thanx a lot, very detailed post

i drove a bit less (70 000 kms) for a bit more than 2 years on a r100gs pd that i thought reliable. though, i must admit my two main mistakes : 1- rely on what i bought (it was wonderfull) and not checking everything before travelling; 2- knowing very little about mechanic.

same story as yours : problems problems problems : little stupid things (electrics, bearings) and major things like the rear ( gearbox, driveshaft, suspension, final drive and also front forks) : therefore i m doubtfull, talking about a "myth" about efficiency / reliability / adaptability, etc … of the r100gs for travelling.

there are some good points for sure for this bike : engine, as you mentionned for example, and others (carrying metal mule ability, quite homogeneous for all terrains, mainly roads etc ...).

but f... h..., i spent so much money (and time) on it on the road to fix it. spending all my money for her !

when i came back, i bought a r80g/s : am i doing the same mistake, am i not learning ?!?

and also, compared to other bikes which are lighter, more powerfull, the gs is not that fun to ride, especially with luggage

thinking of travelling with a small jap 125 cc messenger bike or honda xr 250 style/range now ...




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