Questions of Interest

I’ve received several questions regarding the 2003 BMW F650GS Dakar over the past couple of days and am going to post them here so others will have access to the same information.

Q1) What is the status of the title?

A1) The title is clear, i.e., in my name and with no lien.

Q2) Is it currently registered? If yes, until when?

A2) The registration is current through July 2008.

Q3) Does it need any immediate maintenance or repair?

A3) All maintenance is current and the Dakar is in great condition.

Q4) Are you available to show it in the evenings during the week or anytime on the weekends?

A4) I am happy to arrange a time to show the Dakar that is convenient for both parties, please contact me to schedule an appointment.

Q5) Does the Touratech peg relocation kit change the riding position?

A5) Yes, the kit moves the pegs down and back a little to make it easier to stand when off-road. The result is a riding position that is extremely comfortable when on-road and that allows for loading the pegs for optimal cornering.

Q6) What forms of payment will you accept?

A6) I will accept cash or cashiers checks from a bank, I will not accept personal checks or PayPal.

Q7) Why are you selling the 2003 BMW F650GS Dakar?

A7) To be honest I am contemplating a Harley Davidson Nightster. I know it is a bit cliche (okay a lot cliche) but I've reached the point in my riding where comfortable cruising is more important than a great handling bike.

I will update this list with additional questions as they are received. Thank you all for your interest.

Left Side View of the Dakar

Here's the left side view of the 2003 BMW F650GS Dakar where you can see, among other items, the Cee Bailey 17 inch windscreen and the original BMW engine guards. The bike is on the side stand but if you look carefully you can see the center stand tucked underneath.

View from Above

A top view of the 2003 BMW F650GS Dakar where you can clearly see the BMW Expandable Tank Bag, and a couple of the Touratech bits including the aluminum luggage rack, front fender (the low, black fender), and the relocated foot pegs and pedals.

About this 2003 BMW F650GS Dakar

The 2003 BMW F650GS Dakar is an extremely comfortable ride both on and off-road. I had hoped to spend more time adventure touring this bike but family and work have kept me from the long trips. I've only taken the Dakar off-road once for a total of about 50 miles, not being a big dirt rider I don't have a basis for comparison but I can say the 2003 BMW F650GS Dakar handles as well off-road as it does on.
To prepare the bike for long rides I've made several upgrades that include numerous Touratech including:

• Foot peg relocation kit, provides larger platform for comfortable and stable off-road riding
• Low front fender to keep the road grime off
• Aluminum chain guard and wheel sensor cover, powder coated black
• Flexible mount turn signals, for on- and off-road riding
• Spoiler for the original BMW Dakar hand protectors
• Lockable oil filler cap, made of machined aluminum
• Aluminum luggage rack, perfect for strapping anything to the back of the Dakar
• License plate reinforcement
• Carbon fiber rear brake cylinder cover, provides protection from dirt and falls
• Rear storage compartment lock reinforcement
• Tail trunk reinforcement

In addition to the awesome Touratech bits I've added the following items direct from BMW:

• Heated hand grips, an awesome addition that will keep your riding year 'round
• Engine guard
• Center stand, great for storing the bike in your garage
  
• Expanding tank bag, the "tank" is plastic and typical tank bags won't work
• Low seat, drops seat height by one inch for us vertically challenged riders
• Two accessory power ports

For taller riders the original 2003 BMW F650GS Dakar seat is included. Other upgrades include the Cee Bailey 17 inch windscreen, great for eliminating air turbulence around the rider, adjustable front brake lever, helmet locks and Hyper-Lites for maximum on-road visibility.
All of these upgrades add to the adventure touring nature of this bike, providing secure, comfortable, on- and off-road riding enjoyment.