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Newest Review: ... in the rain anyway. The R1200GS isn't without it's faults though. The gearbox is typical BMW, a bit clunky and has a tendancy to find neutral if you don't really boot it into second. Also with all that techno wizardry, mine has seen the inside of the dealership a few times. Every time it has been repaired under warranty and I've had a loan bike, but still it's a bit annoying. Most of the faults are really simple though, and I think I may have just been unlucky. Overall, I'd say this is just about the perfect bike for all occasions. It's fast, fun and comfortable, and offers great offroading capabilities. BMW also have just a... more

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Other BMW...: BMW R1200GS: What a machine. (658 words)
by - written on 12/06/08 (Very useful, 818 readings)
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I'm amazed to see there's no catagory for the R1200GS yet. It's one of those love/hate bikes, a giant trailie with an odd engine and whacky suspension, to match it's strange appearance. Not to mention the odd but useful indicator switches (one on each hand, and a cancel switch on the right) and the maintainence free shaft drive. Thing is, love it or hate it, you can't ignore it's presence in the motorcycling world. The R1200GS came out in 2004, replacing the old workhorse R1150GS. Since then BMW have improved it marginally each year, and now the latest 2008 models offer in incredible array of accessories, from heated grips, electronic suspension ... Read the complete review

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