“Why not is the question” – Philip Bouffard on why he rides.
Ultimate MotorCycling Reader’s Ride Profile:
Who: Philip Bouffard of Allenhurst Ga.
Occupation: SSG U.S. Army
What: 2014 BMW R1200GS
Owned since: 2014
Where was this purchased: U.S. Military Sales, Dexheimer BMW Kaiserslautern Germany
Why this motorcycle: “I wanted the option of going off road when I wanted, ride two-up when my wife wants to ride, and maintain the boxer motor that peaked my interests in 1988 at a MSF course.”
Mods: “More like farkles, Effetti Adventure decal kit, SW Motech upper/lower crash guards, Leverguard, Camrack, Side stand switch cover from Guard Concept, Touratech handguard extension and sidestand foot enlarger, Wunderlich rear master cylinder guard, PUIG windshield, CREE LED aux lights from Amazon and Wunderlich headlight protector.”
Why I ride: “Why not is the question.”
Other motorcycles: 1985 BMW R80 Euro
Philip Bouffard’s 2014 BMW R1200GS Photo Gallery:
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Thanks for the post and a great online motorcycle magazine.
Thanks for reading, Phil – and we love the GS!