Looking for a cheap gs 1200

[pbergin]

Hi
I hope to get a 1200 gs next. But I only have abouy 5k to spend. Will it be possible to find a good clean bike for this price? I have seen a few on done deal but they have very mileage. Should i be concerned about clutch/gear boxes etc on these bikes?
Also if anyone is thinking of selling theirs could you let me know.

Thanks
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Aidan

 

[Jockser]

Firstly, welcome to the nuthouse

they have very mileage.

What's high milage ? I've 82000km on an 09 GSA & she's still going strong

Should i be concerned about clutch/gear boxes etc on these bikes?

Clutches & gearboxes aren't major issues. Although a bit agricultural the 'box is strong. Some of them suffer from fuel pump controller, ring antenna & drive shaft / bevel drive issues but they should be sorted on higher milage bikes.

 

[JJH]

I would not worry about milage at all. Condition is more important as is history. I had 92,000 km on my 1200 rt with no engine issues at all. I would rather a well minded high miler than a barley run in 5 year old bike. Mark in platinum motorcycle in Bray might have something that would suit you. His bikes are well sorted. JJH

 

[pbergin]

Some of them suffer from fuel pump controller, ring antenna & drive shaft / bevel drive issues but they should be sorted on higher milage bikes.

Thanks
Could you explain this to me? I would imagine drive shaft issues would be seriously expensive

 

[Ravenbyrne]

Thanks
Could you explain this to me? I would imagine drive shaft issues would be seriously expensive

Not really, if you take into consideration the cost of replacing chains and sprockets, anyway if you do get a 1200gs and the rear drive goes bang!! I have a rebuilt one sitting in my shed waiting for you to purchase it from me..

Oh welcome to the site and good look with your search.

Just to mention, I bought an almost new rear drive on ebay for €350.00

 

[ZZedd66]

5K is not a bad budget!

You should get a good example for that money. Don't be nervous of going for a well minded older model or one with a few miles on it. If you're wary of the shaft drive assembly go for a bike from someone who will stand over it, like Mark in Platinum.

 

[neo]

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Aidan

 

[pbergin]

You should get a good example for that money. Don't be nervous of going for a well minded older model or one with a few miles on it. If you're wary of the shaft drive assembly go for a bike from someone who will stand over it, like Mark in Platinum.

Thanks, Sounds like Platnium come highly recommended!

Where abouts are you? I was thinking of selling mine it's. 2007 72k fullbmwsh just had a major one done the condition is amazing you think it's done 20-30k by looks and ride, my mate guess mileage at 30k other day

Hi Neo,
I am in the midlands in Ireland. I assume your has 72k miles (i.e. no KM's). Do you have an email address I would like to know some more about your bike.

 

[pbergin]

You should get a good example for that money. Don't be nervous of going for a well minded older model or one with a few miles on it. If you're wary of the shaft drive assembly go for a bike from someone who will stand over it, like Mark in Platinum.

I know its not bad, Id love to have another 3 or 4 and pick up an adventure.
Id also be tempted by the 800gs, I havent ridden one, the reviews seem excellent, I deffo cant find one in my budget.

 

[rymus]

what you need is a 1150 GSA and in an amazing coincidence, I just happen to have a lovely one for sale

 

[de crowe]

Welcome.
I saw a 2004 R1200GS on done deal from a dealer for less than 4k euro. Search Donedeal for bmw R1200gs if it is still there it will pop up. good luck with your search.

 

[neo]

Thanks, Sounds like Platnium come highly recommended!




Hi Neo,
I am in the midlands in Ireland. I assume your has 72k miles (i.e. no KM's). Do you have an email address I would like to know some more about your bike.

Yes 72k miles but it is a peach


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[pbergin]

Ok, I paid up my subscription, I wasnt planning on "buying in" until I actually owned a GS, now Im going to have to buy one, I may stop searching for Ktms

 

[Aidan1150]

No bother lad.

Sure what would you be wanting with one of them other yokes anyway?

 

[Tengiz99]

The 800 is clearly the superior bike, for those who don't follow the maddening crowd!

 

[neo]

I can't send my email on the post as i am not a subscriber


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[john_aero]

I can't send my email on the post as i am not a subscriber


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for the cost of few pints the sub is very good and worht while

plus if you do sell your bike its feck all compared what will make on sale

 

[pbergin]

I know people were saying dont mind high mileage but I think your is pushing it. Id find it hard to sell with over 100k miles in a year or two.
Thanks anyway.

 

[neo]

No probs and good luck I am not to desperate to sell her anyway


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[pbergin]

Put my sp1 up for sale today. It only took 3 hours from advertising to selling it.
No the search formally begins.