Wanna buy » Looking at a 2010 MTS 1200 S touring

[BajaJake 2010 1200S (Red)]

Hey ... first post!

I'm seriously close to buying this bike ... it's SO gorgeous and FAST.

Any issues (good or bad) with this year/model? Is it a reliable bike?

I'm planning to ride it from Seattle to South Dakota and back. After that ship it to Australia then to SE Asia.

How is the parts availability and service in SE Asia?

Thanks, Jake

[mollycbr123 2010 1200S (White)]

Try to make sure all the updates have been done, especially the antifreeze recall.

[BajaJake 2010 1200S (Red)]

Where can I get a list of all that have been issued?

[Mattel 2012 1200S (Matte Chrome)]

Contact any dealer and the will put the vin in the computer.

[BajaJake 2010 1200S (Red)]

My impression is that they don't usually have a clue! I like to know before I go in there!

[dblack 2010 1200S (Red)]

I currently own a 2010 S model. The only problem I've experienced in 5 years is that the engine will occasionally die while rolling up to a stop. The dealer "fixed" the problem, but in doing so the ambient temp no longer reads correctly. Small price to pay I guess, but.......

[vtjc 2015 1200S (White)]

I am looking at a 2010S with around 20,000 miles on it. It has been well maintained and in excellent condition. Can I expect this to be reliable, I am planning on long trips with this.

[moby34 2010 1200S (Red)]

As mentioned before in this thread, make sure all updates have been done. Most likely any issues would've raised their ugly head by now. I have a '10 with nearly 40k miles on it and still running strong. I usually do a couple tours each summer, commute daily, and also run on the track. Yes, I've had some issues, but long ago within warranty (thankfully) and has been problem free since.

[nigesg 2007 1100S (Red)]

Where in SE.Asia are you planning on riding?

Located in Singapore..can assist along the way