IT'S BROKEN!! - What Happens Now? (S3 EP11)
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- We brought Chris’ BMW into the shop for some planned maintenance - just wait until we tell you what we found out. Never in our wildest dreams did we expect to receive such devastating news. Saying goodbye is always the hardest part, but change is exciting too! Life is about change and now it’s time for a new chapter in our adventures.
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***Thanks so much for all the comments regarding the new bike - good and bad. It kind of reminded me of the Ford vs Chevy competition. I’m not knocking the Goldwing in any way - was a great bike.
Understandable so many are attached to their particular type of bike - makes me glad that there are so many options to choose from rather than just 1 or 2 that can leave you feeling trapped. And while we might have our own personal preferences on motorcycle brands, it nice to know that at the core of everything we all share the same love and passion - riding motorcycles. As Rich likes to say “as long as your knees are in the breeze that’s all that matters”.
While the Goldwing might be a great fit for many, it was not a good fit for me and my riding style. We ride the highways occasionally, don’t cover a ton of miles a day and absolutely love peeling off onto a dirt/gravel/rutted road on a whim. I would have been terrified of taking the GW off road and don’t like being confined to just always having to ride the pavement.
So, if I had gotten the GW, I would have still gone down unreliable roads and not enjoyed it at all, which was the main reason I couldn’t go with the GW. I probably wouldn’t have done a good job of it, fallen down and left bike parts in my wake.
So, no matter what you ride, or how passionate you are about a particular brand of bike, Rich & I wish you happy riding and a fabulous summer of endless, safe travels.
NAME SUGGESTIONS: Thanks so much for all your input on naming the new bike! We really appreciate each and every one of you!!! We’re in the process of picking the best 3 and will be putting that out on our Facebook page for everyone to vote soon.
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Gertie 💫
Naming is such a tough thing...but I think perhaps Gisela (since she's German)--and thus Gizzy for short (GS pun, too).
Awww go Chris.... Alistair’s bike is a GS (but a 20 year old one).
Name suggestions: from Al - Gertie; from me - Bigs.
Happy week, both x
rambling rosie
I agree with you Chris. I have a 2018 GW and I don’t like going down unpaved roads but sometimes I have to and I am not a big fan. But I do enjoy my GW. I have seen the roads you go on and I am impressed by the both of you. Enjoy your new ride. As for a name I never really named my two bikes I have owned. I am sure you will pick an appropriate one. Stay safe and have fun.👍😊
Oh man!!! I was hoping she would get the F6B Wing. Good for 300k miles. Just like everyone, got an opinion. Anyhoo, glad she is riding again. Just noticed, I'm talking like I'm talking to Rich but maybe Chris is the one reading/answering posts hahaha. Good update.
Thanks Willa. i answer most of the comments here on YT and Instagram. Chris is on the Facebook page
Should of got a honda
I bought my K1600B at that very GoAZ and had all my service there on my prior bike (a 1997 Honda Shadow 1100ACE). They've always been great to work with, in my opinion. I was seriously considering the GS. That's a great bike and I think you will enjoy it. I love my bagger, but sometimes wish that I had some gravel road ability - especially living here in AZ. Hope you are otherwise enjoying your stay here in Arizona. With the exception of some unusual wind, the weather has been great for riding!
Get some highway pegs for the engine crash bars to stretch out on and you can ride 800 mile days. I have a GS and ridden it to Alaska and back twice. Good choice.
I was saddened to see how upset you were with the news of your motorcycle's demise. But the good news is that you picked a very similar bike to what I have and I know you will come to love it.
Thanks Manuel. And you are absolutely right - I love it!
I'm surprised you went for another BMW, because the rear axle design is probably similar on the old and the new.
BMW= "Betty My Wheels" Safe travels
Looking forward to your new adventures on your new adventure bike. I think you made a great choice and I'm a Harley guy like your husband. And for a name I like Bertha. Since she's a big girl.
I'm sorry to hear that about your bike, but it could have been a lot worse. It's possible that your rear wheel could have locked up. That might could have cause a wreck. Thank God, your OK!!.. That's the main thing. Take Care and ride SAFE !!! I love ya'lls videos.
Thanks, Mike. Those were our thoughts exactly.
Good choice.
Congrats on the new BMW. Since its German you can name it Gustoff
Perfect choice!!!!, congratulations
Big Bertha! Happy trails. JP
I was hoping for the Street Glide
A couple of days ago driving home from work the engine top up light came on on my K1300S, one mile from home..
At my home I inspected the oil level, which as you know is on a plastic hose external to the upper oil tank. I tried to get the seat off and it just would not move! The seat on these bikes are notoriously difficult to remove, I have always had problems with mine since I bought the bike. Called the emergency call out service, the mechanical technician could not get the seat off and recommend the bike should be recovered to a BMW dealership, it was.
I took out an extended warranty last year from BMW for the bike, the seat mechanism is not covered 😲😲!!
I paid £397.85 for this warranty piece of mind that's $562.36, this part is not covered. WTF.
I will contact BMW in the morning, if no result no more BMW bikes for me.
Felt real bad for you. Hard to be shocked like that than feel pressured to pick a new one so soon. You did good nice new bike. Bike Name LOLA FIONA
My dream bike - Goldilocks
It's a BMW, expect an expensive meltdown. Broken Motor Werkz, loved my old 1953 r50 rode from LA to NYC a few times. enjoyed the Flying Brick 750 triple.. weird bike but smooth and reliable, until it wasn't..
I think “Goldilocks” is apropos. :)
Mr Artur . You could have miss Alice and Mr Artur
oh i did not see the hole video but you still can take back the bmw for the gold wing if you dont you can name the bmw black betty bam-ba-lam its a song
Name her “Betsy”. Short for Heaven for Betsy.
Thanks Ron!
My 1981 R100RT has more than 3 times the miles of this bike and has not had a easy life new bikes should be better than this
So true!!
Want comfortable carefree miles, get a couple of Gold Wings.
Bingo. My 1980 wing used bought in 88 went 24 years with just regular maintenance killed by a car
Nhaa, there are many other Japanese bikes out there that are not as big and very comfortable that are also Japanese. It’s hard to beat the Japanese reliability. The top four most reliable motorcycle manufactures based on two different owner surveys done years apart, are all Japanese. BMW was almost in last place, only beaten by CanAm. If CanAm went out of business or didn’t exist, BMW would be least reliable brand of bikes.
@@charlietaylor6389 Life is too short to only ride one motorcycle anyways.
I too was hoping you went with the Goldwing! I have a 2010, love it!! That GS is absolutely awesome though! Perfect for what you two do!!! Congratulations!!!
Make sure you have the dealer grease the splines on the drive shaft at the first service. It is not on BMW's maintenance schedule, so it won't get done unless you specify it or do it yourself. Save you a lot of heartache.
If I was planning to get 200,000 miles out of a bike I would definitely buy the gold wing because I know it’ll go to distance without major repair. But then what can I say I have Honda cars and a Honda truck and they do go the distance without major repair. Hope you have good luck with this bike.
Have GL1500 Wing along with Ultra Classic HD and several others, but the Wing is by far the most dependable w/no break downs other than batteries (can happen any bike) and normal maintenance with lots of it's 82k miles towing Aspen Classic tent trailer (similar to Rich & Chris) riding double. Seen many older wings & later model Wings go well over 200k & way beyond. Hard to beat Honda longevity.
Yamaha Super Ten. Reliable. GW to heavy and boring.
@@larryj8924 -All this speaking of wings got me the munchies for KYC fried wings with a side order of flys.
@@auggie803 SWEET!!!😃
Wishing you would have gotten the Goldwing. If you bought a car brand that would only last 80k miles,, would you keep buying the same car brand??
The GS won because the roads that we seem to find. and yes if i knew the improvements
BMW's have challenges with drive lines for sure, wouldn't ever pull a heavy trailer with it, but handling will be suitable for their loose gravel roads.
So Chris.. did you test drive that Gold Wing?
Just curious if you got to experience the automatic transmission and what you thought of it.
I own a 21 RT and came from a long line of Gold Wings, the last being a 2018. Chris would have loved that Wing. It handles like a sports car and the motor is a terrific. The more miles you put on it the more you fall in love with it.
I’m surprised we didn’t see a CTX 700 since it’s like a mini goldwing. My name is “Mad Hatter”
The GS won because the roads that we seem to find.
@@TwoWheelsBigLife Would your new bike be what one would consider an "adventure" bike?
@@TwoWheelsBigLife Yes, you won't have to worry about the dirt roads anymore!
The goldwing is your best bet, but darn costly
Not as comfortable on gravel. But it would last A LOT longer.
But cheaper in the long run. BMW = Bring More Wallet!
@@dennism665 Valid comment on the gravel with a Wing!
I love the 2018 Gold Wing!
What a fabulous bike! Chris, you're so lucky you're tall because you had so many more options than most women!
True that!
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Even some of us men! I have a 28 inch inseam and bought the BMW RT because I just was as comfortable on the tall GS.
Sorry for your loss. But a new gs, woo hoo !!!!
I think “Arlo” after Arlo Guthrie. You already got “Alice” from the restaurant. Ruby also seems like a road/restaurant character.
I like this!
You must. Have a good guardian angel. This was your chance to ditch the bike and get a class B. So much more comfortable and civilized you could have towed the other bike. Waste of money getting another bike. I’m afraid you’ll regret next bug infested or snowy adventure. Your older and deserve some minor comforts!! This is getting sad to watch the hardships of living outside on motorcycles. Be safe. Good Luck
WOW!! I like the adventure. I feel caged in 4 walls or wheels. But hey thanks for telling me how it is. Cheers.
I knew when you shimmed the rear caliper there was a bigger problem looming!!!! New bike looks awesome,,,even to a Harley rider. Ha ha.
Thanks 👍. Take one for a ride sometime. they are impressive
Sorry to see the bike die. I’ve owned a K75 and now have an old K1100LT. Both had the final drive wheel bearing fail at less than 50k miles! It’s a weakness of the mono shock system and the strain on the bearing. The trick is to spot the first drop of oil on your back wheel rim as the seal starts to fail and get it changed out immediately. I also check my bearing regularly now by grabbing the wheel top and bottom and try waggling it. Good luck with the new bike. I still love BMW.
Should have got the Honda looks more you Chris.
I think with roads we ride the GS won the Day
I hear people rag on chain drive systems but changing out sprockets and chains is no big deal. Once you wear out a shaft drive system you're done. Sure, maintenance is higher on chain's but it's easy and fast and a chain and sprockets will last a long time if you do it correctly. I got 45,000 miles out of the original chain and sprockets on my Honda Shadow Wing. I'm old and disabled so I needed a light touring bike that no one has sold since the GL500 Silverwing of the early 80's so I built one. I purchased a Honda VT600CD motorcycle and fabricated custom brackets for it and mounted a 1970's era Windjammer fairing on it along matching bags and trunk. The bike is a "Cruiser" so the seat is very low so I can get my old leg over it. I've put many problem free miles on it and a expect it's my last motorcycle before it get too old to continue riding.
Goldilocks (gold wheel wells and you played with the Three Bears schtick in the blog, plus Chris has Gold Locks)
Gabby Sundown, Just plain "Gabby" for short, you can ride her into the Sunset! Nice Bike, it must have fit her well cause they ain't light, hope you enjoy it Chris :{)
A BMW, junk at 80000 miles, I believe I would have gone with a proven winner. Hey, that's just my opinion you have to ride what you feel most comfortable on and I respect that! By the way, I love your vids and will be watching! May the GS 1250 go 300,000 and take you all the way to that rocking chair many years from now! Blessings to you both!
You’ve just selected one of the worlds greatest bikes! I’ll bet anything it’ll be Rich’s next bike 😉 my name for the new bike is “Mr Big” !
Concur!!
I wish you would have bought the Honda Holding, in opinion it is the better bike in witch you live, and ride!... I'm just saying!...lol... I like the name (infinity girl)
Oh man, just a month shy of the release of the PanAmerica, for a name “Arlo” he sang Alices Restaurant
I don't want a tickle.
Sorry, im no help. I have 2 harleys, and no matter what i call them, they never answer. So, i just call them both......MOTORCYCLE. nice beemer, by the way. Hope you love it!
GS sounds like Jesus
I'm thinking back to all the grief Rich got when the Harley broke. BMWs are HIGH maintenance bikes. The GS is nice, but too bad you couldn't wait for the HD Pan America. The reviews are great.
Each person has to choose what they like in a bike, but I have to ask, why would you buy another of the same brand that only lasted 80K miles. I am on my third Goldwing and I have friends that have put on over 300K on their Wings. Good luck, I know you will like your new bike. But living on a bike, I would go with longevity.
This bike and its motor is completely different than any 07 BMW. this motor will last 200k + also the Goldwing could not handle the amount of dirt we ride.
@@TwoWheelsBigLife I understand but not to make you upset but if that Harley can handle what you guys do I would put that Goldwing up against that lol. I think you have a unusual opinion of a Goldwing. My last one, I rode like I stole it, really abused it and was still ticking like a watch when I sold it at 153K. I hope the Adventure bike gives you better service you guys do a great job and I so enjoy you videos
My question too, and I had a Goldwing that was absolutely... flawless. Met a guy in Canada once who was pulling a trailer behind his, asked, How's it handle it?" "I started pulling it at 100,000 miles, and have had not problems" He showed me the odometer, 480,000 miles. Honda means "bullet proof" in Japanese.
@@richardmourdock2719 Our 30 year old Goldwing SE is still ticking every day! Like the "BULLET PROOF!"
@@TwoWheelsBigLife You made the right decision! The new GW needs a $3000+ suspension upgrade to ride like it should, on or off road. Its a common problem, but few want to admit it. Also, it is just to heavy and not made to ride off road like the GS is made to. The GS has more suspension travel, its lighter, and should last as long as any other bike.
Nice new BMW? That adventure motorcycle is a whole different world. I would have been looking at a Yamaha FJR 1300. Ride Safe.
GS = Ginger Snap!😉
Sorry to hear about your bike..
I'm going through something similar with mine!!
Thinking about the names???
How bout Black Bart ?¿?¿
I was hoping you went with the GW. I have two LOL.. I got all excited when you chose the GW the first day LOL...
I was rooting for the GW too. I’ve ridden one since 1997.
I’m shaking my head wondering the say thing. They past up the best motorcycle on the road.
I thought she would surely go with the Goldwing , I hope she can get more miles out of the new BMW bike , but I doubt it. the rear spokes never will stay tight on the GS ... well they never would on the 3 that I owned
You wouldn't think 80k is the end of the life for a BMW K1200GT. I have a K1300GT makes me nervous now. Best of luck.
Helga! That's a great name for a German bike!
BMW must have a good sales machine! You had a BMW that you did scheduled maintenance on that seemed to fail a little early. So you need a bike and you buy another BMW. I agree you were rushed. Oh well. Congratulations. I love your channel. I hope it all works out.
The GS won because the roads that we seem to find.
I think the Goldwing should be reserved for Rich. It would be great pulling the trailer, and having reverse is always a good thing!
Thanks
I’ve seen a lot of folks suggest Honda Gold wing. The are bullet proof and I don’t understand why you don’t get them. I would never drive any thing else. I’ve driving mine all over Mexico including Cozumel. They are beyond reliable state of the art. Best thing you could go all the way back to 2002 and they are still available and still have plenty of miles left.
Phoenix, out of the ashes and into a new magnificent bike! I love your channel! God bless you both on your journey!
Thanks so much!
Phoenix! That’s what I was going to suggest, but ya beat me to it. 👍🏻
Been doing quite long distance running myself in my world 80,000 mi is not much actually hardly man myself but smart enough to know if Honda builds up 80,000 miles is nothing
Flow and Alice the perfect combo
That's a good
lol or Mel, since it was Mel's diner.
Yup, I like “Flo” also! I thought the F900 would be good Chris, but watching you on the GS & knowing what you both have to haul daily, I think you made the right choice. Wings are very nice too (I’ve had 3), but for where & how you ride, you done good girl! Go explore & don’t look back!
80k miles and it's at the end of its reliability? Don't think I would have replaced it with one from the same manufacturer that's telling me that.
85k on my Kawi and I plan on 100k more of non stop reliability.
completely different drive a reliability record with the newer BMWs
@@TwoWheelsBigLife that's good.
Hope to meet up with you guys somtime this summer when ever you make it back to the east.
Best of luck with your new bike. It's a real beauty. Get some crash bars for the cylinder heads...they are easy to damage in a tip over.
Yep we did get those and a bigger windscreen
Let me start off bummer about your loss I am sort of a Harley man but also have new Honda Valkyrie for me best bike I've ever owned expect at least 200,000 miles virtually no maintenance good luck
That goldwing is definitely you. U can't go wrong with that bike
It was nice !
Am torn between GW and 1250. Why did you prefer the latter?
The GS won because the roads that we seem to find. I don't think the GW would handle the dirt roads as well as the old GT or like this GS will do.
I was surprised you went with a BMW again they are not known for their reliability or dependability, Hondas are much more reliable and dependable Honda would have been my choice hands down
Like hondas but those quadcarbs go outta tune so often...ez fix but pia...imho, i wont ride nothin but a harley...hasnt let me down yet
So this selection makes sense given what she was on prior. Best of luck. Name it Flo, lol
The GS won because the roads that we seem to find.
Great choice Chris how about opal you'll have her for a long time ENJOY
The 1250 GS is a very good bike but when it breakdown you are never near a BMW repair center like you are with Harley.
As a previous BMW owner, my experience was after 3 years the cost of ownership increased exponentially!
I guess you may have been unlucky. Im 4yrs in and not a single component failure. I ride in a group of 4, all BMW, and only issue of note is some paint flaking off of an 800gs. I suppose for every bad theres a good right?
We have had good luck with our Beemers.
That’s been my experience also. But it keeps the videos interesting.
I've had no big issues but the previous owner didn't ride for years and that killed the ABS. My '07 K1200GT came to me last year with 3990 miles and now has 5000 more on. It doesn't like being left out in the wet. A trip around Scotland had the cruise stop responding and the heated seats had a life of their own which is awful when the sun comes out again! It was ok when it dried out but I do think I would like something a little more hardy. I've had many bikes that ran well in all conditions but there is just too much weight and tech on this for it to be a keeper.
I would love to own a GS 1200, but this is exactly why I am hesitant to purchase 😬
Given the fact that this bike is German, the last bike was German, and the problem you had with your other bike I can't think of a better name than Axel !
Kelly
Congrats on the new R1250. Your going to love it! Your on a German bike, so I suggest a strong German name, Heidi or perhaps Hilde.
Great suggestion!
Enjoy the new bike. I am just surprised to see you got it after the mechanic told you that the bmw' s develope problems after 80000 miles.
German bike German name... Klaus
Klaus is great
Big cost maintenance items like this always brings up age old question. Do I spent X amt on these larger repairs or XXXX on new bike? Convenience plays a big role I’m sure. With your full time road lifestyle, it’s much harder to have downtime I imagine. Glad to see no one was injured but sorry bike life was shorter than expected. My 2012 HD RK with 248k will be hard to let go at end of it’s time with me.
true. I love my HD and plan on keeping her. also the roads we are on the GS is a perfect fit for her
I think Rich needs a new HD Pan America S adventure bike to complement that BMW GS.
I like the way you think !
@@TwoWheelsBigLife mmm... pretty sure Rich is a bit jealous , specially on the dirt.... lots of "I'll get the GS for a bit of exploring... ok, Chris?" :)
That single swing arm would not have been my choice especially after seeing the way it failed on your Bike. I liked the Goldwing my self. Good luck with your new ride!
Fair enough!
GoldWings have "single swing arms" as well
It was a final drive failure. Not the swingarm. Common failures on those model BMW's. Goldwings have had single sided swingarms since 2001 when the Gen 5 came out. And they are rock solid.
How about "Lili Von Shtupp" remember Blazing Saddles?
I am sorry, the Goldwing would be a better, longer lasting bike for what you guys are doing. I do pray for travel mercies on all your travels.
I am partial to the Goldwing as I have had 2, total miles for both is over 300k.
I agree about the Goldwings. I bought my first one in 1975. One of the first to touch US pavement. I have had half dozen since then and have 3 now. Another restored 75, and 2 identical 98’s except one is triked out and the other had the landing gear setup. At 74 next month, I’m doing what I need to to keep riding. Just took a 300 mi ride heading down to the coast from San Antonio and back. Blowing out the trike getting it ready for a trip to UTAH by July. They been parked too long while I was out of the country for a year. I do think your choice was a good one for your off pavement riding. I don’t mind taking the Gl1000 off pavement, but the 1500’s are a different story. Keep the shiney side up and have fun.
I had a Gold Wing way back in the 70. The current ones which are up around 900 pound are just too heavy. Then there is the ugly factor, the new Gold wings look like half a love seat with 2 wheel attached. Just my opinion of course.
Would have taken the Goldwing. Proven reliability and long life. Like a luxury car with two wheels.
The GS won because the roads that we seem to find.
Pan America my local Harley dealer offering life time warranty on new bikes. Harley would be with you for life.
Should have gotten away from BMW money pits Stay with the wing !!!
You just had a bmw crap out at 80 thousand miles, why in the world would you buy another one!!!!
Good for you Chris, you’re no Harley girl. You’re an open minded, independent thinker, you’re going to enjoy the BMW.
Hope so!
@@TwoWheelsBigLife i just don't trust the BMW dealers. Watch them.
Open minded, independent thinkers don't ride Harleys???
What should we name Her. Answer on this pinned Comment.
Mad Hatter
Gwendolyn
Miles Crusher
Gigi
Frau Blücher (from Young Frankenstein 🤣)
Welcome to the GS club. If you think you love that bike now. Just wait a few days. I LOVE mine. My wife says to name her goldilox caused you made reference to the three bears Too big to small just right. Plus it has gold rims. Great choice!!!!!
I like it!
So I guess eventually you’ll learn and get rid of the Harley and BMW and get a 100k mile plus Japanese bike.
I think Florence! Because Florence Nightingale came to the rescue! Beside she looks like Florence
You surprised me, the way you lit up when you got on the Goldwing I just knew that was the one. I'm sure it was a big difference from your BMW. Ride Safe, and enjoy your adventures!
You bet
That was not a 'lighting up.' That was mocking the GW suggestion. Listen to the comments from Rich. It seemed a rehearsed segment.
Sort of playing 'catch up'. Sad your comfort scoot broke, now to break in a new one.
Been following along for awhile now-
The laundry mat incident with the brake caliper rubbing was the warning shot across the bow that something was amiss..
Good thing you all keep up with frequent walk-around inspections!
Y'all kept us in suspense with the teaser from the last video..
Have to admit I was excited when you tried the GoldWing;
One of my current bikes is an '05 GW that's taken me up and down the East Coast from Florida to Maine,
Down through Texas, out to Arizona, and to Peoria, Illinois several times on business trips to Caterpillar.
It has never so much as hick-upped; never a bit of trouble.
It just munches the road in comfort, mile after mile..
Your new Beamer looks up to the task at hand too though! 👍
Let the journey continue..! 🙂
Thanks The GS won because the roads that we seem to find.
Folks that is common, BMW dropped the ball again.
I would have bought the goldwing. They will last forever.
The GS won because the roads that we seem to find.
Get a Goldwing! 200,000 miles!!!
Love a "Wing"!!!
As long as Chris is safe, I hate to think what could have happened
So true Susan. We had some serious conversations over that
Exactly 🙏🙏🙏🙏
@@TwoWheelsBigLife For future reference, with GS on centerstand, grab rear wheel at 3:00 and 9:00 positions - there should be no play when you try to wiggle the rear wheel.
Exactly!
Hi guys. I hope ye go with a male name for the new bike. Seen as the harley and trailer are female names.
I have a 2019 K1600GT which I absolutely love and I knew going in it wasn’t going to be nearly as reliable as my Honda bikes of the past. I bought the extended warranty and those in my BMW riding club told me it was a very wise investment. Time will tell.
I have enjoyed watching your channel this weekend as I have hit the wall with my job. I am going to retire at age 61 and do some long distance traveling while I’m fit and able.
Thats the reason we are doing this now. We are fit and able
Hi guys. Love your channel. I have a 2010 K1300gt (same bike) can you comment on how you think this happened?
The final drive failed. I think it happened because the previous owner did not or the service company did not service the final drive. The bearing was extremely worn. Could have been catastrophic.