BMW R1300 GS First Ride with Automated Shift Assistant (ASA) | Honda Africa Twin DCT in Trouble?

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  • @UncleWally3
    @UncleWally3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +128

    I hated my Africa Twin’s DCT until I learned how to use it, now I wouldn’t want an Africa Twin without it. It will be interesting to see further DCT - ASA comparisons, especially those that speak with more detail about the many technical advantages and disadvantages.

    • @neserp135
      @neserp135 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Same here, got a dct last week, was weird for the first 30min then it happened, now i love it!!

    • @themessenger4Jesus
      @themessenger4Jesus 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      💯💯💯 I have a Honda Africa adventure sport DCT. My first one and wow this things is amazing.

    • @enjoy4elements921
      @enjoy4elements921 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Got my NT1100 DCT 3 weeks ago and made 1'600 km - never ever anything else again. Also for spectacularly narrow U-Turns with the rear break. Love it!

    • @UncleWally3
      @UncleWally3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@neserp135 Good for you. I’ve been riding many bikes for over fifty years, it took me a full season and 30k to appreciate the DCT. For me, it’s off tarmac that got me hooked. That said, on tarmac the whole package works for me, but it’s not for everyone.

    • @UncleWally3
      @UncleWally3 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@enjoy4elements921 Honda doesn’t sell the NT in North America . . . pity.

  • @Inhumase
    @Inhumase 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +33

    for me personally absolutely perfect. this is what I was waiting for to start riding a motorcycle after 32 years. ordered and waiting for it to arrive.

  • @MotoRideswJohn
    @MotoRideswJohn 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

    It's been somewhat of a surprise with KTM, BMW, Yamaha all announcing new automated shifting models this year. Having owned both DCT ATs and Gold Wings, I found the system to be perfectly reliable and usable, if not so much *perfect*. I think it's great to have this as an option for those riders who need or desire it.

    • @jimporter
      @jimporter 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Not really a surprise. EU regulation came into effect in July to require cars, trucks and buses to include speed limiting technology and other tech. Bikes were exempt from this because the technology was not there, but manufacturers can see the writing on the wall and as those requirements are easier to implement on auto bikes manufacturers are preparing.

    • @jimporter
      @jimporter 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not really a surprise. EU regulation came into effect in July to require cars, trucks and buses to include speed limiting technology and other tech. Bikes were exempt from this because the technology was not there, but manufacturers can see the writing on the wall and as those requirements are easier to implement on auto bikes manufacturers are preparing.

    • @Nxxi.
      @Nxxi. 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      From what Honda told me at the bike show - they had a patent that expired this year allowing other brands to release auto shifting bikes. Hence why more and more brands are now releasing the tech.

    • @wallacemjr
      @wallacemjr 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Nxxi. I don't think so, there was already a Yamaha with this system

    • @motolover5697
      @motolover5697 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Nxxi. it is a completely different system, nothing to do with Honda.

  • @GSAirTherapy
    @GSAirTherapy 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    Good to see that BMW is offering options for riders who don’t want to bother with manual riding. This could bring new riders to the community who did not want the “complexity” of 4 limbs doing 4 different things.

    • @BlackBirdieGolf
      @BlackBirdieGolf 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      They are only doing it because Honda sells a ton of DCT's lol I'm going to look at the RT 1300 ASA when it comes out.

    • @Sena121
      @Sena121 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@BlackBirdieGolf Its more that BMW realized that the old Gen is dying out, the people who want to have a high quality vehicle but do everything with full control on everything. Its the same in the cars, they stepped back from RWD in the BMW 1 (must be their first car with no RWD since they were founded) and they now using automatic transmission more and more (and actually useful ones, early ATs from BMW were the worst shit ever), since younger drivers dont wanna stir the gasoline anymore.
      Also with more and more extrem regulations of exhaust gases from the EU and the cost for BEVs its very likely that many people will ride on 2 tires in the future, since its much cheaper, and the bans on fossil fuel motors here are mostly towards cars, not motorcycles or scooters. So its a smart move to go into more and more things like this, making it easer even for total idiots to ride a bike.

  • @markim224
    @markim224 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Just got a test drive at the same bike at louyet waterloo, and i can say: OMG what a beaty. The new ASA woks like a dream, i wasnt expecting such a good felling at an automatic bike, the power and the gear shiffinting was just on point. BMW did a great job at this new system

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Couldn't agree more! 😁👌

  • @jfarlandutube
    @jfarlandutube 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +24

    Looks interesting. I have an African twin with the DTC and I love the way that bike operates.

  • @Davennep
    @Davennep หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I have had a Honda Africa Twin with DCT twice. Works really great and drives very relaxed. But what I could not get used to was the constant braking on the engine when you approach a traffic light for example. I now have an Africa Twin with clutch again and now I can disengage the clutch and roll out quietly. The DCT has advantages but also disadvantages.

  • @mattspencer4395
    @mattspencer4395 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +137

    DCT is proven and works incredibly well. I will stick with AT and Japanese reliability.

    • @GCTO239
      @GCTO239 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Completely agree

    • @Crsf84
      @Crsf84 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Japanese reliability?

    • @GCTO239
      @GCTO239 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +29

      @@Crsf84 yes, Japanese quality and reliability exist. In more than 26 years and 500.000 km of riding Japanese bikes (Kawa, Suzuki, Honda) I did not have a single (!!!) issue. If you can't call that reliability, it does not exist at all.

    • @bcuzicancuellar5478
      @bcuzicancuellar5478 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

      @@GCTO239I’m on my 5th DCT bike and all generations with over 200,000 miles. Not one issue so far! It’s an ingenious system!

    • @GCTO239
      @GCTO239 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      @@bcuzicancuellar5478 I can absolutely confirm that, mate!

  • @jimthompson717
    @jimthompson717 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    It's the way of the future. Inevitable. I was a die hard manual shifter in all my cars, and switched to automatic when it made sense.

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Same here , I always laughed with automatic gearboxes....but damn I love playing with shifter paddles now on the steering wheel 😅

    • @kugangles9860
      @kugangles9860 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Motorcycles aren't cars so I'd rather keep my standard manual shifting.

    • @lynnyoung577
      @lynnyoung577 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Me too.

  • @timhenry6403
    @timhenry6403 2 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Geez man, thank you for this video. I’ve watched so many videos on the BMW GA and GSA, mostly Brits waffling on ,sucking air in through their teeth and spewing verbal diarrhea, so your video was refreshing and made me lol a few times with your energetic commentary!!!! Well done!!!

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks Tim appreciate the feedback 😁👌

  • @Hondadctrider
    @Hondadctrider 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I have a disability on my left hand which prevents me from using a clutch. I ride a 2014 Honda NC 750X DCT and I absolutely love it. I would love a cruiser so I will probably be buying a Honda rebel 1100T DCT early next year. My ideal bike would be a Yamaha MT09/MT10 so I was excited to read that Yamaha are releasing a clutchless MT09 early next year.

    • @TheRealDasluft
      @TheRealDasluft 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Myself my left foot is paralized and cannot use a shift lever. The nx750 got me back on two wheels after 25 years. I now have the AT DCT and love it but it will be great to also be able to ride a GS or a Yama

  • @CharlieMirakel
    @CharlieMirakel 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I have been driving with a clutch for over 40 years and it always will be that way. If you unexpectedly rev too low and the engine starts to jerk (think of rough terrain or steep bends in the mountains), you need your manual clutch. Period.
    And furthermore, one of the things that makes motorcycling fun for me is that I can operate the machine myself and play with the wide variety of possibilities. That's why I would never want an automatic transmission on my motorcycle.

  • @7M43XT
    @7M43XT 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very good demonstration of how ASA works. Have owned multiple Honda DCT bikes - a 2010 Honda VFRD 1200, a 2012 Honda VFRD 1200, a 2020 Honda Africa Twin and a 2022 Honda Rebel DCT. The 2010 VFR and Honda Rebel are now both traded away. Been waiting for other manufacturers to jump on board with this type of technology. Have enjoyed all of these automated clutch bikes. Will be taking a hard look at the 2025 BMW R 1300 RT with ASA when available in Canada.

  • @AlexGSAdventures
    @AlexGSAdventures 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    I've been riding motorcycles for 15 years and I'm very comfortable with shifting manually, but as someone who also does very long rides/road trips, I'm mostly interested in how it can help reduce driver fatigue - I have a reservation for a 1300 GSA, hopefully will be delivered in November, I ordered it with the ASA for that reason. Hopefully I won't regret it!

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Trust me....you won't 😁. Until it breaks down lol , but if no issues you will love it!

  • @dmytrotyshchuk3481
    @dmytrotyshchuk3481 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    An interesting review of the ASA.
    But what about the minimum speed maneuvers when we use the clutch slipping zone on the usual transmission ? This is the most interesting part! For the sake of complete disclosure of the topic, the continuation should be made.

  • @dhc8guru
    @dhc8guru 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I think the e-clutch is fantastic. Much more so than a DCT. I love shifting but had a foot injury that limits my ankle range of motion that makes shifting difficult. So, I could see that for people with foot or left hand motion issues, this is a game changer.
    So people may frown on this technology but they aren’t considering how many more riders this will attract into riding and how this will allow older riders to keep riding.

  • @Piergiovanni
    @Piergiovanni 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great video, I just bought an R18 but I think that this will be the next motorcycle I will buy in a couple of years

  • @SUPERFLUID88
    @SUPERFLUID88 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    I’m old so I will stick to the manual African Twin it is what I learned on and enjoy using the clutch

    • @deldridg
      @deldridg 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You and me mate. I'm 56 and can't imagine ever owning an auto car or bike.

  • @LXDDLE10
    @LXDDLE10 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    For those who find this appealing (AT DCT buyers) this looks a treat. Not sure it's for me but it looks like BMW has done a very good job.

  • @todde.richardson
    @todde.richardson 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    That is awesome! Great review. I’m not a big BMW fan, but respect. I do have a AT DCT and love it! (Been riding consistently for 49 years.) It is 2024, not 1984. History shows that new and improved technology is always poo pooed at first, then “we embrace”. “That’s one small step for [BMW], one giant leap for [motorcyclist].”

  • @mhvshn
    @mhvshn 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I really like how DCT works, need to try ASA just to compare

  • @pgVeritas
    @pgVeritas 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Smokey....look at you! You have got to be the first road tester in the World to ride the new ASA GS!! Well done, you deserve it. Your channel should have millions of subscribers. I've been with you since 20k and watched your channel grow. It's easily the most entertaining channel out there. You are so funny, and I bet you Papa Francis will be putting an order in immediately for a GS to get him up and down between the Vatican and Castel Gandolfo in the summer.....I know, he scrapped the summer residence along with his Batmobile, Red Slippers, ornate stuff and went all in for a Fiat Panda and the bus! You need to go to the Vatican for a blessing so the Belgian Police can't touch you for your judicious use of 145bhp.....

    • @motolover5697
      @motolover5697 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      there were some others as well. Som even own the new bike with the ASA.

    • @dreamcrusher112
      @dreamcrusher112 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      glazing

  • @petrkarv
    @petrkarv 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    I predict that most bikes will be some form of automatic within 5-10 years. Just like what happened to cars. About time. Love DCT.

    • @icecorner87
      @icecorner87 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      sad

    • @Inhumase
      @Inhumase 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@icecorner87 That's called evolution. I"m happy for that.

    • @icecorner87
      @icecorner87 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Inhumase u are happy for stupid stuff

    • @Inhumase
      @Inhumase 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@icecorner87 so I assume you're still washing laundry in the creek

    • @icecorner87
      @icecorner87 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Inhumase i still got that antique farming equipment, your Mom

  • @m4ci3j88
    @m4ci3j88 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    After watching video I am really positively surprised by working of this system. Still DCT is so well tested, and for someone who doesn't need BMW emblem on bike the choice is obvious. Honda put AT in premium bikes first but almost immediately it was an option on a budget machines which was like saying to whole market "Look we are so sure about our new technology that we can put it in commuter bikes". Great respect.
    I doubt the problem with sales on new GS is due lack of automatic transmission, because previous GS didn't have such thing and was selling like crazy, especially if you think about the premium price tag. I am very curious about the reliability of this design, but we will need to wait few years to find out.

    • @thomasdoe6768
      @thomasdoe6768 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There is no problem with sales, lol. I waited 6 month for my bike, simply because they were not availeable ^^

    • @wallacemjr
      @wallacemjr 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thomasdoe6768 This is a sales problem lol. It could be that some people have opted for another brand because they didn't want to wait.

  • @OntarioAndrews415
    @OntarioAndrews415 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I heard it was coming when the new R1300GSA came out, but I thought it was be on the 2025 R1300GS moving forward.
    I hope they offer it in all their GS bikes.
    Thanks for being the first to review this ASA. Cheers!

  • @adammcdonagh915
    @adammcdonagh915 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My biggest concern was if you did have a " serious failure/problem", the bike would be stuck in Park or in gear and you'd be unable to roll the bike out of harms way or tow it. But now I see that if you hit the "kill switch" the bike can be rolled.
    I knew BMW wouldn't let me down!
    Good Job Smokey! Another informative video... Thanks.

    • @vladalexandru5861
      @vladalexandru5861 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It can never be in park or stuck. On the Africa Twin DCT it automatically goes to neutral when you power down. You have a manual parking break lever.

  • @dannyfiset7440
    @dannyfiset7440 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    j'ai une africa twin dct 2020 et j'aime beaucoup. J'jusqu'à maintenant, je ne comprenais pas pourquoi honda était seul à fabriquer ce genre de transmission. Je suis convaincu, que ce système fonctionne à merveille sur cette gs!

  • @LifeofSmokey
    @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    More problems or a nice invention? Let me know in the comments 😎

    • @donkeek8107
      @donkeek8107 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Nice invention!

    • @mehdimed1568
      @mehdimed1568 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Current lever is complete trash so this one only has to be better

    • @Rainer.M67
      @Rainer.M67 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      As long as its not burning or need a tension strap its okay 😅

    • @GCTO239
      @GCTO239 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Problems are already waiting around the corner...

    • @AlpesMoto
      @AlpesMoto 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice invention for sure.

  • @robertscarisbrick7245
    @robertscarisbrick7245 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Hi Smokey !! Sitting in my garage waiting for my new Africa Twin dct e/s to arrive !! Same colour as the one you’ve been riding 👍 Will be my first AT !! Since 2007 Iv had 4 bmw GSAs !! Single , and twin cam and then 2 watercooled bikes !! I have to say I enjoyed the earlier oil/air cooled bikes more . The very light controls and bmw fly by wire doesn’t do it for me anymore !! Thought I’d try a Honda and your recent reviews confirmed my feelings !! Think the dct adds another layer of enjoyment to the Honda were as it’ll just be another worry on the Beemer !! After a lot of Euro bikes I’m back riding Japanese !! For the money my 2020 T7 has been the best purchase every 👍 Love your reviews Smokey 💪👍😎

  • @MichaelCoates
    @MichaelCoates 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Rode the 1300 for a week earlier this year. This addresses another problem for them. A very clunky quick shifter which struggled at highway rpms.
    Shame they haven't improved the shift cam as well

  • @GCTO239
    @GCTO239 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    It will cause problems and break down on customer bikes. Mark my words on that. Just look at the 1300 GS's shitshow of a track record. 😂 In comparison DCT is perfection and never breaks. Clearly superior technology. Smokey, great job again. 🤙🏼

  • @MHeadroom
    @MHeadroom 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Too funny! As soon as you said electronic motor I thought” More expensive sh?t that will break down”…..and then you said exactly that. 🤣

  • @KerryMurray-m8q
    @KerryMurray-m8q 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I predict this will become a popular option for touring and commuting riders who don't ride off road.

  • @GillyBikes
    @GillyBikes 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The DCT works well on the Honda’s. I’m sure many will buy this version of the GS. I can’t wait to try / review one myself. 👍

  • @marcusortelius8375
    @marcusortelius8375 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What is missed about my DCT bike was that you couldn't just give it a little rev without the bike going forward. Switched it for a GS. If I go for a 1300, it will be with a clutch.

    • @Amarnath2k2
      @Amarnath2k2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What about neutral, 😅

  • @andrewtofts7884
    @andrewtofts7884 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Just taken delivery of a 2025 Africa Twin DCT after 10 years of BMWs (1 RT, 1 GS and two GSAs); all brilliant bikes, but I prefer the ATAS DCT already.

    • @Waldo1122
      @Waldo1122 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The 2025 Africa Twin isn't even available yet...

    • @andrewtofts7884
      @andrewtofts7884 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Waldo1122 yes it is, I have one. Honda started issuing the 2025 models from the end of July.

  • @LMTUHPWATERJETTING
    @LMTUHPWATERJETTING 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    More stuff that can break down. Mine automatic height control just broke down on mine 1300GS 😢

    • @rkr6237
      @rkr6237 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sorry to hear. How old is the bike?

  • @donkeek8107
    @donkeek8107 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Hi Smokey, I am really really tempted to buy a GS with ASA. But I already have a 1300GS…… and I love it!! But ASA is an improvement I think (clutch on mine is a bit clunky in the 1-2 gears) Would have loved it if they offered this when they introduced the 1300. Maybe I will visit my local dealer 😇

    • @jacobclaassens
      @jacobclaassens 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      The wife would never know if you come back with the same colour bike but missing a clutch lever 🤫

  • @capobiancg
    @capobiancg 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Smokey, Does it have reverse? I'd like it more in an RT version. Thanks. -Glen

  • @joebogger4776
    @joebogger4776 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely loved your ASA introduction. Informative and fun like always. Only thing I didn’t get is if the automatic back shifting changes in dynamic.
    Also I have to wait until someone tries ASA offroad.

  • @Craigmo900
    @Craigmo900 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great review! I'm impressed with the functionality. It seems like it could deal with an emergency stop while splitting lanes (California) without causing any jerky movements, and allow you to get right back on the throttle to carry on.
    But, is it worth the price? Hmm....
    This is where I really appreciate electric vehicle performance. You can be buttery smooth accelerating & deceleration... Just need battery tech to catch up for range / recharge on m-cycles.

  • @pulluporshutup8115
    @pulluporshutup8115 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fascinating tech and I guess it was inevitable that this comes. I can definitely see this get adapted quickly. As long as they can make it work reliable.

  • @charm_lvla
    @charm_lvla 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I have a CRF1100 DCT. Can’t wait to check out BMW’s asa system on the GS.

  • @dancarlin5434
    @dancarlin5434 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The technology is intresting, personally i feel bmw should have left a standard clutch as a backup/option for different riding demands

  • @drgeoffangel5422
    @drgeoffangel5422 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I tried a bike with an automatic clutch , if you like the sensation of your bike being out of control, when it changes on its own accord, coming into corners etc, then its for you. The only automatic engine is found in a true belt driven twist and go, they are smooth and brilliant! And due to friction in the system, just take your hand off the throttle and they will slow you down nice and gentle like!

  • @j.m.3666
    @j.m.3666 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Do you think the ASA system will be incorporated into models like the F800GS or will it only be used with boxer engines? It would be very interesting if it were incorporated into almost the entire range.

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Think they will use it on all models in the future 😊

    • @j.m.3666
      @j.m.3666 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@LifeofSmokey When we talk about the future, how far ahead are we? I would like to buy the F800GS right now. That's why I have a question. Thanks for your answer.

  • @DoggyDinnerTime
    @DoggyDinnerTime 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wunderlich sells a cup holder for the gsa which makes absolute sense now

  • @windinthewillows6248
    @windinthewillows6248 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    To be fair to Honda, they started this game and have persisted to a point where dct is very good. I think the other manufacturers have finally come round to the concept, but obviously they have learnt from Honda’s experience and refined their take on what they think is best. Time will tell, but I expect it’s more legislation and emissions driven.

  • @prakashlamani7832
    @prakashlamani7832 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    watching you video or the first time ,i should say that was fun

  • @johnmacdonald1878
    @johnmacdonald1878 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    0ne of those things I didn't know I needed. I will probably stick with a regular clutch. For the time being maybe later on I might be interested.

  • @imnishar
    @imnishar 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    really loved the experience from the home screen...would go up for it prolly next year when its available

  • @Skiamakhos
    @Skiamakhos 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This looks pretty darned good. I'm an Africa Twin DCT owner & I love my DCT but it looks as though BMW's D mode is more like our S or S2 - a lot more peppy. I do think the whole thing with needing to hold in the front brake is a bit of extra faff nobody really needs though. With DCT it's just get on, turn the key, press the switch to start the engine, switch to D mode from neutral & go. One big question though - can you bump start an R1300GS with ASA? I love how they've managed to minimise the extra weight. Time will tell as regards the electronics - do BMW Motorrad electronics have a rep for reliability?

  • @pietrod5574
    @pietrod5574 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I mean, realistically in the new 1300 one would use the clutch only to go from 1st to 2nd, all other gears can be managed with the pedal shift. So, this system makes sense.

  • @Art-kz6zf
    @Art-kz6zf 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video! And as funny as ever, thank you! 😂 ASA looks like a fun rocket 😎

  • @lesliewarren2920
    @lesliewarren2920 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Will it wheelie properly Smokey? We need to know!

  • @DanikPico
    @DanikPico 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I want to see how is it in offroad and if its possible do wheelie on dirt 🤔 I like it at first glance 🤩

    • @motolover5697
      @motolover5697 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      why wouldn't it be possible?

  • @gwwalter01
    @gwwalter01 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That was fun!!😁

  • @verdonrocksphotography3510
    @verdonrocksphotography3510 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    love it, more manufacturers will catch the train shortly.... cheers V!

  • @1JRW1
    @1JRW1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It looks good, but considering BMW have used their customers as test riders for the complete first year of the R1300GS, I don't want to imagine the multiple headaches the BMW ASA test riders (customers) will face.
    Have they already solved the recalls for the cases locking system and the starter relay?

  • @yaseenmahammdi1036
    @yaseenmahammdi1036 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Really it's life changing

  • @markgr1nyer
    @markgr1nyer 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can't wait for it to make it on to the RT. I use my RT for slow speed marshalling and balancing the clutch at walking pace for 2 or 3 hours is a pain in the rear

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You will love it!

    • @markgr1nyer
      @markgr1nyer 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@LifeofSmokey I already have a NC750 with DCT so I know I will. I have an RT for the marshalling and NC for work. Would rather have an RT that does both

  • @zxchselv420
    @zxchselv420 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    At first I thought the r1300 looked so ugly but I was sure about one thing. That the riding characteristics would be amazing on it compared to the r1200/r1250 and mannnn was I right... The bikes riding feel is amazing! And after riding it the looks is kinda sinking in and I like it! Stoked to buy the r1300 GSA next year!

  • @glexu6431
    @glexu6431 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's a pity that they didn't introduce right away with the start of production of GS1300 only after almost a year. In my case, 2 weeks after receiving the motorcycle from the dealer went into the world information about the AGX. I would have bought for sure if there had been such an option then

  • @musamusa2961
    @musamusa2961 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank You Almighty God I will buy one for myself

  • @equalizer4633
    @equalizer4633 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What happens when you killswitch it at low speed?

  • @alfandaniyoga3194
    @alfandaniyoga3194 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It looks like AMT, you just shift the gear and system will control the clutch. Correct me if im wrong ✌️

  • @zigpozema9955
    @zigpozema9955 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Finally I love bmw ❤

  • @tarms1650
    @tarms1650 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks Smokey, great video. Won’t comment on the automatic tranś until I ride one and since I’m not a famous TH-camr like you, that may take some time😂

  • @ezranadasen8192
    @ezranadasen8192 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Smokey ! When is this available to purchase from BMW? Kind regards Ezra

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You can place orders now 😊

  • @Angelos_yu
    @Angelos_yu 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    @smokey How does ASA works with Cruise and Radar ?

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The same , it will do everything like it should 😊

  • @ChuckMahon
    @ChuckMahon 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That top-case is nice looking! Is that OEM?

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah but they fly off so not available anymore 😅🙈

  • @rs44187
    @rs44187 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How to move the bike if the battery is out?

  • @bhargavdutt5418
    @bhargavdutt5418 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Which brand model do you think is more efficient and fun in terms of shift assistance. Is it GS 1300 or African twin?

  • @szoe139
    @szoe139 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm curious how it works offroad. If it does well there, it's an option.

  • @greengreenie55
    @greengreenie55 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    In general electronics is advancing fast and becoming reliable BUT when/if it goes wrong it is a bugger to fix. I've always driven automatic cars and the modern elctronically control boxes are reliable. I've only just got my first quick shifter and keep using the clutch, doh! but I'll learn. Will I get an auto bike, not sure. Good video, review and more craziness.

  • @taffy2wheels577
    @taffy2wheels577 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Honda invented the DCT.. and touch screen. However I would like to have a go on this GS .

  • @bendekimpe35
    @bendekimpe35 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can you suggest reasons not to choose for the automatic gearbox? I mean regarding from driving perspective, because they learn you at the driving school to play with the clutch and you don't have control anymore on the other hand comfort will increase enormous driving in heavy traffic, city traffic.
    How does it feel in comparison with the dual clutch?

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      The Honda DCT feels more smooth , the GS ASA feels a bit more mechanic.

    • @bendekimpe35
      @bendekimpe35 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@LifeofSmokey I see it as an invention, see what happened during the years in the car industry

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@bendekimpe35nobody like automatic cars with paddle shifters....most people don't want manual anymore. For me it's just fun to ride different ways 😁

    • @jantomasowe4562
      @jantomasowe4562 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      One issue I had with my 2016 Africa Twin DCT is I couldn't pull the clutch when coasting slowly to a stop or through tight corners at low revs when the engine would be jerky. I actually wore out the rubber dampers in the rear hub quite fast.

  • @realzcat
    @realzcat 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What I don't understand is how to do all those low speed manoeuvres that normally require the heavy use of the clutch friction zone on this thing. Do you just use the rear brake or what?

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The bike does all the clutching for you 😊

    • @realzcat
      @realzcat 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@LifeofSmokey I mean imagine you need to make a U-turn in a tight space. Normally I would use my clutch lever half way as well as the rear brake and make it at a very slow speed. So, the engine won’t be stalled.

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This bike simply will never ever stall 😊

    • @realzcat
      @realzcat 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@LifeofSmokey wow. Impressive. Got my shiny new 1300 GS on the previous week and honestly I hadn’t known about ASA before.

  • @rodneyharwood5428
    @rodneyharwood5428 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    hey Smokey like to see it off road in some technical sections at slow speed please

  • @kresimirmilisa5560
    @kresimirmilisa5560 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Smokey this is very good bike from bmw😊

  • @spkuse
    @spkuse 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I traded my 2018 Goldwing DCT for my 2023 GSA. No regrets at all. I loved the DCT. It's absolutely flawless. Yeah, it took me some time to get used to a clutch again. This is my first hearing about the ASA. I'm not sure it will be as reliable as the DCT, though. Only time will tell. No way would I trade my GSA for a new ASA. Honda has many years invested in their DCT technology and have ironed out the bugs. Ever since I've ridden a DCT I have said in the back of my mind that other brands will follow suit with their own versions.

  • @wojteksienkiewicz_s3rd
    @wojteksienkiewicz_s3rd 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what I like is that there is another option. So if someone wants it, now they have it :) I don't need it, but I'm sure there are people who breathed a sigh of relief that they can have automatic gear change and GS.

  • @charliebaker3389
    @charliebaker3389 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    This is like the AT dct but with another 45 hp, choice made.

  • @andreasonwheels
    @andreasonwheels 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The only thing i missed on my AT 1100 DCT was the ability to rev ... so can u rev around with this BMW?

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      When you put it in neutral yes 😁

    • @andreasonwheels
      @andreasonwheels 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@LifeofSmokeyyeah same problem like with Honda DCT 😢

  • @cybertalker
    @cybertalker 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    yessss! BMW is king again :)

  • @BIKEINDI
    @BIKEINDI 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's the future of all motorcycles. Automatic transmission

  • @dmitryo6649
    @dmitryo6649 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice video. If you drive a lot in the city and in the traffic, that make sense. Burning up clutch in traffic is not the best case. So i would go for a ASA buying a new motorbike. You have advantage of stop-and-go cases + possibility to switch it manually if you need an old school feeling. Btw, what are the extra costs for ASA option?

  • @neelsoni6889
    @neelsoni6889 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is this ASA going to be available for the GSA as well??

  • @taner3142
    @taner3142 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Why not a rear gear ?

  • @DavidKD2050
    @DavidKD2050 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It was good to see an area that I am familiar with, nice surprise. (From Australia)

  • @m4ci3j88
    @m4ci3j88 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I doubt this will work as good as DCT but let's not get ahead the facts. The real deal would be when you could operate totally manually with clutch lever and gear lever and also fully automatic for lazy cruising or dense city traffic. With all the fairing, comfy suspension and gadgets the style of operating gears (left side) and brakes (right side) is one of the few main differences between car and bike. Removing clutch is like taking it away which is ok on commuter bike like nc750 but on expensive GS it should be preserved somehow. 😉

  • @kenricklabuca4096
    @kenricklabuca4096 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My new dream bike 😍

  • @antondubkov
    @antondubkov 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I don’t understand why motorcycle manufacturers with all their might are trying to stay away from scooter/bicycle “left lever = brake” layout. Automatic transmission just begs for it

  • @gerryryan2302
    @gerryryan2302 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    damn BMW you just killed me , i’ve only just bought a 1300 ..and now i want the ASA …

    • @kemalgunbas
      @kemalgunbas 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too 😂😂😂

    • @thomasdoe6768
      @thomasdoe6768 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@kemalgunbas same here :D

    • @tatmandu1722
      @tatmandu1722 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Same.

    • @Fatcatztravel1250
      @Fatcatztravel1250 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Sly move by BMW, again, never buy when a model is first launched. Give it a year, sort out problems, and always changes/improvements are made.

    • @kemalgunbas
      @kemalgunbas 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Fatcatztravel1250 let’s solve problems together 😄😄😄

  • @FenTour
    @FenTour 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Need to try this myself, could be awesome. May be silly!! Great vid.

  • @mg9955
    @mg9955 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yey better chances for us who dont know how to manual shift. I mean like a lot of us will want to buy now cause of these DUE advancements

  • @carlosalonso9866
    @carlosalonso9866 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi, groetjes vanuit Brussel. Ik heb vroeger een 1250gs gehad en vond de versnellingsbak echt teleurstellend. Ik heb twee vragen. Vindt je dat de ASA de reactiviteit van de versnellingsbak verbeterd? Voelt zich de versnellingsbak nu niet meer zo hard an or heeft de ASA geen invloed erop. Tweede vraag, Ik heb recent jou videos met de Africa Twin AS DCT gekeken omdat ik tussen de GS een de AT aarzel. Je hebt allebei gereden, zit er een groot verschil op straat qua versnelling (niet van 0-200…) en reprise? Bedankt voor jou videos, een keer komen wij ons zeker tegen… Loyet, Honda Mertens, la Butte du Lion… Groetjes

    • @LifeofSmokey
      @LifeofSmokey  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ze rijden beiden super aangenaam en behouden het dna van de motor zelf. Ik zou zeggen gewoon gaan testrijden , het zal je zeker bevallen 😉

  • @2WheelsGood-sui
    @2WheelsGood-sui 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just perfect! 🔥

  • @nickmartinSFX
    @nickmartinSFX หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Beautiful looking bike but the complex automatic electronics puts me off. And apart from it going wrong I'd rather have control and trust myself, over some electronic sensors with my life.. For instance, what do you do if the engine seizes and the back wheel locks up if you can't pull the clutch in to roll away from the skid? You fall off is what you do.
    I was alongside my brother as his engine seized while he was on a bike on motorway with a juggernaut less than 10 metres behind him at 110kmh. If he hadn't been able to pull in his clutch immediately he would have gone under the truck and perished in that moment. I'll never buy a bike that doesn't have a clutch. p.s. if you're reading this Joe, love ya bro :)

  • @albertoramirez8712
    @albertoramirez8712 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Que locura de moto, saludos Smokey