New 2023 BMW R1250 GS S3 E17
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ก.พ. 2023
- Season 3 Riding from Michigan in the United States to Ushuaia Argentina Solo on a BMW R1250 GS Motorcycle alone with no support, no timeline, no agenda.. just riding the local backroads and seeing the sites. Come join me on this EpicTime2Go Journey.
The plan was to lower the suspension on the BMW R1250 GS Adventure, but the cost was too much so I went with a new BMW R1250 GS to continue the journey on.
In this video I will explain the difference between the BMW GS and GS Adventure Models as well I will review the accessories I use on a long distance EpicTime2Go Tours.
Picked Up a New BMW R1250 GS Low Suspension
Now Back to Mexico and farther down... Let the Adventure Continue
I discovered your channel recently while researching my next motorcycle adventure. Great to see Jeff and the guys at sembmw get some airtime - I’m in Michigan and bought my gs there too, great guys. I’m inspired by your courage and willingness to seek adventure. Most people talk about it but never do it - keep doing it!!!!
Much appreciated! Thank you for your comment. I will continue to do this and post content I really appreciate people like you that give feedback. Have an Awesome Day and Make it the Greatest Day of Your Life! Safe Travels
Congrats. They are a great dealer to work with. Jeff is top notch.
Yes they are! Have a Great Day!
A year ago, I was back and forth in the dealer showroom from GSA to GS. I went in for the GSA, but left with the GS. Although I am sure I would have gotten used to the GSA, the GS just felt “right” to me. Plus I do a lot of my short range riding and more sporting riding without the panniers, and I just like the cleaner look and lighter weight of the Vario setup without the frames. Not as rugged, but with the spoked wheels and crash bars, well suited for my needs. Enjoy your new ride. Love the Trophy livery. Mine is the 40th Anniversary with the “1250” down the tank like yours but in yellow on black. I really like the look of yours.
Congrats on your ride, the GS is an Awesome Bike for having fun on both short rides or long adventures. You made a great choice. Safe travels and have an Awesome Day!
Great choice! I love my low GS. Safe riding!!
Thank you and safe travels as well and Make this the Greatest Day of Your Life!
Wow this will be a really exiting trip!. The GS is ofcourse a great bike for this adventure..
Thank you for your comment - The GS is AWESOME. Have a Phenomenal Day!
Love it nice job god bless safe travels
Thank you! You too! Have a Phenomenal Day!
As someone who owned GS and GSA, both models and both suspensions, I like the Low suspension better. With the GSA, I never filled up the Tank. It was a total overkill for my type of riding. Why carry all that weight? On the GS, I replaced the screen with a Puig for $100. It is larger and wider screen. Even on the GSA, I had a little wind deflector for less buffeting. It all depends how tall you are. Love the new color a lot! Congrats! Have safe travels.
Which colour do u prefer? The Trophy or the Triple Black?
Thank you for your comment - Lower suspension is the best for me thanks for the suggestion on the windscreen. Have an Awesome Day!
I love both colors you cant go wrong with either. Have a Phenomenal Day!
Congratulations to your new GS. Was close buying same one, the Trophy Version, but no heated seats it’s a no from me so I went with the Multistrada V4S.
You pick the right place to have your new toy. Jeff he is awesome guy , I hav my all four BMW motorcycles from this dealer.
Jeff is great! Have a Phenomenal Day!
Congrats on the new bike!! That GS Trophy colorway looks amazing. My wife and I have a GSA that will turn 3 in a couple months. Looks just like your Big Blue that you traded in. Also love the Mosko Moto bags. Run those bags with the BMW aluminum top box.
Have fun (which you're obviously doing), ride safe.
Thank you for your comment Loved Big Blue and the color - the new color is nice... the Mosko Moto Bags are Awesome! Ride safe and have fun too and Make it the Greatest Day of Your Life!
That's a beauty! New GS rumored to have dynamic suspension lowering like the Harley....dropping height when you come to a stop.
That would be great! Have an Awesome Day!
When you went in the backroom I thought that looks like my dealership. Turns out it is the dealership I went to and the same salesperson. I am a lot less adventurous, I have a CE 04.
Thank you for the comment - Is the CE 04 fun to ride as it looks super Awesome! Have a Fantastic Day! Safe Travels and Enjoy the Ride!
Had to subscribe, I've been using this handle since the 90's
Thank you have a Phenomenal Day!
Top tip if you don’t mind me mentioning this.. you don’t need music on your video when you are talking, the levels are way out and you can’t hear you very well. It’s also annoying.
I worked for the BBC 25 years and this is/was the most common complaint.
People listen to you on iPhones, iPads etc and the reproductive speakers are not the best.
Other than that really like the content and I can see it’s a lot of work you put in. Keep it up!
Thank you I will change that moving forward really appreciate your input. Have a Phenomenal Day!
Hey Robert! Congrats on the new GS! We appreciate you choosing our dealership and hope to see you again soon! Safe travels!
Thanks! Will do! Appreciate the comment have an Awesome Day and Make Every Day a Ride!
I just got myself a 2023 low suspension gsa trophy edition it’s great in Arizona
Awesome! Have Fun Enjoy the Ride!
Congrats on your new bike!! Sad to see the big blue go. It was that particular colour that inspired me to buy the gsa. Unfortunately the 2022 model didn’t have the same colour as yours. I got mine with the lower suspension and I can understand when you talk about stability. It works a treat. Best wishes.
I loved the color of Big Blue - Wish I could have got the same color. Have an Awesome Day and enjoy your Ride!
Thank you
I love gs
I live korea😊
I do too Have a Phenomenal Day!
@EpicTime2Go Thank you~^^
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Congratulation for your new bike.
Thank you so much 😀for your Comment and have an Awesome Day!
Congrats..love the new color. I thought that the gs gave me a more comfy seating position then the GSA. That combined with that its easier to handle offroad made it an easy choice. I do like the beafy look of the GSA though. Got a -21 1250gs rallye
Thanks for the comment - I also like the riding position Have a Phenomenal Day!
I had been contemplating what bag I am going to get. This video sealed it..... MOSKO Moto it is....
You made an Awesome Choice you will Love the bags. Have Fun and have a Phenomenal Day!
Something that might be useful is a Eastbound, bike winch, it lifts a bike weighing over 300kg,I am getting 1 this year, hopefully, have a look on TH-cam, really good safety idea 😁
WOW! I never knew this sort of device ever existed. That is a super great idea! Thanks for sharing and have an Awesome Day!
Love the bike
I'm waiting 6 months to see what the new GS is like .
Good luck
Im sure the new GS will be Amazing as the current one is Fantastic! Have a Phenomenal Day!
Nice combo. Soft side bags, aluminum top box.
Agreed! Its the way to set up the Bike have an Awesome Day!
Love the bike I have a new trophy also, Only difference is I opted for gold wheels . Still waiting on the led upgrade as it came new with the halogen due to supply. I personally prefer the gs over the gsa due to a smaller bike I don’t need the extra mileage I generally prefer to get off before 300 miles+ anyway.
I feel the same about the GS... Have a Phenomenal Day!
Nice bike I’m gonna wait for 1300 to come out
Make everyday a ride! Have a Phenomenal Day!
Nice review and parts selection. Just picked up my new GSA. I’m planning to order soft panniers, struggling a bit between the Mosco Moto and the Lone Rider. What made you choose the Mosco’s?
Incidentally, and kind of funny, I just ordered a pair of the flip up light covers you just added. I really like the yellow lenses but went with the orange to match the lone Rider a headlight protector 🤷🏼♂️. Safe travels
Enjoy your new ride. I don't know the differences between the models I just have the Mosco Moto and LOVE them. Enjoy your new ride and safe travels!
both are amazing but i think ill go for the GSA i just love it so much haha
The GSA is an Awesome Machine. Safe Travels and have a Phenomenal Day!
Nice piece of content.....S.F.A.
Thanks for your comment and have a Phenomenal Day!
Great video. Subscribed 👍 Will you be doing a video of seat height with you on the GS lowered?
During my trip I will be showing the seat height on the GS Low Suspension so that you can see. Have an Awesome day and make it the greatest day of your Life!
You are a good team and the motorcycle is beautiful. If you complete the test, give it to me. Thank you
Glad to hear the low suspension is working for you since that's what I'm getting. I'm 5'10 with 32" inseam as well. How does the low seat compare to the standard one? Do you run it in the higher position if you are using the low seat or did you swap out for a standard seat? I liked the standard seat on low position when I took the GS for a test drive and I read people complaining that the low seat is not as comfortable.
I have both the low seat and standard seat. I like and use the Low seat in the high position on the low suspension GS and It work Amazing! Same Comfort! - Side Note: I do use a Wild Ass seat cushion if Im riding a long day 500+ Miles on Highway. Key to the cushion is not to put too much air in it so you can move around and you will never get a sore butt it's incredible. I met the owner out at adventure days and he showed me how to use it properly. I don't use it much but when it's needed it works GREAT! Enjoy the Ride and have a Phenomenal Day!
@@EpicTime2Go Excellent, thanks for the extra info. I was going to buy a standard seat right away but will just wait and try the low seat in high position and see how it works out. Wish it was heated but can't seem to get those in the US if you want LED lights. Can't wait to take it for a long ride.
Nice Review, I'm looking at a 2024 GSA. I'm 5'9" with a 32" inseam. Can you tell me how tall you are and what is your inseam measurement?
Just took delivery of the same last Friday. Is your left hand foot peg not quite perpendicular to the frame like the right hand side?
Great Choice you will Love It! I have not noticed this. Have an Awesome Day!
First off ur bike is beautiful - congrats. May I ask how tall you are ? and is your height the reason you went to the GS from GSA?
Thank You of your comment. I'm 5 foot 10 inches with a 32 inch inseam. The GS Low suspension is the best ride for me. Everything works great I rode the GSA everywhere and loved it but I had the standard suspension and it was too High always on my toes and when it's filled with gas it is super heavy feeling. I feel much better on the GS and visually it seems a lot lighter and easier to maneuver when in traffic, parking lots, city driving, off road, making u turns, etc. Im super happy with the decision no regrets at all. The GSA is Awesome for riding 300 miles between gas where the GS its around 180 miles you can actually get more milage between stops depending on riding conditions but its nice to get off the bike to walk around and meet people as someone also talks to you and that's super fun and interesting meeting them. Have an Awesome Day!
or take some training... that's the best $ spent and you wont be dropping your bike and bet you'll loose the top box...if you want stability...I lost 25 lbs due to cancer and had to adjust my style...more training scheduled.
Thank you for your comment really appreciate it. I hope all is well with your health. Safe Travels and make it the Greatest Day of Your Life!
Great videos! Are you using the BMW navigation? If so, how well does it work for you?
Yes I do! It's ok kind of clunky to be honest so I also use maps on the phone which seem to work better but the GPS is great to find gas etc. I like having both. Have a Phenomenal Day!
Congrats on the new bike. Looks amazing!!. Is it better to handle than your GSA?
They both handle amazing on the road same feeling. What I like better is the slimmer feel as the GSA with full tank of gas and Standard Height was to heavy for me. The new GS is much easier for me to maneuver at slow speeds or in parking lots, uneven surfaces when stopped, etc. Since my legs 32 inch inseam the low suspension works best for me. The Low GSA works great as well but went with the GS didn't need the extra fuel all the time... but it is nice to have once and awhile and you also do get more with a GSA including the Aux lights, upper crash bars, Aluminum luggage bars, etc right from the start. Have a Phenomenal Day!
@@EpicTime2Go indeed. Enjoy the new ride...
Great video, enjoy your new ride. If you don't mind what is the seat height, would love to get one but at 58 years of age I need to be flat footed on the road. thanks David.
You can adjust the low suspension low seat height to 30.3 or 31.1 Inches or in metric it's
770 / 790 MM before you sit on it or put weight on it. You can also use the ESA to adjust the seat height to MIN - Auto - High to raise and lower you seat height. It's super important for me as well to have both feet on the ground. It does not matter your age or ability as It's super important to be able to have stability when stoped on all surfaces as much as possible. Safe Ride and have an Awesome Day!
@@EpicTime2Go thank you so much.
Please advise brand for yellow light protectors of the small auxiliary lights
Purchased on Amazon says brand is AFNCX cost was around $28 USD. they work great. Have a Phenomenal Day!
Hi, thx for that nice viedeo wich I found in order to kill my time as I am waiting for my "lower" trophy -expecting to get in 2 days ;)
However, you mentioned these two yellow light adapters for the original auxiliary headlights wich raced up my interest.
Perhaps you can tell me exact name/ brand in order to order them ? Hopefully I can get them in Europe/ Germany as well ;)
thx in advance !
cheers -Tom
Motocycle Fog Light Protector Cover Fog Light Covers Fit For R1200GS Adventure F800GS Adventure R1250GS / ADV LC (Yellow)
Brand: AFNCX.
I hope this helps found them on Amazon super inexpensive and work great. Have an Awesome Day! and enjoy your new ride!
Why did you switch from GSA to GS…the GSA has bigger gas tank for those longer rides ? GSA is available in low suspension 👍
Thank you for your question I really appreciate this. FYI - I did also get a GSA Low suspension and it was much better that the standard for me but the overall reason is the size of the tank. When full it is heavy and it's just big. I really enjoy the smaller gas tank and getting off the bike every 200 miles is awesome as I need to stretch out anyways. If you go from the GSA to the GS you will understand what im talking about (their is a motorcycle off-road coach that has a vied on this as well out on TH-cam), and I'm super happy with the GS vs the GSA. Everyone has a preference and for me it's the GS. It's an Awesome motorcycle and super happy with it. Hope this helps and have an Awesome Day!
Hi there, would you like to try out some motorcycle accessories that fit your BMW R1250GS?
That sounds Awesome! Have a Phenomenal Day!
@@EpicTime2Go Thanks for the response. Is there an email or social media to contact you? I look forward to communicating more details with you.
Why did you not start off with a lower version to begin with?
Great question - I did not know there was on option at the time of my purchase. I knew the seat was too high so I also purchased a low seat but... I really needed the low suspension. That is the reason I put a video out on seat heights so that others can learn and make the right choice for them so they don't have to do the same as me. Thank you for your comment and have an Awesome Day!
Did you get the gs or gs adventure Mine was a low suspension gsa
I got the Low Suspension GS but both are Phenomenal Motorcycles. Make Life a Ride. Enjoy your journey and have an Awesome Day!
Did you try the Multistrada v4s?
I have not... The Ducati looks Amazing! Just hooked on the BMW its such a Phenomenal Ride. Have an Awesome Day!
Sounds like the GSA was your first motorcycle?
I have had a Motorcycle most of my life. The GSA was the first bike I did any long distance journeys on. I should do a video on other bikes I have owned or have and why I choose the BMW GSA 1250 if that would be of interest to others. Also thanks for your comment. Have a Phenomenal Day!
I’m sorry I laugh when BMW GSA 1200 or 1250 owners try to tout how the cog is so low! Huge fuel tanks on top of a heavy bike. Falling over on stuff that you shouldn’t. The bike I’ve seen on its side the most in my many years of riding are these big bmw’s. Just not made for anything more than gravel roads on the way to Starbucks.
Didn't wait for the 1300?
And miss the summer?
I thought for 2023 BMW went with the 1300
I heard later in the year they will be coming out with an updated model but it's not out now. Have an Awesome Day!
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Low Suspension GS
Standard Split Seat 800 / 820 MM 0r 31.5 / 32.3 Inches
Low Rally Seat 790 MM or 31.1 Inches
High Rally Seat 810 MM or 32 Inches
Low Seat 770 / 790 MM or 30.3 / 31.1 Inches
High Seat 820 / 840 MM or 32.3 / 33 Inches
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What a drama Queen. You rode an off the shelf production bike on some of the safest and best mapped roads in the world, you didn’t discover the source of the Nile.
Straight roads………