Only the panniers if they are in good condition and fit the new model - I don't customise my bikes, never feel the need.
Is the bike a keeper?
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Only the panniers if they are in good condition and fit the new model - I don't customise my bikes, never feel the need.
mattgslc
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I have just got a 2017 model and to be honest the 2016 felt a lot smoother to me
2017 has 1000mls on it now but not impressed with the gearbox at all and the 2016 was a lot smoother and better for me
the brakes also don't feel anywhere near as good as the 2016 and just not impressed with it at all but I will keep it till I want to sell as I bought mine cash with the trade in value on top of my 2016 model GSA TE
only had the 2017 3 weeks yesterday so hopefully will get better with age
2017 has 1000mls on it now but not impressed with the gearbox at all and the 2016 was a lot smoother and better for me
the brakes also don't feel anywhere near as good as the 2016 and just not impressed with it at all but I will keep it till I want to sell as I bought mine cash with the trade in value on top of my 2016 model GSA TE
only had the 2017 3 weeks yesterday so hopefully will get better with age
I bought my 14 plate GSA last September. It now has nearly 13k miles on the clock and I see no reason to change it. I'm off to the Black Forest for a few days with some friends and this is going to be the perfect chariot for the 1600 mile round trip. So far (says he touching wood) there are no signs of any corrosion issues so I must be one of the lucky ones.I can honestly say, I believe I will only sell it once I can't handle it out of the garage anymore. These bikes shouldn't be this good, but they are.
You sure you have enough lighting ?
It's very black in the Black Forest !!
Horses for courses - I use the GS as my main transport 52 weeks a year (almost) so I put a fair number of miles on them (approx 12,000 p.a.). I am not a BMW die hard and I have looked at other bikes but there isn't any other that'll do all that I need a bike to do - the GS hits the sweet spot of perfect all rounder where all the others fail in some way or another.
After 3 years and around 36,000 miles the bikes are still running perfectly and in great condition but I fancy a change
You sure you have enough lighting ?
It's very black in the Black Forest !!
ha ha...all wired in to a HEX EZCAN for best effect, but nothing compared to my friend that has mounted these...
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sven
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I paid my 2014 GS LC off in March and feel relieved as PCP is a complete money pit 
I also had a new engine fitted last year due to corrosion and a rear ESA shock absorber, so the bike is still almost like new - it'd be completely pointless spending £6k on a 2017 model. If I do change it, it'll be for something completely different and more reliable
I also had a new engine fitted last year due to corrosion and a rear ESA shock absorber, so the bike is still almost like new - it'd be completely pointless spending £6k on a 2017 model. If I do change it, it'll be for something completely different and more reliable
Sorry Malcopopolo, but don't you think we should all be boycotting the buying of stolen parts on eBay? Can't believe you would suggest this as a long term option for anybody to save money
I don't agree with buying stolen parts and I wouldn't if known. But the fact remains about ebay
Without wishing to state the obvious, is there anyone on here who hasn't had a new engine fitted
Without wishing to state the obvious, is there anyone on here who hasn't had a new engine fitted
Engineer !!!!
Without wishing to state the obvious, is there anyone on here who hasn't had a new engine fitted
.... so far, all ok with mine. 
Without wishing to state the obvious, is there anyone on here who hasn't had a new engine fitted
Me. 2013 model with 41k miles. Standard except for MRA Vario screen and touratwat crash bars. Furthest we've taken it is Morocco and this year it will take me to Assen for the Moto GP and on a 3 week tour of Scotland. No rust, no problems. Lucky me. I'm keeping it!
Without wishing to state the obvious, is there anyone on here who hasn't had a new engine fitted
Fair comment, but although I have had a new engine fitted, and these bikes really shouldn't be having these corrosion problems, but with mine at least it was just a little bit of paint bubbling and in reality if it happens again when too long out of warranty I'd probably just leave it or touch it up with a bit of hammerite metal paint...
No problems at all that time? What about overly expensive services? All sounds good, but that being said it's only 3 or 4 years old so the electrics/computers are still young..
BigRedUn
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I'm really surprised to hear that. My 2017 feels much better than my 2015. The gearbox is superb compared to the older bike, the front end redesign has reduced the noise considerably, and my brakes are better (the rear on the old one was very spongy).
Ditto here. I have returned most of my pcp deals on bikes (and cars) either on time or a few months before, but the 2017 MY GS/A is a keeper. Haven't ridden anything better and more alround competent in my life, and I m starting to doubt there is something. So why change...
One thing that would make me look into it would be the Centenary 2023 model year. Till then...
Really you have three options:
1. Buy extended warranty for about £35/£40 per month
2. Trade it in for a new pcp agreement with a new warranty and move the accessories over
3. Pay the balloon payment, take out the extended warranty on direct debit, then sell it and get a different bike which will leave you less financial stress. MT10, Tiger Sport 1050, V-Strom etc.
Hope you get the advice you need. Love my GSA but the repairs/labour/parts can be out of this world and no joke when you have kids and a budget.
1. Buy extended warranty for about £35/£40 per month
2. Trade it in for a new pcp agreement with a new warranty and move the accessories over
3. Pay the balloon payment, take out the extended warranty on direct debit, then sell it and get a different bike which will leave you less financial stress. MT10, Tiger Sport 1050, V-Strom etc.
Hope you get the advice you need. Love my GSA but the repairs/labour/parts can be out of this world and no joke when you have kids and a budget.
I should add that the reason for taking the warranty on direct debit is so you can cancel it immediately following the sale. Pay the whole lot up front and I think, like insurance, the cancellation fee is the entire amount remaining.
Not so, BMW will refund the remaining premium. A quick phone call to a helpful lady and it was done.
I was trading in for another, would that make a difference ?
You never know what's round the corner with your bike - it might be fine or give loads of problems. An extended warranty will not cover corrosion (so I am told by BMW - and I have pressed them on this!!) or aged shocks for instance. You could self insure by putting £50 away a month into your keep the bike going fund and if it is fine; you will accrue funds for your next machine. All bikes can give problems, for example:
All three GSW's have been mechanically fine up to now, save for a slight knock on the front spring, cause unknown (no operational issues).
If I was looking at a cheap reliable everyday bike that could do most things; I would plump for a Honda Transalp 650. If new; the Suzuki 650 V-Strom.
Both would be huge step downs from a GSW, but you would not have the worry of massive bills.
- My old Suzuki V-Strom had a clutch slave cylinder failure that was a recovery job and would have been a real problem on a tour (working one day - knackered the next);
- A mate has just sold a very problematic KTM 990 Adv - loads of electrical issues, rotted out exhaust collector box that cost a fortune to replace; chain snapped on one ride, ran like a pig etc etc. He was glad to get rid.
- My last air cooled GS - a 2012 Twin Cam had both the balancer shaft oil seal and crank oil seal fail on two separate occasions.
All three GSW's have been mechanically fine up to now, save for a slight knock on the front spring, cause unknown (no operational issues).
If I was looking at a cheap reliable everyday bike that could do most things; I would plump for a Honda Transalp 650. If new; the Suzuki 650 V-Strom.
Both would be huge step downs from a GSW, but you would not have the worry of massive bills.
I keep a 'relatively' cheap 2010 Suzuki Bandit 1250 in my armoury. Just put new tyres, new battery, new chain and sprockets, new clutch fluid.
Cheap as chips to run and insure.
Last year I stripped it down myself and fitted new head bearings, new handlebars, heated grips, new mirrors, CREE LED lights, new Wilbers fork springs and seals plus Wilbers rear shock, engine bars, new rectifier, new spark plugs, air filter, engine coolant, oil and filter, brake pads front and rear with HELL braided hoses, fork brace, akrapovic carbon exhaust, pillion streetfighter cover, stomp grips, garmin sat nav, givi racks.....
Ahem.... did I say cheap as chips?
But great fun, totally enjoyed messing with it. ... and its quick for a naked bike.
Cheap as chips to run and insure.
Last year I stripped it down myself and fitted new head bearings, new handlebars, heated grips, new mirrors, CREE LED lights, new Wilbers fork springs and seals plus Wilbers rear shock, engine bars, new rectifier, new spark plugs, air filter, engine coolant, oil and filter, brake pads front and rear with HELL braided hoses, fork brace, akrapovic carbon exhaust, pillion streetfighter cover, stomp grips, garmin sat nav, givi racks.....
Ahem.... did I say cheap as chips?
But great fun, totally enjoyed messing with it. ... and its quick for a naked bike.
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