Tested it today, smooth riding - nice sound, easy to handle and the power is just amazing. After 2 month of test riding many bikes I now know what I get in a short time, the 1200 GS. Will list me MANY years for sure, just love it now.
Fun ride - I love the engine sound on my '12 GS - it's hard to get a good reproduction of the sound on a video - the mic just pics up the wind noise so easily. Who knew NY had such beautiful countryside...nice hills and twisty roads - great for motorcycling.
Full throttle and still back view from the mirrors is great, no vibration at all !!!! When I was riding my 08 model sohc engine 105hp adventure above 6000 rpm, I couldn't able to see clearly what's going on back of my bike from my mirrors because of huge vibration :(
Great machine you got there. Must agree totally with Maurice Borsboom though, always attack the corner from the outside, drifting in towards the centre line as you are going round, and then drifting out again. This way it 'straightens' the bend and gives you much better view. I cannot wait to get the GSA, love the sound and especially the tank range. Hopefully soon....
Point taken, I always try to stay away from the middle of the road though, there might be a careless driver out there cross the yellow lines. Roger Morello
Apparently your dealer didn't explain the hazard of confusing the computer by having more than one key at the ignition module. You must keep one and only one chipped key in vicinity of the ignition switch. Looks like you may have several keys on that ring.
I notice you have your ez pass on your windscreen. My fits into the little glove box on top of the gas tank. It's a tight squeeze, but I can get it latched shut.
Whats with all that cog swaping on the road sections? With the torque that lump puts out yer should pop that into top and belt round those slow bends. Taking the correct line would also help. The way your pilot that beast you could end up with some serious gravel rash. Take it easy out there sonny. Nice Bike though..
Great video! I am considering the GS 1200 Adventure, in that olive color, it's such a great bike. One quick question, do you have the regular seat on it? You mentioned in another comment that you were 5'9, I am 5'8 and was wondering if I should order the exclusive low seat from BMW.
NYGlockinator13 I had the normal seat on it, with normal suspension. What is your inseam measurement (from the bottom of your feet to the top of your inner thigh)? I'm at around 35" and the bike was fine during road and light off-road use. It gets a little difficult on more serious/rocky terrain. Once the terrain makes you put your foot down a lot, the weight starts to show really quick. The bike is well engineered so it is balanced, but you cant get away from it being wide and 500lbs.
Kevin Schijven Haha thanks man! Since this video I have traded in for a car, that decision had nothing to do with the greatness of the bike. I actually regret that decision very much. If you have the finances to purchase a GSA I would go for it. This bike has a way of making you feel real special!
David Lim Thanks for the response mate! I had a accident on a bike last year. The other guy is to blame so I am eagerly awaiting my insurance money. If that gets in and if its enough i'm thinking of filming the whole buying and delivery. Cheers
Nice video. I currently ride a 2012 Kawasaki C14 and looking for more comfort, upright seating, and low wind buffeting. I'm considering the K1600GT or 1200 GS, leaning towards GS. Can you comment on buffeting and comfort?
Kevin iraca Sorry for the late reply, the GSA windscreen provides good coverage and I personally experience very low wind buffeting. I'm 5'9" and use a Shoei Neotec or a Qwest. The seat is comfortable but slightly on the firmer side so I would think about a cushion if you want a softer seat. :) All in all this is a very capable long distance hauler. Now if all your going to do is long distance hauling then you might want to check out the K1600. I would take both of them on a test run! :)
Great video-thanks for showing it. I am considering an RS when they come out (or a vfr) but was wondering if there is there any "torque pull" to the right under hard acceleration in the new 1200 lc motor? I've heard the r1200rt has this so was wondering if this new motor does. thx
Windy Run I have not experienced any torque pull/steering to the right on the GSA. If there is then its minute to the point where I haven't noticed it :)
I should have posted my comment here ! Very cool video! You mention you've only been riding for 7 months. What made you decide on the 1200 GSA over the GS ? Is this your first bike ? Am considering buying either the GSA or the GS. But I can't seem to decide between which one. My main concern is whether the larger tank is really necessary. I know the GSA also has different gear ratios, but does this outweigh the larger tank issue (ie. assuming you don't really need the larger tank). Am in Northern NJ, so when i get my bike it would be great to go on ride together. Thanks. --Ramon
Haha I left a long comment on the other video. Thanks for the comment! If your not doing long distance cross-country-type trips, its not necessary, particularly in the United States. From what my friends tell me, there is a gas station every 50-80 miles. On the GS you should be getting about roughly 200 miles per tank. Gear ratios on the GSA are fine, I didn't notice a big difference/change from the previous model. Comment or message me! When are you planning on purchasing?
Bike has enough torque so you don't have to lower your gear when slow down. In other words do not fight to change gears so frequently when you what to enjoy a smooth ride.
George Papadakis Thanks for the comment! Yes, the valve cluttering is normal in the new liquid cooled GS, I asked the techs about it multiple times. :)
@4:53 you get used to the weight ;) I find tight trails to be more challenging, it's all about clutch. I'm almost to 30 sec at a dead stop without a stab to the ground.
1 comment i have: at 10:50 surispe say the truck...you should drive better in the curves ..thatcurve you should take it high right..there will be better view of whats comming after the blind corner...right curved corners what is see you do right...take them high left and then steer in....when you do this you have always the room and time to make corrrections....believe me i did it wronng too...See ya...Maurice
***** Haha its always good to remind yourself that you are not the only one on the road and most times traffic is coming towards you, hence staying more towards the right. I have to tell myself sometimes, the road is not a race track.
Get one :) With that being said, it doesn't have to be a BMW. There are a lot of bikes out there that can give you the same feeling in your pants for a lot cheaper.
William Newby At first I thought it was weird but after multiple visits to the service center and reading forums, the rattle is a given with the new water boxer. These heads like to rattle, but its not really annoying. Just do a couple of full throttle pulls and you'll forget about it in no time ;) (plus its not really noticeable at speed so no worries there)
William Newby Demonstrators always sound like shit.. because no one runs them in and abuse them before they have had a chance.. mechanical parts need to bed in and wear in to each other.. that can't be done when they are melted together at 9,000 rpm!! :)
Great video, it felt like I was behind a simulator game, gave me an idea of how the bike would feel. I wonder how this bitch would handle with a combined Adam and Eve weight of 300 lbs?
Brad Miller Haha I had someone ride shot gun with me and the bike shows little compromise. The ESA is a nice addition to help with added weight. Anything after that is up to the rider :)
sunideh I upped the decibel level in post so that the engine noise was more prominent, I guess along with that the ambient noise got louder as well. I'm not a sound engineer so I couldn't fix this problem. When I listen to this clip its noisy to me too.
agree with but my 15 minutes experience with the bike, my comment is the sound worst than what you're hearing when you're on top of it. The bike look nice, but with such an horrible engine sound is a real torture after 30 min ride.
Just as well we rarely have tire blowouts these days at this speed could be lethal ....We have kangaroos to avoid on our bikes !! I can't say that I like the sound of the engine... My suzuki sounds less agricultural !!!
Woah, careful when the Joey's are around! I agree, I like the sound of a triple or a cross-plane Yamaha power plant better, but this engine is a performer! :)
I've been riding bikes for 58 years and have only 3 bikes at the moment ... I have vintage, ,classic, and modern ... and plan to ride for at least another 58 ...the oldest rider in our club is well over 90 and his wife rides sidecar...I easily keep up with the 1200cc bikes as we have quite hilly winding roads surrounding the city of Perth...I ride a 500cc Suzuki which does 488kms to the tank and is heavy enough not to blow around in a gale .... I can buy 5 new Suzuki's for the price of one BMW which is also a consideration....Ride safe David :))
I'm sure they're a great bike but what's all the fuss about the engine sound? It sounds like an old sewing machine to me - no offence. I ride a '97 Yammy XJ900S and it sounds much nicer (imho). Also, I can't help thinking the traction control and ABS are cheating, what next - automatic gear-change?
I personally also love the sound of the Ducati V-twins and the Triumph Triples but above the sound, this is an amazing performing engine. And for me safety is always a nice bonus when your out there among the crazies. And you always have the choice to turn it off when you want to have fun! :)
The sound in this video (and 95% off all other videos) does not come even close the the original sound. At idle and low-rpm the Boxer sound really great. If you rev it up: not so good anymore.
+sunideh I wish I could take out all the excess noise of the valve clutter but I am not skilled in sound engineering unfortunately. :( Or maybe you just don't like the flat 2-cylinder engine note, which I can understand.
Tested it today, smooth riding - nice sound, easy to handle and the power is just amazing.
After 2 month of test riding many bikes I now know what I get in a short time, the 1200 GS. Will list me MANY years for sure,
just love it now.
Xenos Xanthippe Just take care of her, and she will take care of you :)
U know i love this video, it weirdly just put a nice smooth gentle smile on my face! U made my day! Thank you very much!
Thank you for saying that! Us riders we are all about the joys of life :)
Fun ride - I love the engine sound on my '12 GS - it's hard to get a good reproduction of the sound on a video - the mic just pics up the wind noise so easily. Who knew NY had such beautiful countryside...nice hills and twisty roads - great for motorcycling.
pretty cool, 9w north, done it many times, nice ride
Full throttle and still back view from the mirrors is great, no vibration at all !!!!
When I was riding my 08 model sohc engine 105hp adventure above 6000 rpm, I couldn't able to see clearly what's going on back of my bike from my mirrors because of huge vibration :(
Refinement is one of the GSA's strong points, at a small expense to sheer pantomime. I would be giggling the whole ride if I rode your bike :)
sounds like the chain wants to come out and say hello!
Wow.. very nice country side view with lake
Haha Bear Mountain isn't half bad ;)
Nice vid, congrats. Liked the roads, seem to be nice to ride.
Nice video, i enjoyed watching. Great views!
Thanks!
now you need to do a video on south mountain pass, across from the 123 deli
Great machine you got there. Must agree totally with Maurice Borsboom though, always attack the corner from the outside, drifting in towards the centre line as you are going round, and then drifting out again. This way it 'straightens' the bend and gives you much better view. I cannot wait to get the GSA, love the sound and especially the tank range. Hopefully soon....
Point taken, I always try to stay away from the middle of the road though, there might be a careless driver out there cross the yellow lines. Roger Morello
Apparently your dealer didn't explain the hazard of confusing the computer by having more than one key at the ignition module. You must keep one and only one chipped key in vicinity of the ignition switch. Looks like you may have several keys on that ring.
I notice you have your ez pass on your windscreen. My fits into the little glove box on top of the gas tank. It's a tight squeeze, but I can get it latched shut.
Do the toll booths register your tag when you go by when its in there? I always get worried that it doesn't read..
Nice ride and view. Where would i find these roads?
Whats with all that cog swaping on the road sections? With the torque that lump puts out yer should pop that into top and belt round those slow bends. Taking the correct line would also help. The way your pilot that beast you could end up with some serious gravel rash. Take it easy out there sonny. Nice Bike though..
Looks a great place to ride a bike like that
It was a lot of fun, but I need to find some dirt trails! :)
Great video! I am considering the GS 1200 Adventure, in that olive color, it's such a great bike. One quick question, do you have the regular seat on it? You mentioned in another comment that you were 5'9, I am 5'8 and was wondering if I should order the exclusive low seat from BMW.
NYGlockinator13 I had the normal seat on it, with normal suspension. What is your inseam measurement (from the bottom of your feet to the top of your inner thigh)? I'm at around 35" and the bike was fine during road and light off-road use. It gets a little difficult on more serious/rocky terrain. Once the terrain makes you put your foot down a lot, the weight starts to show really quick. The bike is well engineered so it is balanced, but you cant get away from it being wide and 500lbs.
wow 7 moths riding skils and already on a big GSA props man !!. How is she treating you so far. I'm realy thinking of buying one.
Kevin Schijven Haha thanks man! Since this video I have traded in for a car, that decision had nothing to do with the greatness of the bike. I actually regret that decision very much. If you have the finances to purchase a GSA I would go for it. This bike has a way of making you feel real special!
David Lim Thanks for the response mate!
I had a accident on a bike last year. The other guy is to blame so I am eagerly awaiting my insurance money. If that gets in and if its enough i'm thinking of filming the whole buying and delivery. Cheers
beautiful sound and great vid LIKE : )
Thanks Zoli!
Nice sound!!!
Thanks for the comment!
WHERE IS THIS ! ? It looks like a program off the Travel Channel, lol.
P.S: Sweet Boxer. I envy you.
This is Bear Mountain State Park in New York. Thanks for the comment! :)
Nice video. I currently ride a 2012 Kawasaki C14 and looking for more comfort, upright seating, and low wind buffeting. I'm considering the K1600GT or 1200 GS, leaning towards GS. Can you comment on buffeting and comfort?
Kevin iraca Sorry for the late reply, the GSA windscreen provides good coverage and I personally experience very low wind buffeting. I'm 5'9" and use a Shoei Neotec or a Qwest. The seat is comfortable but slightly on the firmer side so I would think about a cushion if you want a softer seat. :) All in all this is a very capable long distance hauler. Now if all your going to do is long distance hauling then you might want to check out the K1600. I would take both of them on a test run! :)
Great video-thanks for showing it. I am considering an RS when they come out (or a vfr) but was wondering if there is there any "torque pull" to the right under hard acceleration in the new 1200 lc motor? I've heard the r1200rt has this so was wondering if this new motor does. thx
Windy Run I have not experienced any torque pull/steering to the right on the GSA. If there is then its minute to the point where I haven't noticed it :)
Thanks for the info! Much appreciated
I should have posted my comment here !
Very cool video!
You mention you've only been riding for 7 months.
What made you decide on the 1200 GSA over the GS ?
Is this your first bike ?
Am considering buying either the GSA or the GS. But I can't seem to decide between which one. My main concern is whether the larger tank is really necessary. I know the GSA also has different gear ratios, but does this outweigh the larger tank issue (ie. assuming you don't really need the larger tank).
Am in Northern NJ, so when i get my bike it would be great to go on ride together.
Thanks.
--Ramon
Haha I left a long comment on the other video. Thanks for the comment!
If your not doing long distance cross-country-type trips, its not necessary, particularly in the United States. From what my friends tell me, there is a gas station every 50-80 miles. On the GS you should be getting about roughly 200 miles per tank. Gear ratios on the GSA are fine, I didn't notice a big difference/change from the previous model.
Comment or message me! When are you planning on purchasing?
Bike has enough torque so you don't have to lower your gear when slow down. In other words do not fight to change gears so frequently when you what to enjoy a smooth ride.
nice hearing no wind and only vrooooooar vroaaaaaaar ..n1
***** Thank you! :)
best vid.....
Joseph Saliba Thank you!
awesome roads. and you ride very well. Is the valve cluttering normal? I had a 2011 GSA that didn't do that.
George Papadakis Thanks for the comment! Yes, the valve cluttering is normal in the new liquid cooled GS, I asked the techs about it multiple times. :)
Thanks David! I picked up mine on Saturday and noticed the cluttering. The bike is just a joy to ride...
George Papadakis Welcome to GS Country! :)
Any shots from the tower by bear mountain
I'll do another video of that location when the weather gets better.
No quickshifter, no fun... 😂 Just kidding, but this beast equiped with quickshifter sounds like a bomb on 2 wheels!
Haha not sure it was available when I bought it back in 2013. I do love me a good quickshifter and blipper though! :)
@4:53 you get used to the weight ;) I find tight trails to be more challenging, it's all about clutch. I'm almost to 30 sec at a dead stop without a stab to the ground.
Eric Peters Do you mean 3.0? Thats fast! You must be skinny, I'm adding another 220lbs to the bike so no way I'm seeing those numbers ;)
1 comment i have: at 10:50 surispe say the truck...you should drive better in the curves ..thatcurve you should take it high right..there will be better view of whats comming after the blind corner...right curved corners what is see you do right...take them high left and then steer in....when you do this you have always the room and time to make corrrections....believe me i did it wronng too...See ya...Maurice
10:58 same story..more right...
***** 11:21 Perfect!! :-D hehe
***** Haha its always good to remind yourself that you are not the only one on the road and most times traffic is coming towards you, hence staying more towards the right. I have to tell myself sometimes, the road is not a race track.
yep..especially in the mountains...BMW 4 ever prrrt
Where is the best place to ride in the USA? if you can't choose top 3 perhaps
California's US-1 Pacific Coast Highway - North from Marin County or South from San Francisco IMO.
Shifts a lot smother at higher RPM. Stretch those gears out.....there plenty tall enough
i don't know how they get 1200 CCs of boxer to rev like that, in dyna it blips like my old CBR600. it's sort of dumb.
Zee German's made it work, and I'm loving it! ;)
Volcan ArtZ Are you living in Germany? I want to go to Germany so bad!
How is good engineering dumb?
I love the GSA´s comfort (especially for a tall guyy like me) but I hate how it looks :(
Love the bike but I think your recording dose not flatter the motor. It's all valve sound and no exhaust
Want one
Get one :) With that being said, it doesn't have to be a BMW. There are a lot of bikes out there that can give you the same feeling in your pants for a lot cheaper.
I love these bikes but the engine has quite a rattle.. Esp at low revs, that must get annoying?
William Newby At first I thought it was weird but after multiple visits to the service center and reading forums, the rattle is a given with the new water boxer. These heads like to rattle, but its not really annoying. Just do a couple of full throttle pulls and you'll forget about it in no time ;) (plus its not really noticeable at speed so no worries there)
does annoy the hell out of me at 3,000 rpm though and the old oil cooled gsa never made these noises!
William Newby Demonstrators always sound like shit.. because no one runs them in and abuse them before they have had a chance.. mechanical parts need to bed in and wear in to each other.. that can't be done when they are melted together at 9,000 rpm!! :)
Why the engine is so very noisy . I cant understand that. I cant imagine travel with that noise
Great video, it felt like I was behind a simulator game, gave me an idea of how the bike would feel. I wonder how this bitch would handle with a combined Adam and Eve weight of 300 lbs?
Brad Miller Haha I had someone ride shot gun with me and the bike shows little compromise. The ESA is a nice addition to help with added weight. Anything after that is up to the rider :)
This bike is loud/noisy and it sounds like you are always in 3rd gear & never got to 5th gear to rest the engine.
sunideh I upped the decibel level in post so that the engine noise was more prominent, I guess along with that the ambient noise got louder as well. I'm not a sound engineer so I couldn't fix this problem. When I listen to this clip its noisy to me too.
sunideh What you could also be hearing is the valves clattering away. It is loud but normal in the new water-cooled GS.
IC. Thanks David.
sound like a blender
agree with but my 15 minutes experience with the bike, my comment is the sound worst than what you're hearing when you're on top of it. The bike look nice, but with such an horrible engine sound is a real torture after 30 min ride.
Just as well we rarely have tire blowouts these days at this speed could be lethal ....We have kangaroos to avoid on our bikes !! I can't say that I like the sound of the engine... My suzuki sounds less agricultural !!!
Woah, careful when the Joey's are around! I agree, I like the sound of a triple or a cross-plane Yamaha power plant better, but this engine is a performer! :)
I've been riding bikes for 58 years and have only 3 bikes at the moment ... I have vintage, ,classic, and modern ... and plan to ride for at least another 58 ...the oldest rider in our club is well over 90 and his wife rides sidecar...I easily keep up with the 1200cc bikes as we have quite hilly winding roads surrounding the city of Perth...I ride a 500cc Suzuki which does 488kms to the tank and is heavy enough not to blow around in a gale .... I can buy 5 new Suzuki's for the price of one BMW which is also a consideration....Ride safe David :))
Graham Spink But why would you want five Suzukis?
hey Graham this is a man's bike!! You can always play Kate Perry on your headphones while you are riding for a smoother experience lol
Roger Morello
Thanks Roger, Maybe you should give the bike back to the man and buy 6 suzuki's Hahaha!! Ride safe :))
I'm sure they're a great bike but what's all the fuss about the engine sound? It sounds like an old sewing machine to me - no offence. I ride a '97 Yammy XJ900S and it sounds much nicer (imho).
Also, I can't help thinking the traction control and ABS are cheating, what next - automatic gear-change?
I personally also love the sound of the Ducati V-twins and the Triumph Triples but above the sound, this is an amazing performing engine. And for me safety is always a nice bonus when your out there among the crazies. And you always have the choice to turn it off when you want to have fun! :)
The sound in this video (and 95% off all other videos) does not come even close the the original sound. At idle and low-rpm the Boxer sound really great. If you rev it up: not so good anymore.
I actually stopped watching, I could not take the noise.
+sunideh I wish I could take out all the excess noise of the valve clutter but I am not skilled in sound engineering unfortunately. :( Or maybe you just don't like the flat 2-cylinder engine note, which I can understand.
Poor sounding bike! BMW engineer has poor taste.
Nice video but compared to my Air Cooled GSA this one sounds like shit!
engine sound suck!!!