I was comparing MSRP of the basic models offered by the manufacturers, just trying to keep it simple and close to apples 2 apples.bmac said:If your going to quote facts please quote what they actually sell for.
The Super Tenere ES has no options and the list price is the top end of the scale. Current pricing is around $13,000 with some as low as $12,500.
A similar equipped BMW is closer to $20,000 (actual is $310 less). Are you finding fully equipped BMW's for less than $14,000?? The BMW dealer's I spoke with are not discounting.
From BMW's website with premium package so we can compare apples to apples.
Subtotal $19,195
Destination and Handling fee $495
Total MSRP $19,690
So yes, it has 10% more power for 50% more money.
I paid $12,800 for my 2014 Super Tenere ES. How much did you pay for your BMW?
I checked BMW website to add some options. Here is the pricing for a fully equipped BMW with every option:
Subtotal $32,393
Destination and Handling fee $495
Total MSRP $32,888
So, if you want to compare a fully loaded version from each manufacturer the BMW has 10% more power for 100% more money! How is that for a Fact Check??
Sure the BMW can be tarted up an so can the S10, but many of the features for the GS are not even offered by Yamaha, LED headlight, Enduro Pro, GPS Prep, integrated Gapmin GPS, shift assist, etc..
Certaintly OTD pricing will vary, depending upon the negotiating skills of the buyer and the desire of the dealer to move stock. In my part of the country dealers don't stock S10's because the do not sell. On the other hand, both of my local BMW dealers are already deep into their allotment of 2015 GS/GSA's.
BMW dealers will allow you to configure a GS or GSA anyway you want it and order it for you. I'm told time from order submission to delivery is generally in the 6-8 week range.
For what it's worth.... I'm awaiting a special order GSA with low suspension(ETA before the end of October), discounted MSRP, no shipping or set-up fees, fully featured except for shift assist, OTD pricing is in the very low $20's.
Paul