Any of you ride a BMW?

[Duman]

Looking at either a K1300gt, or F800gs (different ends of the spectrum)

[motoboy]

Looking at either a K1300gt, or F800gs (different ends of the spectrum)

Yes........ complete opposite ends of the spectrum within the BMW motorcycle range. What is your riding experience and what type of riding are you looking to do?

I am on my third Beemer. Had a 77 R100RS that I restored. A 2002 GS and now a 2012 GS, both purchased new.

The K bike will be a great down the road/touring bike. Powerful inline 4 cylinder engine, all day riding.

The GS800 has a Rotax twin that is not very strong. Not a great road bike but will shine in the adventure touring mode. Mild off road capabilities, stock suspension not great.

Neither has the " classic boxer" style power plant.

To me the GS melds both worlds. Good comfort, commuting, great down the road/ touring and can do very light duty off road.

Maintenance and parts are expensive compared with the Asian bikes but will be on par with the stuff coming out of Europe. All of mine have been very trouble free.
Awesome after market support for all three from Touratech, Wunderlich etc....

My advise would be to get some test rides. Foothills BMW always seems to have a good selection of used bikes to demo and they even have rentals.