OLD IS GOLD??? | 2008 BMW R1200GS 10 YEAR OWNERSHIP
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- Опубліковано 18 гру 2020
- Winston takes his 2008 BMW R1200GS for a spin!!!
In this episode he will share why he kept his 2008 BMW R1200GS for 10years, the maintenance and also the modifications he had done to his motorcycle.
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Recently bought on 07 oilhead, Love It ! Pure simpilicity, Low Tech - No Tech.... not even ABS. no electronics to go wrong and cost a fortune !!!
Instablaster.
omg i "love" that argument...
"i couldnt afford newer one with abs and shit so ill find some positive in not having stuff i couldn't afford"
why people have so strong ownership bias 🙄🙄
@@Angry-Lynx They actually do have ABS though, so he probably had to remove it due to not wanting to repair it. My 97 r850r has abs 😂
Still riding strong on my 05
I sold my 2016 Africa Twin DCT to buy a 2010 GSA. Honda was a bit better off road, but vague on the road. BMW much more satisfying overall package. The most important thing for me is a bike’s personality: Honda was bland, while the GS gives me a silly grin every time I ride it; even makes me smile just looking at it in the garage. Enough said.
Winston sold his GS for an Africa Twin and hes still smiling. Guess its down to individual preferences. All 2 wheelers are great!
So he didn’t keep it, in the end
Interesting. I have a 2018 ATAS and have tested the 1200 and 800 GS's. Not bad bikes but just not exciting engines like the Africa Twin. Guess each of us have different tastes!
My triple black GSA 2012 still running smooth, heavily loaded and with the passenger. No problem in hot weather either.
Test rode a 1250, ran back to my 1150 gsa and went with the 90th Anniversary GSA oil cooled, twin cam with all its charm, reliability and character! Great bikes, yours look good too and good to get to know your bike
Hey thank you for watching!! The oil cooled models are something special!!! Very different when compared to the latest Liquid Cool versions!!
@@tri333ple yes for sure, they are a GS the lc are completely different bikes shaped like a GS
I have an 09 1200GS, I like your set up and great review.
Goldwing for your next bike! Time to upgrade for even smoother and absolutely no heat.
2017 GS very nice. Used to have a BMW GT 1600.
Great video mate 👍
Thanks
UA-cam nuffys builds
Just bought a 2011 R1200GS!
i have 2013 gs 1200 adventure...my gs often head light out, what cause..?
I have a 2011 ... yes it’s pure gold. Best bmw motorcycle made it
10 years and still going strong!!!
Probably one of the best Oil heads.... love em.
All the boxes at the back ❤️❤️❤️
Imo, Honda X-adv seems like a good fit. In terms of power, comfort, and no heat issues. Lugguage wise, I've seen ppl mounting up to 3 lugguages onto it, just like your GS. Exhaust note sounds good too! Nice review btw, cheers!
Hey man thank you for watching.
We will be sure to ask him to consider the xadv 😃 . Who knows which bike he will get next?
i agree . 1 month old rider of x adv here. does everything well
Just picked up an ‘05 GS with Öhlins in perfect shape. That year redesign dropped like 66lbs from prior generation! Water cooled gained it all back now. Maybe check a KTM if you like the cool Euro bikes. ✊🏼🏁
Thank you.
Nice video. My case is similar, got my 2009 R1200GSA in Dec 2011 with 8900kms, now it has 90500kms. Instead of trading it in for the LC in 2014/15, I got a 2003-R1150GSA with 8500kms which now has 70k kms haha. So glad I kept both instead of getting LC which eventually will be in my shopping list..
Thank you for sharing! They are very very tough machines!
How Reliable has your 2009 R1200GS been?
Go for gs 1200 adventure 2007
Camhead owner here. Great video!!!
Thank u for your kind comment! We have had so much fun making these videos!! We hope you subscribe too!
Hey Winston, thanks for the vid. I'm planning on buying a 2007 R1200GS with 6300 miles on it and was hoping you could help me with some ownership resources, i.e., maintenance links, modifications for more lighting and such.
Thanks for your help if you are able.
Maybe you can try dropping us a text message on our facebook page! Will try to help!
@@tri333ple Do you have any other options, I don't use facebook anymore? I live in the U.S.
@@tri333ple could we email each other?
@@phattdaddy2974 info@tri333ple.com
Nice review 👌 man. This is a bike that I search for buying. But at Greece used bikes costs much. Gs like yours cost 9000 euros! So I bought brand new suzuki xt
In Singapore bikes are expensive too. 🥲🥲🥲
My old bike, I wish I still have it. Much better response than my new ride by wire model
Hey there thank you for watching. How does your LC model compare with your old bike?
@@tri333ple The difference in power lost in input lag for my taste. The 2012 model felt like it had more motor break and more power when you need it. 2019 model needs an aggressive mode. With 2012 I had to carry a bottle of engine oil to long trips. They solved that issue. Better stronger lights. I liked 2012 dashboard but TFT is also ok. I wish there was a way to have separate turn signals at 2019 model. Windscreen is a little bit better but that's not important, there is a lot of aftermarket there. I would say that's all. Traction control, have it, appreciate it - did not kick in it yet l guess. I could live without it. So all in all the same bike for me with plushy gas input. If you're happy don't upgrade. That bike lives and dies with you.
@@SerkanBerksoy Winston has gotten an Africa Twin. He loves the new bike but also at the same time misses his GS!!
Datanglah dan berkendara di Indonesia. Banyak pemandangan alam yang menakjubkan di negara kami.
Thank you for watching!!!
I had the 2006 GS for 14 years.
In Singapore, I will never buy an air-cooled bike again. Not even 100 cc.
Could you share more as to why not ?
@@tri333ple In Q to Malaysia often 1 bar below red zone, or in sluggish traffic in Singapore. I could hear the valves clickering loud then, and the exhaust sound changed to kind of hoarse. Besides of all the heat climbing up. Often I only moved forwards in between the cars to get air to the engine.
That was also horrible when I rode her in Australia. Ok, we had 40 - 43 C. The engine temperature gauge was sometimes in the red zone, and I had to drive slower to allow her cooling down. And then the heat that climbed up the leg ...
Heat control is just not as good as with water cooled engines. Piston tolerances must be higher, therefore the engine drinks oil. Not contemporary, IMO. Scraped a perfectly well machine after 14 years, was fred up. Overall I find the GS overrated and expensive to maintain.
@@krollpeter yes you have a point! Thank god for liquid cooled engines 😅
@@krollpeter This is not a bike (aircooled) for downtown 40* asian city/stopped traffic obviously lol. Get an electric scooter ha.
@@Porsche996driver This is to big and heavy for anything that is not long distance touring. A smaller bike is more fun. Honestly.
Honda Africa Twin!!!
Great video!
🤭🤭🤭🤭
I had africa twin 2015 between my old 1200 gs and new one. It's a good bike maybe evet better offroad but sorry doesn't compare to bmw.
@@SerkanBerksoy why do you say so? Would you mind sharing ?
@@tri333ple Well where to start; The shocks are too soft for on road, for corners. It's more offroad biased than 1200GS. You don't go to that technical offroad with a heavy bike so you don't need such soft shocks. Head dive on the corners after 10 degree lean. Really annoying on the long road, doesn't compare to a BMW when taking corners at all. I had the first version with 1k cc engine - hp might not be enough for some, torque was good. Why do you buy a liter adv bike, to go to long road and maybe with your pillion. BMW was quite more relaxed and comfortable for my pillion. Weight distribution and center of gravity was surprisingly good. Tube tires were great to have, easy to fix. Chain was easy to maintain. Still for my taste, too heavy for offroad. Don't be fooled by those ads and videos, those pro guys can jump with any bike offroad. I prefer an old BMW for adv + a lightweight KTM / Honda for enduro for almost the same price in total.
great review , I have a 2012 DL650 and i'm very tempted to buy a 2006 R1200GS 2 hours from my home for 5k canadian
It is overall a very reliable motorcycle!!
@@tri333ple It seems that only the newer model with Electronics have problems ( driveshaft too )
Stay tuned! We are working towards reviewing the newer version of the GS too!
The younger 2004-2008 have problems with the ABS bristels or smth. If it works it helps to engage the ABS weekly.
@@joost1183 I tend to disable ABS on all my bikes anyway ;) !
This is the adv version?
This the normal 1200gs
Still keep my 2012
Great bike!!! Enjoy!!
Very good video mate. My next bike is going to be a big GS.
Hope you liked the video!! The GS Oil Cooled is truly a great bike!! Still running strong after so many years!!
Stick with what you have or get another with lower milage You know it makes sense !!!!!!!!!!!!
How many kilometres did you put on this bike? Nice review btw
He clocks about 90,000km over a decade
@@tri333ple ok cool thanks.
I chose a Tiger 800 to replace mine. But I’m not sure I did the right thing.
The Triumph is great. Honestly can’t fault it but I just like the old GS.
Triumph is easier for me to manage Offroad. Has all the tech stuff too but the BMW had a little more room to move around. Vario panniers we’re brilliant.
The Tiger is slightly better on fuel. Around 4.2 litre per 100 on tour.
With my older eyes I prefer the analogue orange glow of the GS dash. I find the Tiger dash a little too bright and busy. (2016 model)
For a 400cc smaller motor the Tiger is no slouch. The GS just does it a little lazier.
Love these bikes!!
We love them too 🤗
@@tri333ple uahu i had one of this. Goog bike!! How many kms has the bike?
@@Kaysersoza 112000kms! Still going strong!!
@@tri333ple yess these bike do 300000km. obvsiouly with regolar service😉😉
@@Kaysersoza check out the Africa twins too 🤭🤭🤭
Found used one,with 80k,same model with accessories..just thinking what first to be consider..I lean to offroad..
Subscribed btw;the music not fit,hope without,,your next bike maybe between Vstrom1050XT or GS1250 ..keep on distance and ride safe..
Thanks for subscribing!! He got a r9t 😁😁😁
@@tri333ple still in BMW prestige Club..special bike ,retro with modern touches 👌..enjoy man..
Definite gold! But hardly old...
Not old in our hearts ♥😀👌
R1300gs perhaps or a 1250 i have a 1250gsa its amazing
I am currently riding an Africa Twin. 1250GS will definitely be in my option in the future. Winston
Goldwing, hands down for long rides
YOU SHOULD BUY A HONDA GOLDWING
I stopped at the S$1000 electrical panel. Bye.
R1250RT
Winston went for an Africa Twin instead!!! Stay tuned for his thoughts on the bike in a future video hahaha
Good video! Music is too loud.
Sorry about that!
👍👍🇸🇬🇲🇾i'm from
Thank you for watching neighbour!
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I'm considering getting a 2008 R1200 GSA, could you advise what should I look out for, and what is a good price to pay for it?
When the bike is started, there is a red blinking light, according to the owner it is the ABS light that will disappear once the bike moves, and it's normal. is it normal?
Hey buddy, price wise for 2nd hand market we cannot really advise. It ranges depending on the condition of the bike, accessories, remaining coe etc. But the ABS blinking light it is normal and will disappear once the bike moves past a certain speed. If the ABS light stays on after riding then you have a problem :(
@@tri333ple thanks for sharing your experience!
Love your videos, and have subscribed :)
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This is the exact same model I have. I really really enjoy it a lot! The ABS light is on, it'll go off when you start riding, no worries!
@@rzijl68 I got a 2011 GSA, and I'm loving it too. Old is indeed Gold :)
pretty useless video didnt learn anything.
Whats the maintenance cost, ownership cost etc etc
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