Oh Man, I work for corporate BMW and still haven't had a chance to make it to the Motorrad Performance Center. Super jealous but ecstatic you enjoyed it!
Same here !! I'm BMW Motorrad Mechanic and I ride these bikes everyday, but never had the chance to go there and do what they did. It was a pure joy watching that knowing these bikes and their potential !
That instructor was definitely holding back! Hes a real sportman trying to make it fun and give you guys a reachable target to shoot for while still being moderately quick. If he was in an actual competition he definitely would've zipped through that alot faster.
@@BikesandBeards although that would make a funny prank video. Just be a cocky instructor at first and be surprised when people have trouble, then just do it in front of them saying how easy it is
This video is comedy gold. 2:13 "How a new husband forms an emotional connection with his garage, or how women have formed an emotional bond with driving over kerbs." 2:58 "George does something in tech, of course" 🤣🤣🤣
Really enjoyed this content man. This is the type of stuff I came to your channel for. I know you guys enjoy getting goofy, but this stuff lets guys like me (whose wife won't let him get a bike until the kids are out of the house) live vicariously through you hahaha. God bless brother. Happy New Year!
You don’t need your wife’s permission to ride brotha .. You may not believe it but she will love you more that you have one , Your whole demeanor will change for the better. I am a much nicer person when I get back after an awesome scoot good luck and be safe.
@@mrsmileyburris106 I don't ask for permission. I am the breadwinner for our family and I look at what's best for my family. And for her mental and emotional health, I'm happy to wait until later. Her dad had a motorcycle accident and lost an arm, so it's a very personal thing for her. We've got all kinds of toys I'm blessed to be able to have for our family enjoyment.
@@christopherderaps I am sorry you felt I was being rude with my comment that was not my intention most guys that say what you generally said will never ride even if it’s a calling for them to do so , If you live under someone else’s fears you will never know the down right freedom that riding any thing with two wheels will give you mentally and spiritually I am not saying this to be mean I understand where you are coming from a man needs his freedom’s to better provide in my opinion and that’s all this is my opinion please except my apologies be safe
@@mrsmileyburris106 no apologies necessary. I understood what you meant completely. No worries at all man. To be honest, I probably would save money from wanting a bike and use it towards getting my private pilot's license since that's been a lifelong dream.
Great Video!! When I was in Germany a few years back, We visited the BMW headquarters in Munich. We were checking out their lobby / museum area when all of a sudden a couple of riders on adventure bikes rode down the staircases put on a little demo showing what they could do on the bikes, then rode back up the staircases. Totally unexpected but so cool to see.
I have not enjoyed a video this good in a long time. I could not stop laughing at the commentary. Great video guys, hope to buy my first bike from SRK 2.0 soon.
Oh cool so there is gonna be a SRK 2.0 then?? I hope so. I am relatively close to these guys and I was planning on going out and buying a bike from them this summer and then make a couple hour road trip back home with it but then they closed up shop.
Been Riding for 52 Years and I love to continue to learn new skills... Fun to watch! I am still riding My 2009 BMW R1200 GS. I'll be 68 next month and stopping is not on my menu! Great Job Guys! A dream for me, thank you for sharing.
Plus he is a devoted Christian. I live a couple hours away and I’ve been meaning to take a road trip out on my bike to visit and just meet these guys and probably buy a bike but Sean closed up shop so that’s on the back burner for now.
The most impressive thing about these bikes is how they can do all this, but are still capable of comfortably riding you around the world with no problem
Dude. I gotta try that out. I did a beginner motorcycle safety course when I was a new rider and I had a blast. And after riding for 10 years now I can say I learned skills in the class that I would have never figured out on my own on the streets, and have saved my skin (literally) a couple times. This looks like 20x the fun, and some serious above and beyond skills learned in the process.
glad you finally got to ride ADV bikes in their element. Those BMWs are huge compared to regular dirt bikes but with the right skills you can really go just about anywhere on them. I take my F850 GS on everything from cross country trips to random trips to the dunes and the trails around my city.
I took two 1 day courses last August. It was awesome. The facility is amazing. The instructors are awesome. I highly recommend it. The most fun I've ever had on a bike. Increased my confidence level immeasurably.
Brian and Caleb were also my instructors. Intimidating with their knowledge and skill level.. but super down to Earth nice guys. Never any judgement from ANY of the instructors or staff. Everyone just wanted everyone to learn and get better.
My next bike will definitely be one of these bmw adventure bikes! Thanks for all the content you post, i bought my first motorcycle because of this channel! 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan that I negotiated the price down using stuff I learned from this channel!
I’m always amazed after so many years that picture you used of the motor officer doing the stoppie still pops up. That was at a charity event at the dealership I work for. Watching him ride is unbelievable.
The R1200GS is actually easier to pick up than the 800GS despite its size, as it only goes over as far as the cylinder heads whereas the 800 goes all the way to the floor.
@@hassanjamal4212 The 1200 cylinder heads stick out sideways, the 800's are vertical, so the 1200 is much winder down lower. When it "falls" over, the first thing to hit the ground is the top of the cylinder (or guard outside of it). It's sort of that the bike leans sideways at an angle instead of turning 90 degrees flat on the ground. In very rough terms, it's the difference between a diamond that falls sideways, and a rectangle that flips on its side.
IMO... The best part of this is the ability to not worry about dropping a bike. That is the only way I ever learned and had fun in the dirt. Push yourself and not worry. I've always felt an inexpensive, good running, "beater" GS would be great to learn on. Unfortunately even old GS's are all pristine. I'd hate to trash them!
Bravo to your Dad!!!! I'm almost 60, and I love, love LOVE my CRF250F trail bike, AND my Victory CCT! This year, I hope to add a YZ250FX to my stable, and do my second Hare Scramble race. I've often wondered about those big Adventure bikes, and whereas I've never been interested in riding or owning one, they do look capable. Thanks for the vid, and God Bless!
I work for BMW and was sent down here a few years ago for BMW Genius training. Driving all the M's on the track was so much fun. Could only imagine how much fun this was, definitely need to get back down there and try this out!
@@CRF-GRADY he works for microsoft tech support and assuring to people their computers have viruses and only way to fix it is by giving him your credit card number
Driving fast is a fine biblical tradition. The bible makes it clear that even King David rode a motorcycle, "The roar of Davids' Triumph was heard throughout the land!"
Back in the day I had a 1978 R80/7. I would have been scared to death to try any of these maneuvers. Thanks for this video. I live three hours from here and had never heard of it. Definitely a bucket list experience.
I’ve know a lot of motorcycle enthusiasts over the years, even a few that don’t hesitate quoting the Word. The ones that are willing to try something new while holding on to their values, those are the Brothers worth taking a ride with
You are absolutely right. Its a fantastic program and the experience and knowledge embodied in the staff is world class. Did this 3 years go and have carried the things I learned with me ever since. These guys and Reg Pridmore are my gurus.
Fantastic video, i did a 2 day Honda Course when I first got my road license (was never a dirt bike rider) and what they teach you and how they get you to think is awesome.
I’ve seen a pair of these BMW R 1250 GS Adventures out in slickrock trail, Moab. Both bikes were loaded with 60+ pounds of gear including a spare tire on each bike. Seriously impressive what these bikes can do.
This is so freaking cool! I'd love to do something like this! Before Amazon started using a parking lot by my old job it was a motorcycle safety course, I used to run the course all the time whenever I pass by it. After not doing it for a while and going back to doing those low speed maneuvers you realize how dull your skills get when you don't practice them all the time.
Like what you have done with your new format Sean with all the different types of motorcycling and adventuring I got my first motorcycle when I was 17 and have ridden a few bikes since then as I'm now retired but still have a motorcycle and ride from time to time and it still feels good but out in the country it's generally not a problem with cars or people not paying attention it's in the city and then it pays to be a defensive rider but I believe you should always be one . But you still need some skills to help get yourself out of trouble if it's not experience it's a motorcycle course most states require them now before you can get a license which is good but experience is a good teacher. Been watching for a couple of years now and be careful and ride safe my friend God love ya
I’ve got a ‘21 40th anniversary 1250 GSA and a ‘18 K1600GT. Love ‘em both! The GSA is definitely the “Swiss Army Knife” with it being so good at doing so many different types of riding. Thoroughly enjoyed your video. Looks like you guys had a fantastic several days out enjoying you BMW experience.
Been riding these bikes for a few years now, been on many training courses, always a blast and always learn something new. Was really fun to watch you guys experience it for the first time, and to hear how you got to grips with the big bikes and enjoyed it - great video!
Great video! I have a 2016 S1000XR and it’s the best bike I’ve ever ridden and can vouch for how great the tech is even 6 years ago. Can only imagine how it’s improved in newer BMW Motorrad products.
I moved to the Mojave in 1986 . My buddies bike flipped on the trailer and his 1982 650 Seca was converted into a dirt bike rear knobby included. The headlight was made from a wok . It doglegged bad . It was a Madmax bike for sure . I would hit the desert with him on my maxim 550 . We could climb hills dirt bikes wouldn't look at . It was so much fun ! I wouldn't know how to ride a bike like that . At my age I would pull a muscle climbing on that tall unit .
I think this is my favorite video from you guys, I like to think I know what I’m doing on my old fxr, but I am definitely learning some things from this video such as the loose sand and gravel. I’ve ridden through loose sand on that bike and almost dropped it. When you guys were saying that the bike wants to do it’s thing I didn’t realize that at the time but that’s exactly what I was letting it do, I just stood up and just let the bike do its thing. I like this video a lot because it helps me learn more about riding and how to be a better rider.
This is absolutely something that I want to do..I've been thinking about doing a riding class, even though I've been riding since I was a kid..Thank you for the video..
My first and only bike was a 79 Goldwing GL1000. I was a 135lb 6' tall 15 year old. Absolutely zero experience operating a bike. I had ridden on the back of my dad's for years but that was it. I rode it until I turned 16 then traded it for a 75 Firebird.
Fantastic video!!! I did this course two years ago and loved it!! I crashed and got hurt in the gravel pit on day two, so didn't make it to the sand! You are inspiring me to go back!!! Btw, especially good job on edits and talking about your brother in and your Dad! That put a smile on my face!!!
I went there last year. Very informative and fun. I took the on road course and at the end they had us do that same stop in the corner except it was dry so they had us hold it at 60 mph and then emergency stop. Everyone looked at each other and said " aint happenin " but we all did it. Nice to know since I ride a 1250.
My uncle Tim bought a Sportster. Then he discovered BMW multi-purpose. Lol. Moved from flat land Louisiana to Pikes Peak territory. Ive followed him as far as the road goes to the top where the gates restrict further travel. Memorable times.
Time 17:16 the sand pit. Sean did you know that in this years 2022 Dakar rally there was one stage where the four wheeled vehicles rutted a sandy stage so badly the motorcycles could not get thru the deep ruts with out falling even going very slowly that the stage was effectively neutralized by the stewards. So do not feel bad that you fell in those rutted sand conditions because pro riders with better equipped motorcycles fell too
Cheers from Mt. Island. Cool u get to ride the bikes through the creek on the way back to the shop to wash them off 👏🏻 that looked to be a great time! I learned a lot myself!!
Thank You for this video. You showed a LOT more about this course than I had ever seen before. Also Thank You for always giving "The Word" of the day!!
The M1?; NEVER heard of it....before B&B. ANOTHER great insight- that's why I love this channel. The big ADV bikes?; NOT for me.....at 65, 5'7"/30" inseam, and 42 years riding experience, I have a rule: I don't ride what I can't pick up OFF me. I (amost) got crushed by a Goldwing in the 1980's; learned my lesson. Another lesson I learned, especially if vertically challenged like myself, etc. is....WEIGHT TRAINING, and mostly lower body/legs stuff. You NEED to learn how to p/u a bike w/ the least hassle/energy. SQUATS, baby! And offroad- it's even MORE important! My current ride is a '87 BMW K75C w/ hard-bags...and I know I couldn't do that slow speed/tight minimum circle on your skills testing. Much respect. And the big/bad BMWs?; even more so. I wish the mfg. would come out w/ a 500-750cc ADV bike, a mini-GS/Africa Twin hybrid....for the rest of us! (the Honda CX500 doesn't interest me)
I took my first m/c riding/safety course in 1978. It was at a race track, and the classroom stuff ate up about half the day. In it an instructor asked...."Hey, a show of hands here: who likes to go really fast?!" Everybody puts up their arms, eagerly. Then he asks: "Hey, who here loves to panic stop/full lock?" NOBODY puts up their hands. Then he asks: "Who loves to go REALLY slow?" Again, nobody. Then he said...."Good. Because we're going to PRACTICE both.....because next to cornering, that is the hardest thing to do well." Part of that training was riding a m/c mounted in a "squirrel cage" w/ out-rigger wheels.....and going from 65mph to a full brake lock up. SCARY. But I was just as scared then of the SLOW speed maneuvers being taught, doing cones, minimum radius turns, etc.- in a parking lot- away from any/all traffic. It was all a MENTAL game.
I was going to sell my KLR but this has reminded me of how much fun I have had on it and how much more I have to learn. And....I have just retired so lots of time to get back on the poor man's GS.
@@BikesandBeards That's the story of the world! Everyone hiding their feelings and struggles, but we're all going through it! Loved this vid by the way, I'd really love to go do this and the car courses at some point. I'm in NC, so no real excuse!
Outstanding , inspiring, simply magical . Wish to be there aswell. Great job all all of you. A memory to keep with you forever .and with your father ?? What a lucky guy you are man .
I'm so happy for you guys, it looks like an amazing school. This was one of the best videos I've seen in a long time. It was funny yet educational at the same time. I've always loved BMW bikes and this shows how great they are along with the people who work there.
Great Video Sean. I’m glad to see your Father did great out there. That looked like a Great Course, and Great Instructors. It’s Amazing what the GS Bikes will do.👍👍
I ride a BMW r1100rt. The anti lock brakes are incredible. In fact everything about the r1100rt is fantastic. After you ride one for a short period of time every other bike just doesn't do it anymore
Of course the instructors were awesome. Could you imagine your job is riding motorcycles and teaching people how to ride and get better at riding? And you get paid?! Great content Sean. I'm in Pitt and want to make the ride over to you this summer! It'd be cool if you could organize a meet and ride for your fans! Looking forward to all the good content this year!
Holy crap, this is the funniest video... you tore it up w/ the jokes. I'm 3 minutes in and I can't stop laughing... I don't know if I said this before but I love this channel... so glad I found it a couple weeks ago
This is basically hill climb style. We obtain wet 250-1200 cc bikes, strap angle iron or paddle wheels on back, knobby on front meander through woods to get to hills from truck then hit the hills. We started on mini bikes and small trail bikes from different manufacturers then build up to the big bikes.
Fun video. I'm impressed with the BMW's. I sure do miss the test rides you did on the other channel. I learned a lot about a variety of motorcycles and purchased a used Vulcan 900 classic LT as a result. Thanks for helping me make the best choice.
I liked this video a lot, SHAWN you are experienced but not afraid to show this side of riding where you weren't so professional about it 😆 nice video and Bmw really good job with this course 👍👍👍🇭🇷
Excellent video! Definitely some rugged terrain n challenging obstacle course riding! That is an arduous good time of learning the right way from the wrong way.
Watching this reminds me of how fun learning to ride is. It's been somewhere under two years since I learned but it feels like ages ago. It was an awesome experience that I recommend to any with a bit of cash and free time.
I love BMW much im 27 and im on my third car. I cant wait to eventually own a Bimmer bike 🤟🏽 also really awesome that you got to take your dad i would love to do something like that with my pops
That is one wholesome, awesome video! Editingis on point and I really liked you included your pals to comment afterwards. Thanks for sharing your awesome experience with us!
Dude, that was awesome! I work at the BMW plant across the street from the Performance Center. I didn't know they did motorcycle courses. It looks like y'all not only had a lot of fun but also learned a lot.
Definitely something i think alpt of your subscribers would enjoy seeing more do a streetbike class and a cruiser class with everyone then do a comparison on who was able to learn the most and who outright excelled this was cool
That was the best vlog and most awesome adventure you have taken us on so far. I think you have set the bar extremely high for whatever comes along next. Great job by all, I thank you for sharing.
Oh Man, I work for corporate BMW and still haven't had a chance to make it to the Motorrad Performance Center. Super jealous but ecstatic you enjoyed it!
Maybe one day!
Plan a vacation around it. Even a wife might enjoy this, when everyone is taking a fall, regardless.
What do you do there
Same here !! I'm BMW Motorrad Mechanic and I ride these bikes everyday, but never had the chance to go there and do what they did. It was a pure joy watching that knowing these bikes and their potential !
@@michaelobe1203 where are you in the US?
That instructor was definitely holding back! Hes a real sportman trying to make it fun and give you guys a reachable target to shoot for while still being moderately quick. If he was in an actual competition he definitely would've zipped through that alot faster.
ohhhhh of course. you cant be a good instructor and just outride all your students
@@BikesandBeards lmao
gotta lean the bike opposite way in those tight, slow cone mazes. To turn right @
@@BikesandBeards although that would make a funny prank video. Just be a cocky instructor at first and be surprised when people have trouble, then just do it in front of them saying how easy it is
This video is comedy gold.
2:13
"How a new husband forms an emotional connection with his garage, or how women have formed an emotional bond with driving over kerbs."
2:58
"George does something in tech, of course"
🤣🤣🤣
The of course got me dead 😂😂
Kerbs
@@Pickle_Stick I'm English
The of course killed me
@@co9221 no one spells it like that here either
Holy Crap, this looks like a LOT of fun.... This is now on my bucket list. 😁📃
I think mine too!
The car courses they do are also awesome, and they have several levels
mine too. My ride is a 2020 F850 GS adventure ralley but my dream is owne a 1250GSA.
Mine too!
I agree 100%. I ride dirt and this made me appreciate adventure bikes even more. 💪😃
Really enjoyed this content man. This is the type of stuff I came to your channel for. I know you guys enjoy getting goofy, but this stuff lets guys like me (whose wife won't let him get a bike until the kids are out of the house) live vicariously through you hahaha.
God bless brother. Happy New Year!
You don’t need your wife’s permission to ride brotha .. You may not believe it but she will love you more that you have one , Your whole demeanor will change for the better. I am a much nicer person when I get back after an awesome scoot good luck and be safe.
@@mrsmileyburris106 I don't ask for permission. I am the breadwinner for our family and I look at what's best for my family. And for her mental and emotional health, I'm happy to wait until later. Her dad had a motorcycle accident and lost an arm, so it's a very personal thing for her. We've got all kinds of toys I'm blessed to be able to have for our family enjoyment.
@@christopherderaps I am sorry you felt I was being rude with my comment that was not my intention most guys that say what you generally said will never ride even if it’s a calling for them to do so , If you live under someone else’s fears you will never know the down right freedom that riding any thing with two wheels will give you mentally and spiritually I am not saying this to be mean I understand where you are coming from a man needs his freedom’s to better provide in my opinion and that’s all this is my opinion please except my apologies be safe
@@mrsmileyburris106 no apologies necessary. I understood what you meant completely. No worries at all man. To be honest, I probably would save money from wanting a bike and use it towards getting my private pilot's license since that's been a lifelong dream.
@@christopherderaps that sound awesome good luck you
Great Video!! When I was in Germany a few years back, We visited the BMW headquarters in Munich. We were checking out their lobby / museum area when all of a sudden a couple of riders on adventure bikes rode down the staircases put on a little demo showing what they could do on the bikes, then rode back up the staircases. Totally unexpected but so cool to see.
I have not enjoyed a video this good in a long time. I could not stop laughing at the commentary. Great video guys, hope to buy my first bike from SRK 2.0 soon.
Oh cool so there is gonna be a SRK 2.0 then?? I hope so. I am relatively close to these guys and I was planning on going out and buying a bike from them this summer and then make a couple hour road trip back home with it but then they closed up shop.
@Bowsauce90@@@ if they open back up I will. It’ll be cheap but I will.
@Bowsauce90@@@ you got it bro😁
Been Riding for 52 Years and I love to continue to learn new skills... Fun to watch! I am still riding My 2009 BMW R1200 GS. I'll be 68 next month and stopping is not on my menu! Great Job Guys! A dream for me, thank you for sharing.
Man, if this is the kind of content we are going to get this year I’m so excited! This was great!
I want to be Sean's Friend! They all seem so genuinely nice & fun. Sean, lets be bro's!
Deal! where you live
@@BikesandBeards Lol, I'm in SWFL!
@@RidinDad hey come on let me join you guys 😅
Plus he is a devoted Christian. I live a couple hours away and I’ve been meaning to take a road trip out on my bike to visit and just meet these guys and probably buy a bike but Sean closed up shop so that’s on the back burner for now.
@@snaxgalore5764 I’m next! When’s Bikes and Beards gathering?
The most impressive thing about these bikes is how they can do all this, but are still capable of comfortably riding you around the world with no problem
Dude. I gotta try that out. I did a beginner motorcycle safety course when I was a new rider and I had a blast. And after riding for 10 years now I can say I learned skills in the class that I would have never figured out on my own on the streets, and have saved my skin (literally) a couple times. This looks like 20x the fun, and some serious above and beyond skills learned in the process.
glad you finally got to ride ADV bikes in their element. Those BMWs are huge compared to regular dirt bikes but with the right skills you can really go just about anywhere on them. I take my F850 GS on everything from cross country trips to random trips to the dunes and the trails around my city.
I took two 1 day courses last August. It was awesome. The facility is amazing. The instructors are awesome. I highly recommend it. The most fun I've ever had on a bike. Increased my confidence level immeasurably.
Brian and Caleb were also my instructors. Intimidating with their knowledge and skill level.. but super down to Earth nice guys. Never any judgement from ANY of the instructors or staff. Everyone just wanted everyone to learn and get better.
My next bike will definitely be one of these bmw adventure bikes!
Thanks for all the content you post, i bought my first motorcycle because of this channel!
2006 Kawasaki Vulcan that I negotiated the price down using stuff I learned from this channel!
Great to hear!
My Fav B&B video ever.
I’m always amazed after so many years that picture you used of the motor officer doing the stoppie still pops up. That was at a charity event at the dealership I work for. Watching him ride is unbelievable.
Every video, every time, wholesome family entertainment. You guys are some of my daughter's heros, and I than you for it. God bless.
The R1200GS is actually easier to pick up than the 800GS despite its size, as it only goes over as far as the cylinder heads whereas the 800 goes all the way to the floor.
Thats a good point
@@conniestevenson226 please explain what he said? I don't understand it
@@hassanjamal4212 The 1200 cylinder heads stick out sideways, the 800's are vertical, so the 1200 is much winder down lower. When it "falls" over, the first thing to hit the ground is the top of the cylinder (or guard outside of it). It's sort of that the bike leans sideways at an angle instead of turning 90 degrees flat on the ground. In very rough terms, it's the difference between a diamond that falls sideways, and a rectangle that flips on its side.
Opportunity of a lifetime, BMW testing grounds with Dad & buds!👍
Love the verses Sean, keep them coming. Praying for you and your team. 🙏😇
IMO... The best part of this is the ability to not worry about dropping a bike. That is the only way I ever learned and had fun in the dirt. Push yourself and not worry. I've always felt an inexpensive, good running, "beater" GS would be great to learn on. Unfortunately even old GS's are all pristine. I'd hate to trash them!
Yeah that was huge Bc it wasn’t my bike
What a cool and useful experience! It looks like you guys had so much fun. Those BMW bikes are legit!💯👍👍🔥🔥🔥❤
Bravo to your Dad!!!! I'm almost 60, and I love, love LOVE my CRF250F trail bike, AND my Victory CCT! This year, I hope to add a YZ250FX to my stable, and do my second Hare Scramble race. I've often wondered about those big Adventure bikes, and whereas I've never been interested in riding or owning one, they do look capable. Thanks for the vid, and God Bless!
I like riding all bikes, but these are the swiss army knife of motorcycles
Its crazy how heavy and big these bikes are. Alot of videos don't do them justice btw that looks a lot of fun
Whenever I am riding a motorcycle,...
I prefer riding a motorcycle that I can pickup,
(by myself), if I ever drop it.
💪😤👍(650cc max)
I work for BMW and was sent down here a few years ago for BMW Genius training. Driving all the M's on the track was so much fun. Could only imagine how much fun this was, definitely need to get back down there and try this out!
George works in tech….. of course 😂
you know because hes smart and indian
@@BikesandBeards he works in tech?!
@@CRF-GRADY he works for microsoft tech support and assuring to people their computers have viruses and only way to fix it is by giving him your credit card number
@@televisio8652 😂
I can’t stop smiling while watching you’re videos. Literally, I’m happy watching it for most of the times. Really like all your videos…
thank you so much
Driving fast is a fine biblical tradition. The bible makes it clear that even King David rode a motorcycle, "The roar of Davids' Triumph was heard throughout the land!"
Back in the day I had a 1978 R80/7. I would have been scared to death to try any of these maneuvers. Thanks for this video. I live three hours from here and had never heard of it. Definitely a bucket list experience.
The curb joke was on point, Bravo
thats what women love
@@BikesandBeards it was hilarious
I freakin died
every man says their wife did it..
I’ve know a lot of motorcycle enthusiasts over the years, even a few that don’t hesitate quoting the Word. The ones that are willing to try something new while holding on to their values, those are the Brothers worth taking a ride with
This is a dream of mine to do! It’s only 45 minutes from my house. So freaking cool!!!
That’s so cool! I live like 2 hours away!
You are absolutely right. Its a fantastic program and the experience and knowledge embodied in the staff is world class. Did this 3 years go and have carried the things I learned with me ever since. These guys and Reg Pridmore are my gurus.
BMW: feels threatened by the Pan America
Also BMW: "bring in the social media influencers!"
Not so much Harley with the PA, as the tech and weight loss the Ducati Multi Strada V4s and the new Triumph Tiger 1200 brought to market.
No one is intimidated by the Pan America....!
@@Chocolate_dragon exactly!
Harley the less reliable bike in the world is somehow in the same league as the BMW is ? lol
Meanwhile KTM just sits at the top watching the others bicker 😂
Fantastic video, i did a 2 day Honda Course when I first got my road license (was never a dirt bike rider) and what they teach you and how they get you to think is awesome.
I’ve seen a pair of these BMW R 1250 GS Adventures out in slickrock trail, Moab. Both bikes were loaded with 60+ pounds of gear including a spare tire on each bike. Seriously impressive what these bikes can do.
This is so freaking cool! I'd love to do something like this! Before Amazon started using a parking lot by my old job it was a motorcycle safety course, I used to run the course all the time whenever I pass by it. After not doing it for a while and going back to doing those low speed maneuvers you realize how dull your skills get when you don't practice them all the time.
Kind of sad watching other humans enjoy life as were locked up like Alcatraz here in Canada. Great video!
move to America and more specifically the south. everything is fine down here
Like what you have done with your new format Sean with all the different types of motorcycling and adventuring I got my first motorcycle when I was 17 and have ridden a few bikes since then as I'm now retired but still have a motorcycle and ride from time to time and it still feels good but out in the country it's generally not a problem with cars or people not paying attention it's in the city and then it pays to be a defensive rider but I believe you should always be one . But you still need some skills to help get yourself out of trouble if it's not experience it's a motorcycle course most states require them now before you can get a license which is good but experience is a good teacher. Been watching for a couple of years now and be careful and ride safe my friend God love ya
“George does something in tech.. of course” tell George to quit calling me about whether I have insurance.
hahaha
I’ve got a ‘21 40th anniversary 1250 GSA and a ‘18 K1600GT. Love ‘em both! The GSA is definitely the “Swiss Army Knife” with it being so good at doing so many different types of riding. Thoroughly enjoyed your video. Looks like you guys had a fantastic several days out enjoying you BMW experience.
Super good times. Glad you're still here. Always enjoy.
The emotional connection to tools and car on curb comments were absolute top shelf.
the bond with the garage and curbs had me dyinnnnnnnn' :"D "D :"D
makes me feel better to know that not just short girls struggle on these beasts!!
everyone does, and one of the instructors who was not there with us is 5' tall girl.
Been riding these bikes for a few years now, been on many training courses, always a blast and always learn something new. Was really fun to watch you guys experience it for the first time, and to hear how you got to grips with the big bikes and enjoyed it - great video!
Great video! I have a 2016 S1000XR and it’s the best bike I’ve ever ridden and can vouch for how great the tech is even 6 years ago. Can only imagine how it’s improved in newer BMW Motorrad products.
I moved to the Mojave in 1986 .
My buddies bike flipped on the trailer and his 1982 650 Seca was converted into a dirt bike rear knobby included.
The headlight was made from a wok .
It doglegged bad . It was a Madmax bike for sure .
I would hit the desert with him on my maxim 550 .
We could climb hills dirt bikes wouldn't look at .
It was so much fun !
I wouldn't know how to ride a bike like that . At my age I would pull a muscle climbing on that tall unit .
Ive taken the car driving course back when I was like 16. 10/10 completely recommend. not just good for learning how to drive safely but a ton of fun.
Amazing! I live in Germany, land of BMW, and these 1250s are everywhere. I ended up getting a tiger 800xc, but those bikes look so capable
I think this is my favorite video from you guys, I like to think I know what I’m doing on my old fxr, but I am definitely learning some things from this video such as the loose sand and gravel. I’ve ridden through loose sand on that bike and almost dropped it. When you guys were saying that the bike wants to do it’s thing I didn’t realize that at the time but that’s exactly what I was letting it do, I just stood up and just let the bike do its thing. I like this video a lot because it helps me learn more about riding and how to be a better rider.
This is absolutely something that I want to do..I've been thinking about doing a riding class, even though I've been riding since I was a kid..Thank you for the video..
Just do it then if you want to. If you're motivated then you don't need a class for motivation.
My first and only bike was a 79 Goldwing GL1000. I was a 135lb 6' tall 15 year old. Absolutely zero experience operating a bike. I had ridden on the back of my dad's for years but that was it. I rode it until I turned 16 then traded it for a 75 Firebird.
Dude! That man with the world record drift! That is so awesome!!!! The fact that they refueled mid-drift literally just blew my mind!
Absolute experience of a lifetime!
That course, and one of those bikes, is on my Bucket List.
Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦
This is one of my favourite Bikes and Beards videos! Thank you.
Fantastic video!!! I did this course two years ago and loved it!! I crashed and got hurt in the gravel pit on day two, so didn't make it to the sand! You are inspiring me to go back!!! Btw, especially good job on edits and talking about your brother in and your Dad! That put a smile on my face!!!
I went there last year. Very informative and fun. I took the on road course and at the end they had us do that same stop in the corner except it was dry so they had us hold it at 60 mph and then emergency stop. Everyone looked at each other and said " aint happenin " but we all did it. Nice to know since I ride a 1250.
Awes bikes!! I fell in love with those Enduro-esque bikes with that BMW you showed a few years ago.
Great video! More content like this Sean. Love it!
My uncle Tim bought a Sportster. Then he discovered BMW multi-purpose. Lol. Moved from flat land Louisiana to Pikes Peak territory. Ive followed him as far as the road goes to the top where the gates restrict further travel. Memorable times.
I appreciate Graig wearing the colors of WVU. That was a nice touch....
Time 17:16 the sand pit. Sean did you know that in this years 2022 Dakar rally there was one stage where the four wheeled vehicles rutted a sandy stage so badly the motorcycles could not get thru the deep ruts with out falling even going very slowly that the stage was effectively neutralized by the stewards. So do not feel bad that you fell in those rutted sand conditions because pro riders with better equipped motorcycles fell too
Ever since those bikes have came out i loved them I've never rode one but they have always attracted me this looks like such a cool experience
Cheers from Mt. Island. Cool u get to ride the bikes through the creek on the way back to the shop to wash them off 👏🏻 that looked to be a great time! I learned a lot myself!!
we had the best time ever
Thank You for this video. You showed a LOT more about this course than I had ever seen before. Also Thank You for always giving "The Word" of the day!!
The M1?; NEVER heard of it....before B&B. ANOTHER great insight- that's why I love this channel.
The big ADV bikes?; NOT for me.....at 65, 5'7"/30" inseam, and 42 years riding experience, I have a rule: I don't ride what I can't pick up OFF me. I (amost) got crushed by a Goldwing in the 1980's; learned my lesson. Another lesson I learned, especially if vertically challenged like myself, etc. is....WEIGHT TRAINING, and mostly lower body/legs stuff. You NEED to learn how to p/u a bike w/ the least hassle/energy. SQUATS, baby! And offroad- it's even MORE important!
My current ride is a '87 BMW K75C w/ hard-bags...and I know I couldn't do that slow speed/tight minimum circle on your skills testing. Much respect. And the big/bad BMWs?; even more so. I wish the mfg. would come out w/ a 500-750cc ADV bike, a mini-GS/Africa Twin hybrid....for the rest of us! (the Honda CX500 doesn't interest me)
You could pick it off of you. They don’t fall down very far
I took my first m/c riding/safety course in 1978. It was at a race track, and the classroom stuff ate up about half the day. In it an instructor asked...."Hey, a show of hands here: who likes to go really fast?!" Everybody puts up their arms, eagerly. Then he asks: "Hey, who here loves to panic stop/full lock?" NOBODY puts up their hands. Then he asks: "Who loves to go REALLY slow?" Again, nobody. Then he said...."Good. Because we're going to PRACTICE both.....because next to cornering, that is the hardest thing to do well." Part of that training was riding a m/c mounted in a "squirrel cage" w/ out-rigger wheels.....and going from 65mph to a full brake lock up. SCARY. But I was just as scared then of the SLOW speed maneuvers being taught, doing cones, minimum radius turns, etc.- in a parking lot- away from any/all traffic. It was all a MENTAL game.
I was going to sell my KLR but this has reminded me of how much fun I have had on it and how much more I have to learn. And....I have just retired so lots of time to get back on the poor man's GS.
the klr is a very fun bike
Good idea, hang on to it. I have one too and a 1200 Super Tenere'. Dropping the Tenere' isn't on my bucket list. Wouldn't mind crashing a BMW though!
Talk about your anxiety, it's good for people to hear. I struggle with the same thing, hard to not overthink stuff.
Yeah it really is hard. It also appears that no one else deals with it
@@BikesandBeards That's the story of the world! Everyone hiding their feelings and struggles, but we're all going through it! Loved this vid by the way, I'd really love to go do this and the car courses at some point. I'm in NC, so no real excuse!
Outstanding , inspiring, simply magical .
Wish to be there aswell. Great job all all of you. A memory to keep with you forever .and with your father ?? What a lucky guy you are man .
I hate scammers . F U
Been there and took the course. It was great. Even had one of the instructors in the video. Highly recommended course. Lot of fun.
I'm so happy for you guys, it looks like an amazing school. This was one of the best videos I've seen in a long time. It was funny yet educational at the same time. I've always loved BMW bikes and this shows how great they are along with the people who work there.
One of the best GS videos I have ever seen.
Great Video Sean. I’m glad to see your Father did great out there. That looked like a Great Course, and Great Instructors. It’s Amazing what the GS Bikes will do.👍👍
Yes it was
I ride a BMW r1100rt.
The anti lock brakes are incredible.
In fact everything about the r1100rt is fantastic. After you ride one for a short period of time every other bike just doesn't do it anymore
Of course the instructors were awesome. Could you imagine your job is riding motorcycles and teaching people how to ride and get better at riding? And you get paid?!
Great content Sean.
I'm in Pitt and want to make the ride over to you this summer! It'd be cool if you could organize a meet and ride for your fans!
Looking forward to all the good content this year!
Holy crap, this is the funniest video... you tore it up w/ the jokes. I'm 3 minutes in and I can't stop laughing... I don't know if I said this before but I love this channel... so glad I found it a couple weeks ago
Glad you enjoyed the video
I work at the plant on door line, y’all are right outside from us and I gotta say some of the nicest people there
🤣🤣🤣 those comparisons and special guest intros were classic👏🏽👍🏽.
This is basically hill climb style. We obtain wet 250-1200 cc bikes, strap angle iron or paddle wheels on back, knobby on front meander through woods to get to hills from truck then hit the hills. We started on mini bikes and small trail bikes from different manufacturers then build up to the big bikes.
Fun video. I'm impressed with the BMW's. I sure do miss the test rides you did on the other channel. I learned a lot about a variety of motorcycles and purchased a used Vulcan 900 classic LT as a result. Thanks for helping me make the best choice.
I liked this video a lot, SHAWN you are experienced but not afraid to show this side of riding where you weren't so professional about it 😆 nice video and Bmw really good job with this course 👍👍👍🇭🇷
Excellent video! Definitely some rugged terrain n challenging obstacle course riding! That is an arduous good time of learning the right way from the wrong way.
One of the best videos... Great you could share with your friends and family.
Lol ol Craig reliving childhood borrowing grandmas old car and going bashing down a backroad dirt road … trust me I know that giggle 🙊
Watching this reminds me of how fun learning to ride is. It's been somewhere under two years since I learned but it feels like ages ago. It was an awesome experience that I recommend to any with a bit of cash and free time.
I love BMW much im 27 and im on my third car. I cant wait to eventually own a Bimmer bike 🤟🏽 also really awesome that you got to take your dad i would love to do something like that with my pops
it was a really great time with pops
That is one wholesome, awesome video! Editingis on point and I really liked you included your pals to comment afterwards.
Thanks for sharing your awesome experience with us!
This is one of the best uploads you guys have ever done.
I’ve been a subscriber for a couple of years now and this video was your best one ever!
what did you enjoy about it so much
That M1 has been In there for months. I saw it mid November. Looks like you had the same instructions as me. It’s a great session, highly recommended
I think this video is my favorite to date. Looks like all of you had a blast. I enjoyed it greatly.
Brilliant video - you really captured the fun of motorbiking and messing about with mates. More like this please!!
Dude, that was awesome! I work at the BMW plant across the street from the Performance Center. I didn't know they did motorcycle courses. It looks like y'all not only had a lot of fun but also learned a lot.
Awesome video Sean and friends! Thanks for posting the BMW url. It looks like a boatload of fun!
Definitely something i think alpt of your subscribers would enjoy seeing more do a streetbike class and a cruiser class with everyone then do a comparison on who was able to learn the most and who outright excelled this was cool
Did the same course in South Wales UK. With Paris Dakar riders fantastic 2 day experience and learnt a whole lot of new skills.
I am so excited to learn that you were here in SC at the BMW course!!! Those folks are great!
That was the best vlog and most awesome adventure you have taken us on so far.
I think you have set the bar extremely high for whatever comes along next.
Great job by all, I thank you for sharing.