BMW GS-series: Books - History, Types and Construction
A book on BMW GS-series motorcycles? Explore here illustrated books on the history, types and construction of BMW motorcycles.
BMW GS - Essential Buyer's Guide
BMW's GS series is one of the world's milestone motorcycles and has been in production for over 25 years. It pioneered the 'adventure sport' category big bikes that are capable of travelling off-road and, in many ways, it's the Range Rover of motorcycling. It's now more popular than ever, thanks in part to the massive publicity surrounding the film Long Way Round.
This book is a complete guide to buying one of these iconic bikes secondhand: what to look for (10min and 30min evaluations); spares prices; guides to auctions and paperwork; lists of useful contacts in the GS community; and just as important, consideration of whether it's the right bike for you.You'll discover all you need to know about the GS you want to buy... Working step-by-step through the bike's strengths and weaknesses. This books unique points system will help you to place the bikes value in relation to condition whilst extensive photographs illustrate the problems to look out for.
When a small, close-knit group of BMW engineers who were enthusiastic about off-road sports put together the first prototype that would become the original GS, the R 80 G/S model, at the end of the 1970s, no one could have imagined how incredibly successful the design of these extremely versatile motorcycles would become.
The R 80 G/S, introduced in 1980, is only the beginning of the long GS series and also marks the beginning of the new genre of large travel enduros. And although all the major manufacturers are now represented in this category, BMW has maintained its leading position to this day, currently with the R 1200 GS model and the "Adventure" offshoot.
The BMW GS has held a prominent position in the motorcycle world for more than 30 years now. It has convinced critics, won rallies, and become the first choice for globetrotters and those who would like to be one. In this model monograph, specialist book author Phil West - one of the most respected British motorcycle journalists - guides the reader through the world of this two-wheeled icon and describes in detail the development, technology, model history and sporting use. With comprehensive technical details, contemporary witness reports and many previously unpublished photos, this book offers everything you need to know about the large R models with boxer engines.
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