Buying a r1150gs

[Mech]

Hi guys
I am looking to buy a 1150gs got a budget of no more than 4k I have look through the forum found 1 or 2 things corrosion on engine case fork brace etc.
But my question is what faluts crop up on the GS and what should be looking for when buying one.

Cheers Mech

 

[Mech]

I take the lack of replys is because the GS 1150 has no faults

 

[ROLLINSDAN]

It's a really difficult question to answer...... Some owners have very few/or no problems at all, other may tell a different story. One you will have to make your own mind up on!

I've used my 1100 & 1150 for over 50K miles and only ever had to replace consumables/service items.

If a bike has followed the service guidelines, certain parts are replaced/checked at regular intervals, this can be a good preventative route to solve potential future issues.

I guess things like clutch wear is one to watch for, but these can go from 15k miles I think I read on here. Paralever bearings are a common failure, but are checked at service intervals too.

The main thing for me has been the surface finish, I've replaced fixings on both bike with stainless, the 1150 has a few rougher spots that all seem to suffer from.

I may just be able to find you a decent (within a fairly close distance too) bike within your budget too, but for that you may need to become a sponsor to PM me

Good luck with your search

 

[Slowdown]

DiRE magazine Jan 2007 did a roundup of used big trailies and the 1150GS came out top.

They may do back issues and if you'd join I could send you a scan of the review if you're interested.

 

[Colban]

Apply the usual checks as you would to any bike.The main problems are corrosion,as stated.I would also check for play in the rear wheel(common bearing problem).