When are you going to pick it up?
I'm going to hold out for an R1100/50 GS though.
Has that been lowered? A lot? Or is it just the camera angle?
Think about it. That bike. Later single sided swing arm. Even later CBR1000RR front end. Giggity.
I vote option # 2
Good choice on the GS. It would make a good winter rig.
I plan on getting a KLR myself, and fitting some studded tires on it to run year-round.