Many Australians launched into adventure riding on the 1150GS Beemer. It’s a bike that still holds its own in the adventure world today.
Ewan and Charley’s use of the 1150GSA in Long Way Round gave the bikes huge acceptance from the general public.
BMW has a long history with its GS brand.
The R80G/S kicked things off in 1980 and the German marque has gone from strength to strength ever since.
The ‘GS’ designation came from the initials of the German words which translate to ‘off-road/road’.