The story of the BMW R80 G/S

MarcFJ60

Adventurer
Aside from being the first (BMW at least), I'm not sure the R80GS isn't the best GS. Decent offroad capability and 410 pounds wet. Today's adventure bikes all approach/surpass 500 pounds. I'm sure the current generation GS is a much better touring bike, but I would imagine the tougher and tighter the trail, the R80GS starts looking pretty good. And yet nobody has been able to recreate, on a large scale, and similar twin cylinder bike anywhere near the weight of this 35 year old bike. I was hoping the new 700cc Yamaha might get close, but that one is looking like it is more likely to be over 450 pounds. If I ever find a good deal on an R80GS or a Cagiva Elefant, and have the finds ready, I will grab one.
 

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