BMC Bobber (u there Stinkboto)

[isnoface]

Anyone have a newer (06/07) BMC bobber with a revtech 88? I am thinking about purchasing one and would like to hear people's experiences with them. I believe a member Stinkboto has one. You out there Stinkboto?

[stinkboto]

Hey I'm here! I just saw your post.....
I have a '06
My previous bike was a Sportster so I fit right in to this bike as far as it being lightweight and nimble. A lot more powerfull! The Revtech 88 is a stong engine, no probs, I went with the apes, they seemed more comfy than the drag bars, and I changed the grips as well. My bike came with Santee exhaust...I heard the new ones come with a Kirker 2 into 1
The ride is decent with the sprung seat, riding a rigid is fun with this seat, make sure u get the upgraded Corbin/BMC saddle as opposed to the tiny cross stitched bicycle seat...huge difference. Write back if u have any questions..

[isnoface]

Yeah, I'm looking at one with similar specs as yours. 06, Santee exhaust, sans the ape hangers though. It's just like yours actually after looking at your pics. That's a BAD BAD bike dude. Gotta love those ole' school looks!

I was mostly concerned about the RevTech as I've seen a lot of posts around here bashing the RevTech 100. Most of the posts were old though and I haven't seen any posts about the 88.

I'm also wondering what's up with the warranty if you don't live near one of their dealers. You have any info on that?

[stinkboto]

Yeah the 88 seems to be holding up w/no probs, just follow your proper break in and u should be fine.
I had a similar problem with having a dealer nearby. I had to travel a couple of hours away to buy my bike. Since then , Arlen Ness who is only about a half hour from me carries BMC now. Anyway, according to BMC if u cannot take your bike to an authorized dealer u can take it to your local mechanic, but any work needs to be authorized first by BMC. I guess your mechanic when authorized would then do the work, charge you and then you get reimbursed. Hope this helps. How far away is your dealer? Or are u buying used?

[isnoface]

I'm buying new from a dealer (online) in Arkansas. The closest one to where I live in Tallahassee, FL is 6 hours away in Georgia so I would be taking the bike for maintenance/repairs here in Tallahassee.

I'm sure it'll be sketchy trying to deal with BMC for repairs at a non-dealer but I think it's worth it for the deal I'm getting. I'm still a little nervous about this all since 1 - I've never had a V-Twin. I used to have a Triumph and 2 - I don't know much about BMC other than they make a great looking bike. Your recommendation helps ease my concerns though.

[stinkboto]

I hear ya, if it would make u feel better u should check out the BMC website and click on the contact us link to e mail them and ask them any questions u got. Or call them direct in Oregon and ask for a guy named Rev(as in RevTech) he will help u! I hope your experience will be as good as mine. Let me know how it works out for ya!
BTW welcome to the Forum!

[isnoface]

Yeah, I think I'll call them tomorrow. Thanks for your prompt help bro! I'm sure we'll be chatting on here some more in the near future. I'll post some picks once I get the bike.