Bmw F 850 Gs Review
"A brilliant all-rounder that rewards patient buyers who inspect carefully."
Key Specs
Used Buyer Review
The F850GS sits in a genuinely sweet spot — not as intimidating as the 1250 but far more capable than its 310 sibling. Used examples from 2018-2021 are everywhere right now, and prices have softened nicely. What you're getting is a genuinely versatile middleweight that'll handle weekend dirt tracks, alpine passes, and daily commutes without complaint. The parallel-twin pulls strongly from low revs and the suspension is properly sorted from the factory, not that aftermarket-fix-it-later nonsense you get on some rivals. That said, go in with eyes open. Check the sprag clutch carefully on pre-2020 bikes — it's a known weak point and dealers will play dumb. The TFT display scratches if someone's looked at it wrong, and heated grip wiring connectors corrode badly in wetter climates. Always inspect the bash plate and frame sliders; if they're missing, the bike almost certainly went down. Software updates matter too — make sure the dealer history shows them done.
Pros
Cons
You need serious deep off-road capability
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