Thx for the review. Personally I dont like the brake light incorporated into the signal lights. We need all possible ways to be seen on the road. That is - would be serious concern for me.
@@lucschoonejans6637 Not dangerous with a centre light as it couldn't be clearer that you were braking (all else is irrelevant). But the omission of a centre light just to accommodate the radar is a backward step, and might now give me some cause for concern.
Love the bike Smokey but my only complaint is with the rear lighting. BMW had the opportunity to create a great looking rear light that would catch the attention of those sleeping drivers. I know they needed to lose weight but not in areas that impact safety.
@@Pyrrho_ just imagine though, with the rear facing radar, they could have a rear light that strobed the rear brake light without applying the rear brake.
I admit I took the bmw gps off and got an apple car play unit on Amazon and it’s 1000 times better. I’ve only needed a real gps in Yellowstone in the US so I took the chance and I’m extremely happy. It’s also only 150$ compared to newer gps’s from bmw🤷🏻♂️. Hope this interest someone out in TH-cam land and if you have any questions about it I’ll answer them.
The stoplight is gonna be an issue for the aftermarket guy’s because for me it’s not working…so question is,can one fit an EZ Can and fit extra lights without losing warranty?I’ve ordered one so would like to know
Rear lighting needs a center light that is small but very bright. Integrating the brake light into the turn signal lights is good but it really really needs the center light!, BMW you missed that one…. But BMW the rest of the bike is good to go. I might consider getting one but need to find a attention getting rear brake light
Seems like an overall improvement. Would be great if it came with fewer electronics as well. Like: a true luxury package, with whatever bits and bobs you want, but also a true basic package, so you don't overpay for things you will never use. That electric windscreen is cool though.
Ja de perfecte voorlamp, love it. Veel gedoe over, de eerste GS' en hadden één ronde voorlamp, dit is meer origineel GS dan de rare voorgangers 1150, 1200,1250. :) I don't realy care , I'm riding the bloody thing . Goed filmpje Smokey-man.
So have to get the Akrapovic exhaust, sounds great. But will wait for the GSA. As for the lithium battery, quick and cheap way to save weight. However, if you fit your bike with a tracker it will drain the lithium battery every 10-14 days if you don't ride it. Not a problem if you use a conventional lead battery. Also, lithium batteries do not like the cold. You have to turn on the ignition for a minute, then turn off and then turn it on again and try the starter. The minute seems to warm up the lithium battery.
Honda has had CarPlay for years, and bmw already works with apple on the car side for keyless stuff. I’m a bit disappointed that the new bike didn’t get a more advanced phone integration no matter what system you use.
Actually it doesn’t bother me. I already buy another cheap carplay and mount it on the bmw cradle. Had to do some modifications but its works pretty good. I prefer my instrument cluster and carplay separately
@@fuad89n yes, you can always buy third arty devices, but the issue is that it hels usage greatly if you can use the bike switches to control CarPlay as well and not having to let go of the handle bars to use the screen.
This seems to represent a big change on the main concept of the GS: Very versatile; nimble, lighter, more responsive, very user friendly. It’s tempting though. I think I’ll wait to see the new big sister…Thank you, Christopher 😂👍
This is actually the first modern GS that I actually love and have ordered thanks to this channel. the ‘old’ one looked outdated since many years and too bulky for my liking’s. Also, this is the first big GS that you can actually use in multiple scenarios
Great review!! Thanks!! I’m about to order one, but I still have some questions. 1. How tall are you? Helps me to understand how I ll touch the ground 😄 2. The DB killers of the Akrapovic is removable? 3. 237kg is the weight of the motorcycle with all this optionals in the video? An Apple “bikeplay” in 2024 it’s a must. I’m a bit worried about the rear light…
1 : 176cm and 80cm inseam 2 : Db Killers are always removable BUT some demand taking the whole exhaust apart. Not sure on this one 😅 3 : the bike is even a bit lighter as the exhaust is less weight. Overal it just feels very light 😎
Enjoying the videos…👍…. I think the integrated brake/turn signal lights are a disaster…person behind won’t see you signal while braking. I assume the CANBUS system is carried forward but is there a CANBUS socket on the new 1300? - i charge the battery on my current GS through the CANBUS.
I have owned three GSs, starting with a R100GS/PD. I can't believe how many gizmos BMW has put on their current bikes. God help you if your ECU ever goes down.
Heya Smokey , I love the headlight the moment I saw it ! I know , it's my own rule .. but , I don't ride at night 🫣 How effective is this new light at night, though ?? All the bikes I've seen ... the new owners all opted to ad the spot/fog light option
The big ignition button actually was very nice and elegant and now the area there generally is ugly not only because the button missing .But the rest of the bike is gorgeous I think the strange light from near is ok. Thanks for the nice review.
the biggest question when the lower suspension setting the seat hight for 5 foot 10 inches person 1.70cm if touch the soul of both foot to the ground it is perfect height.
Thanks Smokey! The exhaust sound is just wow. They could have done a better job with the rear lights. It looks like over-engineering. I'd be concerned with rear traffic noticing the change and getting enough time to react.
Show diff acrap vs stock. I ordered it without Acrapovic, because there was no comparison at the presentation and it seemed to me that it had the same sound as the standard one
L'une des meilleures vidéos de présentation d'un nouveau véhicule. Franchement bravo à vous... C'était vraiment top. J'ai passé un excellent moment à la regarder. Merci encore.
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Best looking GS so far. I love the new headlights! Only downside in my opinion is the pricetag. Your video is entertaining as always. Keep up the good work!
Your videos are great, I would be very interested to know the difference between org. Exhaust and Akra exhaust, if you could make a little video with the two machines side by side to hear the difference would be great, please do it, I would be very happy, thank you
To be honest , I said it before in other videos. Akrapovic is following Euro regulations , they only sound a bit deeper but not much louder 😁. Check out my unboxing video of the GS. At the and I start it up , then come back to this video 😁
Scouting for e-mail adreses from marketing manager in our country from certain brands. And if they don't e-mail back I drive to their office , kick the door in and ask how there day is going and if they want to work with me or not 😁. So I'm more of a modern journalist now so the bikes I ride are from the press fleet.
Other reviewers from magazines and websites have been riding it somewhere in a nice country today....I was not invited 😓😓😓😓😓😓😓 That really hurts but our country can only send 1 or 2 people to these things. BMW send me to world premiere so I can't complain 😁
I really am smitten over the new looks, much sportier and svelte. It won’t please everyone, but to me it helps shed the “dad bike” image, and should help bring in a younger audience for BMW, presuming that younger audience could actually afford it hah. I know I’ll be saving my change, that Trophy paint scheme is stunning 👌
Is there an override for the auto ride height? Short leg riders, like me, would prefer a constant low ride height than guessing if the seat has dropped low enough at junctions.
I have once seen a lady last year on a very very low GS. So BMW does take care of it's smaller rides. I will ask the lowest possible setting when I get back in the shop for you 😉
Thanks. I had a 1250GS previously, it had low suspension and low seat, but the foot peg to seat distance felt a full on sports bike. Ridable but not comfy for long miles.
KTM told me couple weeks ago a new 1390 is coming out , Adventure and Superduke.....I was like ok keep me in touch. So the ball is in their camp , if they give a motorcycle that I have been making content with for the last 3 years to some magazine or website guy that doesn't even come close to my views online than it just doesn't work for me... I have been doing so much for the brand , and I still love my 1290 SAR , no bike I tested last 2 years could beat it in my reviews as I said many times. But this TH-cam knife cuts on 2 sides , if they leave me in the dark , don't call me to unbox it , look at it first , maybe do a world premiere....all the things BMW and Ducati are giving me lately. Well you get the picture 😔
Great and informative video💥, I really appreciate your style. However, could you please clarify if there is indeed a noticeable shift in the riding position, leaning towards a slightly sportier stance with more bent knees? This adjustment might be less comfortable for taller riders or during extended trips, which would be a shame since the old GS was known for its fantastic and comfortable sitting position. Keep up the great work!🎉
Seats look narrower as well. First thought when photos emerged is that it looks notably less comfortable. For me, ride every day, year round, and take long trips with my wife. I would like to ride one when an event presents an opportunity, but I think the 1250 fits my needs better at this point
Hello! Buddy... I've viewed your TH-cam channel for the second time and have done subscribed. Likes watching your videos from Assam state, BHARAT (INDIA) 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
I understand BMW giving the bike to other reviewers as well in my country first. I know I'm getting the most views on TH-cam , social media and so on. But they have been working with magazine and website guys for many years. So I'm last in line at the moment to ride it unfortunately. They did send me to Berlin for the world premiere so I'm very grateful for that opportunity. I will keep grinding and sooner or later I might get the scoops riding new bikes first :-).
Id love to know why more bikes (cars too) are going keyless when its been proved over and over how easy it is to clone the key, are bmw planning to make it more secure if they are going to be sticking to keyless in the future
I love everything about the old GSA 1250! In my opinion it is still the king!
Thx for the review. Personally I dont like the brake light incorporated into the signal lights. We need all possible ways to be seen on the road. That is - would be serious concern for me.
The only thing I hate is the tail light, brake lights aren't clear enough
If I'll ever buy one of these, I will probably just install a bigger auxiliary brake light in the middle, above the number plate holder.
No taillight, the biggest mistake since 2020
This type of rear lights are dangerous, not clear at all for thé following cars!!!
Yeh no tail light is dumb.
@@lucschoonejans6637 Not dangerous with a centre light as it couldn't be clearer that you were braking (all else is irrelevant). But the omission of a centre light just to accommodate the radar is a backward step, and might now give me some cause for concern.
Ordered one week ago here in italy, never had a gs, felt in love, sold my Africa Twinn 2022.
Congrats! 😎👌
Love the bike Smokey but my only complaint is with the rear lighting. BMW had the opportunity to create a great looking rear light that would catch the attention of those sleeping drivers. I know they needed to lose weight but not in areas that impact safety.
Totally agree , have to test the visibility of that in the dark when I get to ride it 😌
So not a fan of this. Not an area to be minimalist in.
@@Pyrrho_ just imagine though, with the rear facing radar, they could have a rear light that strobed the rear brake light without applying the rear brake.
Love this new GS 1300 😍
I admit I took the bmw gps off and got an apple car play unit on Amazon and it’s 1000 times better. I’ve only needed a real gps in Yellowstone in the US so I took the chance and I’m extremely happy. It’s also only 150$ compared to newer gps’s from bmw🤷🏻♂️. Hope this interest someone out in TH-cam land and if you have any questions about it I’ll answer them.
Got a link for that please?
You did the best presentation ever on motorcycle!
From Orlando, FL;
Wat een goede een duidelijke recensie, thanks!
The stoplight is gonna be an issue for the aftermarket guy’s because for me it’s not working…so question is,can one fit an EZ Can and fit extra lights without losing warranty?I’ve ordered one so would like to know
I’m excited to get one. This December hopefully
Rear lighting needs a center light that is small but very bright. Integrating the brake light into the turn signal lights is good but it really really needs the center light!, BMW you missed that one…. But BMW the rest of the bike is good to go. I might consider getting one but need to find a attention getting rear brake light
fully agree!
2:44 I was anxious that would
crack the beautiful floor tiles !!
4kg saving on the engine !! fascinating 👍🏻
Possibly the best video I’ve seen! (on the GS)
Very good hyper-detailed presentation of this new GS…Well done...always with a bit of humor…✌️
Seems like an overall improvement.
Would be great if it came with fewer electronics as well. Like: a true luxury package, with whatever bits and bobs you want, but also a true basic package, so you don't overpay for things you will never use.
That electric windscreen is cool though.
Yeah I need the enduro package , but I also want 1 thing from the touring package and 1 thing from another package 😂🙈
as always, very informative and also a bit amusing. Thanks Smokey ✌🏼
Thank God I will buy one for myself
headlights grow on you...racer X style, love it !
I like the headlight! Don't see any problem! The bike is awesome
Danke 🙏🏻 das beste Video zur neuen GS was ich bisher gesehen habe! Ausführlich und verständlich alles toll präsentiert- weiter so 👍🏻 Grüße Theo
Ja de perfecte voorlamp, love it. Veel gedoe over, de eerste GS' en hadden één ronde voorlamp, dit is meer origineel GS dan de rare voorgangers 1150, 1200,1250. :) I don't realy care , I'm riding the bloody thing . Goed filmpje Smokey-man.
Wow, I’ll definitely be hanging on to my 2021 GSA.
Waited so long for this vid😍
So have to get the Akrapovic exhaust, sounds great. But will wait for the GSA. As for the lithium battery, quick and cheap way to save weight. However, if you fit your bike with a tracker it will drain the lithium battery every 10-14 days if you don't ride it. Not a problem if you use a conventional lead battery. Also, lithium batteries do not like the cold. You have to turn on the ignition for a minute, then turn off and then turn it on again and try the starter. The minute seems to warm up the lithium battery.
Well said mate , had one on my KTM GT , absolute pain in the arse !. Changed it for a Motobatt Gel one .
Thanks for answering my question 👍
No problem 👍😁
Great video; very funny Smokey!
Very cool deep dive,
Thanks
Really like your videos. Very informative and so much fun to watch. Also you’re not shy to ask the right question. Thanks!
I appreciate that! Thanks man 😁🙏
Best detailed vido yet, thanks SDmokey.....
Glad you liked it! There is so much more to tell 😅🙈
This reminds me of the 1150 with a healthy dose of HP 1200 mixed in.
Good looking motorcycle.
thanks for all the answers that were right to the point . thumps up
You didn't talk about if BMW changed the way of locking and opening the gas tank. Thank you
Honda has had CarPlay for years, and bmw already works with apple on the car side for keyless stuff. I’m a bit disappointed that the new bike didn’t get a more advanced phone integration no matter what system you use.
I think it might have to do with money 😁
Actually it doesn’t bother me. I already buy another cheap carplay and mount it on the bmw cradle. Had to do some modifications but its works pretty good. I prefer my instrument cluster and carplay separately
@@fuad89n yes, you can always buy third arty devices, but the issue is that it hels usage greatly if you can use the bike switches to control CarPlay as well and not having to let go of the handle bars to use the screen.
This seems to represent a big change on the main concept of the GS: Very versatile; nimble, lighter, more responsive, very user friendly. It’s tempting though. I think I’ll wait to see the new big sister…Thank you, Christopher 😂👍
You are more than welcome 😌
It’s now a road bike with high fender!
@@mabsbry1318Dear friend, you know? I really never looked at the GS has a dirt bike…and I never took mine off-road. I really treated it as a road bike
@@Fernando90054
Bar far the most important aspect of this video was showing how an iPhone WITH a case fit inside the compartment.
Wondering about the bigger gastank adventure model next year if it still fits 😁
Older head lights are premium and identical. Integrated tail also looks like india Himalayan type. But i like your way of review 😀👍
This is actually the first modern GS that I actually love and have ordered thanks to this channel. the ‘old’ one looked outdated since many years and too bulky for my liking’s. Also, this is the first big GS that you can actually use in multiple scenarios
Great to hear! 😁👌
Great review!! Thanks!!
I’m about to order one, but I still have some questions.
1. How tall are you? Helps me to understand how I ll touch the ground 😄
2. The DB killers of the Akrapovic is removable?
3. 237kg is the weight of the motorcycle with all this optionals in the video?
An Apple “bikeplay” in 2024 it’s a must.
I’m a bit worried about the rear light…
1 : 176cm and 80cm inseam
2 : Db Killers are always removable BUT some demand taking the whole exhaust apart. Not sure on this one 😅
3 : the bike is even a bit lighter as the exhaust is less weight. Overal it just feels very light 😎
Thank you very much for your reply. Very useful!
Very informative, - Good work and humor also 👍
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great review!
Smokey, buy one R1300 GS Trophy with the Akrapovic and the forged wheels.
Enjoying the videos…👍…. I think the integrated brake/turn signal lights are a disaster…person behind won’t see you signal while braking. I assume the CANBUS system is carried forward but is there a CANBUS socket on the new 1300? - i charge the battery on my current GS through the CANBUS.
I have owned three GSs, starting with a R100GS/PD. I can't believe how many gizmos BMW has put on their current bikes. God help you if your ECU ever goes down.
I actually don't mind the headlight, the windshield however to me looks a little small
Heya Smokey ,
I love the headlight the moment I saw it !
I know , it's my own rule .. but , I don't ride at night 🫣
How effective is this new light at night, though ??
All the bikes I've seen ... the new owners all opted to ad the spot/fog light option
Will test when I ride it again soon 😁
How bright is the R1300 headlight compared to R1250?..
If you do a comparison, kindly do a night test..
Can you tell us why Sat Nav software isn’t built into the display, when will this happen on the new GS?
The big ignition button actually was very nice and elegant and now the area there generally is ugly not only because the button missing .But the rest of the bike is gorgeous I think the strange light from near is ok.
Thanks for the nice review.
Nice Video 👍
Can you reset the trip meter without going through a bunch of steps? A one button hold would sure be nice.
the biggest question when the lower suspension setting the seat hight for 5 foot 10 inches person 1.70cm if touch the soul of both foot to the ground it is perfect height.
New video I will explain 🙂
Thanks for the full answer on my phone integration question 🙌
Happy to help! 😌👌
Great review! Love this bike. Can’t wait for R1300 GSA with ASA! I’ll be one of the first to buy one!
Im just waiting for them to arrive.
Thanks Smokey! The exhaust sound is just wow. They could have done a better job with the rear lights. It looks like over-engineering. I'd be concerned with rear traffic noticing the change and getting enough time to react.
Seriously considering trade in
my urban g/s for this
This gs 1300 is awesome and your review as well🎉🎉🎉
Where is the steering lock ?
Bro what is the capacity of the gas tank
19L
Show diff acrap vs stock. I ordered it without Acrapovic, because there was no comparison at the presentation and it seemed to me that it had the same sound as the standard one
Akrapovic is meeting EU regulations....may sound a bit deeper but not worth the money for the sound , only for the looks 😁
Hey Smokey, how about reviewing the Termignoni full race exhaust on the Ducati DesertX? This includes an EVO tune and doesn't void the warranty.
I didnt want to say it but...... it does remind me of my old vstrom
Nice bike. Awaiting the king, GSA1400 🤩
You'll be waiting a long time. The GSA will be the same 1300 engine.
Very informative video. Subscribed thanks. Personally I like the improvements made.
Thanks for the sub! 😌🙏
Excellent video !. Have you still got your KTM ?.
Yeah no worries 🙂
I hate that they cant have google maps and you have to have a secondary gps unit
Nice review. But how about Auto suspension! Did low it self when you stop ?
Yes lowers itself under 15km/u
Looking for the 1300GSA version with the 30 liter fuel tank
I will vote for motorcycle play as well :p
L'une des meilleures vidéos de présentation d'un nouveau véhicule. Franchement bravo à vous... C'était vraiment top. J'ai passé un excellent moment à la regarder. Merci encore.
Best looking GS so far. I love the new headlights! Only downside in my opinion is the pricetag. Your video is entertaining as always. Keep up the good work!
Thanks! 👍 I was like 21.000€ is not that bad....I started configurating one and ended up with 27.900€ 😂🙈
@@LifeofSmokeyyeah me too 😂
Your videos are great, I would be very interested to know the difference between org. Exhaust and Akra exhaust, if you could make a little video with the two machines side by side to hear the difference would be great, please do it, I would be very happy, thank you
To be honest , I said it before in other videos. Akrapovic is following Euro regulations , they only sound a bit deeper but not much louder 😁. Check out my unboxing video of the GS. At the and I start it up , then come back to this video 😁
Hello Smokey love your videos, i had a question how do you get your bikes?
Scouting for e-mail adreses from marketing manager in our country from certain brands. And if they don't e-mail back I drive to their office , kick the door in and ask how there day is going and if they want to work with me or not 😁. So I'm more of a modern journalist now so the bikes I ride are from the press fleet.
Love the headlight. Hope you get to tour with one soon!
Other reviewers from magazines and websites have been riding it somewhere in a nice country today....I was not invited 😓😓😓😓😓😓😓
That really hurts but our country can only send 1 or 2 people to these things. BMW send me to world premiere so I can't complain 😁
I really am smitten over the new looks, much sportier and svelte. It won’t please everyone, but to me it helps shed the “dad bike” image, and should help bring in a younger audience for BMW, presuming that younger audience could actually afford it hah. I know I’ll be saving my change, that Trophy paint scheme is stunning 👌
agree
Love it!! Still think I will be getting a 2020 + though when I get one. Cheaper. 🇦🇺 one day I will own one of these
It weird, the new bike is nice but i prefer the look of the old r1250gsa. I guess i will wait to see the adventure model.
Got my ordered 😁
Tire pressure control? Or just monitoring? Control to me means you can air up and down the tires.
Bmw also calls it "control" but it means monitoring 😁
The key fob looks like my robot pool vacuum
Great video and information. s the GPS mount the same as before? In other words will the Navigator 6 fit on the new bike?
To me it looked the same but not 100% sure 😁. Will let you know in my next video 😁
Is there an override for the auto ride height? Short leg riders, like me, would prefer a constant low ride height than guessing if the seat has dropped low enough at junctions.
I have once seen a lady last year on a very very low GS. So BMW does take care of it's smaller rides. I will ask the lowest possible setting when I get back in the shop for you 😉
Thanks. I had a 1250GS previously, it had low suspension and low seat, but the foot peg to seat distance felt a full on sports bike. Ridable but not comfy for long miles.
Tried it today, good bike. A bit tall.
Smokey, enjoying all the new bike content, understand it pays the bills. Please give us some KTM content, that's what brought me to the channel...
KTM told me couple weeks ago a new 1390 is coming out , Adventure and Superduke.....I was like ok keep me in touch. So the ball is in their camp , if they give a motorcycle that I have been making content with for the last 3 years to some magazine or website guy that doesn't even come close to my views online than it just doesn't work for me...
I have been doing so much for the brand , and I still love my 1290 SAR , no bike I tested last 2 years could beat it in my reviews as I said many times. But this TH-cam knife cuts on 2 sides , if they leave me in the dark , don't call me to unbox it , look at it first , maybe do a world premiere....all the things BMW and Ducati are giving me lately. Well you get the picture 😔
can we change front light???? to make like old one???
Tire pressure control?? it can raise and lower its tire pressures?? or is it just tire pressure monitoring?
Monitoring sorry about the confusion 😌
Would be epic if they could do that 😅
BMW call it control on their website too.
Great and informative video💥, I really appreciate your style. However, could you please clarify if there is indeed a noticeable shift in the riding position, leaning towards a slightly sportier stance with more bent knees? This adjustment might be less comfortable for taller riders or during extended trips, which would be a shame since the old GS was known for its fantastic and comfortable sitting position. Keep up the great work!🎉
Seats look narrower as well. First thought when photos emerged is that it looks notably less comfortable. For me, ride every day, year round, and take long trips with my wife. I would like to ride one when an event presents an opportunity, but I think the 1250 fits my needs better at this point
Yes, absolutely. When I get the motorcycle I will put my 205cm friend on it to show you 😁
Wow, that style of Akro is pretty sweet. Wonder if I can get one of those for the SAS?? 🤔
Hello! Buddy... I've viewed your TH-cam channel for the second time and have done subscribed.
Likes watching your videos from Assam state, BHARAT (INDIA) 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
Brilliant but we just need the original Smokey out at Starbucks and putting through a hard test , but thank you Sir , Carl .uk
I understand BMW giving the bike to other reviewers as well in my country first. I know I'm getting the most views on TH-cam , social media and so on. But they have been working with magazine and website guys for many years. So I'm last in line at the moment to ride it unfortunately. They did send me to Berlin for the world premiere so I'm very grateful for that opportunity. I will keep grinding and sooner or later I might get the scoops riding new bikes first :-).
Consumable final drive shaft? My 1984 Yamaha T50 is still on it's original one.
9:35 Now that's the real beauty.......😁
I bought my Nine T at this same dealership. haha, nice!
Id love to know why more bikes (cars too) are going keyless when its been proved over and over how easy it is to clone the key, are bmw planning to make it more secure if they are going to be sticking to keyless in the future
I hate that some options are locked behind the premium package. I want offroad capability and don't want the radar features.
If indicators optional on hand guards, where else do they get located? Does it cost more on bars or on other mysterious location? Many thanks
I like it!
Excellent 🎉
Nice video. What about a iPhone Pro Max? will it fit?
Two people asked , when I ride it I will try haha 😂👌