Returning to the dark side

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Despite what I’ve said about the 1250 engine which IMHO is much improved over the 1200 I just don’t seem to be able to gel with the new bike. It does everything it says on the tin but in a boring way. I return from a ride and there is no grin factor.
So I’m going back to the S1000XR. Pick up a new one next Monday. Loved it before and still don’t know why I changed to the GS.

So AJ (South) will have a pristine 1250 GS TE with full luggage, spots, SOS, lowered chassis with 500miles on the clock ready for sale from next Monday.
 
Think im with you they (GSA) are a wicked tourer but i think i prefer standard 1200GS WC as i had an early one and it liked to rev, before they changed the engine, and S1000XR which i enjoyed too. You just feel a bit short changed with the super shit headlight and nav bracket on the s1000xr
 
SiRich said:
Think im with you they (GSA) are a wicked tourer but i think i prefer standard 1200GS WC as i had an early one and it liked to rev, before they changed the engine, and S1000XR which i enjoyed too. You just feel a bit short changed with the super shit headlight and nav bracket on the s1000xr
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I’m looking forward to seeing the new XR, as it’s going to have some major revisions, including LED headlights, TFT dash, keyless, and a revised engine. Should be announced later this year. :beerjug:
 
I love the GS1250 but everyone is individual, may even sample the XS again this year
 
Warlord said:
That statement says to me, it's nothing to do with the bike....
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And how do you come to that conclusion oh riding God?. The GS just reconfirmed to me that I prefer in-line 4's or 3's like my Street Triple. GS is a great bike, I just don't gel with it.
 
Loved my test ride on the S1000XR however I found it gave me too much of a grin factor, and I could see my license floating away in a flash, also as I ride a lot 2 up the GS ticked them boxes so GS it had to be, no regrets, but damn do I love that S1000XR its a monster.
 
iandavid said:
And how do you come to that conclusion oh riding God?. The GS just reconfirmed to me that I prefer in-line 4's or 3's like my Street Triple. GS is a great bike, I just don't gel with it.
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I think he is try to say that it may not suit you but in no way is it boring in the real terms of its usage. I found the XR , for me , to be buzzy and flighty , a good bike but not perhaps a bike that would suit how and where I ride.
Is is always a matter of personal choice , but the 1250 boring … come on that's a bit of a statement after 500 miles , but your view is valid .
PS the dark side is orange lol
 
stick said:
I think he is try to say that it may not suit you but in no way is it boring in the real terms of its usage. I found the XR , for me , to be buzzy and flighty , a good bike but not perhaps a bike that would suit how and where I ride.
Is is always a matter of personal choice , but the 1250 boring … come on that's a bit of a statement after 500 miles , but your view is valid .
PS the dark side is orange lol
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Thank you Stick,

Most excellent reply.
 
I’ve had an 18 month fling with an XR.... I stupidly test rode one, and was instantly seduced by the power... it’s wasnt until after a few thousand miles of riding like a knob everywhere that I realised I missed the old boxer. The XR was very comfy, and really naughty, and it’s that part that turned me off. I couldn’t resist trying to give it the beans everywhere, just couldn’t chill out on it and go for a bimble.. it ended up feeling like a mission every time I got on it for some daft reason.

Now on a 1250GS and feel much more relaxed. I can still have a laugh wringing the throttle (well I will properly once it’s had it’s running in service), but it’s much easier to go into sensible mode and just enjoy the journey.

I’m glad I tried one for a while, but much happier back on a boxer....


Plus oiling that damn chain.... what a chore !!!
 
I know 3 mates who bought new XRs but all sold them quickly as found the vibes dreadful . I thought BMW had fitted different bar end weights on later models ? It seems some still find an issue with them ? Never ridden one myself
 
Vibes weren’t bad at all, only noticed at one constant speed. XR is an awesome bike and i loved it without getting into trouble. For me more comfortable than the GS i had before it, only sold it due to family commitments, think best bike i have owned!


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RJT_Berlin said:
Vibes weren’t bad at all, only noticed at one constant speed. XR is an awesome bike and i loved it without getting into trouble. For me more comfortable than the GS i had before it, only sold it due to family commitments, think best bike i have owned!


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They’re certainly quick.

Mucking around in Asturias last year , my H2 SX didn’t have much on the XR, both on full acceleration.
 
iandavid said:
Despite what I’ve said about the 1250 engine which IMHO is much improved over the 1200 I just don’t seem to be able to gel with the new bike. It does everything it says on the tin but in a boring way. I return from a ride and there is no grin factor.
So I’m going back to the S1000XR. Pick up a new one next Monday. Loved it before and still don’t know why I changed to the GS.

So AJ (South) will have a pristine 1250 GS TE with full luggage, spots, SOS, lowered chassis with 500miles on the clock ready for sale from next Monday.
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It’s not even ran in yet have you thrashed a 1250


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Byronavitch said:
It’s not even ran in yet have you thrashed a 1250


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As I said in previous posts, I love the inline 4’s and also the conventional forks. The GS is a fantastic bike, I’ve not knocked in my posts at all, just can’t get excited riding it. Now tip the XR into a corner and wind the power on then that is heaven for me.
 
iandavid said:
As I said in previous posts, I love the inline 4’s and also the conventional forks. The GS is a fantastic bike, I’ve not knocked in my posts at all, just can’t get excited riding it. Now tip the XR into a corner and wind the power on then that is heaven for me.
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Fair comment that’s why we all ride different bikes I’ve owned an Xr but love this 1250 and it has been thrashed rain or shine


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