Looking at a 1250GS

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Re: Looking at a 1250GS

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hammo wrote: ↑Fri Mar 31, 2023 1:46 pm Seriously though does the GS give the same weather protection as an RT ?

No. Most RT riders don't go out in the rain though :lol:
The GS 'is' the better bike :-)
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Arai wrote: ↑Wed Mar 29, 2023 4:51 pmI am looking at a 1250 Adventure and hoping to find some info on the forum.
GS's have a hole drilled in the swingarm fitted with a one-way valve to let the water out.

RT's aren't waterproof.
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David. wrote: ↑Fri Mar 31, 2023 5:08 pm The RT 'is' the better bike.
Overall
Trust me I am a retired Doctor and lecturer at Oxford University of Structural and Mechanical/Electrical engineering.
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simbo wrote: ↑Fri Mar 31, 2023 6:29 pm No. Most RT riders don't go out in the rain though :lol:
I ride in all weathers. To me its a form of transport and pleasure. Rain and drizzle have never put me off getting out in the fresh air
Never seen a dirty GS come to think of it
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simbo wrote: ↑Fri Mar 31, 2023 6:29 pm No. Most RT riders don't go out in the rain though :lol:
I do and got a lot more miles than 95% of wannabe boremans
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Arai wrote: ↑Wed Mar 29, 2023 4:51 pmI am looking at a 1250 Adventure and hoping to find some info on the forum.
My GS riding buddy has fitted road tyres to his off road bike.
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