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 BMW F800 GS Used, Considering to purchase

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TSharryleesbr
post Apr 6 2023, 08:59 PM, updated 3y ago

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Dear BMW sifu/perminat,

In the midst of searching to upgrade to a larger mid size adventure naked bike next year, I came across many traveller's post on the GS series.

I was wondering if anyone has any experience or could share the upkeep of the bike if I were to purchase it used.

What should I look out for? What are the common issues and wear tear components that is needed to be changed.

Is this a wise choice to purchase used?

Thank you,

TSharryleesbr
post Apr 7 2023, 02:29 PM

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QUOTE(alexei @ Apr 7 2023, 10:22 AM)
Yes... very smooth, Rotax engine, lasak AF.

left right terbalik (chain, exhaust), so is an oddball, don't kena exhaust burn because this.
21 inch front tyre 90/90 21, can be hard to find.

met a guy who bought this bike model, but had major issues with it, broke down on trips
some ppl have no luck with it, but mostly no issues
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thanks.. now i gatal...
TSharryleesbr
post Apr 7 2023, 02:35 PM

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Thanks. May I please check with you whether you know of recommended workshops in KL/PJ that specialize in this model?


QUOTE(ajaibman @ Apr 7 2023, 02:05 PM)
Good engine.. Weird crank firing order, so some ppl like/dislike the sound.. 

It's Tall.. so mind your height and inseam..

The fuel tank is under your seat, to make the weight distribution balance, however, due to the 21-inch front tayar.. will wobble on the highway when above 170kmH (prone to crosswind)

Not soo cheap chain and sprocket, no China-made, only OEM eastern Yurop made.. so put that into the maintenance consideration..

Was supposedly getting this but too tall end up with an RT..
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TSharryleesbr
post Apr 11 2023, 01:28 PM

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QUOTE(alexei @ Apr 7 2023, 04:20 PM)
I oredi gatal this bike many many years
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What is good year to buy second hand, if you do not mind me asking...

TSharryleesbr
post Apr 12 2023, 10:10 AM

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QUOTE(alexei @ Apr 12 2023, 09:08 AM)
I'm not really that familiar with year model of this bike, maybe some personal insights, as to me is more complicated than that:
- main things are frame is ok, then engine, and then the rest of the bike
- how the wiring harness is spliced for accessories, or using standard sockets?
- are all the recalls done?
- what kind of riding the bike used for? always two up with luggage?
- parts replacement history (stator, rectifier, water pump that kind of stuff)
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Thanks..


TSharryleesbr
post Apr 12 2023, 04:21 PM

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QUOTE(alexei @ Apr 12 2023, 01:21 PM)
what u plan to use it for? I am think twice, mainly the 21 front wheel puts many ppl off, so let go liao
same engine, F800ST, F800S, F800R etc, can take a look, with the sportier chassis, one of them is belt drive, so pros and cons
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about 80% tarmac touring, 20% light offroad (campsites, kampung roads, normal roads) ... nothing super extreme else i will get a scrambler.

A bit uncomfortable for longer tours but Bimmer UDM woh... drool.gif Hahaha... I can live with it.

Since the second hands ones fall between my budget... why not have a look.... beside getting new ones i.e. CFMoto, SRT/Benelli, Suzuki



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post Apr 15 2023, 09:51 AM

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the racun is real.... this.. argh!
TSharryleesbr
post Apr 16 2023, 09:31 PM

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QUOTE(ajaibman @ Apr 15 2023, 05:33 PM)
Plus point, his daughter is cute..
It's ok, I invested a lot at his workshop..  blink.gif
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another tick on the why should i get a old gs rclxm9.gif

 

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