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I have recently returned from a trip to Namibia. I traveled extensively on dirt with a pillion and the bike was loaded with panniers and top box. I experienced wobbling fairly often in the loose gravel and sand but fortunately was lucky enough not to fall. My bike has the electronic 2008...

The crash bars on the GSA are weak [often referred to as spaggetti bars] and seem to be designed to protect the plastic when the bike topples over from standing! I seem to topple quite a lot! Has anyone strenghthened the existing bars or can perhaps suggest a mod. that can make the crash bars...

Thanks for all the info. In essence the 19inch rim complements the direction of the GS brand  which leans >60% for road use.

I would like to understand the reason why my 1200 Adv has a 19inch rather than a 21inch front  wheel? My understanding is that the 19 inch is better for roadholding and cornering, and the 21inch is better offroad...is this correct? Can any wild dog  give me an opinion on his experience comparing...

Cool bike the right tyres!!

Welcome Piglet the adventre begins...life starts at 50! ;D

Congrats what a stunner. What about the exhaust?

Advenure riding on dirt to out of the way places seems ever more popular. My wife has been riding pillion for about 2yrs on my BMW 1200 and whereas before she hated the BMW Funduro, she loves the 1200. She does not want to ride her own bike. I don't have garaging for 2 bikes....now the...

Thanks for all the welcomes....

Hi Wild Dogs my son [Black Thunder] has convinced me to graduate onto dirt! The learning curve has involved several side stand incidents but I am getting there. He refers to my bike as" the Pig"  hence the name. I currently ride a 1200GSA and feel this is the best D/S pillion bike at...