Fixability of GSs away from dealerships

[lee5500]

Hi,

I'm new to BMWs and looking at getting an F650 GS- my previous bikes have been an old Tenere and KLR which I specifically chose for their simplicity so either I, or a local mechanic, could bodge anything which went wrong with it to keep me on the road. FI and computers(!) on bikes are completely new to me. What are the implications for fixability when it all goes wrong in Timbuktu? Will the complex electrics potentially be a real "show stopper" if they go wrong? What happens when FI goes wonky - I can't imagine a couple of well placed wacks with a hammer fixing that as it used to do on my old CV Carb. All opinions very much appreciated as I have to make a decision on whether or not to buy a Dakar asap. The ability to keep a bike moving by any means available is very important for what I need it for.

Thanks,
Lee

[This message has been edited by lee5500 (edited 15 January 2005).]