100,000 Mile Review of R1200GS Motorcycle
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 ธ.ค. 2024
- What I really think about this bike. Now that I have 100,000 miles on my BMW R1200GS, I figured it was time for a long term review of this motorcycle. I definitely feel like I have had a good amount of time to get to know this bike, all the quirks, and the features and characteristics I love and even a little insight into the maintenance involved in putting this many miles on a motorcycle.
I am hoping to put many more miles on this bike before retiring it, many many more! Here's to another hundred thousand!
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After all those years and miles, still looks great! 100K Miles makes you qualified to review this bike unlike the 20 min and 20 miles know it all TH-camrs :)
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Hi Tim, I was contemplating selling my 2015 R1200GS this morning. I have had it from new but have only managed to do 51 thousand miles on it. Due to the virus I have been hit very hard financially so bike maintenance has been sketchy to say the least, but still the GS chugs on. Even though I clean my bike regularly the engine paint was lifting within 2 years and it has carried on doing so.
So this morning I was feeling a bit down which is very unusual for me, when I came across your year old video and saw the light. I have loved this bike all these years and it just fits me somehow and with my financial situation improving why the hell would I want to sell her. I am booking her into the shop today for a major service, she deserves it. Thanks Tim for bringing me to my senses.
Nice comment. I hope you enjoy your bike for many ‘save’ miles. 🖖
Excellent decision. Ride safe and ride often.
Great honest comment. This sounds cheesy but my mental well being is tied to my being able to get out and experience 2 wheels, some people just don't get it.
What major services have you done at 50-60km miles
50 K miles is nothing to sneeze at. More than most I reckon...
If you cut the thumb off a heavy duty kitchen type rubber glove, about 30mm of it using a box cutter and straight edge. Then stretch it over the Keyless Ride switch it covers the whole switch body and fits like a glove (haha). It’s flexible and protects the switch from the sun and the elements. It’s cheaper than a new Keyless Ride switch👍🏻
Great idea! Thanks!
THANKS! 🎉
Hi Tim. Agree with everything you said about the GS. My GSA has 200,000 miles on it (360,000k’s) and has been awesome. To me they are a sports tourer that can handle dirt roads and forest trails while comfortably eating up big miles. Your vids are always so inspiring mate. Thanks!
200k miles - nice! What year is yours?
Hi buddy, do you have any update on your bike since that? How many miles?
"I recognize the bike for what it is, a bike that makes me happy". Does any rider need anything more than that? That's all I'm looking for. One of the most honest and thorough reviews of a bike I've seen. Thanks Tim for such a great video with lots of good tips and info.
My current bike makes me happy amd its fantastic. Unfortunately, i cant ride it for more than 200km because its uncomfortable, which eliminates the purpose of having a motorcycle. Cant even get to the mosel or eifel, let alone the alps. Im asking for more and im gonna find it in a GS
And that right there, Tim, is the best review of this bike ever. From a guy who actually went the mile. thank you!
Best overall motorcycle review I've seen. BMW should sponsor you.
Accurate
We'll stop getting honest info if he's getti ng sponsored
Now that's a review worth paying attention to, for those of us who plan to keep our bikes long term rather than trade up every 2 or 3 years. Nice one, Tim 👌
Thanks for the update, I just picked up a 2005 R1200GS. very happy with my purchase. It needs new tires, but no big deal.
My friend Kerri has the same year GS and just turned 130,000 miles on it. Never broke down. Never saw a Dealer except for maintenance , fork seals, and a bent rim. Amazing machine
Just an update. Kerris bike is now over 200k and STILL nothing but routine maintenance and she still tours with it.
@@christopher9626 bruuuh never thought the gs is like a vstrom in regards to reliability, noiiice
I appreciate that video probably more than anything else you've put out there. It's hard to find good honest reviews about bikes with higher miles. Not so many people ride them that much! Good for you for breaking 100k! I believe your video on the saddle sore ride is the one that got me to do mine! So thank you for that. It was fun, and rewarding. I just wish I didn't lose a front tire in another city mid day!
Again, I really appreciate this video! It was a great one!
Tim that is freaking awesome! This is what I call a real review and only after 105k miles. Hell yea. Other guys will take a brand new demo bike and pretend to do a some sort of a review within that half an hour of riding (if that). On top of that their riding experience is that of a total beginner.
I'm putting along with my Yamaha super tenere, love that bike.
Thanks
I've got a 2007 Honda CBR 150 with over 100,000 miles (160,000 kilometers) on it in Thailand. Still runs well, though the carb needs to be re-built. I change oil at 4000 kilometers and use Motul or Shell synthetic. Here in Thailand, it's not uncommon to put this amount of mileage on small motorcycles. It's needed multiple chains, tires, batteries but those are maintenance items. The clutch is the original and the engine has never been opened.
Your overview and experience is appreciated and awesome. I had dirt bikes as a kid, Harley Ds later and then a K1200 BMW. BMW was incredible bike. Thanks!
Tim - I have the '19 1250 GSA and that bike is a dream - the engine is incredibly smooth, clutch like butter, quick shifter much improved, etc., etc. You're dead on about the feeling you get when riding it. It's addicting and confidence inspiring. Go anywhere, do anything. It does it all very well. I think they improved the seat since the '15, cuz I don't feel the pain like you do. Also the Puig windscreen is the best after market one to get. Taller, but has the same styling as the OEM. Great review, thank you!
This guy can sell more bikes with this video than the whole bmw sales team
Thanks! Now if I could only get a commission on that lol
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Awesome review. Maybe the best on TH-cam for the GS long term! I miss my GS after moving to a 790...
Excellent work reporting your seat time at 100k miles, awesome in itself. Thanks for all the info, best sales pitch yet!
Thanks!
No problem! And thank you!
Absolutely on point. Great review. You touch on things that most people don't discuss in detail, including sales guys at dealerships. GS's are balanced, great at many things and terrains, reliable, expensive to fix if you break something (but we don't get into this game unless we can afford it lol.), but they don't break easily, and absolutely a joy to ride anywhere. I realize I'm just stating the obvious especially to any other GS rider, but for the newbies or folks thinking about a GS. As NIKE says" Just Do It"
Thanks for your honest review of this I just purchased a second hand 2014 model with 23000km on the clock, man this is the best motorcycle I have ever owned, I hope to put a lot of miles on it, so it is great to hear they have longevity as well as that fun factor
Great review.
The center stand gets in my way too, just as you described.
I check my own valves clearances because it is really easy to do. However, I don't replace the gasket unless it leaks, which hasn't happened to date.
Greg, how often have the valves actually NEEDED adjustment in mile intervals?
@@northerniltree i think it’s pretty random i heard some bikes need it after 10000kms and some don’t even after 50000kms
I feel the same overall about the bike. I had the same bike you have and made the up grade for the 1250 about a month ago. I love the new engine, feels a little more well balanced, torquy and in fact it is more powerful, but the 1200 was ok too. Now with the panniers and a passenger, it behaves easily than the 1200. And see that I use to enjoy a lot my 1200. The seat still is a pane. By your experienced opinion I am thinking about changing for a more comfortable one. Thanks for sharing, it is quite useful to count with long using experienced riders opinions. And thanks for the numbers. Costs are always a point to pay atention.👍🏻
I have watched loads of your videos and will never venture off road but ,you convinced me to get a GS used of course its a 2013 with 77000 kilometres. I do not think the seat is staying too long,but a bit of fixing to do first. At 74 I doubt i will do 100,000 mile review . God bless.
Love the review man! One thing I'd like to point out is that you usually don't need to replace the valve cover gaskets every time the covers are pulled off. I know you mentioned that's a job you don't do yourself (which I totally get and appreciate). They're pretty beefy gaskets which is probably why they're expensive, but I know BMW mechanics that generally only replace them when necessary. Hopefully that's helpful in some way. Love your videos.
I approve!
I work at the factory and in general you can say only parts that get permanently compressed/deformed or abraded (just like sealed & encapsulated screws) need to be changed.
The valve cover gasket is a rubber sealed copper kinda gasket and only needs to be changed when its damaged. And this goes for about everything on any bike ^^
Agreed...reuse mine multiple times without issue.
With this kinda mileage you are the real person to review the bike. I am a potential buyer and about to get a 2013 model with very low mileage. your review really helpful.
Hey Tim nice review, I also ride a 1200GS but the previous version with no water cooling and dry clutch so interesting to hear your review. I have not wanted to spend $600+ on an after market sit so I use the arihawk cushion for long rides. It is cheap and a game changer as you can adjust the air and always make it feel different so pressure is never on the same spot. Also helps with the air flow. Take care
Awesome Tim! The maintenance & tire schedule is a great checklist for us newbies that can be used for most Adv bikes, my Yamaha Ténéré 700, well done!
Regarding the key-less FOB loosing connection with the bike. I had the same problem on a long trip, after changing the battery with a generic brand new one, from The Source, before leaving. When I got back home, I found and switched the the old battery back in. Even though it was almost empty it stayed connected perfectly up until the dealership replaced it during a maintenance check with a new one of the same. Basically you need to use the same model battery that came with the FOB (Panasonic I think) and you will be fine.
Agree! I keep a spare fob battery in my puncture kit.
"I'm starting to get used to it", referring to center stand interference while standing on the pegs.....AFTER 100,000 MILES! LOL!! I recently took my 2009 R1200R to the dealer for lack of power and surging in the engine and a failed ABS. They wanted $3,500 to fix it. Nope! I paid them $460 to give me that bad news, brought it back home and went online. I got the engine running as it should with a new camshaft position sensor and (literally) a few light taps on the ABS Module's motor to free up a sticky brush and it, too, is working fine. Not counting the $460 the dealer's service department got from me I spent just under $300 and that included an OBDLink and MotoScan app to handle my own diagnosis in the future. With service support like this, I will NOT be buying another BMW!
Module Masters in Idaho I think does the ABS rebuild for 250 or something like that. There is the GS911 scan tool. The problem with Motoscan is that it's android only. I might try it with BlueStacks on my Mac to see if it works though. I do all my own maintenance and repairs on my 2009 RT. Bought it new in 2010. Fuel strip went twice, replaced under extended repair notice by BMW. There is a new recall on the fuel pumps that may apply to you.
Yep my 07 ABS light was on and BMW was looking £1100 to replace the ABS unit, a little research done, removed it my self and sent it away, got it back repaired within the week with a lifetime warranty for around £150 + £5 for new brake fluid and three years later still going strong!
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Ego did the repair ?
Could you provide some info about it please?
When you get as old as I am, and that arthritis creeps into your clutch hand and becomes worse especially on cold damp days, you will appreciate the quick shifter. It saved me from falling into the arms of a DCT; I can use the clutch when I need it, and save my hands when I don’t.
Nice review. I ride a 2013 1200 GSA and it is the most fun motorcycle I have ever ridden and I have been riding since 1964, if we can call a Trail 90 a motorcycle, as a kid. The value of the BMW exceeds the cost for me. One thing you might have added in your stats is your average fuel mileage. Mine is around 47 mpg. The GS GSA is always the gold standard that all other adventure bikes are measured against. And the BMW is set up from the factory for two up touring. Just a great bike.
one thing I have learned in life is that since you only live once, do it right. You could have gone with a less expensive bike, but you wanted that one and it made you happy. You are able to afford to keep it running, so you made the right choice for you. It is a bummer about the seat. I find it funny that it took until you got to 100K miles before it has aggravated you enough to replace it. You are a man on a mission to put up with it for that long. Keep enjoying the ride. I enjoy that kind of riding by watching folks like you do it. Not sure I would ever do that
I appreciate it for what it is - a bike that makes me happy. I'm with you 100%. Would love to know what tires you were running at the time of this review, what you're running today, and how they compare. Thanks Tim.
Thanks for the review. I have a 2013 - 1200GS with 150,000 km on it and it has been amazing. Like you my maintenance costs are almost similar. The bike has been flawless and has been across most of North America. I have used it for work and pleasure. It has done the Labrador Highway, the Dempster Highway, many dirt roads and highways. I just replaced the starter and other than hitting a turkey in the headlight area and having it repaired there has been no issues to talk about. The battery is original and the manufacturing date on it is Oct 2012. High test gas, oil changes and regular service keeps it moving with no issues. i was thinking about trading it in but I think I can wait a bit more. By the way it is a Triple Black and has the original seat.
A review with simple honesty, very refreshing. Good stuff and happy miles ahead to you sir.
Great video. Thanks for the details and your experience with the bike. I bought a R1250GS earlier this year and I have about 10K on it at this point. I am from Quebec Canada so the riding season is pretty much over now. I will get it out again in April. I also love the bike. It's a great ride. Couldn't be happier really. I hope it will stay trouble free for a long time as I am not much of a mechanic and I don't think I could change a clutch :-) It's not a perfect bike, but as for you, it fits me well. I love the power of the boxter engine and the comfort of the ergonomics when I am riding it. Anyway, thanks for the video and keep riding my friend. Dan
If you cut the end of the thumb from a heavy duty black rubber kitchen type glove, you can stretch it over the top of the Keyless Ride switch. It looks really neat, covers the whole switch, and is obviously very flexible, if it deteriorates over time just replace it with the same thing. It's just a little bit cheaper than a new Keyless Ride switch, hahah.
Thank you Tim, I recently bought my 2018 GSA and I was looking for your review I’m excited too take my first trip out of Phoenix. Thank you for an awesome review.
Every bike has a separate shift timing profile and it takes me real time (not just hours) to internalize it so that I shift silently and jerklessly up and down without thinking so much about it. It’s like playing a song you’ve learned. A lot of the skill is now in your hands.
We need more reviews like this.Real world experience racking up alot of miles.Thank you for posting👍👍
Great review Tim. Sometimes things prevent total honesty, but the GS was one of the best bikes I’ve owned. Weight distribution, smooth throttle/ power distribution and just plain nimbleness of the bike are the main reasons. I did switch the stock seat with the tall seat right when I got it but experience the same lack of comfort. I have tried an air hawk but just could never get comfortable with it. (Like the sheep skin though) Tried a friends custom made Sargent for a ride, it felt good but was a short ride. Maybe one of your other followers has more experience on one. The rox anti-vibe risers were a great add, I put them on all my adv bikes. The only other thing I did, that I would swear by, is spend some big $ on upgrading the entire suspension. (Shocks and forks) that was the single best really noticeable improvement I’ve made. I’ll have to look into the clutch, thanks for the tip.
Be well and safe travels my friend! ~B
I replaced the stock seat on my RT with a Sargent...Huge difference. The OEM sears on most bikes are rubbish. Love your channel Tim. My wife and I are definitely ordering your book as we moto-camp a lot. Your materials helped us get through the COVID winter! Be well.
Funny how our butts can be so different. I don’t mind the seat too much on the GS, and the seat on my RT does just fine.
@@luisbraz-ruivo Butts of steel!
If you try an Air Hawk seat pad, just a small puff of air is all you need for comfort. It doesn't deflate on it's own either. Worked for me but the manufacturers put a bright red stripe down the middle of the seat. I have taken a black permanent marker to it and works like a charm (nothing on my bike is red and I don't want to draw attention away from the bike and onto a seat pad).
Try a Cool cover mesh cover (from UK) on your seat. I spent a week in August with one of these on my bike, and it made my ~430 mile daily mileage very manageable. Very breathable cover, but it doesn't detach you from what the bike is doing like an Air Hawk does.
Great honest review. I have the 1250 and love it. Already put 26,000 miles on it and I plan to keep it so I'll probably see 100K. I wish I could get that kind of mileage out of tires. I'm only getting about 6500 miles out of front and rear.
Great review, real-life and honest, I appreciate that!! Ride on bro👍!
Great review
My tyres never last that long.
Best I've had is 5000 on rear.
Great motor to do that many miles trouble free.
Ya know Tim, your book really is for every motorcycle genre... I ride a Harley softtail... but the gear I use, and why and how I use it is for its size, weight, and minimalistic utility. Basic practical and utility. It’s the same gear (mostly) you do... I love to ride, explore, and camp... It’s a book not just for ADV riders... Thanks again for the videos and book. Rand
Thanks!
Every thing I wanted to know about putting a serious amount of miles on mine..
Priceless 👍
Ride safe guys
Best of luck on the next 100K. I am envious you have been able to travel so much. Keep up the wonderful videos
Great review. Totally honest. I think buying new is the way to go if you can afford to. I have had a few secondhand low mile GS and GSA and all had big faults. Still my favourite bike. I now ride an Africa twin DCT.
I just picked up an 05 for scrap price, and have to work on it before it runs. I liked your video review of yours, especially because we seem to have similar riding styles. I can't wait to get out on this thing. Hopefully before the summer ends.
Thanks man, mine is just breaking in at 127K and I feel the same bond. Most of what you said is true by me as well ride free.
Thank you for posting this, really considering a GS as my next ride, and it's nice to know how well they hold up long term.
Russell Day Long seats are great
And if you get a custom seat, put a heating element in it.
I have a 2019 Honda Africa twin and the seat is terrible. I have tried a Corbin AND a saddlman don’t waist your money. That are over priced and junk honesty in my experience. I am currently on the waiting list to have a Russell day long seat built and am super exited to have it dun and back to me so I can try it out!
Just sent my GSA seat pan to them today. Tired of the sore arse!
Great review lots of good insight on the GSA, i have a 2015 now for almost a year and have much to learn about this type of bike,have always rode pavement on Harley Davidson, got tired of pavement so i bought a 650 gs just to try it, loved every minute but at 6' and 200# it just wasn't big enough for me and a week of gear, so i sprang for the big guy...safe travels.
Thanks for taking the time to do this. Was thinking either a GS or Africa Twin. Decided on the Africa Twin w/DCT. Awesome that we have so many great choices.
great review man. so many youtube videos titled reviews are actually first rides / first impressions. this is an ACTUAL review.
Wow !!! a through review after real-time mileage and experience. Not many people have put that many miles on a single motorcycle usually like myself over a lifetime...maybe, maybe not I don't know for sure but certainly not on one bike. Hat's off to you Sir !!!
Really Nice Video, thanks a lot for sharing your experience. What is still blow my mind, is the fact your never change your front brake pad ... It's crazy !
Great Video! Can't wait to put 100k on my vstrom 650xt! I love it and hopefully as reliable as everyone says they are!
Just awesome! I love my R 1250 GSA Triple Black. Best motorcycle platform available today in my opinion.
Only 100K miles? This is just an unboxing video, I was looking for a review, LOL. Haha, awesome review, Tim, think you've definitely got enough experience with that machine to know what you're talking about. Even if a bike was an absolute piece of junk it'd be pretty tough not to feel a solid connection with it after that many miles. So awesome man, love the way you broke everything down. ;)
I commute in Paris. I go through a full set of both front and rear brakes pads in about 8,000 miles! Tyres, on average, at least twice as long
I do know how the French ride!! Just like the Portuguese. Brake pads never last that long for me.
Everything you have gone over is exactly why I bought my Triumph XCX! My Triumph is perfect in every way. Zero defects. The quick shifter is the finest on the planet. Up and Down shifting is unreal.
I have ridden all of the BMW machines and they don't hold a candle to the Tiger 1200 bikes at all. Just ride both and you will see! My Tiger 1200 is amazing. Especially with the the electronic suspension! This bike is sick!
Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences and thoughts.
I have the same version, triple black thanks for a taste of things to come.
This is a great review!! Real world usage and 100K + miles!! Thank you!
A great review for someone that basically lives on his motorcycle!
45k miles on my 2015 GS - Clutch, front shock and final drive have needed replaced, but it has never left me stranded. The final drives have occasionally been issues for the first gen wetheads, but it's about a $600 fix. If your front shock starts leaking, go with a TracTive, for it's about the same price and much better than OEM. I should go for the clutch you mentioned on the next one. I also have a DB Killer-deleted Akrapovic titanium slip on, and it sounds absolutely brutal. I don't mind the seat at all so far, but this is by far the best bike I have ever ridden. It is very worth the price of ownership.
Tim, I've owned a couple of BMW's and ridden quite a few and ALL seats require replacement. That's just the way it is, IMHO of course. Great job
The seats are a huge problem...since forever I think. The short answer is that BMW has made the choice to put a seat on that feels pretty good on the showroom floor and for 10-minute test rides because it helps sell bikes. The real problem is the seat foam is too soft and weak, so it gets over compressed after an hour or so, it lacks resilience, and the aftermarket seats all utilize denser foams to correct this.
Too bad BMW can’t take a clue from certain German shoe manufacturers that understand this phenomenon yet continue to successfully produce and sell shoes that use dense foam midsoles, because those “harder” shoes end up offering better all day foot support. That’s what the seats/our butts need.
Tim: I recently bought a 2015 BMW R1200GS Adventure. I went from a 2014 VStrom DL1000 to the GS. I rode the GS for a couple of months before the Massachusetts winter arrived. It is currently in my garage on a battery tender. I agree with you about the seat. It’s level of discomfort makes me wonder if someone’s brother-in-law at the factory designed it. I found a near new Corbin seat replacement. The replacement replaces both of the stock seats. The plus for me is better comfort and it is made to accommodate a backrest. I just happen to have one in my “stash” of motorcycle stuff. It made all the difference. Just in case you are still looking for a seat, Corbin might be a starting place for you. I like the sheepskin, does it “Really” add comfort. I know you were yanking my yo-yo when you said it increased horsepower. Ride safe, hope to see you one day.... I really enjoy your channel.
Great Review. One question i have. What is the fuel economy in the highway?
You communicate very well and your review was excellent . The BMW twin boxer engine/cylinders are just incredible in all the BMWs.
This guy cuts the crap out best review that watched in full. No crazy stuff simple and clean. 🌹❤️ good luck
Hi Tim- just replaced my Triumph Tiger seat with a Corbin seat and its the best motorcycle seat I’ve ever had- just rode 600 miles and didn’t squirm at all
Yeah the bike is still gorgeous. Excellent down to earth review real world thank you
As I often say "no such thing as the perfect bike but the perfect bike for the right person". Good video and enjoyable.
I have a 2016 R1200GS. Great bikes. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Mid-life crisis and got my bike license at 50. A year later after hating every moment of my Versys 650GT (from the soulless engine note and the awkward gear change to the odd looking cyclops lighting thing, thanks to my OCD...) I bought the bike I wanted from way before I could ride - a GS. Saved hard and took a hit on the trade-in value of the Kwak to get the model I wanted in the condition it needed to be in - a 2015 TE spec with all the options - my only hesitance was it had almost 50k miles on the clock.
Your review gives me all I need to know to reassure me that she's only just run in :D
Good honest review of the bike.
I admire what you have. I have a triumph street tripple and manage to go out an hr every 2 weeks. I have a business to run and a wife with 3 kids.
I would love to just get a bike like that and go off the grid for 3 month.
Everyone always admires what they don't have and don't appreciate what they do have. Think that's a little lesson for myself😊.
I enjoy all your videos and look forward to more.
Safe travels 🙏
I have the same bike, 2015 GS, and fully agree the stock seat is torture. I went with the Sargent world sport seat and love it. Good price and it goes on sale occasionally too.
Shift assist works really well on the 1250. Make sure you choose it if you are selecting options.
Great review! I’m riding the 1200 RT (street only version). Didn’t think you needed to change the cover gasket every time you opened it, at least I don’t do so, and without any leaks.
Nice review. If you are careful you don't have to replace the gaskets everytime you check the valves. The seat will be much more comfortable if you remove the bar risers, you will have to lean forward slightly, exactly as BMW designed the ergonomics, they know what they are doing ;-) I have 2018 model, done 40,000km in 18months.
Thanks for that review, I'm going to find a way to cover up my keyless button now!
I bought a 2015 GSA new here in San Diego and have just over 15k on it - love the bike. I switched my seat to a Seat Concepts single seat and it's been great (and fairly cheap). I've put those seats on every dirt bike that I've owned, they're great.
Every so often, I think about jumping into something different, but then I ride my Fat Pig (I mean that affectionately) and the balance, power and comfort of the thing just brings me back to reality - this is a great ride.
I ride a 17 RGS but im intrigued by the bmw 1250 since I love to moto camp but im not sure about maintenance costs and reliability although 100k+ miles is impressive. I love Harley but im starting to look at other offerings. If you ever find yourself in Nebraska you're welcome here man. I enjoy your content and would love to leave my ratrace life for an adventure such as yours. Take it easy man
Great review Tim, also very personal too, watching you smile as you talk about the pros of your bike, it really shows how much you like her! On side note, can you pls hare the software you use to edit your videos? Thanks in advance and keep it up, you're doing great!! 👍👍
Awesome. I just got my first R1250GS ADVENTURER and did my first 1000 mile BAJA TRIP. I already experienced strong winds, and heavy rain and my bike was just cruising along.
No final drive/drive shaft issues? That's amazing. Great attitude for ownership of any bike: accept it for what it is!!
An excellent review Tim.
IMO you were spot on in all areas, especially the seat. WTF are they thinking in Berlin when the send the GS/GSA out with those seats?
Keep up the great reviews.
This review is miles ahead of any other GS review. I am a owner. Right at 70,000 miles. The seat kicked my a$$ every one of those miles. Got a new one. Gotta subscribe to this guy's channel.👍
100,000 miles. Dear lord my man that’s some achievement. Bravo and thanks for sharing your thoughts. I for one appreciate your efforts. Great channel !
Love your book Tim! Awesome, informative, comprehensive, complete work on Motocamping! Every enthusiast should own your book! Rand
Thanks Rand!
Honest review with all the good and bad points spot on. Overall, the best all rounder I have owned.
Great honest review. Please note that you do not need to replace the gaskets when you check your valves. They just need to be cleaned with a rag or paper towel and put back on the bike.
That was an awesome review of a real world example of what they can really do.
I have a 2022 1250 GSA, and I can relate to the seat. After about 2 hours my "baggage" goes absolutely NUMB !!!!!!! It literally frightens me sometimes !!!! But I bought it to keep it. I want to know how many Triumph's and Ducati's go 100,000 miles or better ....... I bet, not many ....... Great video !!!!!! 🙂
I ADDED GEL INSERT TO MY VALKYRIE....BEST THING I EVER DID FOR COMFORT...
Fantastic review! I’m stunned by the fact you’ve never changed front brake pads! Amazing!
As you can see from my past comments, I am catching up (for some reason I am not getting notified). As you may recall, I have the GSA and absolutely think it's the best bike I have ever owned. Admittedly, I can ride the GS faster, I think it's a mental thing with the smaller tank. However, I like doing miles and the added gas is a blessing. Cody will tell you I can ride the beast off-road, but maybe not as well on the BDR like you both. My gripe is how how they run hot in warm weather during a climb (220 just seems too high to me). I'd buy another in a heartbeat once I pay off all the farkles on this one, lol.
Great video, by far the best bike ever built. I’ll never sell my 1200GS, will look forward to seeing mine roll over 100k