I still remember the day I caught the motorcycling bug. I was exploring the back roads of horse country and neighboring farms outside of Philadelphia. There was something about the freedom and adventure of the open road that just drew me in. This article covers my experience buying and riding the K1200S as a novice, including the safety course, aftermarket modifications, and five years of touring mid-Atlantic states. Continue reading My First Motorcycle: 2008 BMW K1200S