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There are so many options of tyres for the GS. These were just my choice, and so far, I'm more than happy with their performance.

@@photobiker4309 yes of course, just woundering. I read a lot of gt is better for bigger bikes and last longer etc

not cheap, but they look so much better than the stock exhaust and sounds better too.

I went with the Ammo guard from A Bike Thing for the headlight protector. Hard to really notice. abikething.com/product/a-bike-thing-ammo-guard-headlight-protection/

I drilled holes in my license plate to fit the lights. Added some washers and all good. But, yeah, it's a bit of work.

With some drivers, it's just a lot safer to get ahead of them, and out of the way. I'm on a 1250GS.

Best of luck with the new bike. Good biking community so you should get a wave from most bikers. ;-) Just remember, riding a bike is a lot more mentally taxing than driving a car, so remember to take breaks on any long rides. Otherwise, have fun out there.

@@photobiker4309 its going to a lot more than just mentally taxing for me due to other medical issues but I used to ride (30yrs ago) Now is the right time in my life to get back out there 👍

Gardai on duty are exempt from the rules of the road, for the most part. Personally, I've never seen any disregard for other road users by them. You also don't know when they are responding to some incident, since they don't always put on lights and sirens, for obvious reasons.

@@photobiker4309 Comissioner Harris gave a direct order to all Gardai to obey the rules of the road. Gardai who do not do so are Wilfully disobeying an order. If you have not witnessed arrogant driving by Gardai you must be blind. As to responding to incidents: Gardai have killed and maimed innocent people whilst responding to very minor incidents. (not that you or they care)

@@photobiker4309 my response was deleted

@@photobiker4309 do you know or care how many innocent people have been killed or maimed by Garda drivers?

@@fintonmainz7845 do tell. Please add a link to the data. I'm curious. There are a crazy high number of road deaths in the last few years, so anything to improve safety, like BikeSafe, is more than welcome. On any given day when I'm out on the road (on bike or in the car), I see things that are very dangerous. People using their phones is the most common, as well as people changing lanes without looking, etc. I think the way we teach car drivers is poor. There could be a lot of small things done that would help basic driving skills.

Thankfully I got a slot on the say it was released. Have to keep the eyes peeled when they announce. Last time I did it ... nasty wet weather.

Hi. Don't try another tyres..nothing better than Continental

by the letter of the law, you can't, however, the only time you'll have an issue is in the event of an accident. I used to commute to Dublin city daily and passed many a Garda stopping cars in the bus lane, but I've never been stopped. As we were advised on the BikeSafe, it's safer to be in an empty lane than to be stuck between cars.

learning to handle a bike is all well and good but learning roadcraft is better

If you watched - we were in the city, on national roads and motorway. We covered all class of roads on the ride. Plus, in the city, it's also about others - pedestrians, cyclists, busses, vans, and cars. Plenty of incidents of motorbikes hitting pedestrians or cyclists. City riding is also an important skill, as is slow speed manoeuvring in traffic.

@@photobiker4309 the best €45 euro you ever spent so

I2i is excellent at bike control but is not Roadcraft. The guards do weeks or training and it’s all about lifting your vision, observations positioning..all to keep you safe. Unfortunately the bikers who all should go on this don’t… well done on your second bikesafe. Suggest you do one outside of Dublin next time ..a total different experience

Great video pal , commentary was great too! I have mine booked for August this year and looking forward to it. He doesn’t have walkie talkies by the sound of it he just indicates and you’re meant to be keeping an eye on that to know where you’re going? 🤔

True, not randomly, but if you've an issue, it can be ended, or if you miss the 30 day notice email.

I am 6'1. My bike is standard, and I can flat foot. But, BMW do a low suspension model GS, which, combined with the low seat would be perfect for you. I've a friend your height (he's 5'6) and he has a lowered suspension GS and he finds it perfect. A youtube example - th-cam.com/video/2FpV718GWV8/w-d-xo.html

Yeah, Bumot make panniers that fit the standard BMW GSA stock rack.

I guess it's a replace the racks or the panniers type of deal...@@photobiker4309

The weather suddenly changed, and now it's freezing. Potential snow, but definitely icy roads.

The handle straps came from my old BMW GS panniers. bmw.europe-moto.com/gb/pannier-and-rear-racks-moto-bmw-motorrad/2601-bmw-carry-handle-for-motorcycle-pannier-and-top-case-alu.html

While not advisible, it does seem to write-out the file recording so doesn't cause corruption when you suddenly remove power.

I agree. But, for those of us who have served, it gave a small sample of what they may have experienced. Yes, knowing it's just a simulator makes very light of it. We laughed and joked. But, anything that is used to show and discourage war can only be a positive thing, to save others from having to give their lives.

Nope, we were travelling around, so only saw a few bits. Great to see so many re-enactors around.

@@photobiker4309 it's class.

I've only used it for short-ish clips, up to 20 min. I've never noticed a buffering/delay in saving when shooting. I've never tried filling a card and leaving it on loop. Sorry if that's not helpful.

They are a great bike, but definitely not a touring bike.

@@photobiker4309 I'm used to touring on non touring bikes ;) But I think this one might be on another level ;) cheers mate

It's in the software. In the settings, turn OFF the Video Marker tab.

@@photobiker4309 thanks, i found it 😀😀😀

I actually wired them myself. It was fiddly to run the cables, but just took time and a bit of effort. The wiring looms had all the connectors needed. I bought all lights from A Bike Thing in the UK. All I had to do was run the cables and then connect the Hex ezCan to the battery.

@@photobiker4309 good job ... I watched the video of “a bike thing “ when he wired it up .. don’t thing I have the confidence to pull apart the bike just yet ..

@@halfarsedbiker I started to pull it apart, and then realised that I didn't need to. Only remove a few of the small ones, and then just find the routing gap up to the front of the bike, along the frame. In fairness, most bike mechanics would be able to do it for you. Just ask your local dealer or mechanic.