Looking for a 1200gs of some description, advice appreciated.

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Hi guys, former member here (when I owned an 1150), now looking for some advice on later models.

I’m in the position where I am looking for a new bike, it needs to be a 2up capable tourer with a modicum of handling and not need much in the way of maintenance.

The 1200GS appeal because they seem easy to get parts for and can be customised easily.

I have up to £8k to spend. Which model year and variant should I go for?

I’m reasonably handy, but don’t want a project.


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You should pick up a twin cam GSA for under £8k :thumb Best of the pre-wc variants, and most niggles were sorted.

There's a lot more 'Road Presence' with the GSA compared to the GS (imho) more weather protection as well. if height is a problem I was fine with a Sargent Low seat on the GSA ( 5'9" and 30" inside leg on a good day )

My old 2010 GSA with 70k on the clock has just re-sold on here for under £6k . A lot of bike for the money :thumb
 
Thanks Bryn.

Sounds like I can stretch to a 2010 up, depending on spec. Any options that folk recommend (luggage is a must)


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Thanks Bryn.

Sounds like I can stretch to a 2010 up, depending on spec. Any options that folk recommend (luggage is a must)


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Best advice I can give you is become a subscriber, and buy one off here.... There are a couple of good ones for sale at the moment. My last 8 (or so) GS's were bought off UKGSer ...:thumb2
 
hi i may sell my 1200gs triple black,its fully loaded, loads of extras ,side stand enlarger,full vario lugage, adventure screen, garmin satnav with intercom,adventure foot pegs,crashbars,HID dip headlight/esa suspention adjustable for 2up/wunderlich side tool bags with puncture repair kit & tool kit,front engine crud catcher,beak extender,rear mudsling,lowerd topbox mount,gopro front mount,decar exhaust ,exhaust flap removed,full service history 16500mls,new rear tyre years mot,superb bike that dose evrything, 2011
8k
 
hi i may sell my 1200gs triple black,its fully loaded, loads of extras ,side stand enlarger,full vario lugage, adventure screen, garmin satnav with intercom,adventure foot pegs,crashbars,HID dip headlight/esa suspention adjustable for 2up/wunderlich side tool bags with puncture repair kit & tool kit,front engine crud catcher,beak extender,rear mudsling,lowerd topbox mount,gopro front mount,decar exhaust ,exhaust flap removed,full service history 16500mls,new rear tyre years mot,superb bike that dose evrything, 2011
8k

Sounds awesome, what makes the Triple Black special? Is it just a cosmetic variant? Any pics?
 


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