Well I've test ridden both now and neither (in the forms I tested them) will fit the bill for serious 25k miles a year motorway and town commuting.
The 1150GS was uncomfortable with the seat in its lowest position because my knees were then too high. I was also unconvinced by the weight and handling. However I did only have an hour on the thing and it was a truely awful day (rain, strong winds etc). The Capo was lovely (really lovely) upto 80mph but then I had serious windblast and the Capo was more affected by crosswinds. Also the Capo has the obvious chain drive/service interval disadvantages which I may have been able to overlook were it not for the other problems. The Capo does have a lovely (really lovely) engine.
On the plus side for the GS I was very impressed by its stability in crosswinds and a footpeg lowering kit and a longer testride may sort my lingering concerns. I'm also going to test an R1150RS although I'm less impressed by its looks. A black GS just looks fantastic. Unfortunately practicality may have to override vanity.
Thanks again for all your comments and help.
The 1150GS was uncomfortable with the seat in its lowest position because my knees were then too high. I was also unconvinced by the weight and handling. However I did only have an hour on the thing and it was a truely awful day (rain, strong winds etc). The Capo was lovely (really lovely) upto 80mph but then I had serious windblast and the Capo was more affected by crosswinds. Also the Capo has the obvious chain drive/service interval disadvantages which I may have been able to overlook were it not for the other problems. The Capo does have a lovely (really lovely) engine.
On the plus side for the GS I was very impressed by its stability in crosswinds and a footpeg lowering kit and a longer testride may sort my lingering concerns. I'm also going to test an R1150RS although I'm less impressed by its looks. A black GS just looks fantastic. Unfortunately practicality may have to override vanity.
Thanks again for all your comments and help.
