Test Riding an R1300RT

James Carlisle, Dealer Principal of Morton's BMW, brought a 2026 R1300RT to the Square Route Rally. He offered me a test ride and I could not resist.
This is the automatic model so I got to experience BMW's version of an automatic transmission motorcycle. When in auto mode, the shifting is a little clunky while accelerating and it likes to get into high gear very early. When you put it in manual mode, you use the shift leather for your left foot and there is no clutch lever. Shifting this way is super slick and easy.
The bike was absolutely amazing and I dearly want one but there is no way I can spend $34 Grand on a motorcycle. Is there?Read more