This event is very much a large marketing ploy from BMW and as the event organisers I am sure they have the derogative to only allow BMW motorcycles only.
Marketing stunt aside this event is superbly well organised and has picked up serious momentum in the three years since the first GS Challenge. The superb location selected every year(different location every time)and the skills challenge that allow riders to test their riding skill against other riders using similar machines have given this event the edge other rallies do not have.
The rules are that you have to arrive on your bike with tent and camping gear needed for the three days of the event. The remote locations does not offer any other accommodation besides the patch of ground you must pitch your tent, this and the tough routes selected for the rides is about as rough as it will get tough as the organisers offer brilliant facilities for three meals a day as well as clean ablutions etc.
The GS Challenge cater for the average rider and is not a race as such. Even the skills challenge that is held at the end of every days rides is not timed but points is deducted for making mistakes on the course.
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