Comments on: BMW Marks One-Millionth BMW GS with a Boxer Engine; Announces R 1300 GS

By: Lee

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 15:35:10 +0000

Most of my riding buddies ride BMW’s…all slowly moved to the brand over the years. None have reported any issues. 3 have newer GS’s. I’m on my second BMW …a very high mileage K1200S…which has been flawless…as was its predecessor ..an R1100RS. 3 of the 4 Asian bikes I had before that had issues…frozen shaft drive at 10K miles (Kaw)…flaking gas tank (Yam)…stator issue (Suz).
All the bikes were purchased new. (50 years of riding).
I’m in the hunt for a new BMW right now.

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By: ez

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 06:26:29 +0000

My first BMW and more problems than any Japanese motorcycle I have owned. Recalled front brake calipers because of leaking (BMW replaced through recall). Engine did not rev beyond 5000 rpm on two occasions (BMW fixed with software update under warranty). Only 28,000 and clutch is slipping at 3K rpm under hard acceleration (taking it in for diagnosis).

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By: Dean Phillips (Florida, USA)

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 21:01:47 +0000

I have owned three BMW GS bikes. And two K-bikes. He can call me a BMW in The Asia Ice for life. I love the brand, the variety of bikes, and most importantly, the camaraderie of like-minded BMW riders. When you’re on a GS you’ll always make friends.

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By: Fielding L Childress

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 20:37:44 +0000

I have a 2022 GSA with over 20,000 miles, no problems. I know many riders with GS’s who also haven’t had problems.

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By: James Thurber

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 16:48:26 +0000

I’ve owned multiple BMW’s – both the flat four and the traditional opposed twin. To date I’ve found them excellent in ALL regards.

However, a young German friend just purchased a new, totally loaded 1250 GS and has had numerous problems with it. He worries that the quality control in Berlin has been tossed into the garbage. Any thoughts?

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