2012 BMW G650GS Sertao Owners - Page 20

Namecheck · 03-27-2012, 05:49 AM

[QUOTE=slider162;18304109]More fun today;) Just a couple of pics from the Cheese Country Trial here in WI. Totaled 70 miles today out and back on the trail. That plus another 120 round trip to get to the trial head. Almost 2000 miles on the bike so far. No problems with the suspension, even at 50MPH on this trail, which was pretty mild. I am in the process of gathering parts for the YZ fork conversion. Just ordered the conversion kit from Hawk.

Can you tell me more about that fork conversion? There seems to be a lot of talk about it.

twinrider · 03-27-2012, 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by mtbdemon

I just read all 19 pages of this thread and it's been very interesting. I have had a Sertao in my sights for the past few weeks. I have the PIAA lights, the Giant loop coyote bag and TKC's all ready so I think I will pull the trigger. I will post pics as soon as I can.

I recommend led driving lights if you plan on running them with heated gear.

slider162 · 03-27-2012, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Durden

^^^ Where are your hard cases from? I have softbags, but I'm wondering if that dual exhaust will eat them up.

I found them used on Craigslist for a steal. They are the silver BMW cases. I sprayed them with the fake Rhino Liner from Auto Zone. A&S has what looks to be an updated case. They are expandable which basically doubles in size when expanded.

slider162 · 03-27-2012, 10:57 AM

[QUOTE=Namecheck;18314185]

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Originally Posted by slider162

More fun today;) Just a couple of pics from the Cheese Country Trial here in WI. Totaled 70 miles today out and back on the trail. That plus another 120 round trip to get to the trial head. Almost 2000 miles on the bike so far. No problems with the suspension, even at 50MPH on this trail, which was pretty mild. I am in the process of gathering parts for the YZ fork conversion. Just ordered the conversion kit from Hawk.

Can you tell me more about that fork conversion? There seems to be a lot of talk about it.

I'm still learning myself. More information than you would ever want to know over HERE.

twinrider · 03-27-2012, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Durden

^^^ Where are your hard cases from? I have softbags, but I'm wondering if that dual exhaust will eat them up.

Givi side racks will keep the soft bags off the exhaust and protect the bike in a fall. Almost forgot, they also hold Givi cases

mtbdemon · 03-27-2012, 05:56 PM

So my dealer says he can't find a center stand and suggested I go direct to touratech. Any other companies you kids can suggest that offer good products and a good price? Thanks my Sertao brothas

alskee750 · 03-27-2012, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by mtbdemon

So my dealer says he can't find a center stand and suggested I go direct to touratech. Any other companies you kids can suggest that offer good products and a good price? Thanks my Sertao brothas

I was going to buy the TT one but they were out of stock. I opted for the SWmototech one as they had it in stock. It has worked for me with no problem at all...

GL...

Durden · 03-29-2012, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by mtbdemon

So my dealer says he can't find a center stand and suggested I go direct to touratech. Any other companies you kids can suggest that offer good products and a good price? Thanks my Sertao brothas

Same boat - dealer is hunting around still.

-tb

slider162 · 03-29-2012, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Durden

Same boat - dealer is hunting around still.

-tb

Looks like Twisted has them in stock.

mtbdemon · 03-30-2012, 01:28 PM

What rack have people used in the past for these? I need as wide of one as I can get away with. Thanks

AKRoadrunner · 04-01-2012, 08:03 AM

So I just put a thousand down on a new Sertao. They had one on the floor and while I was making my decision someone bought it!! So my bike is being shipped in from New Jersey. This will be my first dual sport bike, although I've been riding motorcycles in one form or another since I was 16. I started on dirtbikes and went to cruisers. After many years of admiring the BMW's I've finally made my move. Any Sertao owners have feedback on the bike I shouild know of? Any worthwhile performance upgrades and guards that I should purchase?

stevh0 · 04-01-2012, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by AKRoadrunner

So I just put a thousand down on a new Sertao. They had one on the floor and while I was making my decision someone bought it!! So my bike is being shipped in from New Jersey. This will be my first dual sport bike, although I've been riding motorcycles in one form or another since I was 16. I started on dirtbikes and went to cruisers. After many years of admiring the BMW's I've finally made my move. Any Sertao owners have feedback on the bike I shouild know of? Any worthwhile performance upgrades and guards that I should purchase?

Congrats.

I've put about 500km (300miles) of mixed riding (dirt/slab/technical) on the bike and so far I've found that the only thing I can fault is the tires. Leave stock if you plan to ride more slab than offroad, otherwise a good dp tire would just compliment it offroad.

I would put some crash bars on it and a decent skidplate. If you got money left, thow on some bark busters and call it a day.

unless you are really tall and need a touring screen :P

Congrats again.

slider162 · 04-01-2012, 11:52 AM

I have to agree about the tires. They suck for anything off of the beaten path. I went with the Michelin T63 front and back and have zero complaints. I can't speak for wear yet, but rumor has it they are good for at least 5,000 miles. I think the center stand is a must have upgrade, especially if space is limited in the garage. The bike just leans over too far on the kickstand. Beyond that, don't go crazy like I did.

slider162 · 04-01-2012, 12:00 PM

Here is what you get with the Hawk kit.

twinrider · 04-01-2012, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by AKRoadrunner

So I just put a thousand down on a new Sertao. They had one on the floor and while I was making my decision someone bought it!! So my bike is being shipped in from New Jersey. This will be my first dual sport bike, although I've been riding motorcycles in one form or another since I was 16. I started on dirtbikes and went to cruisers. After many years of admiring the BMW's I've finally made my move. Any Sertao owners have feedback on the bike I shouild know of? Any worthwhile performance upgrades and guards that I should purchase?

If you have any plans to venture off pavement check out IRC GP1 tires. Excellent grip and handling on road yet still very good offroad. Will help you keep the rubber side down through mud and sand.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...Rear-Tire.aspx
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...ront-Tire.aspx

03-27-2012, 05:56 PM	#291
mtbdemon Studly Adventurer Joined: Nov 2007 Location: Beaverton Oregon Oddometer: 822	Center stand So my dealer says he can't find a center stand and suggested I go direct to touratech. Any other companies you kids can suggest that offer good products and a good price? Thanks my Sertao brothas __________________ I am a leaf on the wind, watch me.....ride (I know, it makes no sense) 2007 YZ 250F SOLD 1998 KTM 620 Adventure 2004 KTM 200 EXC

03-30-2012, 01:28 PM	#295
mtbdemon Studly Adventurer Joined: Nov 2007 Location: Beaverton Oregon Oddometer: 822	racks? What rack have people used in the past for these? I need as wide of one as I can get away with. Thanks __________________ I am a leaf on the wind, watch me.....ride (I know, it makes no sense) 2007 YZ 250F SOLD 1998 KTM 620 Adventure 2004 KTM 200 EXC

04-01-2012, 08:03 AM	#296
AKRoadrunner Adventurer Joined: Mar 2012 Location: North Pole, Ak Oddometer: 36	Waiting for my new Sertao to get to Fairbanks. So I just put a thousand down on a new Sertao. They had one on the floor and while I was making my decision someone bought it!! So my bike is being shipped in from New Jersey. This will be my first dual sport bike, although I've been riding motorcycles in one form or another since I was 16. I started on dirtbikes and went to cruisers. After many years of admiring the BMW's I've finally made my move. Any Sertao owners have feedback on the bike I shouild know of? Any worthwhile performance upgrades and guards that I should purchase?

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03-27-2012, 05:49 AM	#286
Namecheck Like a Sir! Joined: Mar 2012 Location: Omaha, NE Oddometer: 114	[QUOTE=slider162;18304109]More fun today;) Just a couple of pics from the Cheese Country Trial here in WI. Totaled 70 miles today out and back on the trail. That plus another 120 round trip to get to the trial head. Almost 2000 miles on the bike so far. No problems with the suspension, even at 50MPH on this trail, which was pretty mild. I am in the process of gathering parts for the YZ fork conversion. Just ordered the conversion kit from Hawk. Can you tell me more about that fork conversion? There seems to be a lot of talk about it.

04-01-2012, 11:52 AM	#298
slider162 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2012 Location: Mukwonago, WI Oddometer: 142	I have to agree about the tires. They suck for anything off of the beaten path. I went with the Michelin T63 front and back and have zero complaints. I can't speak for wear yet, but rumor has it they are good for at least 5,000 miles. I think the center stand is a must have upgrade, especially if space is limited in the garage. The bike just leans over too far on the kickstand. Beyond that, don't go crazy like I did.

04-01-2012, 12:00 PM	#299
slider162 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2012 Location: Mukwonago, WI Oddometer: 142	Here is what you get with the Hawk kit.