I'm new here and I bought a 2013 S10 farkled with 6500mi. And in just a few rides I've enjoyed 500 miles, I've owned 2 BMW 1150GS bikes both 2004 and I'll admit I don't fall in love with anything that doesn't love me back and the GS was a pretty good tool and I put a lot of enjoyable miles on them but I learned from how to videos how to make them run smoothly and run reliably , I learned BMW stood for bikes made weird but I went with the program, I also have had an FJR and know Yamaha builds quality machinery. Would I go from a Yamaha to a BMW? Not anymore only because I don't think I can maintain a new one, the electrics have changed. But motorcycles are a thing of passion for most people and if a bike makes your heart beat a little faster it's going to make you love it no matter what your buddy is warning . I guess I've always went with my heart when buying a bike and I've only made one bad buy.
Is the GS1250 the reason?
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If I had unlimited funds I would own a BMW Adventure bike. But when I was looking for an Adv bike I looked at 6 different brands and numerous models.
what it came down to me was reliability and overall cost of operation. Having owned numerous bikes with chains for what I wanted to do with the adventure bike I did not want a chain drive So that only left two choices of the BMW or the Yamaha S10, i’m extremely pleased with the purchase I made of the Yamaha S10 and I know the reliability is far superior to the BMW. But with that said I’m sure the BMW is an outstanding adventure bike based on all the reviews I’ve read if you want to spend the extra money for maintenance and repairs.
what it came down to me was reliability and overall cost of operation. Having owned numerous bikes with chains for what I wanted to do with the adventure bike I did not want a chain drive So that only left two choices of the BMW or the Yamaha S10, i’m extremely pleased with the purchase I made of the Yamaha S10 and I know the reliability is far superior to the BMW. But with that said I’m sure the BMW is an outstanding adventure bike based on all the reviews I’ve read if you want to spend the extra money for maintenance and repairs.
Madhatter
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I walked past the triple black GS yesterday at the local dealer .... spent the rest of my evening trying to figure how I could pay for it . maybe next year.
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Earlier this month i spent a few days riding with a buddy on his new Africa Twin. Before that bike he has a GSA for a few years. His reliable Honda had a few issues during the ride.
He reminisced fondly of the GSA. Talked about how he could do a full service, including valves on the GSA in less than 4 hours. In his mind it was the easiest bike to maintain, and since he didn't need the dealer, very inexpensive to boot.
I have little doubt his next bike will be another GSA. Too many benefits, too little downsides...it's an obvious choice for him.
If I wasn't so smitten with the SAS I'd have the 1250. It's a hell of a nice bike.
He reminisced fondly of the GSA. Talked about how he could do a full service, including valves on the GSA in less than 4 hours. In his mind it was the easiest bike to maintain, and since he didn't need the dealer, very inexpensive to boot.
I have little doubt his next bike will be another GSA. Too many benefits, too little downsides...it's an obvious choice for him.
If I wasn't so smitten with the SAS I'd have the 1250. It's a hell of a nice bike.
About $28,000 USD. About what they are selling for around here.
Madhatter
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the anniversary version was 26 k , the triple black was 24k .( my bad but the triple black was a GSA ).
Purificator81
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for the purchase or the maintenance?
Almost 2:1. I paid $15k for a brand new, no miles, '17ES on January 3rd 2017. I probably could have got two for $27k if I had asked nicely. Yeah, yeah, I know, apples & oranges. But, I do love my cheap ass blueberry.
Madhatter
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im on my 2nd Tenere , I'm kinda bored with it till I ride it .... then im back to being bored again.
He dropped & submerged that old GSA in a stream and rode it hard for a long time, partly because he could field strip and repair it anywhere.
Won't be surprised to see him on another but the new ones are completely different animals. I'd rather have your 1290.
Speaking of which, you've had it more than a few months, so when are you getting a new one?
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He'll have another GSA. For him, it's a no-brainer. Have to admit, after listening to him extol all the virtues of the GSA it's hard not to want one. Then I got home, opened the garage, and saw my 1290 sitting there...temptation over.He dropped & submerged that old GSA in a stream and rode it hard for a long time, partly because he could field strip and repair it anywhere.
Won't be surprised to see him on another but the new ones are completely different animals. I'd rather have your 1290.
Speaking of which, you've had it more than a few months, so when are you getting a new one?
I'll get a new 1290 when the current one ceases to put a smile on my face. At the moment that day is so far over the horizon I can't imagine how far away it might be. In fact, the minor updates made to my 690 means both my orange bikes are safe in their spots in the garage. I've have the perfect bikes for me. Don't mess with perfection.
Tenman
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With those shin buster cylinders sticking out in the way. I would never buy one. They have way too many gadgets to go out and never need.
Streethawk
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Did you ever get to ride an ECU flashed S10? If not, I'm still just "down the road" so PM me if you want to coordinate on that
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If there were say a R1250 GS "Pure" model where it was stripped of most tech, I'd strongly consider getting it for two reasons: 1) Overall agility/maneuverability of the bike and 2) Ease of access to the engine valves. I'd only want cruise, TC, ABS disabling and heated grips for the tech. That's it. Everything else could stay as the GS currently is. If it were around $16-17k, I'd probably pony up for it. BMW would never pull such a stunt, but hey, we can all dream!
How much have you had to drink?If there were say a R1250 GS "Pure" model where it was stripped of most tech, I'd strongly consider getting it for two reasons: 1) Overall agility/maneuverability of the bike and 2) Ease of access to the engine valves. I'd only want cruise, TC, ABS disabling and heated grips for the tech. That's it. Everything else could stay as the GS currently is. If it were around $16-17k, I'd probably pony up for it. BMW would never pull such a stunt, but hey, we can all dream!
Or did you take a trip to Colorado? 
Bmwdumptruck
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Got similar feelings, in fact they almost do make such a thing with the R9T UrbanGS. A slightly beefier version with luggage capability and touring friendly saddle would certainly turn my eye.If there were say a R1250 GS "Pure" model where it was stripped of most tech, I'd strongly consider getting it for two reasons: 1) Overall agility/maneuverability of the bike and 2) Ease of access to the engine valves. I'd only want cruise, TC, ABS disabling and heated grips for the tech. That's it. Everything else could stay as the GS currently is. If it were around $16-17k, I'd probably pony up for it. BMW would never pull such a stunt, but hey, we can all dream!
I really liked that bike. I was waiting for it to arrive in my country…..The motorcycle is already for sale….but I don't know, there is something I don't like….it's like something doesn't convince me…..Here y'all go. Luggage, windshield, dinner plate sized valve covers . . . . all it needs is a beak.
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Maybe the ugly exhaust. Maybe that huge/massive motor that's making heat with nothing to deflect it away from the rider. Maybe that blue & white badge on the tank. Maybe the $21,500usd base price. Maybe these tidbits of info:
Top speed: over 179 km/h (111 mph)
Weight: 345 kg (761 lb) (wet)
Fuel capacity: 16 L (3.5 imp gal; 4.2 US gal)
Fuel consumption: 5.6 L/100 km; 50 mpg‑imp (42 mpg‑US)