Yeah, 2016 Road King and a ‘22 1250 GSA Triple Black. Best of both worlds. Blessed to be able to have a few nice things, hard work pays off. Enjoyed your video.
Was also thinking of switching from HD Ultra Limited to 1250GS as I am older and would love to shave some weight. I usually do long road trips and was wondering what you thought of the overall wind protection. I do mostly highway riding and don't plan for much off road. Probably spoiled by the faring I think. Test rode a 1300gs and it certainly was a different ride. I found wind and road noise to be quite a bit more than my HD. Thanks for your input!!!!
Yes, you are correct there is quite a bit more wind protection on the H-D. However, I have done some major miles on the highway and found it still comfortable. If I am planning more back roads, I take my BMW as the suspension is far better. If I am planning a mostly highway or freshly paved roads the H-D is 100% the way to go. To make it simple the BMW is the best all-around bike and the H-D is the king of the highway.
Traded my 2018 heritage for a 2022 r1250 gs a couple of years ago. The BMW dealer made me an offer I couldn't refuse. The only regret I have u that I didn't make this move sooner. At 67 and carrying a few physical impairments, if this gs hadn't come along, I probably would have had to hang up my key fob. It is the most comfortable and well balanced bike I've ever owned. Thank you BMW.
I agree with you a lot, I have road glide,22 and a 21 BMW GSA1250. The GSA is such a more Quality Built bike with a whole lot more Features,STOCK! I do like both bikes and will keep them for a while. Nice Video...
The thing is Howie I have driven a GSA for 7 years and planned to rent a Harley for a couple of days and drive on it. I still saving a bit to buy a motorcycle next year may... Just started my own business and redecorating my business unit. But I am still on a crossroad because I know how good GSA 's drive. I drove a testdrive on a SG couple of weeks ago and must say it is also very nice ..a bit more hard work with the SG in the curves. I am not in the position to buy both a GSA and SG but if I was I bought them both too :)) I will let you know what the 2 day test drive on the SG will be gonna do that end of august. But you probably know/feel my big question:which one it is gonna be? I am going to buy /drive it business wise so that's very tax friendly in Holland ( return on V.A.T) and some other deductibles. gr Maurice The Netherlands
Yes I totally understand the big question. Here is my take on it. The BMW is a more practical bike it can be used for anything. It's the one bike that does everything well. I love my big Harley and it's really good for the highway riding and big long trips but not as good on the back bumpy roads. Also where I am in the USA we have lots of cold weather and they salt the roads in winter to keep them from freezing. I'll ride the GS on that but not the Harley. I feel like it's okay to get the BMW dirty. It's meant to get dirty haha. With all this being said I still love the big Harley and I don't plan to sell it. Sometimes it's exactly what I want to ride!
I drove my. adventure for 6 years winter and summer @@HowiesAdventures ..I have no intention to to that anymore .. well in august I ll rent a SG for a long weekend ... as i said i already test drive it but that was for 20 minutes also the road glide i drove .The road glide steering is more easily but i dont like the fairing ..I ll keep you updated about the renting of the SG ... nice vids Howie.. after a winter drive i always rinsed my bike off cause the salt is a killer..roads in holland are pretty OK and not bumpy. I saw the other vid from you where you took the just newly paved road ...man what a great place you live ..really nice. when you drive 4 hours to germany you have similar roads like where you live and europe got some real nice routes .. gr Maurice
@@mauriceborsboom40 yes definitely keep me updated. There is a lot of many great riding roads here in the USA. It’s a very big country with many things to see. I am hoping to do a cross country ride next summer
Hey @@HowiesAdventures .. made my decision I bought A new GSA last week ..just busy in my business unit what will be the garage for my bike and next week I go for 2 weeks offshore for work and when I am back I will pick it up around the 21 st of September... It will be pimped a bit ..it is a triple black and the crashbars will be mat black and some other thing ... .. Can't wait to pick it up... :) Howie.. Gr Maurice
@@mauriceborsboom40 smart choice. The more I ride my BMW the more I really enjoy it. I just got back from a 1000 mile trip last weekend and my first time to Canada on it.
Had both 2020, travelled long ways with both, the RDS was great, but, I had to spend a lot of money on my Harley RDS (seats, extras, lights, etc..) and veredicto NO MORE HARLEYS for me.
I had an 09 Ultra Classic and bought a 14 1200 GSA. I eventually sold the Harley. Now I have a 22 1250 RT. I’ve just been drawn to the way the BMW’s perform and not having to spend thousands on upgrades.
Great bike. Have you considered the thought of waiting for upcoming R1300GS this Sep before buying this model? What made you decided to get this model anyway?
I was saving for a used 1200 and wasn't even considering a new bike because I have my Street Glide originally. After learning a bit more on the 1250 I decided to go new. To be honest the 1300 didn't even really cross my mind and still doesn't make me wish I waited.
After four months do you find yourself riding one bike over the other? I have a BMW R1250R and a SGS and love both bikes. The R (with the same engine as the GSA) is great for around town and day rides while the SGS is best for touring and highway riding. I am considering the GSA but feel it is a touring bike just like the SGS. Your thoughts?
Great question that I am still figuring out myself. Touring riding is my favorite style of riding that's why I went with the GSA. I knew I wanted something that could tackle some off-road and the GSA does that very well which I expected however what I didn't expect is just how good of a sport touring bike the GSA is! Yes, you do feel a little bit more air on the GSA vs the StreetGlide but I was extremely shocked at how comfortable and fun the GSA is on long weekend trips. The honeymoon stage is over, and I am riding the StreetGlide again. 4 Months ago, I would have said I should sell the StreetGlide but today I am very happy I didn't. They are two very different bikes that it seems I am riding them about the same now for different things. On paper the BMW is a better bike and I agree but the Harley brings a culture that the BMW does not. My daughters and wife prefer the Harley so enjoying this hobby with them is something special that only the Harley brings. Hope this helps hahaha.
congrats man on the new bike , please we need comparison video between Harley and the GS cuz I'm confuse between an ultra limited and the GS still figuring which bike should I choose
Thank you and yes I will work on this for a video very soon. It’s not a easy choice haha. Both are such great motorcycles but very different from each other.
yup very different in every way, but still very diversified specially when we compare it in long trip or taking a trip across the country. it's very confusing when I try to choose one of them @@HowiesAdventures
Yeah, 2016 Road King and a ‘22 1250 GSA Triple Black. Best of both worlds. Blessed to be able to have a few nice things, hard work pays off. Enjoyed your video.
Hard work definitely does pay off. Thank you for watching.
Was also thinking of switching from HD Ultra Limited to 1250GS as I am older and would love to shave some weight. I usually do long road trips and was wondering what you thought of the overall wind protection. I do mostly highway riding and don't plan for much off road. Probably spoiled by the faring I think. Test rode a 1300gs and it certainly was a different ride. I found wind and road noise to be quite a bit more than my HD. Thanks for your input!!!!
Yes, you are correct there is quite a bit more wind protection on the H-D. However, I have done some major miles on the highway and found it still comfortable. If I am planning more back roads, I take my BMW as the suspension is far better. If I am planning a mostly highway or freshly paved roads the H-D is 100% the way to go. To make it simple the BMW is the best all-around bike and the H-D is the king of the highway.
Traded my 2018 heritage for a 2022 r1250 gs a couple of years ago. The BMW dealer made me an offer I couldn't refuse. The only regret I have u that I didn't make this move sooner. At 67 and carrying a few physical impairments, if this gs hadn't come along, I probably would have had to hang up my key fob. It is the most comfortable and well balanced bike I've ever owned. Thank you BMW.
They really are an incredible bike! I was riding mine today and the thought of how impressed with the engine alone came to mind.
I agree with you a lot, I have road glide,22 and a 21 BMW GSA1250. The GSA is such a more Quality Built bike with a whole lot more Features,STOCK! I do like both bikes and will keep them for a while. Nice Video...
Thank you for watching! Both are awesome motorcycles.
i love my 2010 ultra classic, but my 05 gs definitely gets more miles.
I am 99% sure I’ll be in the same boat. I love my StreetGlide and it’s my wife’s first choice but I know I’ll ride the GS more
The thing is Howie I have driven a GSA for 7 years and planned to rent a Harley for a couple of days and drive on it.
I still saving a bit to buy a motorcycle next year may... Just started my own business and redecorating my business unit.
But I am still on a crossroad because I know how good GSA 's drive.
I drove a testdrive on a SG couple of weeks ago and must say it is also very nice ..a bit more hard work with the SG in the curves.
I am not in the position to buy both a GSA and SG but if I was I bought them both too :))
I will let you know what the 2 day test drive on the SG will be gonna do that end of august.
But you probably know/feel my big question:which one it is gonna be?
I am going to buy /drive it business wise so that's very tax friendly in Holland ( return on V.A.T) and some other deductibles.
gr
Maurice
The Netherlands
Yes I totally understand the big question. Here is my take on it. The BMW is a more practical bike it can be used for anything. It's the one bike that does everything well. I love my big Harley and it's really good for the highway riding and big long trips but not as good on the back bumpy roads. Also where I am in the USA we have lots of cold weather and they salt the roads in winter to keep them from freezing. I'll ride the GS on that but not the Harley. I feel like it's okay to get the BMW dirty. It's meant to get dirty haha. With all this being said I still love the big Harley and I don't plan to sell it. Sometimes it's exactly what I want to ride!
I drove my. adventure for 6 years winter and summer @@HowiesAdventures ..I have no intention to to that anymore .. well in august I ll rent a SG for a long weekend ... as i said i already test drive it but that was for 20 minutes also the road glide i drove .The road glide steering is more easily but i dont like the fairing ..I ll keep you updated about the renting of the SG ... nice vids Howie..
after a winter drive i always rinsed my bike off cause the salt is a killer..roads in holland are pretty OK and not bumpy.
I saw the other vid from you where you took the just newly paved road ...man what a great place you live ..really nice.
when you drive 4 hours to germany you have similar roads like where you live and europe got some real nice routes ..
gr
Maurice
@@mauriceborsboom40 yes definitely keep me updated. There is a lot of many great riding roads here in the USA. It’s a very big country with many things to see. I am hoping to do a cross country ride next summer
Hey @@HowiesAdventures .. made my decision I bought A new GSA last week ..just busy in my business unit what will be the garage for my bike and next week I go for 2 weeks offshore for work and when I am back I will pick it up around the 21 st of September... It will be pimped a bit ..it is a triple black and the crashbars will be mat black and some other thing ... .. Can't wait to pick it up... :) Howie.. Gr Maurice
@@mauriceborsboom40 smart choice. The more I ride my BMW the more I really enjoy it. I just got back from a 1000 mile trip last weekend and my first time to Canada on it.
I but will get the Harley back.😅
Had both 2020, travelled long ways with both, the RDS was great, but, I had to spend a lot of money on my Harley RDS (seats, extras, lights, etc..) and veredicto NO MORE HARLEYS for me.
Totally agree that the HD you have to spend so much more on to get it right. The BMW is really really good out of the box!
I had an 09 Ultra Classic and bought a 14 1200 GSA. I eventually sold the Harley. Now I have a 22 1250 RT. I’ve just been drawn to the way the BMW’s perform and not having to spend thousands on upgrades.
The performance of the BMWs is absolutely top notch! This is my first BMW and I was very surprised with it.
Great bike. Have you considered the thought of waiting for upcoming R1300GS this Sep before buying this model? What made you decided to get this model anyway?
I was saving for a used 1200 and wasn't even considering a new bike because I have my Street Glide originally. After learning a bit more on the 1250 I decided to go new. To be honest the 1300 didn't even really cross my mind and still doesn't make me wish I waited.
Cool stuff!! I love the adventure bikes I want one too !! LOL stay safe!
Thanks brother. I can't wait to get this thing out on some adventures!
I currently have a HD road glide special 2016 …. I can’t save it and also get the GSA. I’m thinking to trade it in for a GSA.
They are both such amazing bikes you really can't go wrong with either one. I am working on putting together a " If I could only keep one" video.
@@HowiesAdventures thank you for your reply. Looking forward to watching it
After four months do you find yourself riding one bike over the other? I have a BMW R1250R and a SGS and love both bikes. The R (with the same engine as the GSA) is great for around town and day rides while the SGS is best for touring and highway riding. I am considering the GSA but feel it is a touring bike just like the SGS. Your thoughts?
Great question that I am still figuring out myself. Touring riding is my favorite style of riding that's why I went with the GSA. I knew I wanted something that could tackle some off-road and the GSA does that very well which I expected however what I didn't expect is just how good of a sport touring bike the GSA is! Yes, you do feel a little bit more air on the GSA vs the StreetGlide but I was extremely shocked at how comfortable and fun the GSA is on long weekend trips. The honeymoon stage is over, and I am riding the StreetGlide again. 4 Months ago, I would have said I should sell the StreetGlide but today I am very happy I didn't. They are two very different bikes that it seems I am riding them about the same now for different things. On paper the BMW is a better bike and I agree but the Harley brings a culture that the BMW does not. My daughters and wife prefer the Harley so enjoying this hobby with them is something special that only the Harley brings. Hope this helps hahaha.
Thanks for the reply. My feelings exactly. Probably will stay with the R and consider the GSA again when it’s time to trade in the SGS. Be safe!
@@stevem2132 No problem and thank you. Ride safe as well.
congrats man on the new bike , please we need comparison video between Harley and the GS cuz I'm confuse between an ultra limited and the GS still figuring which bike should I choose
Thank you and yes I will work on this for a video very soon. It’s not a easy choice haha. Both are such great motorcycles but very different from each other.
yup very different in every way, but still very diversified specially when we compare it in long trip or taking a trip across the country. it's very confusing when I try to choose one of them @@HowiesAdventures
@@rayans2571totally agree. I have taken amazing trips on both bikes but they were very different trips
thank u for the info , waiting on ur video to give a feedback, good luck @@HowiesAdventures