Re: GS negatives?

[Bob Hadden <kbhadden@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Bob,  You should check out the articles from people who have converted 
a GS for road only use.  Changing tires and the like.  I think the new 
GS will be more suitable for road use with the option for cast wheels 
and all.

I'm not sure this is the bike to jump on right away.  The new bus style 
electrical system, for one, may need some time to prove itself.  
Certainly not user friendly on the side of the road if you have an 
electrical problem.  I'm going to wait a bit and see what the next 
models look like.  These should include roadster, RS and the like 
versions with the new motor and other goodies.

Bob Hadden '98RS (thinking about 2005 or 6 R1200RS)
On Feb 6, 2004, at 9:07 AM, Bob MacFarland wrote:

> That new R1200GS looks pretty sweet.
>
> How do people who own a GS feel about the (lack of) wind protection? 
> That would seem to be the only area lacking. Are there any other 
> aspects about a GS that would bother an RS rider?
>
> Bob

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