[Doug]

Yep Its all down to personal preference. I wanted the F800GS but the money killed it off for me so opted for the TA700. Dont regret it but still think the BMW looked cooler. Apparently the Beemer is better off road but none are true off roaders but a good compromise if thats good enough.

It is for me an the TA copes with most stuff as long as its not wet mud which doesnt go well with the trailwing tyres that come on the TA.

Have you had a go on the Kawasaki Versys ? This is quite fun to ride also, just to throw another in.

I am also a recent DAS pass and had no problems with test rides. I bought mine from Petchs in Grimsby but had also test ridden the GS at Astle with no probs.