F800GS R1200GS Comparo, FYI

munchmeister · Post by **munchmeister** » Mon Dec 10, 2007 2:16 pm

Thinking about a GS to replace the 1150R.

Based on available data from the announcements, I whipped up a bit of a comparo on these two GS offerings. Someone, somewhere had asked, why buy an F800GS when you can buy an R1200GS. Well, for one thing, there is over $4000 in difference, based only on the MSRP I've found on web sites (no accessories, charges, etc.). You may have different info, so accept apologies for any mistakes.

Link to the BMW MOA forum where I uploaded it in MS Word .doc format

--Doug

http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread. ... post268924

Also got it on my website: http://www.moenchdesign.com Click on "comparo."

Post by **MikeCam** » Mon Dec 10, 2007 3:51 pm

Good useful stuff. Thanks.

Munch - possible typo at 5th gear ratio for the R1200GS?

Post by **JCsman** » Mon Dec 10, 2007 4:31 pm

Prolly would be useful. But I'm not a BMWMOA member. The link calls for my log-in before it comes up.

I'd seriously consider an F800GS for my next bike, so I'd love to see the comparison.

munchmeister · Post by **munchmeister** » Mon Dec 10, 2007 4:32 pm

See my edited post, with link to my website. No registration required

Click on "comparo."

--Doug

Post by **JCsman** » Mon Dec 10, 2007 7:42 pm

That one works for me.

Thanks Munch.