If you could have any bike to ride in china ???

[chinabiker]

F800GS has 21" front wheel and better power to weight ratio

Not that I'm seeking an argument with you but simple maths will do:

power / weight (max. permissible)

R1200GS: 105hp / 440kg = 0.23 hp for 1kg
F800GS: 85 hp / 443 kg = 0.19 hp for 1kg

in other words

R1200GS: 1 horse has to move 4.19 kg
F800GS: 1 horse is in charge of 5.21 kg

the 21" front is a definite advantage on loose terrain.


I've already noticed your opposition to the flat twins but I'd
never trade a flat twin with a single pot or V-twin when it comes to slooooow steep uphill riding, mud or worse


Andy, the flat twin guy