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I'm going to test ride a 24 GSA this weekend. Hope it will be good for two up long distance touring. Started with a 17 Goldwing, traded for a 22 Goldwing then traded it for a 23 RT. I feel cramped on the RT hope the GSA will have more room.

I love my K1600GTL

why all the gear? just ride free in a T

Nice ride! Thanks!!

Where you been Gbe? We Missed your vlogs.

Considering my 3rd GSA as well. The first one (1200) felt too tall, wide and heavy. The second (1250) felt better but my wife did not like the wind. I had an RT which was amazingly practical but not as magical. Currently on KTM 1290 SAS which is a monster. But as expected, not great for distance at all. Considering a Ducati Multi V4 rally, but will probably get a third GSA and keep her for the long term, now that I have more bike experience and know what is important to me. Really useful hearing your experience from a goldwing. Thanks!

Love my 2023 1250 GSA 💯👍

Bear mountain bridge is always a good area to ride. Still with the city beemers, nice.

Yeah, your bike is far more versatile than mine... I added the tour pack so I can carry more stuff comfortably and lock it up. Originally, I thought I'd only use it on longer rides, but it's cumbersome to install/remove, so I just leave it on all the time :D

When will you get the r1300gsa? Not enough wind protection vs your wing. Connie has a easy to remove my top case and panniers. Not a fan of tank bags.

Love mine. Full on touring bike, commuter, or stripped down sport bike. I've even strapped firewood to the top of the side cases. I don't normally take the cases off because I carry too much crap. Also had a Gold Wing Tour - I'd say this is equally as smooth. I tend to ride in Dynamic mode, Road suspension mode, and Auto pre-load mode. Love the 1250 boxer 👍

I am a proud owner of a 2021 R1250GSA in the 40 years edition and yes it is a great overall bike. LOVE IT!!!

Yanks eh 🙄

awesome entertaining but yet safe video. my man . thumbs up

I have a late year 2017 R1200 GSA with all the bells and whistles. My previous motorcycle was a Victory Vision Tour. What you are saying is true. You can outfit it to meet the needs of your day's ride. When riding local, usually just a tank bag. If I plan on going a few hundred miles, I will put the panniers on. If I want more air, windshield low, conversely, less air windshield high. With the riding modes you can tailor and quickly adjust the suspension to the conditions. Absolutely great power and torque and a dream on an 80 MPH Interstate. In the transition from the Victory, my biggest issue was learning how to mount and dismount smoothly and getting accustomed to the light controls. I am tall 6'4" and 280lbs. I can flat foot it no problem with a 32" inseam and my seat on the highest setting. The BMW feels light with the low center of gravity and is very easy to hold upright at a stop. I have seen some pretty tiny women do amazing things, so height is not as much of an issue as technique. My only recommendation is you be well past the novice stage in your skills. This bike is definitely intermediate to advanced, and give yourself time to acclimate before you get really aggressive with it. For me it checks all of the boxes.

I have the best of both worlds, a 2020 DCT Goldwing and a 2011 BMW R1200GS. Goldwing is great for two up touring with my wife. The GS is great for me alone scooting out around town or on a short ride thru the countryside. The versatility of the GS and its looks are the reasons I still have it. I don't want to think about a chain driven bike again. Don't miss the hassle or the grime it creates. My only complaint with the GS is the seat height. It is designed for someone a bit taller than me.

Looks like you were on the scenic overlook on the Palisades Parkway.

G. Great to see you out there enjoying riding. I just returned from riding in the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee on my 2018 Goldwing. However, others in the group had a R1200GSA, R1250RT, and a couple of Multistradas. I had no problem keeping up!

I love the versatility of my Ducati multistrada V4 Rally and my Husqvarna Norton 901 expedition. there’s something about adventure bikes that just cover all the bases in my mind. Thank you for sharing Beautiful video ride safe 😊

Absolutely 100% agree. There isn't any other bike anyone could offer me to make me switch at any cost.

GBE you should put it in Dynamic mode 😁. The R1250 GSA is an absolute beast of a motorcycle much more capable than most riders but makes every rider feel like they are the best rider ever!! It is a phenomenal bike !!

No cliche’. 100% agree on the Swiss Army knife versatility of this beautiful motorcycle. All around. Agree. The scalpel precision in which it can be ridden in capable hands is a sight to behold. Gbe has been witnessed by many in dense NYC traffic the nimbleness of such an adventure scalpel. There’s a rider by me that has this exact spec’d GSA and rides it like he stole it. Serious apex predator. A real pleasure to see him mix it up out there. He’s full on ATGATT! You said. Ride what you ride. Just have fun doing it! Thank you!

Yes... That Bridge crossing was Amazing! And Yes that was Two Guys on one Bike! Great Vlog G!

Good video sir, By any chance invite you to do a product review for our portable air pump. How can we connect with you

Awe man we love crossing water...You would absolutely love the Northern California Bay area. GW bridge...Been over that many times...Although, not much as you lol.

Awesome two bridges! That market on 9W is a hot spot. I see it on a number of videos from riders in your area. What gets me pumped is merely rolling out the driveway fully geared up and my mind turned onto the details of the mean streets before me. Being on my Motorcycle and into survival mode has a way of doing that. 😂 Then it’s finding my pace and rhythm. Nice job out there G.

Yes sir....get them new shoes scuffed in......10-4

Man, once I get away from the 4-lanes into nothing but 2-lanes, I know it's time to relax and enjoy the ride... so THAT'S what gets me excited :D Also, bridges are awesome... who doesn't love riding over water?

Cool bridges!! I have been across the George Washington Bridge many times on my trips back to New England to visit family and friends

I run matching tires on both my bikes

A video like this reminds me of how lucky I am to live where I do. I am in the heart of some great riding. I can be on twisty mountain roads in less than a few minutes. I can be on some great forest service roads in less than 10 minutes. I can’t complain!!!

running the stock Metzeler Karoo 3 on the front and the Motoz Tractionator GPS on the rear now. Too many miles left in the front at these prices to change it just to match.

Beautiful be safe.😎

Thanks for sharing your video G! You’re right about being over sixty and having to take a ‘break’ while riding. Since I’m a prostate cancer survivor, the urge is even more so present! Those were some great scenes along your ride! I should be posting a new video soon after a recent ride. Take care out there!!

Another relaxing video you are truly a master linguist ride safely 😊

What is the jacket?

Been thinking hard about the Matte Armored Green Metallic. Very sexy looking.

Those GS/GSA looking pretty sharp out there. A surgeon’s scalpel in the right hands. I think you know who you are two lane slayer.

I'm curious Gil, what river was that you were riding along?

These are the types of comparisons that are super useful. Thanks!

I always say ride your own ride. Your right but move the slow rider to the front the last person should be your better riders to keep up. Great topic and I stop often for a nature call. Ride Safe

Quick Question: How do I update my 2018 Honda Goldwing to my new USB C port iPhone 15? The AppleCarplay is useless now. You've been a better resource for my Goldwing than dealers! Thanks!

100% to that G! Leaving egos at home is easy to say but can be difficult to do for some. Be the rider that comes home safely. Bike, gear and self intact. You will be so much happier. Then work to find “like minded” riders for group selection next time, if you felt you were being shelled out the back. Good topic!

"If you find yourself falling behind..." yeah, that would be me. I feel seen! :D I love riding at the back. Nobody to piss off behind me, I can enjoy my cigar, and I'll eventually catch up :D

Riding in a group is to me a way to ride at a different pace. If I’m in a larger group, I just know I’m going to be a bit more relaxed. Not navigating, enjoying the scenery, practicing my lines… it’s all good!

I had an awesome ride, in some fantastic weather on Sunday!

This is a good topic, G. I've sometimes fallen victim to riding much faster than I intended on group rides. As I've matured on the bike, I tend to care less now. When riding with others these days, I'm just trying to look out for others and enjoy the comradery (OK, I still get a spirited pull every now and then, haha). I love how green everything is! Beautiful ride!

Back of the pack

Thank you for your fantastic review! Really well done. We appreciate your candor and recommendations. Great stuff! :-)

Thanks for making this review! I’m 6’2” and 225. 46” chest. Sounds like XL is the way to go.