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Re: BMW 1,800cc Cruiser
Reply #15 - 11/19/19 at 06:10:06

Dave wrote on 11/16/19 at 03:58:14:

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The guy in the video gives me the creeps......not sure why they think "HE" is the right guy to promote their product.

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Because he ain't your typical old greybeard that already owns a Harley and will never buy a BMW. Because he doesn't wear his phone on his belt. He keeps his phone in silent mode instead of that obnoxious ring tone that startles everyone around him whenever a spammer calls him. Because he could be gay or straight. Because he is well-spoken, without being arrogant or pompous. He represents what younger generations value.

They are marketing to a generation that is more accepting and tolerant than your KY folk. Wink

Let's face it, we are a dying market..literally! He's not. I'm a 51-year-old married white guy with no tattoos or piercings. I have no problem relating to that guy or old guys like you and me. Getting along is only as hard as you make it.

I'm also very sick and tired of the overly sensitive PC crowd. Whining about everything that can be taken in a negative context and being so judging of anyone who says anything not in line with their own beliefs is so hypocritical. Preaching tolerance but not practicing it is such a turn-off. Shame on you peoples for that. Angry

We need more shepherds and less wolfs.

EDIT: Dave, this shouldn't be read as an attack on you. I didn't read much into your OP. I'm just pointing out what I think BMW is going for and it's not old guys like us.

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Re: BMW 1,800cc Cruiser
Reply #16 - 11/19/19 at 06:46:50

I commend BMW for making something different than what they have. It will be interesting to see who actually buys the bikes.
Hopefully they use the platform to create a more 'standard' model, something along the lines of their R9T.
Gotta wonder about an 1800cc air-cooled bike.
As for the guy in the ad? I'm sure they spent a ton of time/money/research figuring out who to use to appeal to their target audience.
Face it, at one time you got tattoos to stand out, now you get them to fit in.

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Serowbot YaBB Moderator ModSquad Offline OK.... so what's the speed of dark? Posts: 29284 Tucson Az Gender:	Re: BMW 1,800cc Cruiser Reply #17 - 11/19/19 at 07:35:28 I have t-shirts I regret... I could never get a tattoo...
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ohiomoto Serious Thumper Offline SuzukiSavage.com Rocks! Posts: 2825	Re: BMW 1,800cc Cruiser Reply #18 - 11/19/19 at 10:14:29 Armen wrote on 11/19/19 at 06:46:50: I commend BMW for making something different than what they have... --------------------------------- I agree. I'm not a cruiser guy myself, but that BMW is not your cookiecutter HD wannabe, which is exactly what they wanted. Credit where credit is due.
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Ruttly Serious Thumper Offline Thumpers Rule Posts: 5401 Manteca , CA Gender:	Re: BMW 1,800cc Cruiser Reply #19 - 11/19/19 at 11:38:56 Yeah it's always best to hire a tattooed meth head to sell your bikes , at least he had teeth ! But I like the bike cause it's different. $$,$$$
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Re: BMW 1,800cc Cruiser
Reply #20 - 11/20/19 at 11:31:58

Real BMW motorcycles are black or tan with white pinstriping. They have exposed cylinders, low slung exhaust, VW Beetle carbs and an open drive shaft.

And they died off with the R69.

If they just have to bring back THE best touring bikes ever made, bring back the R50, with a slight over bore and a longer stroke. Say 800-900cc, focus on torque output and final drive ratios. Give it a proper thin seat with good under seat suspension. Stiff chassis, real metal bodywork. And a functional kicker and centerstand. You know, real motorcycle parts...

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Re: BMW 1,800cc Cruiser
Reply #21 - 11/20/19 at 16:33:30

WD wrote on 11/20/19 at 11:31:58:

Real BMW motorcycles are black or tan with white pinstriping. They have exposed cylinders, low slung exhaust, VW Beetle carbs and an open drive shaft.

And they died off with the R69.

If they just have to bring back THE best touring bikes ever made, bring back the R50, with a slight over bore and a longer stroke. Say 800-900cc, focus on torque output and final drive ratios. Give it a proper thin seat with good under seat suspension. Stiff chassis, real metal bodywork. And a functional kicker and centerstand. You know, real motorcycle parts...

Hey there WD !
Long time man, how you doing ?

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WD Serious Thumper 2005 No Login Offline Professional "scooter trash". Posts: 5207 Rosemark TN Gender:	Re: BMW 1,800cc Cruiser Reply #22 - 11/21/19 at 16:11:31 Fine and dandy peachy keen craptastic... you?
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