R1200GS Adventure vs My Tenere - .: XT660.com

uscincpac · # 1 02-12-09, 19:10

Handed in my Beemer (RT) for a service, and was given the keys to an '09 GS Adventure, with a whole 120 miles on the clock. Its working through its first tankful, I'm actually quite emotional!

The GS is a fabulous and an immensely capable bike, no doubt about it - its almost worth the money BMW want for it

But here is the thing: when I ride my Ten I wheelie over speedbumps, splash through every puddle I see, and have an urge to get it in the mud whenever possible. I basically feel like a kid in brand new wellies splashing through a summer downpour.

On the GS I have no desire to go off-road - its not making me want to do it. I could go on, but here is the bottom line - in the 'smiles per mile' contest the Tenere is a hands-down winner for me!

uncle ricky · # 2 02-12-09, 19:39

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Originally Posted by uscincpac

Handed in my Beemer (RT) for a service, and was given the keys to an '09 GS Adventure, with a whole 120 miles on the clock. Its working through its first tankful, I'm actually quite emotional!

The GS is a fabulous and an immensely capable bike, no doubt about it - its almost worth the money BMW want for it

But here is the thing: when I ride my Ten I wheelie over speedbumps, splash through every puddle I see, and have an urge to get it in the mud whenever possible. I basically feel like a kid in brand new wellies splashing through a summer downpour.

On the GS I have no desire to go off-road - its not making me want to do it. I could go on, but here is the bottom line - in the 'smiles per mile' contest the Tenere is a hands-down winner for me!

That is exacly how I feel about mine, and I have come from a GS1200

Molgan · # 3 02-12-09, 21:05

"Smiles per mile", that's the stuff. I almost sold my 10 a while back but realized I rather sell my soul to the Devil. I rather eat my noodles smiling then my filet mignon crying. =)

Mike Wright · # 4 02-12-09, 21:11

Went from a fully kitted out 1100GS to another kitted out Tenere and havent looked back....Great bike

Tim Cullis · # 5 02-12-09, 22:18

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.

uscincpac · # 6 03-12-09, 19:50

Since we're talking about Beemers, might as well mention this - took the F800GS for a spin a little while ago. Its really quite excellent, has the same 'naughty streak' as the Tenere - I think BMW are onto something with their parallel twins. (Its all about putting the right engines in the right bikes...)

Its not currently parked outside my house for two reasons - teeny weeny stock tank (14l or something) and cost - wanted a London commuter and didn't want to buy anything 'too nice'!

McThor · # 7 03-12-09, 22:40

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Originally Posted by uscincpac

Since we're talking about Beemers, might as well mention this - took the F800GS for a spin a little while ago. Its really quite excellent, has the same 'naughty streak' as the Tenere - I think BMW are onto something with their parallel twins. (Its all about putting the right engines in the right bikes...)

Its not currently parked outside my house for two reasons - teeny weeny stock tank (14l or something) and cost - wanted a London commuter and didn't want to buy anything 'too nice'!

Check this out (if you haven't allready) : touratech 36l converstion kit

A good chunk of money. But looks nifty for the long distance traveler with an afinity for beemers.

Tim Cullis · # 8 04-12-09, 00:14

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Originally Posted by uscincpac

teeny weeny stock tank (14l or something)

It's claimed to be 16 litres but actually holds 17.5 litres from empty. The F650GS twin and F800GS are versions of the same 800cc bike. The F650GS is tuned for better midrange and with its higher gearing is more relaxed for touring.

The economy from the 800cc parallel twin is outstanding, better mpg than the 660cc Tenere. Ultimately the Tenere's larger tank gives it a better range, but there's not as much in it as the relative tank sizes would lead you to think.

Tim

stuxtttr · # 9 07-12-09, 12:15

Tim good to see ya over here from the hubb

Interesting that you would pick the Ten as your solo bike.

My Mate has the 650 gs (800) like yourself and I have a Ten also like yourself.

both bikes are very capable but I rekon as an all rounder the Beemer probably has the upper hand. on mpg and greater crusing and smoothing, it also seems to handle better and has a comfy seat and no exsposed fuel tank to damage in a fall.

Would I swap my Ten for one though - now thats a hard one

steveD · # 10 07-12-09, 23:47

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Originally Posted by McThor

Check this out (if you haven't allready) : touratech 36l converstion kit

A good chunk of money. But looks nifty for the long distance traveler with an afinity for beemers.

Saw that tank on the Beemer at the NEC and its HUGE and very wide, not so sure how well it would fare in a drop! Putting crash bars around it would make it as wide as the bars!

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