F700GS - Opinions
So, I spent a good chunk of yesterday wandering around a motorcycle fair. The idea was that all the major manufacturers were there and my good lady, who is working towards her license, could try all the current bikes out there under one roof.
From a size, weight, comfort and general fit point of view the F700gs put a big smile on her face, far more so than any other machine out there. Most were too tall or to heavy, even in lowered form.
So, the question is - are they any good? I know it's not got a big front wheel or spokes but I'm 90% sure that feeling confident on the bike and being able to flat foot it counts for a hell of a lot more to a new rider than a big front wheel. Neither of us aim for challenging off road routes specifically, but if the tarmac ends we want to be able to carry on.
I'm thinking we buy a used one, 20-30k on the clock, throw engine, sump and handlebar protection on it. A set of panniers, a set of K60s and we've got a decent, confidence inspiring machine that will keep up with my Tiger both on and off of the tarmac.
New or reupholstered seat also feels pretty dammed important? Stock screen any good? The ones we saw had a silly, tiny, fly screen.
Thoughts?
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[ Tim | History - NW Italy/French Rivera, Swiss Alps, Morocco | 2016 - Greece > Albania > Macedonia > Kosovo > Montenegro > Bosnia > Slovenia > Austria ]
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