F800GS versus R1200GS

[Liesl]

Hello

I would like some opinions regarding the comparison of the F800GS versus the R1200GS? Having some trouble making up my mind about the two.

Factors include:
1. Chain versus drive shaft
2. Tubes versus tubeless
3. Weight difference
4. Dirt touring (not serious offroad stuff! we all know which will win there )
5. Tar touring comfort
6. Maintenance costs?
7. Weight carrying capability (panniers etc)
8. Etc

Any ideas guys? 

 

[GSNieP]

 

[SlowPoke]

 

[AB]

 

[Liesl]

 

[sysie]

 

[AB]

 

[sysie]

 

[AB]

 

[sysie]

 

[AB]

 

[RooiPhilip]

 

[SGB]

 

[AB]

 

[Moondog]

 

[Aprilian]

 

[AB]

 

[Marc Puzey]

 

[RooiPhilip]

 

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