originally posted by Tim Cullis

I currently have a R1200GSA, a F650GS twin and a Tenere. I'm getting the 1200GSA ready for sale, it's a lovely bike but just too heavy for the types of tracks I ride.

At about 60kg less weight, the F650GS twin is a good compromise for anyone looking for basic offroad capability coupled with motorway touring ability.

The Tenere is headed for storage in southern Spain for ease of access to Morocco. If I could only afford one bike it would be the Tenere.
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Hi Tim
Not sure when you will get to read this as I have just come hot from your message on the GS website about your 650 stalling every five minutes.
I was set on an f800gs but these things are simply way too unreliable. I am 100% convinced now.
How does the Ten compare really? Is it too thirsty, slow, vibey... can it cut it on a highway. I'm asking you specifically as a current owner of both (800/650gs, same thing...)

cheers Tim and hope you get going in Africa soon

alan