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new dakar
the dakar info was from a local dealer that had an e-mail from bmw,looks like yam will have a wr250 road legal in uk/us.
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the dakar info was from a local dealer that had an e-mail from bmw,looks like yam will have a wr250 road legal in uk/us. 
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True = WR250R.
There is at least one other thread asking questions about this bike; it weighs about 20 Kg more than the F model, but I have no idea where that weight comes from!
Footnote.
There is a thread running in the Yam Tech that tells the tale about the weight; an Alu frame has become steel basically.
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Anyone got a good camera?
Someone needs to go there and get some pics!
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No sign of a dual sport/adv version of the Versys for 08 (not so versatile as it might be then! Versys = versatile system apparently).
Nor will a new KLE be available in the UK next year (and I guess in Europe as well - Euro 3 regulations).
New models: 2008
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New Beemers for 08
I almost forgot; in visiting a BMW dealer yesterday (simply because my wife has one), the sales staff there were quite content to state that there are 6 new models on the way for 2008 - could bike sales staff be exaggerating?
Regarding the 800GS; it is about ready to be announced but they are "biding their time" - if a picture gets out, then it will be shown at the next available bike show.
Yep, a new 1200GS is on the way as well.
That particular dealer sees no way that they will deal in Husqvarnas; they don't want to train the staff to either service them or sell them, nor do they want to stock the spares or get extra tools to work on them.
Basically, they are too busy selling Beemers.
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A new 1200 GS ?
Does that mean BMW think they have a lemon on their hands that needs a redesign ?
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A new 1200 GS ?
Does that mean BMW think they have a lemon on their hands that needs a redesign ?
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Naah, the rumours say that the 1200 will be upgraded so it becomes ”much better” then the new 800GS. Someone says it’s just minor details.
Most of the issues with the 1200 are ironed out (except the ring antenna, rear brake…)
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6 new bikes for BMW
More detail of the Beemer rumours are contained in posts no 20/21 here:-
http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub.../f800gs-8365-2
Now the BMW rumours are complete and together, for today at least!
Oh yes, for what it is worth, a couple of guys on 1200GSs were looking at various other bikes; when asked why (knowing how loyal BMW riders are to the marque) it is because they are now too common on the road and these two want to be riding something that is different.
Bikes really have become fashion accessories for some folk.
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BMW can keep a secret
Thanks for the education on that one Dan; that's what a rumour thread is about I guess.
BMW are pretty good at keeping secrets so, for now, will just have to revert to the rumour of about a month ago:-
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Hi Walkabout, bad news regarding no replacement to the kle  , i was disapointed  so i emailed kwak uk for their reasons for no replacement for our brill machine..just waiting for the excuses
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No sign of a dual sport/adv version of the Versys for 08 (not so versatile as it might be then! Versys = versatile system apparently).
Nor will a new KLE be available in the UK next year (and I guess in Europe as well - Euro 3 regulations).
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Kle 500
Hi TDMalc,
I've seen your post elsewhere about the reply from Kawa; good news; the more bikes available to the public, the better basically.
Strange how they don't list them on their webpage for 08, because they were listed on the UK webpage a few weeks ago (or my memory is playing tricks which is quite possible).
No matter, so long as bikes can be supplied is the main thing!
Cheers,
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Hi Dave, Just had a look on the uk web site under "dual purpose" machines and it's there with the versys  official price is steep @£3995 but can get them for £2995-£3299 if you look around
keep ewe a troshin bouy! 
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Hi TDMalc,
I've seen your post elsewhere about the reply from Kawa; good news; the more bikes available to the public, the better basically.
Strange how they don't list them on their webpage for 08, because they were listed on the UK webpage a few weeks ago (or my memory is playing tricks which is quite possible).
No matter, so long as bikes can be supplied is the main thing!
Cheers,
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