SPECIFICATIONS

Price £21,469 (as tested) Engine 1254cc, liquid-cooled, 8v flat-twin Power 134bhp Torque 105 lb.ft Top speed 140mph (est) Rake/trail 25.7˚/100.6mm Wheelbase 1514mm Dry weight 249kg (claimed) Seat height 850/870mm Tank size 20 litres Economy 43mpg Colours Black/yellow Availability Now

Bike verdict Further refinement for the brilliant 1250GS, still the ultimate do-it-all motorcycle. Although start dipping into the options list and it begins to look like mortgage territory.

Bike rating 9/10