GS

The GS Page

This page and section is specific to the BMW GS class of dual sport adventure motorcycle and related content. It is a bit random. Whimsy and serendipity play a significant role in what ends up here. If you have suggestions send them to

FAQ for the BMW-GS mailing list -- one of the most complete and focused of the BMW motorcycle mailing lists, the BMW-GS is a topical mailing list for discussion of all facets of ownership and riding of BMW GS series dual-purpose motorcycles. Topics dealing with the GS's close relatives (e.g. R80ST, R100/850/1100/1150R, F650) may also be appropriate provided they have some relevance either to GS's or to off-pavement touring/riding on an absurdly heavy motorcycle.
Other BMW and motorcycle mailing lists -- information on the Airheads, BMWMOA, BMW-TECH, DUST, and other mailing lists.
Jupiter Rides Again -- Ted Simon's second trip around the world (in progress)
BMW R80/100 GS and R1100GS motorcycles BMW 1100 GS ABS
R100GS Drive Shaft Failure analysis and information
Installing Aux Riding Lights on a GS Wiring up PIAA Aux Lights -- Zander Nosler
Dirt Riding --- Lessons learned at Doc Wong's Clinic by Dave Rankine
Motorcycle Travel Book List
BMW R100GS Preparation Checklist for The Long Tour
GS Touring in Mexico in the Sierra Madre -- Bill Juhl
The Compleat Motorcycle Camper -- a Checklist
Collective R1100GS Wisdom and Practices This list of widely accepted maintenance and equipment wisdom for R11GS owners is compiled from posts to the GS mailing list, the ibmwr mailing list, and other sources. Many of the tips are generic for any of the Type 259 (Oilhead) Boxers.
Supplier links RIDE WEST/Touratech-Seattle TOURATECH Motorradausrüstung Wunderlich specialties for Boxers HPN-Motorradtechnik Jesse Luggage Systems Motorrad Elektrik Cycoactive's BarPack Aluminum Panniers available in Germany J-B WELD Company (makers of J-B KWIK)
GS Riders of Northern California