I joined this forum a few months back, and I stay at the BMW section, since I have (and ride) several BMWs.
But the weird thing is, no matter what subject comes up, there is always someone that has to spread negativity. And the weirdest part is, they don't even drive the bikes them selves. Some have previous ownership of BWS, others don't.
What they seem to have in common though is that they now ride KTM. Not Honda, not whatever brand, they ride KTM. This puzzles me. I have several friends that ride KTM, and they are all fine people that enjoy riding their bike.
In here, when reading posts in the BMW section, I sometimes wonder, does the KTM come with a stick up the riders ass, and is it optional or standard?
I don't mind you guys enjoying your KTMs. But I enjoy my BMWs. I am in the position where I can buy the bike I want, when I want, and BMWs are my choice.
I find it highly disrespectful that other riders can not get into their head that not every one wants the same as they do. And not only do they not understand it, they also have to throw dirt at others at any given opportunity. True, it's probably only a few guys, and this makes me think that the stick is probably optional.
Well gentlemen, to the ones having a hard time sitting down: Next time, try ordering your bike without the stick. That will make you feel better.
To the grown up majority of KTM riders, my apologies for bringing the subject up.
I don’t own A KTM and ride GSA LC.
Now that’s clear, can I ask. Does BMW pay you to write s**t like this?
I bough my GSA on a hype how great it is and frankly I always wanted one but wasn’t in a position to buy one until couple of years ago. I must admit quality of paint, switches, etc not great. My first GS in one year of ownership, had new spotlight, new LH switchgear (sticky cruise control that would either not turn on when wanted or will turn it self on when not wanted unless master switch was pushed in to off position), new GSAP module.
Current GSA, needs new wheels, (salt affected finish, yes I rode through winter) had a new final drive after 10k miles (corrosion) fork recall. And not sure what else might creep up. It’ll be out of warranty come March 4th, and it will be time for me to part with it.
My next bike......
well it might be of an orange type. Thanks for heads up on the stick up the arse front. Must watch out for that optional extra on a test ride bike and certainly not tick the options box.
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