The All New 2013 LIQUID COOLED R1200GS threadfest - Page 295

PirateJohn · 01-26-2013, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by MHaz01

The WC model that can be used for major off-roading will be called the WC Fields version.

I need to steal that.

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EJ_92606 · 01-26-2013, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by LaurelPerryOnLand

http://www.cycleworld.com/2013/01/23...ace-kevin-ash/

Hoyer reported they were riding on a straight, dusty, gravel road.

Already posted three days ago.

oalvarez · 01-27-2013, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by fixinbones

Re edit: I think this might be that bike!!

i have that feeling too, Fixin....

tallguy-09 · 01-27-2013, 10:06 AM

http://www.youtube.com/user/bmwmotorrad

EJ_92606 · 01-27-2013, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by oalvarez

i have that feeling too, Fixin....

So heard second hand that I.S. is expecting 4 GS' in their first shipment, one of which is a low suspension model. I think I'm #2 on the list...didn't you say you were #3? So looks like there could be a bike for us early on, provided the color/options are to our liking.

EJ_92606 · 01-27-2013, 11:56 AM

Nice videos Tallguy. I'm a little confused on how that BMW one world tour works. I thought there were five riders riding together, but I only see one in this video. So does each rider only ride one continent of the five listed and rides solo?

tallguy-09 · 01-27-2013, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by EJ_92606

Nice videos Tallguy. I'm a little confused on how that BMW one world tour works. I thought there were five riders riding together, but I only see one in this video. So does each rider only ride one continent of the five listed and rides solo?

I have no clue either, BMW is doing a good job with all these video and pictures, there seems to be no shortage of them.

cug · 01-27-2013, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by tallguy-09

I have no clue either, BMW is doing a good job with all these video and pictures, there seems to be no shortage of them.

One for each part of the tour.

ALESSIO CIGOLINI - Asia
SALVADOR ECHEVARRÍA - South Africa
HERBERT UNGER - New Zealand
STEPHANE GAUTRONNEAU - USA
STEPHANIE ROWE - Europe

Can be found here:

http://www.bmw-motorrad.com/com/en/i...html&notrack=1

I GS 1 · 01-27-2013, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by EJ_92606

Nice videos Tallguy. I'm a little confused on how that BMW one world tour works. I thought there were five riders riding together, but I only see one in this video. So does each rider only ride one continent of the five listed and rides solo?

Yep. There are five winners and each rides a selected route on one of the five continents. They have a small back up/camera crew but they are riding solo.

tallguy-09 · 01-27-2013, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by I GS 1

Yep. There are five winners and each rides a selected route on one of the five continents. They have a small back up/camera crew but they are riding solo.

I see, thanks. That's fantastic marketing. The motorcycle you get for free but you pay for the lifestyle when going with a BMW, the ride of your life..., I just wish my Sunday morning rides were that great, I'm afraid they are mostly boring compared to what I see here

I GS 1 · 01-27-2013, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by tallguy-09

I see, thanks. That's fantastic marketing. The motorcycle you get for free but you pay for the lifestyle when going with a BMW, the ride of your life..., I just wish my Sunday morning rides were that great, I'm afraid they are mostly boring compared to what I see here

And in my opinion, better is yet to come. I am familiar with some of the routes they will be taking on some of the other continents and cant wait to see their pictures and videos.

erkmania · 01-27-2013, 04:54 PM

I'm very concerned that that LED headlight is a sideways horseshoe. How then can good luck not fall out? Not good. Not good at all.

All kidding aside. Why do GS riders immediately stand up when the road has only pebbles on it? I just rewatched On Any Sunday (for the 48th time - more or less) and Malcolm Smith remained seated unless there was a big obstacle in front of him. Was he wrong? Is the GS really that demanding?

Sorry. Bored and just passing time.

fixinbones · 01-27-2013, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by oalvarez

i have that feeling too, Fixin....

Oalvarez, have u ridden a Diavel? I think the WC GS and a Diavel would be great stable mates. I'm considering the new GS or the 1190 ADV to go along with my Diavel.

RetrogradE · 01-27-2013, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by erkmania

I'm very concerned that that LED headlight is a sideways horseshoe. How then can good luck not fall out? Not good. Not good at all.

All kidding aside. Why do GS riders immediately stand up when the road has only pebbles on it? I just rewatched On Any Sunday (for the 48th time - more or less) and Malcolm Smith remained seated unless there was a big obstacle in front of him. Was he wrong? Is the GS really that demanding?

Sorry. Bored and just passing time.

It's a good question.

I was in the Baja last year and I was standing up on my GSA doing everything I could to keep the packed 700lbs beast upright when I looked to my left and my friend cruised past me sitting down doing 20mph faster.

Different riders, bikes, skills, etc.

Gros Buck · 01-27-2013, 06:53 PM

Main problem with that bike is the awfull amount of electronics ready to break ... Particularly with the electronic suspension which is incredeably expensive to repair. $3000 and more ...

Already, dealers can't repair it ..

Paul Jr

01-27-2013, 10:06 AM	#4414
tallguy-09 Smile 4 Miles Joined: Aug 2009 Location: Vancouver Oddometer: 1,375	2013 GS LC in Laos videos. BMW Motorrad http://www.youtube.com/user/bmwmotorrad tallguy-09 screwed with this post 01-27-2013 at 10:22 AM

01-27-2013, 04:54 PM	#4422
erkmania Retarded User Joined: Mar 2004 Location: San Diego, CA Oddometer: 569	I'm very concerned that that LED headlight is a sideways horseshoe. How then can good luck not fall out? Not good. Not good at all. All kidding aside. Why do GS riders immediately stand up when the road has only pebbles on it? I just rewatched On Any Sunday (for the 48th time - more or less) and Malcolm Smith remained seated unless there was a big obstacle in front of him. Was he wrong? Is the GS really that demanding? Sorry. Bored and just passing time. __________________ Sticks and stones, love. 2011 BMW R1200GS, 2004 KTM 950, 1996 ATK 605 ESDS

01-27-2013, 06:53 PM	#4425
Gros Buck Beef = Packed Vegetables Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Quebec City, Canada Oddometer: 823	Main problem with that bike is the awfull amount of electronics ready to break ... Particularly with the electronic suspension which is incredeably expensive to repair. $3000 and more ... Already, dealers can't repair it .. Paul Jr __________________ KTM690r 2011

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01-27-2013, 11:56 AM	#4416
EJ_92606 Rider Joined: Aug 2007 Oddometer: 1,393	Nice videos Tallguy. I'm a little confused on how that BMW one world tour works. I thought there were five riders riding together, but I only see one in this video. So does each rider only ride one continent of the five listed and rides solo?