BMW R1200GS
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» Introductions
Hello to you all
Hi to everyone on this site. I joined this site some time back to find information on the R1200gsa. As I don't have one yet back will be the owner of one in the near future. Thanks to everyone that has put there thoughts and problems onto the site as this has answered alot of questiuons I had about the bike. It has... [Read More]
» Before The Big Purchase
Enduro trans.....or not?
Is the enduro transmission option worth it or not? I'm looking at either an existing '09 or ordering a 2010.
What are the pros and cons. Is the top end the same?
» Riding Gear and Equipment
New Helmet for me! Shoei RF1000
Okay, so I have not been riding too many years. First helmet was a borrowed HJC full face. Did not fit my head at all. First helmet I bought was an HJC Symax, okay helmet, but not real comfortable after a couple of hours and not quiet, also leaked a lot. Next helmet, figure I was going "top of the line"... [Read More]
» Installs and Modifications
Trax Alu-Top Box Install
okay, so I haven't posted in a while...gimme a break, I've been out of the country.

So I found some time to do the install on my Trax top box from Twisted Throttle. Good company. It was out of stock as I expected but since I was going to be gone I wasn't worried.

Packing was very good and... [Read More]
» Ride Reports, Events and Adventures
Trip out West
As most of you know the wife and I are starting our trip out west. We plan on hitting Co, Wy, Mt, Id, Nv, and Ut. I thought that I would start with some quick pics of us getting ready. We trailered out to Colorado and we will be hitting the road in the morning. I will post as soon and often as we can.... [Read More]
» Marketplace
WTB: 2008 BMW GSA (Adventure)
I am located in Las Vegas & looking for a 2008 bike. Please PM if you have what I need.
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» Motorcycle Parts and Accessories
Metzler Karoo T or 2 tyres
I have recently fitted Karoo T (2) tyres onto my 1200gsa. There doesn't seem to be much information about these tyres, in fact the dealer didn't even realise that BMW had changed from TKC80 to Metzler Karoo T.
I believe that the old Karoo was good off road but crap on road and didn't last long.
Having... [Read More]
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» General Maintenance and Common Problems
FLASHIN EMPTY always
Just a quick note about something that occured in my fuel tank.
The strip by which the fuel level is constantly being read, was replaced by Miller BMW last week. No drama! The service manager, Rich, over the phone told me not to worry & keep riding, just count the miles between fill up so not to strand... [Read More]
» Troubleshooting and Repairs
Headlight contacts melting - HELP - 06 R1200GSA
For those maintenance SME (Subject Matter Experts) out there:

Yesterday, my low beam headlight bulb burnt out. When I pulled off the cap and popped the little clips to pull the bulb out of the reflector, I noticed the black plastic base assembly that holds the contacts (with a yellow wire and a brown... [Read More]
» Documents, Articles and Literature
USE BIKE VALUE GUIDE - 2008
Good day

Refer to the link below for subject guide and see how much your GS or GSA may still worth and compare with other brands!! The following are base on the guide:

- 2008 GSA value is $14,525;
- 2007 GSA value is $13,805;
- 5% value decrease;

- 2008... [Read More]
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