Like many I agree, once you've owned and ridden the modern GS's there's nothing which competes with the build quality, design, comfort, characters (Dyno + Enduro) and all round competence. I've had them since 2018 first a 1200 GSA Rally (24K miles) and now the 1250 GSA Rally, and have ridden the pack (KTM SA 1290, V2 and V4 MS and 1200 Tiger Explorer) yet still come back to the GS. I also rode it for 2 days commuting (120 each day) this week in -5 degrees and it's such a confidence inspiring bike; if you have the budget and aren't put off by the height, get one!!!
Luckily im not vertically challenged so the height is no issue for me, I was thoroughly impressed with the weight displacement of the bike as well, makes a big difference on slow speed handling with that engine weight low down. Great bikes, that's all I can say, and it seems you would agree. Ride safe.
Thanks for the ride, Sir. I have a 1250GS ( not A...the skinny one ) with all the extras. I can take a comfortable 500 km. day trip with the wife and luggage. And then drop all the weight and have a comfortable super moto for a blast on the back roads and through the forest. Been riding since 1987 and had more than 25 bikes ( race bikes, super nakeds, etc ). This is by far my best "overall investment". No chain, no mechanical issues, quality all way through, excellent dealer service...and that smooth low down torque and adjustable suspension♥ As mentioned in other comments...can´t wait to see the 1300. ( You can order the GSA lowered 5 cm. from the factory )
Glad you liked the video, it was a great bike to ride, i wanted it to last longer than 2 hours. I like having the ability of doing long distance rides but like you’ve mentioned, then being able to strip it down and take it up some green lanes. Will be interesting to see how they have improved the 1250 for the 1300 at the tail end of this year.
If you do get one, time your purchase carefully because it's the 100th anniversary of BMW Motorrad, and they're due to bring out a new 1300GS (plenty of spy shots online) - which means they'll discount the 1250 to shift stock.
You are correct there is a 1300 coming, believed to be the 1300 in the GS body this year, then in the GSA body next year. There is some great second hand bikes with all the goodies in Dicks. :).
Enjoyed the review 👍I've had many different bikes and just got a 1250 GSA triple black,best bike I've had, brilliant comfort,more than enough power for the road,very happy 💯👍
As already said, the 1300 is coming, but this also means good deals to be had on the 1250. Personally, I'll only get the new model after they've been selling for at least 2 years since huge improvements are made as lessons are learned during this time. A word of caution though, once you've gotten used to riding the big GS (given the location of its width it filters traffic better than much smaller bikes, you'll be amazed. It's like the designers put it in-between two cars and moulded the bike into that space) it completely ruins just about every other motorcycle out there for you meaning it's pretty much the end of the line as far as your bike experimentation journey. Might not sound like a big deal, but it is.
Haha i like that, its the end of the road for me. I can take that, I’m lucky enough to ride some of the biggest names of bikes throughout the year without paying for them, perks of the channel, so if i have to pay for the big dog bike to sit in the garage and be there ready for when i go touring etc then i am happy with that. Interested to see how the new 1300 compares to the 1250 though and also what its reliability will be like for BMW.
I too have opted for the GSA TE. Got a cracking deal at BMW Motorrad M/cr on a 2020 model which has some tasteful bodywork mods. Can’t wait for pick-up day…
Hopefully the weather is better for your pick up day than mine was. But the roads are dry today so it's already been out of the garage, love my bike so far. My 2019 I picked up also had lots of protection mods from the previous owner. Saves me spending my own pennies on it. Ride Safe and enjoy your GSA.
You can not go wrong with a GS. There is a reason why they outsell all the others. I am on my third GS. I had the R850 GS 1988model then the R1150 GS and now I have the air cooled R1200 GS 2008 model. I love the character and reliability of the boxer motors. I also have a 2017 R nineT for shorter fun rides. I was going to upgrade to the 1250GS but my old 1200 hexhead weighs in at 226kg, so a lot lighter than the newer ones and that does make it easier to handle on rough stuff. The older air/oil cooled bikes, as well as the R nineT are very easy to work on and service. I do all the maintenance myself so this is a big consideration for me when I buy a bike. That said, I also do maintenance on my mate's R1250GS and it's not difficult to work on them either, just a bit more plastic to remove. With the GS911 it's a breeze to work on the CanBus electronics. As far as reliability goes, I find that BMW is not bad. Sure, things do go wrong but if you look after the bike, and do regular maintenance it's better than most bikes out there. I would not touch KTM with a barge pole...
Lots of people with these barge poles :). Maybe i need to get my own. Like you’ve said, BMW will have their own issues with their bikes, but its also down to how well they handle the repairs and their customer service that I’m hearing is a lot better than KTM, can’t speak from experience just yet with BMW but hopefully soon i can :)
The gs1250 is a good bike the hp gs probably the pick of the range. New model coming though. Gs bmws have a chequered history though so a 13 model to be avoided (engine paint falls off rear esa shock fails and flywheel too light etc) The 01 to 07 had the appalling servo brakes abs1 which has to be bypassed. Only real problem with the 1250 is poor gearshift although better than the 1200s and its a bit boring really. Like buying a lexus jeep....
At the minute I'll take a boring bike that works than an exciting bike that sits in the garage. Like buying jap bikes, you're buying reliability and not an exciting bike with character. obviously my own opinions and everyone sees it differently.
I've tried all the adventure bikes from Aprilia to Yamaha. Test rode a 1200 then 1250GSADV but couldn't see the point of all the extra weight as we stop every hundred or so miles (we tour a lot as well as competing in the RBR) so we plumped for a GS1250 Exclusive back in 2019. Me and the wife did 30.000 magical miles on it in two years. Traded that this time last year for another GS1250, this time a Triple Black. They are the ultimate all round bike, they'll tour, off-road and scratch. As a road bike the GS is hard to beat for me and the wife. The heated grips have many more settings than three, you have to go into the menu and there are more riding modes too than you stated. I just ride in road mode all the time and leave the suspension on auto as it compensates well enough with either more or less loading.
Sounds like you are a GS fan then. It surprised me at how well it handles its weight, no skinny chicken that's for sure. Id he interested in getting this off road for sure. Maybe BMW will invite me to their off road skills event one day. BMW if your listening ............
I sat on one of those at the factory in Munich. Very tasty. However, I ride a Suzuki 400 4 wheeler and a Kawasaki 250 dirt bike in the mountains of Wyoming where I live. If you’re serious about riding this beautiful beast off road, I would suggest you ask yourself, can I pick this bike up alone? Because it’s not a matter of if but when you will drop the bike in the dirt, mud, snow, etc. Hit a rut or a rock wrong and down you go. It happens. I’m not Hercules so I would have to call for help. I think those are great road bikes. I would ride it on a well graded gravel road. But for me, a smaller, lighter bike is easier to manage in the dirt. And I can pick it up alone. Keep the shiny side up!😎
Agreed Bill, I wouldn't want to do anything too technical on this as im no Jarvis, but this would be perfect on some hard pack gravel roads which luckily there are plenty of those just over in Wales not to far from me. Let's see if it makes its way into my garage or not.
@D.S.R. yes, she may seem big shunting around the garage, but above walking pace the weight dissappears and its only out on a 2 to 3 day tour you really gel properly with them, then it all makes sense.
Just a point…re Nav 6 bracket. BMW now sell a phone adapter which fits into the cradle and locks your phone in. It’s expensive, circa £200, but I guess they assume premium brand = premium prices. I mention it because the navigation on the BM Connected app, in my opinion is better than Waze. I use the Connected app with my new style RT. When I deviate off a route, it reroutes and recalculates immediately. It takes Waze 5 or more seconds to recalculate, or even recognise you hanged the route. Now the other thing is, the maps are fully stored on the phone, so phone signal isn’t an issue. Given that there are multiple military satellites keeping the GPS signal locked, the phone cradle is expensive, but had I bought a GSA (I chose the RT) it’s what I would use. The Connected app’s latest version is very stable.
Thanks for the tip Alberto, I've seen similar options where you get a phone mount that sits in the original craddle, it has 2 usb outputs on the side and is powered via the BMW cradle so no extra cables required other than the one into the phone. I still also like my quad lock mount with its wireless charging capabilities. I love having multiple different options for mounts and navigators. Ride safe.
@@DSR1YT It’s my pleasure. We all know riding bikes isn’t that cheap a hobby/transport. Of course we never tell our wives/g/fs of the real cost of them. I managed to find a BMW dealer who has a monthly service plan for bikes. I’m projected to do 20k miles a year, and I pay £76 a month for 60k servicing over 3 years. The standard BMW plan that most dealers offer is useless. The only problem is, the dealer is in Lancashire. However, my first service since getting the bike is being done in early April and I’ll be tootling round the lakes whilst waiting for my bike. The dealer is Bowker Motorrad near Preston. It might not be an option, but it’s worth knowing about.
@@albertol1529 Again another great tip, hopefully others can also learn from you advice. I supposed I'm lucky in the sense of taking out all these dealers bikes means I keep my mileage fairly low each year. Hoping to do a few trips this year though, Wales is just on our doorstep so it would be rude not too.
@@DSR1YT Lucky you, the missus and I are off to North Wales at the end of the month. It’ll be my wife’s longest trip on the back. Then we’re off to the lakes for my service on 5th April. Hopefully the weather is good for us!
Always hit and miss with wales and the weather. Worked there many times over the years. Always just assume it’s raining and it can only get better from there. My fingers are crossed for you
You'll get over 200 miles on the GS, no need for the GSA unless you're really doing decent distance. I was tempted to get rid of mine for super adventure, just that reliability that stops me. GS has been faultless over the past two and a half years. Maybe a little more grunt would be nice.
@D.S.R. I've ridden a GSA too, don't really remember any difference in handling between the two. I'm gonna hang on to mine till the 1300 comes out. Toss up then between that and the multistrada. Known a few ktm owners who have had issues and a few who've had none. Too much money to spend for that sort of gamble though.
Thanks for being a sub and I'm glad you enjoyed the video, I really enjoyed the GSA. Hopefully I'll be back there to take out some more of their bikes very soon. Ride safe
I bought one, the bike you are riding was the bike actual one I rode before buying. I bought a GSA for going back to 2 up touring. I like it but don't love it. In forty years of riding for me in terms of wind noise its the noisest bike I have ever owned and yes I ride with earplugs and a Shoei Neotec 2. My previous bike was a Speed Twin 1200 to my GSA and it was quieter at motorway speeds in terms of wind noise than the GSA . I not alone with this issue, I'm 6ft 1 so not really tall, I'm still looking for a solution.
Hi Lee, I feel I can't honestly reply to this comment due to realising after my ride that the current screen on that bike was the GS screen, not the GSA. But I was impressed with the wind protection of the GS screen. Im also 6'1", but we might have different length torsos, as this will effect how high up our heads sit. Maybe it's worth looking at those attachment screens that sit on the top. Never tried one, but you see them around quite a lot. Might be something to look at. Ride safe.
That's the GS screen, GSA screen is higher and wider, I'm 6ft 4 and no probs with screen, only thing I adjusted on my bike when I got it,was the mirrors,it just suits a taller rider 👍
Hi folks. I've been looking at GS for some time and am coming from an S1000R. Usual question : Does the GS feel sluggish in gear, and has it got enough power? Sorry to ask such obvious questions, but it's a large investment to find out it's not quite what I want. Size, comfort, panniers, and riding positions are all perfect though.
No question is a stupid question mate. The boxer engine is certainly different from the inline engine. You will notice the difference. But by no means does that mean the GS/GSA is a slow bike. If you want it to it can get a shift on. Are you close to a dealership where you can get on a decent length demo ride ?
@DSR1YT Cheltenham is closest to me, but I won't get one for long enough. I would like to take a blast down to Exmoor and cover motorways and A roads. TBH, I think I will just take the plunge as the bike is going to be way more capable than me anyway! The most difficult decision is the colour scheme as the red and grey look great, as do the BMW colours, but I suspect I will gor for triple black. Thanks for the channel and thanks for answering.
That doesn't look like a standard GSA screen. I have a 2019 1250GSA and the top of the screen flares out, rather than in. Unless there is a difference between the UK spec and Australian spec but you guys would need the better screen, I would've thought! After 60,000kms (and 85,000kms on the 1200 before it with the same screen), I can honestly say it's the best I've ever ridden behind. Enough protection for the cold and rain but small enough not to be a barn door.
You are correct but I didn't find this out till after recording, I had noticed once inside the dealer and asked the question. The screen on that demo bike was a GS screen, smaller and different shape than the stock GSA screens. The believe someone took the demo bike for a test ride and swopped out the screen with their own bikes screen. They hadn't realised till some time after. But even still, this GS screen was really good, but I can imagine how much better the GSA screen is just by looking at the size of it. Glad you are enjoying the GSA family. ride safe.
I have one they are a great bike I found my old one with the metal boxes a little unstable at 100 mph on the motorways but I did have a large Givi top box this could have caused the issue also I prefer the expandable plastic panniers if you want this on the adventure you will need to change the pillion foot rests this will cost you £300 good review love the fuel range its the most versatile motorcycle I have ever ridden but its not a Ducati
Granted that's not ideal but at least there is a solution, other than slowing down :). It was as great bike to ride and handled so much easier than I was expecting.
@@DSR1YT After watching the vid I can see you going GSA. I think it was the weight putting you off a little 🤔 so does that mean the normal GS has a look in?
You are completely right RMG. This is something I didn’t know or realise until after the test ride and the salesmen pointed it out. The wind flow was still impressive with this screen though 😁.
@@DSR1YT Givi makes a screen which is a precise ( and affordable ) copy of the GSA. I have it on my GS and i can ride motorway with the visor open ( 178 cm ).
@brianeaston3748 True but I hardly ever adjust the chain, just lube to stop it rusting. Modern chains aren't the fuss they once were. I could reason no power sapping shaft drive too
@@DSR1YT I was worried about the weight, but no issues what so ever, surprisingly flickable. Love mine!
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Would you consider an Africa Twin? After your experience with the KTM give it a try to Japanese bikes. Generally speaking in terms of reliability they are just better compared to European brands… sadly. If you want more tech and whistles then yes, European bikes.
I tested an Africa twin last year, and it was the best bike I tested, other than the Tuono v4 I owned, I must say I did almost put a deposit down on an Africa twin. I didn’t this time round though, maybe next time 😁
Hi Murray, thanks for the comment. I have tried the AT (review on the channel) - I did really enjoy it. For the money as well, it really is an excellent bike.
Do you think the GS is enough fun for weekend riding? It's the ultimate mile muncher but compared to the Superduke GT (which I know why you're getting rid of) which is a riot when you ride it with more enthusiasm shall we say. Is the GS not a bit sterile? Great video 👍
Thanks for the comment Benny. I get where you are coming from, and if I was just buying a 'Sunday' ride bike, it probably wouldn't be a GS, not that you can't ride it spiritedly, because I can confirm the front end does come up on one :). In the last 3 weeks alone ive ridden the XR, GSA, MT10 and the S1000r, perks of having the channel, I don't really need a Sunday ride bike in my garage, I get all the fun I need from making the videos. What I need is something with good luggage and that is capable of the touring stuff when me and Zoe go away to Europe, along with that, having the luggage when Zoe is making a video means we don't need to carry a daysack with all the camera kit in, we just shove it in the bags and ride on.
@@DSR1YT Yeah that makes total sense and to be honest you’ll have a hoot on what ever you buy. Fingers crossed you don’t have any more issues 🤞🏻 All the best mate.
Cheers Benny. It’s how you ride the bike, ill push the bike in the twisties and for sure be getting that front end up. Ride it like you stole it :). Ride Safe.
Damn straight it’s enough. Not that long ago and a bike with more than 135 hp and 105 ft lbs of torque would be a super bike (actually that wouldn’t have all that torque 🤷♂️). It’s like road cars these days with 600 hp…WTF are you going to do with it? We are just desensitized to high horsepower stats. My other bike is a GTR1400 (Concours 14 here in a North America). No slouch with the right hand cranked. Other than in a straight line, I would hazard to guess that I am just as fast, or faster, in the twistiest, on my R1250GS. And certainly grinning just as much. The GS handles so much lighter, is so balanced and brakes very well. I can spend a lot longer in the saddle with less fatigue and without a sore ass. And guess what? When the asphalt ends I can switch to Enduro Pro and have a another type of giggles in the dirt. Enough fun for weekend riding you ask? Hell yeah!
@@davidkendall1614 I can't wait to get some tyres on this bike that will compliment some more off road riding and in the mean time ill be sure to smash it around some twists :)
Just a woderful bike that can do pretty much everything.. Personally i like the standard GS more so i traded my GSA for one last year.. Maybe in next year it might be a 1300 for me.. 10hp more, 10kg lighter, i think it was 10cm more narrow engine...
Nice to hear someone say they prefer the GS over the GSA, me personally I like the extra crash protection and extra mileage, If I want the bike to be 10kg lighter I should probably just go on a diet :).
Have you replaced your KTM yet pal, I have the 1250GS ADVENTURE RALLYE TE on a 2022 plate but I traded in a 2020 Honda Africa Twin Adventure sport DCT ES for it , I have to be honest, I miss my Africa Twin DCT, there is nothing in the acceleration between the two
I have finally got rid of it yes, I also went for a 2019 1250 GSA, loving it so far, a bits to change to make it ideal for me but that will come over time. Im not a big fan of the DCT bikes, tried the NT1100 last year with DCT and it didn't blow me away. I actually took out the 2023 Africa Twin (video dropping this coming Monday), I found getting back on to my GSA a big difference in the low end grunt / torque of the GSA compared to the AT, also the AT definitely has some vibes due to its engine. Bikes aren't for life though, plenty of them out there to chop and change between. Ride Safe.
@@DSR1YT Yes the vibes , I also noticed that with the AT , in the handlebars mainly but a quieter engine with a better exhaust note , the seat on the AT is also far less comfortable, 1hr is plenty to be sitting on it i had mine for almost 12 months, I thought the GS1250 would be the natural upgrade but sadly I'm not sure it is , After the smoothness of the DCT I'm finding it very hard going back , I can see another AT very soon I think. I almost bought a KTM 1290 adventure just before I got my GS , I'm glad I didn't now 😳
@@gatti493 how do you find the wind buffeting on the BMW compared to the AT? I’ve the same AT as You had. Looked at a BMW today as the wind / turbulence on the AT is getting a bit tiresome
@@7485DI found wind turbulence slightly better on the AT but do you have the little wind deflectors on the sides of you fairing up close to the screen, they made a huge difference believe it or not , I also kept the original full screen, I really think as regards to turbulence your body shape makes a difference, I am almost 6 foot but a regular leg 31 " not 32 but I have a long back , which is where I get my height , What this means is I SIT TALLER on the bike whereas another 6 foot guy who may be a shade taller than me standing, will be smaller when seated so the full screen may be too tall for him !! Remember when talking about screen height your actual height means nothing!! As regards to changing your bike , if you have the DCT DONT CHANGE , it will piss you off , the power difference is ???? And only in any way noticeable when 2 up and loaded with luggage , If that's how you ride all the time , then go for it , other than that , stick with your AT mate 😉
@@gatti493 Thanks. Yes it’s a DCT. Power, acceleration is more than adequate for me. Got the little side deflectors. Tried one of those fork shrouds too. It made no difference though. It’s a pity though as it spoils a great bike. I’m also long in body. And quite wide. Hence the problem with the wind buffering. Well I might have to forgo the GSA then and maybe just get the Urban GS as a weekday toy and keep the Afrikaans for long distance.
Statistically, doesn't BMW have the highest failure/warranty rates of all the manufacturers? No doubt are they fantastic, advanced machines, I just hope you do not end up repeating your KTM experiences 🤞
Surely I can't always get the dud bikes of the manufacture can I? If I got a BMW and it had issues I personally feel they would look after you better than the experience ive had so far with KTM.
I've had BMWs since 1984 (as well as other brands in there as well) and have bought GS/GSAs six times (OK, one of those purchases was buying the same bike back again....). My R1150GS has done 200,000kms now, two other 1150GSs were bought to tour the UK and Europe at different times, so about 20-25,000kms for those; my R1200GSA LC did 85,000kms before I sold it and my current 1250GSA has nearly 60,000kms on it. My wife has had three BMWs as her most recent bikes (F800R; R1200R LC and now R1250R -- approx 120,00kms across those). Apart from the L/H switchblock on the R1200GSA failing at about 75,000kms (easily replaced with a S/H unit), the bikes have been faultless. Any warranty issues (minor recalls and a dud battery) are dealt with by BMW dealers easily, willingly and courteously and without the same sort of issues that DSR has had to put up with from KTM.
@@couttsy222 Glad you have such good history with BMW. (I know people who have owned French cars for decades and have only good tings to say about them.) As with anything in life, luck - both the one you get and the one you make yourself in the manner you (ab)use your stuff - play an important role. Still there is no doubt that the quality of the Beemers have reached a generally high level over the past decade in particular. They still seem to have more electronic issues than most, but that is likely down to the comlexity/number of featured on them. FWIW, I own a 2008 F800ST with 125,000km on the clock. Apart from a broken stator and a broken drive belt, it has been pretty much faultless.
@@64faffi - You make a couple of very prudent observations. Whilst we do lots of miles and our bikes have to get us through "unwise" situations that we end up in, we look after our bikes. Lets face it -- they cost a lot of money so it's worth looking after them! Motorcycling is what we do, so if we look after them, they look after us 😉. Those F800s are a pretty capable bike and it's great to see that you're getting the most from it! (As an aside, we had 25 years of almost trouble-free running from Peugeots, so I agree about your comment regarding French cars as well!)
I haven’t ridden the triumph range yet, but if i purely went off looks then I’m shallow and id say it doesn’t really do it for me, I don’t imagine opening the garage up and seeing it in there. That said, its more in the ride than how it looks so i will hold further judgment of the bike :)
Of all the bikes I've ever owned from from Japan, Europe and England the BMW is the worst all around. Fit was average finish real good ,but ride and handling was terrible, riding position cramped and over reach , engineering is ridiculous , the poorest overall quality I've seen on any bike I've owned riden or worked on. Just junk , very expensive junk .
2003 so it's an older one , maybe there better but I don't see why they would be . Didn't mean to be so negative but I aways had higher expectations from BMW then when I finally spent the big money, I was so disappointed. Good luck ! Thanks for the video's
I was waiting for a personal opinion, how they compare, against the ktm. Powerwise, suspension, fun factor...Sadly nothing. Even beetween bmw`s .What do you feel, not the manual, how to turn the wheel to turn on cruise control... I am thinking myself about buying one of them,but you didn`t help me much with a choice.
Erm.. well there were opinions in there but if I didn't give you the opinion you want, perhaps check out someone else's video...? And if you want a comparison video, perhaps... watch a comparison video. Just my opinion. 😁
@@DSR1YT You should'nt be putting yourself out there if you don't appreciate any negative comments, I agree totally with Arek, all you do is run through the spec sheet, which anyone can do without watching a video. People want your opinion, I watched your XR video and 75% of it was the same as this one, the dash, electronics, basically the whole cockpit is the same on most big BMWs and people know that. How the bike made you feel, how is the acceleration, the handling??? Heated grips on this and the XR by the way have 3 options not 4,off does'nt really count, that's like saying a bike without heated grips has just one setting By the way Arek it's a great do it all bike, i've had 4, riding an XR now and loving being back on a 4, something tells me i'll be back on a GSA though at some time I would imagine most people looking to spend over 20k on a bike have done a bit of research, I think we watch the videos to learn a bit more than just facts and figures
Do we not appreciate negative comments? Sounds like you don't appreciate my opinion on your mate's comment, but that's my opinion. I really couldn't speak for you as you have spoken for me. Thanks for your feedback, criticism, or jibes, not sure? But thank you. 🤙
Lol GS... 6:00 people just ignore using shifting when ride on these bikes. Are you all Eco driving nowdays ? yes not exceeding 4k rev you can own a car instead. I dont see the point of owning a 2 wheel tractor.
The “age myth” from those who haven’t ridden the bike hard…and off road…and in the cold and shitty weather…to appreciate its capabilities. This is not an “old fart to the coffee shop” bike…unless you want it to be, and then it will do that well too. 😁
@@davidkendall1614 Exactly, those that haven't ridden one are too scared they will realise how good they rally are. If you want a spirited comfortable ride this can certainly deliver, yet to get it mine off road but I don't have the right tyres on at the moment, next set will be more accustomed to road and off road.
Like many I agree, once you've owned and ridden the modern GS's there's nothing which competes with the build quality, design, comfort, characters (Dyno + Enduro) and all round competence. I've had them since 2018 first a 1200 GSA Rally (24K miles) and now the 1250 GSA Rally, and have ridden the pack (KTM SA 1290, V2 and V4 MS and 1200 Tiger Explorer) yet still come back to the GS. I also rode it for 2 days commuting (120 each day) this week in -5 degrees and it's such a confidence inspiring bike; if you have the budget and aren't put off by the height, get one!!!
Luckily im not vertically challenged so the height is no issue for me, I was thoroughly impressed with the weight displacement of the bike as well, makes a big difference on slow speed handling with that engine weight low down. Great bikes, that's all I can say, and it seems you would agree. Ride safe.
Thanks for the ride, Sir. I have a 1250GS ( not A...the skinny one ) with all the extras.
I can take a comfortable 500 km. day trip with the wife and luggage. And then drop all the weight and have a comfortable super moto for a blast on the back roads and through the forest.
Been riding since 1987 and had more than 25 bikes ( race bikes, super nakeds, etc ). This is by far my best "overall investment". No chain, no mechanical issues, quality all way through, excellent dealer service...and that smooth low down torque and adjustable suspension♥
As mentioned in other comments...can´t wait to see the 1300.
( You can order the GSA lowered 5 cm. from the factory )
Glad you liked the video, it was a great bike to ride, i wanted it to last longer than 2 hours. I like having the ability of doing long distance rides but like you’ve mentioned, then being able to strip it down and take it up some green lanes. Will be interesting to see how they have improved the 1250 for the 1300 at the tail end of this year.
From the Unrealiable KTM i had.. After 4 months.... I traded mine in for GSA 1250 T.E. Its brilliant. What a tourer. Could not have a chosen better.
How are you finding the GSA, it's a real contender for my next bike.
Be sure to Buy More Warranty.
If you do get one, time your purchase carefully because it's the 100th anniversary of BMW Motorrad, and they're due to bring out a new 1300GS (plenty of spy shots online) - which means they'll discount the 1250 to shift stock.
You are correct there is a 1300 coming, believed to be the 1300 in the GS body this year, then in the GSA body next year.
There is some great second hand bikes with all the goodies in Dicks. :).
This makes me happy to hear 🎉 sounds like a new bike for me soon lol
Enjoyed the review 👍I've had many different bikes and just got a 1250 GSA triple black,best bike I've had, brilliant comfort,more than enough power for the road,very happy 💯👍
Thanks Brian, enjoy your triple black, there's something about one of these all blacked out, naughty :P
As already said, the 1300 is coming, but this also means good deals to be had on the 1250. Personally, I'll only get the new model after they've been selling for at least 2 years since huge improvements are made as lessons are learned during this time. A word of caution though, once you've gotten used to riding the big GS (given the location of its width it filters traffic better than much smaller bikes, you'll be amazed. It's like the designers put it in-between two cars and moulded the bike into that space) it completely ruins just about every other motorcycle out there for you meaning it's pretty much the end of the line as far as your bike experimentation journey. Might not sound like a big deal, but it is.
Haha i like that, its the end of the road for me. I can take that, I’m lucky enough to ride some of the biggest names of bikes throughout the year without paying for them, perks of the channel, so if i have to pay for the big dog bike to sit in the garage and be there ready for when i go touring etc then i am happy with that. Interested to see how the new 1300 compares to the 1250 though and also what its reliability will be like for BMW.
Possibly the most informative , easy to listen to bike review of any bike I’ve seen !! 5*
I bet Dick Lovett love you 🤓
Thanks for the great comment. You’re in luck because I’ve got tones of reviews on my channel.
Dick Lovett appreciate my work for sure 😁.
I too have opted for the GSA TE. Got a cracking deal at BMW Motorrad M/cr on a 2020 model which has some tasteful bodywork mods. Can’t wait for pick-up day…
Hopefully the weather is better for your pick up day than mine was. But the roads are dry today so it's already been out of the garage, love my bike so far. My 2019 I picked up also had lots of protection mods from the previous owner. Saves me spending my own pennies on it. Ride Safe and enjoy your GSA.
You can not go wrong with a GS. There is a reason why they outsell all the others.
I am on my third GS. I had the R850 GS 1988model then the R1150 GS and now I have the air cooled R1200 GS 2008 model.
I love the character and reliability of the boxer motors. I also have a 2017 R nineT for shorter fun rides.
I was going to upgrade to the 1250GS but my old 1200 hexhead weighs in at 226kg, so a lot lighter than the newer ones and that does make it easier to handle on rough stuff.
The older air/oil cooled bikes, as well as the R nineT are very easy to work on and service. I do all the maintenance myself so this is a big consideration for me when I buy a bike. That said, I also do maintenance on my mate's R1250GS and it's not difficult to work on them either, just a bit more plastic to remove. With the GS911 it's a breeze to work on the CanBus electronics. As far as reliability goes, I find that BMW is not bad. Sure, things do go wrong but if you look after the bike, and do regular maintenance it's better than most bikes out there.
I would not touch KTM with a barge pole...
Lots of people with these barge poles :). Maybe i need to get my own. Like you’ve said, BMW will have their own issues with their bikes, but its also down to how well they handle the repairs and their customer service that I’m hearing is a lot better than KTM, can’t speak from experience just yet with BMW but hopefully soon i can :)
"There is a reason why they outsell all the others" - yeah that's because KTM were ignorant of Star Wars.
10:42… as a biker you know when you see that distinctive light coming towards you…..not to wave🤪🤪
Ha ha ha yes unless you're riding one and then it's okay 🤣
Well, you can wave - but you ain't gonna get one back.
@@Unfunny_Username_389 I wave even at scooters from my royal GS.
@@Unfunny_Username_389😂just a bit jealous and childish 💯👍
The gs1250 is a good bike the hp gs probably the pick of the range. New model coming though.
Gs bmws have a chequered history though so a 13 model to be avoided (engine paint falls off rear esa shock fails and flywheel too light etc)
The 01 to 07 had the appalling servo brakes abs1 which has to be bypassed.
Only real problem with the 1250 is poor gearshift although better than the 1200s and its a bit boring really. Like buying a lexus jeep....
At the minute I'll take a boring bike that works than an exciting bike that sits in the garage. Like buying jap bikes, you're buying reliability and not an exciting bike with character. obviously my own opinions and everyone sees it differently.
I've tried all the adventure bikes from Aprilia to Yamaha. Test rode a 1200 then 1250GSADV but couldn't see the point of all the extra weight as we stop every hundred or so miles (we tour a lot as well as competing in the RBR) so we plumped for a GS1250 Exclusive back in 2019. Me and the wife did 30.000 magical miles on it in two years. Traded that this time last year for another GS1250, this time a Triple Black. They are the ultimate all round bike, they'll tour, off-road and scratch. As a road bike the GS is hard to beat for me and the wife. The heated grips have many more settings than three, you have to go into the menu and there are more riding modes too than you stated. I just ride in road mode all the time and leave the suspension on auto as it compensates well enough with either more or less loading.
Sounds like you are a GS fan then. It surprised me at how well it handles its weight, no skinny chicken that's for sure. Id he interested in getting this off road for sure. Maybe BMW will invite me to their off road skills event one day. BMW if your listening ............
I sat on one of those at the factory in Munich. Very tasty. However, I ride a Suzuki 400 4 wheeler and a Kawasaki 250 dirt bike in the mountains of Wyoming where I live. If you’re serious about riding this beautiful beast off road, I would suggest you ask yourself, can I pick this bike up alone? Because it’s not a matter of if but when you will drop the bike in the dirt, mud, snow, etc. Hit a rut or a rock wrong and down you go. It happens. I’m not Hercules so I would have to call for help. I think those are great road bikes. I would ride it on a well graded gravel road. But for me, a smaller, lighter bike is easier to manage in the dirt. And I can pick it up alone. Keep the shiny side up!😎
Agreed Bill, I wouldn't want to do anything too technical on this as im no Jarvis, but this would be perfect on some hard pack gravel roads which luckily there are plenty of those just over in Wales not to far from me. Let's see if it makes its way into my garage or not.
Had the 1200 TE Adventure, stunning bit of kit, would deffo buy another. Two up touring simply a delight. Team DLM are great.
Another vote for the BMW i see, good to know.
@D.S.R. yes, she may seem big shunting around the garage, but above walking pace the weight dissappears and its only out on a 2 to 3 day tour you really gel properly with them, then it all makes sense.
You can hardly notice the weight when on the bike. Those wide handle bars really help too. Would love to do a tour on one.
Just a point…re Nav 6 bracket. BMW now sell a phone adapter which fits into the cradle and locks your phone in. It’s expensive, circa £200, but I guess they assume premium brand = premium prices. I mention it because the navigation on the BM Connected app, in my opinion is better than Waze. I use the Connected app with my new style RT. When I deviate off a route, it reroutes and recalculates immediately. It takes Waze 5 or more seconds to recalculate, or even recognise you hanged the route. Now the other thing is, the maps are fully stored on the phone, so phone signal isn’t an issue. Given that there are multiple military satellites keeping the GPS signal locked, the phone cradle is expensive, but had I bought a GSA (I chose the RT) it’s what I would use. The Connected app’s latest version is very stable.
Thanks for the tip Alberto, I've seen similar options where you get a phone mount that sits in the original craddle, it has 2 usb outputs on the side and is powered via the BMW cradle so no extra cables required other than the one into the phone. I still also like my quad lock mount with its wireless charging capabilities. I love having multiple different options for mounts and navigators. Ride safe.
@@DSR1YT It’s my pleasure. We all know riding bikes isn’t that cheap a hobby/transport. Of course we never tell our wives/g/fs of the real cost of them.
I managed to find a BMW dealer who has a monthly service plan for bikes. I’m projected to do 20k miles a year, and I pay £76 a month for 60k servicing over 3 years. The standard BMW plan that most dealers offer is useless. The only problem is, the dealer is in Lancashire. However, my first service since getting the bike is being done in early April and I’ll be tootling round the lakes whilst waiting for my bike. The dealer is Bowker Motorrad near Preston. It might not be an option, but it’s worth knowing about.
@@albertol1529 Again another great tip, hopefully others can also learn from you advice. I supposed I'm lucky in the sense of taking out all these dealers bikes means I keep my mileage fairly low each year. Hoping to do a few trips this year though, Wales is just on our doorstep so it would be rude not too.
@@DSR1YT Lucky you, the missus and I are off to North Wales at the end of the month. It’ll be my wife’s longest trip on the back. Then we’re off to the lakes for my service on 5th April. Hopefully the weather is good for us!
Always hit and miss with wales and the weather. Worked there many times over the years. Always just assume it’s raining and it can only get better from there. My fingers are crossed for you
You'll get over 200 miles on the GS, no need for the GSA unless you're really doing decent distance.
I was tempted to get rid of mine for super adventure, just that reliability that stops me.
GS has been faultless over the past two and a half years. Maybe a little more grunt would be nice.
Yes KTM reliability - preaching to the choir 🤣 For me, I quite like the size of the GSA compared to the GS! I do need to take the GS out though 👍
@D.S.R. I've ridden a GSA too, don't really remember any difference in handling between the two.
I'm gonna hang on to mine till the 1300 comes out. Toss up then between that and the multistrada.
Known a few ktm owners who have had issues and a few who've had none. Too much money to spend for that sort of gamble though.
Nice review. Thanks :)
Thanks for being a sub and I'm glad you enjoyed the video, I really enjoyed the GSA. Hopefully I'll be back there to take out some more of their bikes very soon. Ride safe
I bought one, the bike you are riding was the bike actual one I rode before buying. I bought a GSA for going back to 2 up touring. I like it but don't love it. In forty years of riding for me in terms of wind noise its the noisest bike I have ever owned and yes I ride with earplugs and a Shoei Neotec 2. My previous bike was a Speed Twin 1200 to my GSA and it was quieter at motorway speeds in terms of wind noise than the GSA . I not alone with this issue, I'm 6ft 1 so not really tall, I'm still looking for a solution.
Hi Lee, I feel I can't honestly reply to this comment due to realising after my ride that the current screen on that bike was the GS screen, not the GSA. But I was impressed with the wind protection of the GS screen. Im also 6'1", but we might have different length torsos, as this will effect how high up our heads sit. Maybe it's worth looking at those attachment screens that sit on the top. Never tried one, but you see them around quite a lot. Might be something to look at. Ride safe.
That's the GS screen, GSA screen is higher and wider, I'm 6ft 4 and no probs with screen, only thing I adjusted on my bike when I got it,was the mirrors,it just suits a taller rider 👍
Hi folks. I've been looking at GS for some time and am coming from an S1000R. Usual question : Does the GS feel sluggish in gear, and has it got enough power? Sorry to ask such obvious questions, but it's a large investment to find out it's not quite what I want. Size, comfort, panniers, and riding positions are all perfect though.
No question is a stupid question mate.
The boxer engine is certainly different from the inline engine. You will notice the difference. But by no means does that mean the GS/GSA is a slow bike. If you want it to it can get a shift on.
Are you close to a dealership where you can get on a decent length demo ride ?
@DSR1YT Cheltenham is closest to me, but I won't get one for long enough. I would like to take a blast down to Exmoor and cover motorways and A roads. TBH, I think I will just take the plunge as the bike is going to be way more capable than me anyway! The most difficult decision is the colour scheme as the red and grey look great, as do the BMW colours, but I suspect I will gor for triple black. Thanks for the channel and thanks for answering.
That doesn't look like a standard GSA screen. I have a 2019 1250GSA and the top of the screen flares out, rather than in. Unless there is a difference between the UK spec and Australian spec but you guys would need the better screen, I would've thought! After 60,000kms (and 85,000kms on the 1200 before it with the same screen), I can honestly say it's the best I've ever ridden behind. Enough protection for the cold and rain but small enough not to be a barn door.
You are correct but I didn't find this out till after recording, I had noticed once inside the dealer and asked the question. The screen on that demo bike was a GS screen, smaller and different shape than the stock GSA screens. The believe someone took the demo bike for a test ride and swopped out the screen with their own bikes screen. They hadn't realised till some time after.
But even still, this GS screen was really good, but I can imagine how much better the GSA screen is just by looking at the size of it. Glad you are enjoying the GSA family. ride safe.
I have one they are a great bike I found my old one with the metal boxes a little unstable at 100 mph on the motorways but I did have a large Givi top box this could have caused the issue also I prefer the expandable plastic panniers if you want this on the adventure you will need to change the pillion foot rests this will cost you £300 good review love the fuel range its the most versatile motorcycle I have ever ridden but its not a Ducati
Granted that's not ideal but at least there is a solution, other than slowing down :). It was as great bike to ride and handled so much easier than I was expecting.
I knew you’d go German. I hope it’s XR then you’ve owned one of my two favourite bikes… can’t wait to see what you go for
haha am I that predictable. Maybe ill go for a Yamaha Forza 750, great engines plenty of cargo space under the seat :)
@@DSR1YT After watching the vid I can see you going GSA. I think it was the weight putting you off a little 🤔 so does that mean the normal GS has a look in?
No I would pick the GSA over the GS - vanity… I prefer the look 😂
As much as I do not want 200 hp for off road I would not want a 590lbs (270kg) bike for off road neither :P
The bike holds its weight well, nice and low. But yes. It would be a pain to lift up when you drop it
Hi There , looking at the wind flow issue the screen on the bike you tested is the one off a standard GS thats not a GSA screen !!
You are completely right RMG. This is something I didn’t know or realise until after the test ride and the salesmen pointed it out. The wind flow was still impressive with this screen though 😁.
@@DSR1YT Givi makes a screen which is a precise ( and affordable ) copy of the GSA. I have it on my GS and i can ride motorway with the visor open ( 178 cm ).
I'm a Ducati fan 4 year unlimited mileage in the UK. More Miles between services. Far more fun, greater BHP, torque and smiles per mile.
Definitely costs more when it goes wrong though 🤣
@@DSR1YT Thank goodness it doesn't go wrong.
No shaft drive though
@brianeaston3748
True but I hardly ever adjust the chain, just lube to stop it rusting. Modern chains aren't the fuss they once were.
I could reason no power sapping shaft drive too
So... do you see where I'm coming from? 🙅♂️👍
And guess what, it will get you where you want to go!!!
It will get you there and back with half a tank left :0
@@DSR1YT I was worried about the weight, but no issues what so ever, surprisingly flickable. Love mine!
Would you consider an Africa Twin?
After your experience with the KTM give it a try to Japanese bikes. Generally speaking in terms of reliability they are just better compared to European brands… sadly.
If you want more tech and whistles then yes, European bikes.
I tested an Africa twin last year, and it was the best bike I tested, other than the Tuono v4 I owned, I must say I did almost put a deposit down on an Africa twin. I didn’t this time round though, maybe next time 😁
Why not try a Honda Africa Twin....great bike...give it a go bro...Good Luck
Hi Murray, thanks for the comment. I have tried the AT (review on the channel) - I did really enjoy it. For the money as well, it really is an excellent bike.
Do you think the GS is enough fun for weekend riding? It's the ultimate mile muncher but compared to the Superduke GT (which I know why you're getting rid of) which is a riot when you ride it with more enthusiasm shall we say. Is the GS not a bit sterile? Great video 👍
Thanks for the comment Benny. I get where you are coming from, and if I was just buying a 'Sunday' ride bike, it probably wouldn't be a GS, not that you can't ride it spiritedly, because I can confirm the front end does come up on one :).
In the last 3 weeks alone ive ridden the XR, GSA, MT10 and the S1000r, perks of having the channel, I don't really need a Sunday ride bike in my garage, I get all the fun I need from making the videos.
What I need is something with good luggage and that is capable of the touring stuff when me and Zoe go away to Europe, along with that, having the luggage when Zoe is making a video means we don't need to carry a daysack with all the camera kit in, we just shove it in the bags and ride on.
@@DSR1YT Yeah that makes total sense and to be honest you’ll have a hoot on what ever you buy. Fingers crossed you don’t have any more issues 🤞🏻
All the best mate.
Cheers Benny. It’s how you ride the bike, ill push the bike in the twisties and for sure be getting that front end up. Ride it like you stole it :). Ride Safe.
Damn straight it’s enough. Not that long ago and a bike with more than 135 hp and 105 ft lbs of torque would be a super bike (actually that wouldn’t have all that torque 🤷♂️). It’s like road cars these days with 600 hp…WTF are you going to do with it? We are just desensitized to high horsepower stats. My other bike is a GTR1400 (Concours 14 here in a North America). No slouch with the right hand cranked. Other than in a straight line, I would hazard to guess that I am just as fast, or faster, in the twistiest, on my R1250GS. And certainly grinning just as much. The GS handles so much lighter, is so balanced and brakes very well. I can spend a lot longer in the saddle with less fatigue and without a sore ass. And guess what? When the asphalt ends I can switch to Enduro Pro and have a another type of giggles in the dirt. Enough fun for weekend riding you ask? Hell yeah!
@@davidkendall1614 I can't wait to get some tyres on this bike that will compliment some more off road riding and in the mean time ill be sure to smash it around some twists :)
Just a woderful bike that can do pretty much everything.. Personally i like the standard GS more so i traded my GSA for one last year.. Maybe in next year it might be a 1300 for me..
10hp more, 10kg lighter, i think it was 10cm more narrow engine...
Nice to hear someone say they prefer the GS over the GSA, me personally I like the extra crash protection and extra mileage, If I want the bike to be 10kg lighter I should probably just go on a diet :).
Have you replaced your KTM yet pal,
I have the 1250GS ADVENTURE RALLYE TE on a 2022 plate but I traded in a 2020 Honda Africa Twin Adventure sport DCT ES for it ,
I have to be honest, I miss my Africa Twin DCT, there is nothing in the acceleration between the two
I have finally got rid of it yes, I also went for a 2019 1250 GSA, loving it so far, a bits to change to make it ideal for me but that will come over time. Im not a big fan of the DCT bikes, tried the NT1100 last year with DCT and it didn't blow me away. I actually took out the 2023 Africa Twin (video dropping this coming Monday), I found getting back on to my GSA a big difference in the low end grunt / torque of the GSA compared to the AT, also the AT definitely has some vibes due to its engine. Bikes aren't for life though, plenty of them out there to chop and change between. Ride Safe.
@@DSR1YT
Yes the vibes , I also noticed that with the AT , in the handlebars mainly but a quieter engine with a better exhaust note , the seat on the AT is also far less comfortable, 1hr is plenty to be sitting on it i had mine for almost 12 months, I thought the GS1250 would be the natural upgrade but sadly I'm not sure it is ,
After the smoothness of the DCT I'm finding it very hard going back ,
I can see another AT very soon I think.
I almost bought a KTM 1290 adventure just before I got my GS , I'm glad I didn't now 😳
@@gatti493 how do you find the wind buffeting on the BMW compared to the AT?
I’ve the same AT as You had. Looked at a BMW today as the wind / turbulence on the AT is getting a bit tiresome
@@7485DI found wind turbulence slightly better on the AT but do you have the little wind deflectors on the sides of you fairing up close to the screen, they made a huge difference believe it or not , I also kept the original full screen,
I really think as regards to turbulence your body shape makes a difference, I am almost 6 foot but a regular leg 31 " not 32 but I have a long back , which is where I get my height ,
What this means is I SIT TALLER on the bike whereas another 6 foot guy who may be a shade taller than me standing, will be smaller when seated so the full screen may be too tall for him !!
Remember when talking about screen height your actual height means nothing!!
As regards to changing your bike , if you have the DCT DONT CHANGE , it will piss you off , the power difference is ???? And only in any way noticeable when 2 up and loaded with luggage ,
If that's how you ride all the time , then go for it , other than that , stick with your AT mate 😉
@@gatti493 Thanks. Yes it’s a DCT. Power, acceleration is more than adequate for me.
Got the little side deflectors. Tried one of those fork shrouds too. It made no difference though.
It’s a pity though as it spoils a great bike.
I’m also long in body. And quite wide. Hence the problem with the wind buffering.
Well I might have to forgo the GSA then and maybe just get the Urban GS as a weekday toy and keep the Afrikaans for long distance.
Statistically, doesn't BMW have the highest failure/warranty rates of all the manufacturers? No doubt are they fantastic, advanced machines, I just hope you do not end up repeating your KTM experiences 🤞
Surely I can't always get the dud bikes of the manufacture can I? If I got a BMW and it had issues I personally feel they would look after you better than the experience ive had so far with KTM.
It’s what puts me off bmw.
Plenty of issues just like your ktm. Good bikes when everything works
I've had BMWs since 1984 (as well as other brands in there as well) and have bought GS/GSAs six times (OK, one of those purchases was buying the same bike back again....). My R1150GS has done 200,000kms now, two other 1150GSs were bought to tour the UK and Europe at different times, so about 20-25,000kms for those; my R1200GSA LC did 85,000kms before I sold it and my current 1250GSA has nearly 60,000kms on it. My wife has had three BMWs as her most recent bikes (F800R; R1200R LC and now R1250R -- approx 120,00kms across those). Apart from the L/H switchblock on the R1200GSA failing at about 75,000kms (easily replaced with a S/H unit), the bikes have been faultless. Any warranty issues (minor recalls and a dud battery) are dealt with by BMW dealers easily, willingly and courteously and without the same sort of issues that DSR has had to put up with from KTM.
@@couttsy222 Glad you have such good history with BMW. (I know people who have owned French cars for decades and have only good tings to say about them.)
As with anything in life, luck - both the one you get and the one you make yourself in the manner you (ab)use your stuff - play an important role. Still there is no doubt that the quality of the Beemers have reached a generally high level over the past decade in particular. They still seem to have more electronic issues than most, but that is likely down to the comlexity/number of featured on them.
FWIW, I own a 2008 F800ST with 125,000km on the clock. Apart from a broken stator and a broken drive belt, it has been pretty much faultless.
@@64faffi - You make a couple of very prudent observations. Whilst we do lots of miles and our bikes have to get us through "unwise" situations that we end up in, we look after our bikes. Lets face it -- they cost a lot of money so it's worth looking after them! Motorcycling is what we do, so if we look after them, they look after us 😉.
Those F800s are a pretty capable bike and it's great to see that you're getting the most from it!
(As an aside, we had 25 years of almost trouble-free running from Peugeots, so I agree about your comment regarding French cars as well!)
What about the new Triumph Tiger 🐅?
I haven’t ridden the triumph range yet, but if i purely went off looks then I’m shallow and id say it doesn’t really do it for me, I don’t imagine opening the garage up and seeing it in there. That said, its more in the ride than how it looks so i will hold further judgment of the bike :)
Don't sleep on the Tracer 9 GT.
Personally not in the same league as the other sport tourers out there.
3 more years and we will see a 1500 GS😆
Can’t wait 😝
Of all the bikes I've ever owned from from Japan, Europe and England the BMW is the worst all around. Fit was average finish real good ,but ride and handling was terrible, riding position cramped and over reach , engineering is ridiculous , the poorest overall quality I've seen on any bike I've owned riden or worked on. Just junk , very expensive junk .
Was it the GS you owned?
2003 so it's an older one , maybe there better but I don't see why they would be . Didn't mean to be so negative but I aways had higher expectations from BMW then when I finally spent the big money, I was so disappointed.
Good luck !
Thanks for the video's
Not at all - we’re all allowed an opinion. Thanks for your comment 👍
I was waiting for a personal opinion, how they compare, against the ktm. Powerwise, suspension, fun factor...Sadly nothing. Even beetween bmw`s .What do you feel, not the manual, how to turn the wheel to turn on cruise control... I am thinking myself about buying one of them,but you didn`t help me much with a choice.
Erm.. well there were opinions in there but if I didn't give you the opinion you want, perhaps check out someone else's video...? And if you want a comparison video, perhaps... watch a comparison video.
Just my opinion. 😁
@@DSR1YT You should'nt be putting yourself out there if you don't appreciate any negative comments, I agree totally with Arek, all you do is run through the spec sheet, which anyone can do without watching a video. People want your opinion, I watched your XR video and 75% of it was the same as this one, the dash, electronics, basically the whole cockpit is the same on most big BMWs and people know that. How the bike made you feel, how is the acceleration, the handling??? Heated grips on this and the XR by the way have 3 options not 4,off does'nt really count, that's like saying a bike without heated grips has just one setting
By the way Arek it's a great do it all bike, i've had 4, riding an XR now and loving being back on a 4, something tells me i'll be back on a GSA though at some time
I would imagine most people looking to spend over 20k on a bike have done a bit of research, I think we watch the videos to learn a bit more than just facts and figures
So, have you done a test ride yourself? Wouldn´t that be more important to you?
Do we not appreciate negative comments? Sounds like you don't appreciate my opinion on your mate's comment, but that's my opinion. I really couldn't speak for you as you have spoken for me. Thanks for your feedback, criticism, or jibes, not sure? But thank you. 🤙
Lol GS... 6:00 people just ignore using shifting when ride on these bikes. Are you all Eco driving nowdays ? yes not exceeding 4k rev you can own a car instead. I dont see the point of owning a 2 wheel tractor.
It's not a sports bike 🤨
don't do it dude you're not old enough for a start!
That’s like saying I can’t grown a proper beard so I shouldn’t own a Harley :)
The “age myth” from those who haven’t ridden the bike hard…and off road…and in the cold and shitty weather…to appreciate its capabilities. This is not an “old fart to the coffee shop” bike…unless you want it to be, and then it will do that well too. 😁
@@davidkendall1614 Exactly, those that haven't ridden one are too scared they will realise how good they rally are. If you want a spirited comfortable ride this can certainly deliver, yet to get it mine off road but I don't have the right tyres on at the moment, next set will be more accustomed to road and off road.