU$26k starting price here.
But they only supply them with extras apparently.
Me I'd like one with the full apocalypse kit fitted.
The one that deletes 99% of the current electronic assists.
Luddite I know but I agree with dear departed Luke on that point.
Where is the point of diminishing returns for complexity?
Rant over .
2c

Posted by: @brstrPosted by: @andrew-bakerWhile the R1200C doesn't get much love, (I like it but I like the new R1300GSA too. What's that tell you?), it does look good in certain applications.
But that's not what makes this special. It has an Armec Sidewinder Articulating Sidecar attached.
As a general rule I won't post bikes that have been put in CL Motorcycle parts section. People do this to avoid paying the whopping $5 fee CL charges for the regular motorcycle section.
My attitude is if you are too cheap to shell out $5 where else did you skimp.
That said. It's an Armec and it's relatively cheap.
https://cleveland.craigslist.org/mpo/d/cleveland-bmw-r1200c-with-armec/7785782028.html
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And so you don't have to click off this awesome site to see what a 2025 R1300GSA looks like...
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Looked up a 1300 GS review.
AU$26k starting price here.
But they only supply them with extras apparently.
Me I'd like one with the full apocalypse kit fitted.
The one that deletes 99% of the current electronic assists.
Luddite I know but I agree with dear departed Luke on that point.
Where is the point of diminishing returns for complexity?
Rant over .
2c
I agree with this. The only critically important electrical option needed on any motorcycle is a coffee maker.
If BMW would allow ordering the Keurig as a separate option instead of wrapping it into the expensive packages it would be worth it.
Hold my keyboard and watch this! 🙃

Posted by: @scott-hI agree with this. The only critically important electrical option needed on any motorcycle is a coffee maker.
If BMW would allow ordering the Keurig as a separate option instead of wrapping it into the expensive packages it would be worth it.
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Interesting.....Honda doesn't have a coffee maker for use on a motorcycle, BUT....they do offer an electric cooler, to keep your cans of Red Bull cold...because Red Bull gives you WINGS
Two Million Mile Rider
Exploring the World in Comfort

That should be gold bull....
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