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by rous44
Thu Jan 06, 2005 4:47 pm
Forum: Wanna buy
Topic: 2005 1000s DS vs BMW R 1200 GS
Replies: 50
Views: 131723

Re: 2005 1000s DS vs BMW R 1200 GS

DJvdG,
I happen to own both the 1200GS and a '04 Multistrada. They are very different bikes but both very good. I don't think, overall, you will get an unbiased opinion in this forum. And rightfully so; we are Multistrada enthusiast here. Go the GS website and you will get the opposite opinion.
I ...
by rous44
Thu Jul 15, 2004 4:14 pm
Forum: Wanna buy
Topic: Cagiva GC Upgrade to MTS question: to do or not to do?
Replies: 16
Views: 42865

Re: Cagiva GC Upgrade to MTS question: to do or not to do?

George CLS,
There are several of us on this site who have traded thier GC's for Multistradas. As similar as I thought the bikes would be, they are completley different.
The GC is more of a true dual sport. I miss the the mirrors and the seat, and the ruggedness of the GC. But, if you enjoy going ...
by rous44
Fri Apr 30, 2004 12:45 am
Forum: Wanna buy
Topic: Should I replace my Monster and KLR with MS?
Replies: 11
Views: 29059

Re: Should I replace my Monster and KLR with MS?

Paul D
I think the MS would be the bike. Have you seen the DL 1000 in person? It's huge, and doesn't look to be very nimble for city driving. I came from a Cagiva Gran Canyon, which has similar traits as the MS: upright riding, air cooled V, etc. The MS represents a modern evolution of that bike.
If ...