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rydor · Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2007 10:27 pm Post subject: F800GS Press Release Pictures

It's official... and it looks good...

Jim · Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2007 1:00 am Post subject: F800GS

Looked good-----until I saw the chain. Uh-uh.
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Off the grid · Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2007 1:45 am Post subject:

Funny thing Jim, but that's exactly what I thought.

Is a shaft drive actually viable for a serious dual/offroad bike though?
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HoosierStu · Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2007 8:07 am Post subject:

Finally, a lean and mean looking GS!
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Das Boot · Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2007 10:44 am Post subject:

Considering BMW's recent problems with drive shafts, I would be more opt to go for the chain :>)
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HoosierStu · Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2007 10:49 am Post subject:

Is that a spare or second gas tank to the side of the seat?
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Rider · Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2007 11:08 am Post subject: Fuel Tank

That's the only gas tank just like the 650GS.

Ed
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Klinker · Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2007 11:22 am Post subject:

Yep. Talked about the drive system with two dealers in the last couple weeks. Chain drive was anticipated.

Shaft was considered unlikely due to the added weight/power loss resulting from changing rotation direction twice in a laterally-mounted engine. The R1200GS is a shafty, but even with a longitudinal engine layout, the bike is not lightweight. The HP2 version is light, but it has some high-dollar unobtainium materials in it's final drive to accomplish this.

Belt drive has advantages over chain but disadvantages off-road (rocks, etc.). This photo:

John Clauss · Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2007 3:30 pm Post subject:

I have seen spy pics with a belt drive. I think development was started with a belt, then moved to the chain drive. I am willing to bet for the GS only on the street guys they will most likely make a belt conversion kit. I have no issues with the chain drive, they have worked for years and properly maintained they hold up well.
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Flying Duck · Posted: Sat Nov 17, 2007 9:25 pm Post subject:

I don't like the upper fender on the GS bikes. I understand the functionality but it just doesn't float my boat.

Was at the dealer yesterday talking to a sales guy while getting some misc. parts. Next time we have a sunny day here in Seattle(probably May or June Rolling Eyes

), I gonna ride over and take their red demo F800S for a spin. It only weighs a little over 400# and has 85hp so it should be a fun bike.
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