BMW R1200GS Review

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BMW R1200GS
3.5 stars
Average rating for this product is: 3.5 out of 5

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Guest's Review of BMW R1200GS Motorcycle

27th Oct 2008

Overall Rating

4 stars
  • Value for money
    2.5 stars
  • Length of ownership
    from new
  • Reliability
    2.5 stars
  • Year Manufactured
    2006
  • Build quality
    3.5 stars
Bad Points

I am over 6ft tall so no seating problem. Anyone less than say 5'8" will need to tip toe to stay upright. I think the seat hight adjustment is very limited, and will put a lot of potential buyers off the bike. You only need 2' long legs to ride a Harley!


General Comments

The ABS coupled front/rear brakes really inspire confidence in all weather conditions. Excellent riding position. The low slung twin cylinders keep the centre of gravity really low and allow the bike to be ridden hard. Terrific engine torque makes this bike easy to ride whatever the terrain. The bike is well constructed and seems to resist the weather well. With the fuel tank modifiication (a small hole drilled in the filler tube) I can easily get a range of 200 miles. I love the bike and will certainly buy another R1200 GS. I have fitted the Wonderlich screen which is about 6" taller than the original, and offer vastly impove weather protection when touring.

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