1200GS Rallye vs 1290 R

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m0lt3n

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So after some recent discussions on facebook I have started wondering about these two. Initially I thought the 1290 is way ahead on almost everything. Now I am starting to doubt it.
The LC also has the BOSCH cornering ABS system now, also have an LCD screen (or LED whatever - with better integration to phone GPS)  and then it also has the sports adaptive suspension. Its only short on top end power. Slipper clutch?

Anyhow, have anyone ridden these two back to back offroad? done some proper testing and can give an opinion on how they compare? I am getting the impression that the Rallye suspension just may be better offroad...  am I listening to the wrong people?

I know its a long shot, but a neutral unbiased discussion would be awesome  :peepwall:
 
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