BMW R1200GS: Old vs New | Tests | Motorcyclenews.com

Last week MCN took BMW's old R1200GS head to head against it's replacement, the 2013 model. Does the new bike - the UK's top-selling bike last year - measure up to what it's replacing?

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[TheOldMechanic]

I love my R1200GS 2010, still going strong !!

[hankgs]

Sold my 2016 GSA W/C---- I missed the sound, feel and simplicity of the Hexhead and bought a used 2011 with only 12k miles... SO FUN!

[JakeArmyRetired]

I still ride my 95 R1100 GS it will not die... But when it does I will not by one with a radiator...

[SJCB]

Hey 602! You are absolutely right; the Fazer is probably ONE of the best all-round bikes that you can buy. However, when we make our choices our personal preferences and needs weight those choices when we compare. I'm not too bothered about 0-60 but rest assured that a GS will crush any car. My GS is my transport (don't have a tin box) and I need something that eats potholes and speed bumps. And I'm too old and lazy to lube a chain! AND big twins are just so characterful and addictive to ride!

[HesteBremse]

I´m not a biker, but this is one of the better reviews I have seen so far - has a purpose and valid information - keep it up. Thanks ;)

[DVDA]

Brought my own home recently. Fantastic machine. Can't ask for anything more in any mode of transportation, let alone a motorcycle.

[SanFranciscoRiderr]

where is the follow up to this ? what is the final report/assessment ?

[Driftuner]

i mostly agree with u guys...i just took my bike to honda for inspection, and as a "ride-home" bike i got the new honda Crosstourer (VFR1200X) and more and more i understand why people buy these bikes..its not just lifestyle as mentioned before, its also incredible versatility..they are as fast as u would ever want it to be (specially the VFR) they brake very well (even with 280kg) they go off-road, and dive into corners like sport bikes..all that with great comfort...i love this new-age enduros

[moulin]

Looking forward to the final review! I have a GSA, Love my bike, but I would trade in a heartbeat if the 2013 is that much more bike. Will test drive the KTM 1190 also before make final decision.
Continua, valeu !!

[Firecul]

Coming from another Fazer owner I couldn't agree more.
I've looked up the specs for these bikes before, the only thing going for the GS was torque. The FZ6 wins on everything else, so for value for money I'd buy it every time.

[YarekBalear]

I'm really not convinced by the standard beam headlight on the new bike and whether people will see it.

[MrLeonax]

In Malta we say if you don't reach the grapes don't say they taste horrible.Excellent bike.

[Firecul]

Luggage capacity is just add-on stuff, you can bolt as big a box as you want to it. Tank range is only marginally better and to be honest I think that is more to do with how you drive. Shaft drive is a big plus, you are right there, I'd like that on my Fazer no doubt about that. I don't know much about the resale value of either bike properly so I can't comment there.

[mallgan]

You come to Sweden! Here a lot of the 1200-owners let the bike work, putting a lot of miles on dirt under the wheels.

[xtothe]

FZ1 owner here. The Fazer is probably one of the best all-around bikes there is. You can do touring, commuting, or twisties all on the same bike. A GS won't go 0-60 in 3 seconds flat. I disagree on shaft drive. GS final drives have a lot of failures, and they sap a good deal of power too. It's really not that hard to lube the chain every tank of gas or so.

As for price, BMWs hold their value well, but Fazers are cheap to begin with. You don't lose much money either way.

[ShaunYoung]

Each to their own, I personally love the peak at the front, makes it look so much more aggressive

[SJCB]

Hey Firecul42. What about luggage capacity, tank range, shaft drive, resale value... Each to their own, Buddy. The Fazer is a great bike but then I love most things with two wheels and a big engine! Stay safe, Si.

[chanakpugkaing]

I'm looking forward to the full review!

[tobstersvlogs]

Why are you vids so SHORT! Great content, just not enough.

[SJCB]

Riding my 2006 GS (K&N filter, full Remus system, road rubber) actually can be "really, really exciting", Adam... Is the new GS a superb piece of kit? Undoubtedly... If I didn't have a GS, would I buy a new one? Not until next year, in case of teething problems and then it would be a toss-up against the Explorer... Is the new GS worth more than TWICE my old one? I don't think so...