2024 BMW F900 GS First Ride Review

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  • @magaudion
    @magaudion 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +37

    Your timing is impeccable! I was just posting on a GS forum that the 900GS was now the nicest GS by after the launch of the hideous 1300 GSA when you plop this one out !

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Glad you approve!

    • @thebrowns5337
      @thebrowns5337 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      plop...lol

    • @EarthKuma
      @EarthKuma 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I totally agree with you. Best bike bmw released this year

    • @michael-masi-2021
      @michael-masi-2021 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Please keep piling hate onto the looks of that bike (1300 GSA) at every opportunity, I want to buy one new from the dealer for pennies when they can't sell them. I'm here in Thailand where they are made. How low can we go. I like the looks. Love the tank actually. The beak is shit but I won't see that while riding. To me it's a Judge Dredd bike. With a beak... Haha

  • @IanTed
    @IanTed 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    Another great c.900 adventure bike, so many good ones now and it’s all you need for most UK riding.

  • @WainwrightWalksWiaLocalLad
    @WainwrightWalksWiaLocalLad 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    The best GS by far, I owned an 800GS and it was amazingly competent both off road and on. The engine when maintained correctly is one of the most reliable out there!

  • @gmer16402
    @gmer16402 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    ¨Piss pot brake reservoir¨ … nice one sir 😂😂😂

    • @seaninness334
      @seaninness334 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      What we've all been thinking, right?

  • @tjroelsma
    @tjroelsma 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +24

    Almost €18,000 over here in the Netherlands for the base F900 GS...... wow. Take the Adventure and you're at €20,000 and when you add some extra's in the configurator, you'll end up at €23,000 or more. I like BMW's and although they never were cheap, their prices have now become quite exorbitant. I suspect our government having a chronical hole in their budget, adding 20% BPM BEFORE adding 21% VAT bumps up the price quite a bit. And yes, that's the customer paying taxes ON taxes, something governments swear will never happen but quite openly do.

    • @LasseJOugaard
      @LasseJOugaard 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      Send a happy thought to us in Denmark then. We have 150-180% tax on all cars and bikes. The cheapest entry-level F900GS is €27.000 here. If you want the fancy suspension, you're looking at 33-35.000... 😅

    • @hectorshouse7348
      @hectorshouse7348 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      Wow that’s expensive…beating the U.K. on rip off prices is quite an achievement

    • @camberwellcarrot420
      @camberwellcarrot420 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      Do I need to point out that voting matters?

    • @ceesklumper
      @ceesklumper 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      In April I bought a very nice, clean F800ST with 11K miles for only $2,300. Good for another 20 years. Nobody ever needs to buy new; buy one that is a couple or more years old with low miles. You'll save 80%.

    • @jimtitt3571
      @jimtitt3571 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      €13,500 for the base model and €14,750 for the Adventure in Germany, maybe try voting in a different government next time.

  • @JezNashMusic
    @JezNashMusic 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Cracking review, Andy! Looks like a really great bike!

  • @shadowred1980
    @shadowred1980 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    I think the middle weight section is more exciting than the big stuff. I'm biased though owning an 890 adventure. 150 mile round trip to the coast last weekend and the green lanes round here. It's the most versatile bike I've owned.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I agree - middleweight is where it's at....

  • @hakankillberg6043
    @hakankillberg6043 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Great bike but nothing beats my Triumph 900 GT Pro by looks.

  • @boostaholic7116
    @boostaholic7116 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Nice review Andy safe to say the weather hasn't changed from spring to summer! It's absolutely hammering down with rain as I'm watching this! Definitely no hosepipe bans this year! 🤣

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Very depressing isn’t it - chucking it down here too…

  • @franciscarabini7660
    @franciscarabini7660 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Top notch video brother.thanks

  • @dankorolyk5917
    @dankorolyk5917 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nicely done review

  • @bjrnhjjakobsen2174
    @bjrnhjjakobsen2174 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Really nice review Sir👍🏻

  • @IanSixbikes-by6ei
    @IanSixbikes-by6ei 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great to see you testing the F900 GS, I took one out for a test ride recently and was truly impressed, looks great , handles really well, was light and extremely easy to ride , only down side was when I had the dealer "spec' it up to how I wanted it the cost got a bit 'salty' however the 900GS is now top of the list for my next new bike purchase.

  • @aidenscott71
    @aidenscott71 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Love the look of that bike. In that colour as well.

  • @OntarioAndrews415
    @OntarioAndrews415 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Nice ride. Nice review. Handsome bike.
    Around the 7:24 mark - that bar you can mount your navigation if you want to go down the "route". I see what you did there. A play on words. Very clever you. LOL :)

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Well spotted! I wish it had been intentional!!!

  • @brettskolmen
    @brettskolmen 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for your review Andy, my impressions were similar when I test rode one at the launch in SA. Standouts for me coming from an F850 is the improved engine responsiveness and the very slick quickshifter. I’m very tempted to get one.

  • @martiniv8924
    @martiniv8924 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    A much better prospect for your adventures !

  • @darrengibbons7588
    @darrengibbons7588 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Best looking new GS yet!!!! BMW havn,t completely lost there way . 😊

  • @gatisspetersonss
    @gatisspetersonss 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Had a lovely 850gs since 2019, bought it new. Thought would never ever apart from it. Lovely ride, did 20k km. Then I did a mistake. Took 900gs for a test ride. Next day I sold my 850gs and bought max specs 900gs and love it very much!

  • @johnrimmer5812
    @johnrimmer5812 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Cheers TMF.

  • @rogereverett9095
    @rogereverett9095 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Yes , test road at the launch, and spent maybe a week on it at ors. Love it, definitively more of a bike for an adventure than the 1300adv !!. Having owned 800 gs and gsa is very familiar and chain is really not a problem. Only thing i can see make it perfection would be a shaft !! Keeping my 1250 gs trophy for the rest of this season, but definitely possibilty fir 2025.

  • @williamhudson3208
    @williamhudson3208 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for the 900 review. Well timed. Thinking of buying a T7 so this comparison is really relevant. Thanks. William.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      My pleasure!

    • @Jonathan-L
      @Jonathan-L 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      My pick would be a T7 with the road tyres.

    • @mgreenesco9955
      @mgreenesco9955 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The T7 is going to be half the price of the beeemer. My guess is the bmw will be a far better on road bike with offroad similar between them.
      I have tiger 900rp very happy with it.

  • @dshave62
    @dshave62 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I have had mine for about a month now with the enduro pack. Great little bike 👍

  • @tommygunadam
    @tommygunadam 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Rode the exact same bike as this on Friday, when my 1250gs was in for a service. I owned an F900xr for two years before the 1250gs, so familiar with the engine. Agree with most of what’s said here but wouldn’t be going round the world on that seat. It’s ok for a wee while but clearly is for off road as per the design. Worth saying the quick shifter on this bike was super slick compared with the 1250gs. Suspension on the 900gs seemed pretty stiff compared to the 1250. Both on road mode. It was a very windy day and my 1250 with an MRA screen wins for wind protection. The 900 did seem very tall compared to my standard height 1250 with seat in the low position. I’m 179cm. Got back on the 1250 and immediately felt at home, feels much more stable. I’ll stick with the 1250.

  • @Bobby-wn5yr
    @Bobby-wn5yr 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    This one’s been interesting me for a while tbh. It looks cracking.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      So much better than its big brothers!!!

  • @billcotton1551
    @billcotton1551 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice to see BMW trimming this model down. Kind of reminds me of the first F800 GS bikes.

  • @JordyBash
    @JordyBash 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Done 1200 mile on mine now specced it with the road Tyres,Dynamic package (quickshifer blipper, rider modes) cruise control and standard suspension ,its a great all round bike from weekend blasts with your pals semi long rides to commuting to work, even abit of green laning. Handles and holds a line very well with the 21inch front im impressed.. more than enough poke for UK roads. Ive removed rear pillion pegs as they do get in the way a touch if you want to stand up. All in all great bike if you want to do abit of everything. Seat is a tad hard and narrow comparing to my dads 1250gsa but its still comfortable enough and plenty of room to move around on. A bit pricey compared to its rivals but i think its worth it..

  • @johnDukemaster
    @johnDukemaster 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Now you're on to something mr Flyer! And in this beautiful colour! So sleak! This is the bike. Same pricelevel as KTM 890 Adventure and the Triumph Tiger 900 GT here in Denmark.
    Thank you mr Flyer!

  • @troygalbraith625
    @troygalbraith625 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Enjoyed my test ride on the 900 much more than the 1300, can’t believe how much they’ve improved from the old 800

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Well it was 16 years ago the 800 was launched so that's a wile to make improvements.

  • @ronrussell1652
    @ronrussell1652 3 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Nice review Andy. I'm hoping your going to try the new F800GS as well. I tried one briefly and really enjoyed it. Plus it was a lowered version so I could get my feet flat on the ground!

  • @billreynolds2221
    @billreynolds2221 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You are right about How blessed we ate as riders today. I was riding when the original zed 900 came out and thought motorcycle engines would never need to be larger. Now we consider a 900 to be small. Strange times indeed.

  • @lifesjourneyat50
    @lifesjourneyat50 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    One of my gang I ride with just bought this bike with the ENDURO pkg and loves it...we've ridden heavy off road with it and performs excellent....some quirky things like he broke a turn signal and the brake and other turn signal stopped working....so seems odd BMW would only have one relay switch for all the rear lights. He been GSA rider for years and on the 2016 GS Trophy team USA....he loves the bike and I may get one as well...nice review as always - just wish the gas tank had more capacity another gallon would have been nice.

  • @nigelsride
    @nigelsride 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great review Andy, I opted for the F900GSA and just love it, comfy, and has all the gadgets. It is a little heavy, but I'm use to that now, rides a dream like sitting in a arm chair . 900cc is ample for me 😊 I just love it. I would love you to review the GSA and hear your thoughts 👍

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes I wouldn’t mind a go on one….

    • @dungbeetle.
      @dungbeetle. 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Does the GSA have cruise control?

    • @nigelsride
      @nigelsride 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Hi yes mine does. I'm sure it's standard along with heated grips. I upgraded to the pro pack which was good value

  • @constantinosschinas4503
    @constantinosschinas4503 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    That exhaust box thing just before the akrapovic screams "remove me".

    • @Jonathan-L
      @Jonathan-L 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      8:27 ... I paused the video and it actually looks like it's been in a sideways collision. Ugly a.f.

  • @n22pdf
    @n22pdf 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great review dude.. lovely looking specially compared to the a new GSA 😊 Pete

  • @mikees60
    @mikees60 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Oooh that off centre join line at the back of the tank is doing my OCD head in.

  • @makomadeira5799
    @makomadeira5799 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    What a purposeful and lovely looking bike! Much better looking than that hideous new big GS.....And you can really use this for a long trips in all conditions. Thanks for another top review!

  • @dennisthorhalvorsen7168
    @dennisthorhalvorsen7168 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I think the new 900GS is a stunning bike!

  • @MrEtnorb
    @MrEtnorb 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Here in Australia the 14.5L tank isn’t going to cut it. We need at least 20L due to the distances. Pity about no cruise control.

  • @erikversteeg8802
    @erikversteeg8802 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

    Looks so much better than the new 1300

    • @loddude5706
      @loddude5706 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      So does Wall-E ! : )

  • @stephenbaron5681
    @stephenbaron5681 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    In the USA the F900 GSA Rider Pro Package has keyless start and cruise control. Sounds like a great bike.

  • @michaelmclarney1994
    @michaelmclarney1994 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Great first review on this Andy, a definite alternative to the base model africa twin. It would be interesting if you could do a comparison of both bikes please, if thats something that interests you?

  • @thepeakybiker
    @thepeakybiker 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I’ve test rode this bike a few times and for this is the better option for people who want to do on road an off road bike

    • @maxflight777
      @maxflight777 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Nope ! That is not an off road bike !

    • @thepeakybiker
      @thepeakybiker 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@maxflight777 it’s a 50/50 bike mate check out @motology he use to race off road see what he says

  • @tomg8636
    @tomg8636 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice review Andy, as ever! Hope your shoulder is doing ok now?

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I wish! Another operation is on the cards M’fraid…..

    • @tomg8636
      @tomg8636 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TheMissendenFlyer sad times sir

  • @liminal-m3g
    @liminal-m3g 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I would go for the 'middle-weight' bike in this category every time - bigger is not always better. I look at this bike and can imagine having fun riding it, I don't get the same feeling looking at the new 1300 GS.

  • @johnalbone3372
    @johnalbone3372 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fantastic bike took one out on a test ride from Bahnstormer and again at tge ABR festival I've had several F700/800/750 GSs but will keep my 750GS for now as its a better touring bike

  • @garyhope0103
    @garyhope0103 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Definitely a bike in the mid size adventure range that I'm a fan of. So many great bikes in this range, I'd say it would purely come down to brand royalty and looks.

  • @ragerider6283
    @ragerider6283 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Interesting review & bike. Seems like a decent package. Looks pretty good & quite sleak too. Not sure about the colour but I could see it growing on me. Got a hint of police bike about it maybe.

    • @Jonathan-L
      @Jonathan-L 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I'm suddenly craving a liquorice allsort :) (in green, black & red!).

  • @FourIntoOne
    @FourIntoOne 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    The thinking mans adventure bike from BMW. The bigger newer GS/GSA 1300's are basically just loaded touring bikes now (and have been for years actually)

    • @jjnewman65
      @jjnewman65 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Agreed. Much more manageable off road.

  • @jefflambert8603
    @jefflambert8603 19 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I was Watching the BMW F 900R
    Race Series at Snetterton on Quest
    Sunday (Same Engine )
    Very Entertaining it was a Wet Race

  • @MikeNoble
    @MikeNoble 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hate to give up my 310gs but that looks tempting.

  • @ianross225
    @ianross225 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Andy, great review that covers most bases. The weight saving is presumably enhanced by the loss of fuel capacity which, at 15 litres is far below the competition. The tank may well be made of plastic but its bulk implies more than that. With over an imperial gallon less than, say, the KTM 890 or Tiger 900 that’s a major negative for me from a refuelling frequency perspective and range if in far flung places. It’s one thing I miss about my old GSA and Africa Twin both having a real world 300 miles plus. On a like for like basis (middle weight adventure bikes) the Tiger 900 offers more not least protection from drops. The BMW looks very vulnerable especially the exhaust from low slung headers to the silencer which sticks out as all seems to do. Having ridden 4,200 miles in the US last month on a KTM 690 Enduro accompanied by my old buddy on a 2020 Tiger 900 I’d pick these as the do it all bikes with off and on road bias respectively. Cheers, Ian

  • @JoseSanchez-ht4cc
    @JoseSanchez-ht4cc 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    By the time you got to Marlow bridge you had me very interested as a potential gsa replacement

  • @TheSizzlingBadger
    @TheSizzlingBadger 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I sat on a Rallye version a couple of weeks ago and was very impressed, it has the higher spec suspension and cruise control. I went back to test ride I, but it had sold. I'm seriously considering this to replace my 2018 R1200GS.

  • @daveclarkson5519
    @daveclarkson5519 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I think this is a viable option now for anyone who comes to the end of a PCP deal and wants to stick with a bmw (that’s under warranty so don’t want to buy at the end). Cheers Andy - aptly timed video after yesterdays antics on the web 😊

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yes that was entirely by chance - I had no clue the GSA was going to be launched yesterday until the day before!

  • @samhill3496
    @samhill3496 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    All points indicate good bike. Looks great even in yellar. Good vid on a we slick day. Let the boys clean it up. Next time. Man that's a lot of water in the streams. My adventure camping mates say they couldn't go for many days because of it.

  • @sootylum
    @sootylum 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Reminds me of the V-Strom, light good power and handles well.

  • @peterdane9138
    @peterdane9138 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    More practical than the big one.

  • @_hold_the_line_
    @_hold_the_line_ 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Imagine this bike with an 18L fuel tank. It would be great. Hopefully the aftermarket will make one.

  • @singhkrishanu
    @singhkrishanu 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I 100% agree. This feels a much better world traveller than the 1300 GS/GSA.

    • @janw4725
      @janw4725 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Depends what size you are , for me 900 is to small

    • @KikoBW7
      @KikoBW7 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      This literally has 1.5 seat, so forget 2 up travelling. Also, the wind buffeting you get with this bike is the worst I’ve ever experienced. It’s really easy to ride and very smooth, but it’s more like a giant dirt bike than a mile crusher unfortunately…

    • @nielsmeer
      @nielsmeer 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      World traveler in the sense of Long Way Round, I’d take this over my bigger boxer GSA any day. And compared to the new fugly 1300GSA, this looks amazing. If your idea of world traveling is doing iron butts on highways, this may not be ideal, but there the Goldwing, or an RT or even a cruiser may be better. But if you want to be able to explore all the nooks & crannys of your travels, a real ADV bike like this may be perfect. Nearly 80lbs lighter than my R1200GSA and over 100lbs lighter than the new R1300GSA, this is svelte.

    • @sgtunix
      @sgtunix 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@janw4725 How tall are you and how much do you weigh? I also found the 900 a bit small. Figured it could be fixed with lowering the pegs.

  • @matthewcocker4940
    @matthewcocker4940 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Will you be riding the road focused one? Whatever number that is now. Good review as always.👍

  • @Hooner77
    @Hooner77 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another great review. For a guy who doesn't go off-road you seem to be testing the off-road models lately. If you add the Premium and Enduro Packages you will have more electronics and cruise control. The only knock I have against it is the pitiful 3.8 gal (14.4 liter). All of its competition is running 5.3 gal (20 liter) Tanks. Of course, BMW has a solution. Get the F900 GS Adventure. It comes with class leading 6-gal (22.7 liter) tank. If you're going around the world it would be the better bike for that trip. For me since my adventures are all on tarmac the 2024 800 GS would be my choice.

  • @neilhutton1528
    @neilhutton1528 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great review as always. I love this bike but am concerned about tank range. I have had a 1200GS and currently a 1250 GSA. Whilst I do not need the range of the GSA a few more litres would have been the seller for me.

  • @davidz8
    @davidz8 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice review, I sat on a 900 GSA at the ABR and it seems a well thought out bike, and it is a supermodel compared to the 1300 GSA

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The 900 GSA is really no different from the 850 GSA except for the engine. And it's incredibly heavy probably 10kg more than the new 1300

  • @Themotograndpa
    @Themotograndpa 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Think the 900 gs range might become there best seller soon Andy Swast them the ABR very nice bikes👍

  • @mehulygohil
    @mehulygohil 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Still love the 850 and shall miss it! This one gets the headlamps straight from the 310 series. :D

  • @charlesforrester6287
    @charlesforrester6287 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great review as ever, interested to hear how you think it compares with the tiger 900 you also reviewed recently, any favourite??

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Both great - if I had to choose I’d take the bmw (marginally) as the Triumph is too tall for me…but I may change my mind tomorrow!!

  • @TheScortUK
    @TheScortUK 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Looks great - very supermoto looking at the rear, if it had a 17" front wheel option, it would still look great

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      If someone wanted a 17" front wheel they are probably better off with a f900xr

  • @Alex_mkII
    @Alex_mkII 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It's just incredible how much better this thing looks than the new 1300 Adventure

  • @disfiguringthegoddes
    @disfiguringthegoddes 18 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Interesting bike. The front end reminds me a bit of the honda nc750x.

  • @rd250dx1978
    @rd250dx1978 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I read your small print items 1 to 12, and will take the compliment of item 11.

  • @VolkswagenGamer
    @VolkswagenGamer 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    If you took the badge off, I would have reckoned it's a Transalp. The fit and finish looks excellent though

  • @specialcircs
    @specialcircs 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +17

    Wish it had shaft drive - if it did I'd be in!

    • @maxflight777
      @maxflight777 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      you are an idiot ! Modern chains are better and more efficient than shafts

    • @ceesklumper
      @ceesklumper 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Or belt drive, like most of the 800 series had

    • @michael-masi-2021
      @michael-masi-2021 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@ceesklumperbelt drive, like even my Yamaha NMAX 160cc scooter has. Why can't they give us what we want....

    • @michael-masi-2021
      @michael-masi-2021 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah shaft drive would be enough to make me consider something like the 1300 GSA one day when I master riding a bigger bike.

    • @Yelwas
      @Yelwas 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@specialcircs to my understanding only BMW has shaft drive ADV bikes, maybe Triumph did one. So what's the problem with a chain, it surly is the industry standard for bikes no matter what type.

  • @MoHogany1
    @MoHogany1 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    'piss-pot reservoir' - 😁that's funny, but I agree. Appreciate the honest review. Think I'll stick with the 850 adventure.

  • @johnlenart597
    @johnlenart597 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Larger is not always better. I hane a 310 GS and love it. Not peppy like my R1250RS but still brings smiles and praise from strangers. Depending on my mood, even my 20 hp Classic 350 is a great all day ride. "Nice" to have variety in the garage. If I could only have 1 bike my choice would be a mid size bike. Center stand? 👍👍

    • @GadgetMart
      @GadgetMart 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I’ve never once had praise, comments or complements on my GS.
      Infact I’m lucky if I get a nod

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Aww, which one do you have?

    • @GadgetMart
      @GadgetMart 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TheMissendenFlyer R1150GS
      I’ve just rebuilt the engine (snapped the exhaust studs, badly corroded).
      Won’t be too long until it’s running again.
      32,000 miles the engines like new, still has the cross hatching on the bores.
      You’re welcome to ride it for the channel when it’s done.

    • @johnlenart597
      @johnlenart597 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TheMissendenFlyer the Halcyon Green Classic 350., also the Rocker Red Continental 650 GT. Love them both.

  • @siraff4461
    @siraff4461 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Imagine if this was another £1000 but had all the bells and whistles - adjustable screen, all the electronics and shaft drive.
    Its a shame they don't give you all the stuff until you go for the massive bike a lot of people don't really need/want.

  • @ceesklumper
    @ceesklumper 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I bought an (2007) F800ST after having tried a (2008) R1200RT; I find the lighter F800 more than adequate and a lot more fun to ride. I did not like the 1200 in city traffic and lane splitting: way too big, heavy, laborious. The F800 feels light, nimble, and is VERY fast, with only 85 HP but that's all you really need.

  • @ramonbostic
    @ramonbostic 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That bike is the sweet spot! I've had 3 boxer GS's and 2 800GS's and the 800's were so much better for me in the real world. This bike looks WAY better than the 1300ADV, in my opinion! We cannot discount the value of looking back at your bike with a smile, when you walk away from it! HaHaHa!!!

  • @constantinosschinas4503
    @constantinosschinas4503 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Tank capacity seems low. 3 to 6 litres more would not hurt. It is a touring bike after all.

  • @xfactor5876
    @xfactor5876 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice review. This is a bike I have been waiting for the review. Unfortunately, the local dealer wants between $16K and $17K US dollars, plus about $2500 in freight, set up, build, doc fees, bumper stickers, and whatever else they can soak you for. Likely to be north of $20K out the door which takes me right out of the market. Oh well.

  • @akepettersson4847
    @akepettersson4847 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Andy ; did you see Adam Riemann from Australia at the ABR ?
    He test drove this GS model in his backyard and he was very positive.
    This one is more clever than the 1300 GS / A.

  • @sambagogo777
    @sambagogo777 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    "São Paolo yellow" or for those with functioning eyesight it's more like lime green!

  • @ashishgosain1064
    @ashishgosain1064 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is not yet launched here in India, but I am thinking of getting this one for daily riding and long touring instead of the big GS as I do not have a heavy build I think this would suit me best. It's cheaper & easier to manage than bigger GS, the only issue I can sense is with the seat height as I am not very tall.

  • @randomcol1378
    @randomcol1378 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great review as always TMF, this or the Tiger 900?🤔

  • @free2chasehappy
    @free2chasehappy 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I wish BMW would come out with a R800 or R900 GS. That would be amazing, but Im afraid they won’t because it would inevitably take sales away from the R1300GS

  • @aps-pictures9335
    @aps-pictures9335 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Compared to yesterday and the 1300GSA - this is still an off-road bike 😂. The colours make it look a bit like an ambulance. Looks purposeful and enduro like you say, great fun! And cheaper! But I’d miss the power on road…

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It's 105hp this bike is probably a rocket on the road.

    • @aps-pictures9335
      @aps-pictures9335 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@chrishart8548 Depends what you’re coming from! My BMW r1250r is 136hp and 143 Nm (vs this near 105). Since that’s my baseline, I think I’d miss the power on the road (especially lower speed acceleration). But equally, you don’t need more power than this GS for off-road, and my bike weighs too much to be useful..
      An excuse for another bike, aye!

  • @KelvinChilvers
    @KelvinChilvers 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good review - what do you think as a daily ride?

  • @robinireland810
    @robinireland810 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    With only 14ltrs in the tank, you’re going to struggle on your “round the world” trip.
    Surely an adventure bike should be carrying at least 20ltrs to warrant such a moniker?
    So, ditch one of the panniers for a Jerrycan I’d suggest.

  • @stanschloesser6725
    @stanschloesser6725 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great content as always.ways. Would you consider buying this bike if you never take it off road?

  • @neilwells68
    @neilwells68 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Well, this might divide opinions. Went for Tiger Rally Pro. Found the GS to be really uncomfortable. That seat would kill you after a while. You spec it up to its rivals, and in true BMW fashion, it gets really expensive.

  • @gazzertrn
    @gazzertrn 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wonder if the pillion seat is uncomfertable like the front , for two up touring .
    I suppose you can get those padded strap on seat thingies .

  • @nogamenolife705
    @nogamenolife705 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    This looks much nicer than the 1300.

  • @siraff4461
    @siraff4461 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It seems strange to me they don't just make a version of the GS but at this scale. I think we all know that "self cleaning" chain just means it gets replaced at every service. A shaft would make a lot more sense for the vast majority of people's use cases for this and modern shaft systems can be very light/efficient. A boxer would also drop the centre of gravity so while it may be no lighter it would certainly feel it when manouvering - again something people looking at one of these would love and part of the reason the GS is so popular.
    I think what I'm getting at is there's nothing wrong with this but its not like they're making big efforts to break new ground.
    Does its price make up for that? For not far off £13k with options I'm not sure. Its one of those bikes thats an ok package but not an outstanding one.
    Remember people walking into a dealer are faced with this and a GS. The GS is going to have much better residuals and overall ownership costs aren't going to be miles apart - especially when the service costs are doubled for a chain you wouldn't have needed if you'd looked after it properly.
    Since most of them are really after a touring bike but think they need something that will run the Dakar - even when they will only leave the road to get to a campsite - it makes the much larger, more powerful and probably comfy GS seem like the easy choice. Especially if you're going to be two up a lot of the time.
    Of course thats all stuff (apart from power) that the old GS was better at than the new one anyway so my take on this is if you want an F900 buy a couple of year old GS instead. I think...

  • @flatcapcaferacer
    @flatcapcaferacer 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Back in 1997ish BMW tried a plastic tanks, but they found the ethanol in the U.S. fuels at the time would bubble the tank and blister the paint. I remember that happened to bikes once serviced would bubble on the showroom. BMW replaced the plastic tanks with metal ones so hopefully they corrected that problem. Moto Guzzi and Ducati had similar problems with their plastic tanks.

    • @Hooner77
      @Hooner77 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      KTM has been using plastic tanks on its adventure, dual sport and dirt bikes for years and show no problems with using the ethanol fuels in the U.S. In fact, almost all manufactures use plastic tanks on their dirt and dual sport bikes. And on other adventure bikes as well.

  • @KimmoJaskari
    @KimmoJaskari 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I'd definitely rather have this than the big GS. This, or indeed an Africa Twin - bikes that actually at least pay lip service to the idea of going off road.

  • @a13bkd62
    @a13bkd62 4 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Great review and nice bike but for me, BMW need to junk the chain for a shaft. Cheers

  • @w00t-w00t
    @w00t-w00t วันที่ผ่านมา

    Does it compare favourably with the 1200GS or would you still rather have the older boxer?

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      Close call - I think the boxer wins.....but it is close

  • @johnalbone3372
    @johnalbone3372 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I would like to see BMW add cruise control and a minimum 17lt fuel tank
    I have the M Sport chain on my 750GS and at 6000 miles have not had to adjust or lube it

  • @norbert_engel
    @norbert_engel 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Lovely review as ever:) I currently own a 1250GSA, but actually always preferred mid-weight bikes (just had to own the OG at some point)😬
    P.S. Baby GS? Surely that’s the 310GS?👀

  • @_Archambaud
    @_Archambaud 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    👍