How can I compare bikes?

[cman1956]

I'm soon to be an owner of a BMW bike. Just not sure which one. I've been reading this forum for quite a while now and most, if not almost all the answers giving when someone wants to know about how a bike rides, the answer is ride to compare.

How do I do that? I dont have a bike now, I dont know anyone who has a BMW i can borrow to ride (which I wouldnt really feel comfortable to do anyway) and the kinda local dealership doesnt rent their bikes?

Is there answer to this problem or am I SOL? :(

i think i know the answer now as I type this!

[katnapinn]

Most dealer let you test ride a bike . If the one near you does not try another dealer :bmw:

[DavidTaylor]

If you have a valid motorcycle license most dealers will let you take test rides on their demo bikes. Go to your dealer and ask to go for a ride.

[BamaLT]

I'm soon to be an owner of a BMW bike. Just not sure which one. I've been reading this forum for quite a while now and most, if not almost all the answers giving when someone wants to know about how a bike rides, the answer is ride to compare.

How do I do that? I dont have a bike now, I dont know anyone who has a BMW i can borrow to ride (which I wouldnt really feel comfortable to do anyway) and the kinda local dealership doesnt rent their bikes?

Is there answer to this problem or am I SOL? :(

i think i know the answer now as I type this!

Here's the solution... click here (http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25295)