Can confirm, I'm an old man that needs all the things. I bought a 2020 GSA HP in October, and I immediately needed a Klim jacket and pants as well as the black aluminum side cases.
Great to see a video from you and your riding 👍. Loved your comments about the GS, when I'm done with all other bikes I'll get one and be done with it. Keep up the good work.👍🇦🇺
Seen 1000 reviews of GS bikes, none were as fun to watch as yours. Liked and Subscribed. For me the GS has it all: touring capabilities, potential in the dirt and comfort for the spouse.
Brilliant vid mate I own the exact gsa and love it I had 790 r and just sold 1290r and also raced motocross all my life so it’s my Time to chill on the beautiful gsa that never puts a foot wrong great vid bro I can’t watch many but yours was sweet 👌
The other "Old Man" cheap bastard option is the DR650. Got mine!! Still has all the fancy stuff - rider modes:1 (whoever is riding it), ABS options:1 (off), suspension options:1 (bouncy and soft), traction control options:1 (auto adjusted by rear tyre wear), engine modes:1 (tractor), heated grips/seat:yes (heated by hands/arse), trip computer:1 (big round speedo with odometer), mirrors:2 (big shiny barn doors), exhaust modes:2 (stealth and aftermarket). Absolutely love riding it and wouldn't change it for anything! Still, the GS is one sexy beast...
Telever is the best street suspension ever. I have one on a K1300S as well. Unless you grew up racing on conventional forks, the telever should be on every street bike.
Love the vid and your enthusiasm is killing it! Loose goosy surface really did it! :) Do you have some info about those headlight protection I see on the bikes? They are custom and not BMW correct? I've ordered a protection kit from Lonestar but I think the ones in your vid are cool looking as well. Thanks!
Noting beats a good fern!! I love my '16 R1200GS and super tempted to get the new model. Might hold out for radar cruise control because every good Adventure bike needs it! lol
Id say it’s a young’s man bike too if you can swing the high cost. I bought my first gs at 28. 2018 Bmw gsa. Cost me a arm and a leg and I had to really rework my budget but never once have I had a single regret in purchasing that bike. I have a Wr250r and ktm 500 for anything serious in the dirt but for long distance travel and exploration. GSA period! If forced to own only one bike it would be the Gs. It’s so easy to work on! I can praise that bike from sun up to sun down. It’s such a joy to ride!
Hello, I had a 1150gs 17 years (2001 to 2018) a 1200gsa (700k range ) 2 years and i have yet a 790 adv r. The 790 adv r can do what all the gs can do more easier. Just a bit less confortable on road, not too much differences to ride at legal speed. The 790 adv r with more preload on fork and road tires can go far too fast on road too, light is right. I can tell you i live in France in a country of nice mountain twisty road. The difference is we buy a gs and let it with road tires I our country's and the Kim not to do things the same way so at least everybody put 50/50 tires on it. As everybody knows the kind of tires change bikes. Thank you for yours videos Nerb1 and you you making dream people in other parts of world. I'm waiting for a videos T7 and 790 r crossing the Simpson. I say that, i say nothing...
You definitely need to have a run on a goldwing, or a k1600 even. I'm not a big GS fan personally but can certainly appreciate what brilliant machines they are
I had a bumble bee 🐝 R100GS. I prefer the tricolour paint scheme as it doesn’t show the dirt & scratches. I don’t do a lot of long distance rides anymore so a top box for bits and pieces would do the job. KTM 890 Adventure would probably do most of what I want but the BMW wins with heated grips,seat,screen, shaft drive.
I have the 2021 Goldwing Tour and the 2021 R1250 GSA and they are both equally comfortable on long road trips. If I had to give the edge to one it would be the GW because of the rider sissy bar and CarPlay. But….my 2021 KTM 890 Adventure R is the most FUN to ride. I have stock seats on the two larger bikes and I’ve done 500+ mile days.
@@RidingWithTom I just learnt how to ride on my dad's Ducati but I will have to buy my own bike with my own money so it will take a while I guess but I will still be subscribed then and I'll comment telling you that I finally got a bike so I'm waiting for that day😂
Always the prom queen for sure ... but the Super Tenere will be the pick for the wife and I when the empty nest comes. $8-10k (CAD) price difference buys a lot of adv travel, and likely double the mileage life.
Test rode the GSA and new Ducati V4 and the new KTM1290.....The KTM simply blows the gs away in all areas.....it’s just something so special I’ve cancelled my 1250 order.....I challenge you all to try, I couldn’t believe it!
I had my first ride on a 1250RS last weekend at a demo day. Friggin sweet bike man, the torque is insane. If I had the money I'd put some down on one of those. Great video as always, missed you buddy.
Had a T7 which I loved but wanted a good 2 up tourer, so sold the T7 and brought a new Gs1250 Hp fricken love it man, of Course i am a wimp and don’t want to destroy it off road they are not cheap bikes , so I just ordered a Honda Crf300l for my off road fix happy Chappy
LOL, maybe you should have got the R1250RT instead of the GS if your not going to take it off road, the RT is a far superior touring bike, for the road.
Hopefully, the electronics don't crap itself like my 2020 S1000RR. I have the shiftcam although I' don't see much difference to the last bike of mine with no such thing. one thing you can be sure of the shiftcam does is to bump up the price, add more complexity and repair cost. LOL
Hey Tom.. I doubt it, but I've literally watched your videos since almost the start, my favorite video was the 100$ Kmart trip, you rekon you could do it again? Also, I'm buying a bike, and want a WR you got any for sale? Haha.
By the time you get to the age you want one of these petrol engines will be banned! Buy one now and leave it in a box at the back of the garage for twenty years. You’ll be able to amaze your friends AND be the coolest bloke in the pack when you wheel it out.
Time to kill of the go pro? damn thing I dont think the stabilization likes you lifting the front wheel, I think happened in your tenere video.. Still waiting for the 450L video :)
@@RidingWithTom excellent! If it didn't have a vortex ecu and you needed to try one with a vortex I have one you can use any time. Smooths out the throttle and makes it a much nicer ride as well as removing the EU/lams power restrictions...
I had last year 2020 model R1250GSA. And finally dissapointed. First started problems with keyless system. I could not fill up petrol as fuel tank was not opening. Sometimes opening and sometimes no... I come to petrol statiom and can not open! And worst come after 10.000 km- there was comming noise from engine. Like valves noise. BMW dealer told this is normal but that noise was too unbearable so I could not live with this. It is not normal in my oppinion for motorcycle which cost 24.000 €. So had to sell. I think old model was better New model is expenxlsive but made of cheap parts.
If you're an old man 50+ and you plan to go off road do not buy an adventure bike because it's far too heavy for you to lift for when you get bogged and it very physically intensive to ride off road while sliding around. Stick to a pure dirtbike as they're light weight and the knobby tyres make everything better even on road they're fine.
Can confirm, I'm an old man that needs all the things. I bought a 2020 GSA HP in October, and I immediately needed a Klim jacket and pants as well as the black aluminum side cases.
I did the same thing as you did but I’m just 22 👌😂😅 but mine is not a GSA
@@simonericbrauner At 22, I think that just means you're wise beyond your years.
What About the helmet and some gloves, boots maybe...?
@@a.k1311 Omg, you're right. I don't want to look silly wearing red Ducati boots on a blue BMW. This needs to change.
Was 25 when I got my first one, can confirm peaked lid was the next purchase 😂
Great to see a video from you and your riding 👍. Loved your comments about the GS, when I'm done with all other bikes I'll get one and be done with it. Keep up the good work.👍🇦🇺
Seen 1000 reviews of GS bikes, none were as fun to watch as yours. Liked and Subscribed. For me the GS has it all: touring capabilities, potential in the dirt and comfort for the spouse.
Awesome content Tom, and the wheelie on the 1250 GSA is epic! well done!
Definitely an end game bike. So good!
Brilliant review as usual mate. Gotta love this bike. Cheers brother.
Don't even have a licence, but WOW am I such a fan boy of them ever since watching the long way round, cracking review!!
Nice to see someone make the bike work, thanks mate.
Hi Tom !
Because of your review I bought a bmw r1250gs adventure rallye 2022..
Well done Tom you deserve another subscriber.
They are a great looking bike and priced to match. Great video
Brilliant vid mate I own the exact gsa and love it I had 790 r and just sold 1290r and also raced motocross all my life so it’s my Time to chill on the beautiful gsa that never puts a foot wrong great vid bro I can’t watch many but yours was sweet 👌
cool bike! i really love it ❤️
Getting my 3rd soon at 32 years old love the things
Super Video! Ich habe für 2,00 € Applaus gesendet. 👏
The other "Old Man" cheap bastard option is the DR650. Got mine!! Still has all the fancy stuff - rider modes:1 (whoever is riding it), ABS options:1 (off), suspension options:1 (bouncy and soft), traction control options:1 (auto adjusted by rear tyre wear), engine modes:1 (tractor), heated grips/seat:yes (heated by hands/arse), trip computer:1 (big round speedo with odometer), mirrors:2 (big shiny barn doors), exhaust modes:2 (stealth and aftermarket). Absolutely love riding it and wouldn't change it for anything! Still, the GS is one sexy beast...
They are pretty comfy. You're right. We are all probably going to end up on one the older we get lol.
I bag the F800 once and they never invite me back! lol
no more invites from Royal Enfield for me!
I'm a gonna start saving for the 50th anniversary model.
let us hope it is not electric ...
I heard they are going to stop this bike production soon...Ha..ha
It would be worth your patience. These bikes are amazing.
Serious handlebar issue going on there dude 😂 luv the vid. Finally... Yr back. Now get yrself arsed back to the Simpson
Got my 2021 gsa a few weeks back love it
What a review mate.
Telever is the best street suspension ever. I have one on a K1300S as well. Unless you grew up racing on conventional forks, the telever should be on every street bike.
Love the vid and your enthusiasm is killing it! Loose goosy surface really did it! :) Do you have some info about those headlight protection I see on the bikes? They are custom and not BMW correct? I've ordered a protection kit from Lonestar but I think the ones in your vid are cool looking as well. Thanks!
Noting beats a good fern!! I love my '16 R1200GS and super tempted to get the new model. Might hold out for radar cruise control because every good Adventure bike needs it! lol
Like your riding style...good
great video about a great bike
Awesome video Tom, I loved to hear your passion about the GS 👍 (Trade your 790 Adventure R in) 😉
Yeah man. Cool man.
Id say it’s a young’s man bike too if you can swing the high cost. I bought my first gs at 28. 2018 Bmw gsa. Cost me a arm and a leg and I had to really rework my budget but never once have I had a single regret in purchasing that bike. I have a Wr250r and ktm 500 for anything serious in the dirt but for long distance travel and exploration. GSA period! If forced to own only one bike it would be the Gs. It’s so easy to work on! I can praise that bike from sun up to sun down. It’s such a joy to ride!
They sound pretty mint too!
Just too heavy for what I do, that’s why I went with the T7
do you think this would be an OK freeway commuter? lane splitting e.t.c
You got another subscriber !
2:18 - good wheelie! Want to try it on the Wheelie Machine?
Hello,
I had a 1150gs 17 years (2001 to 2018) a 1200gsa (700k range ) 2 years and i have yet a 790 adv r.
The 790 adv r can do what all the gs can do more easier.
Just a bit less confortable on road, not too much differences to ride at legal speed.
The 790 adv r with more preload on fork and road tires can go far too fast on road too, light is right.
I can tell you i live in France in a country of nice mountain twisty road.
The difference is we buy a gs and let it with road tires I our country's and the Kim not to do things the same way so at least everybody put 50/50 tires on it.
As everybody knows the kind of tires change bikes.
Thank you for yours videos Nerb1 and you you making dream people in other parts of world.
I'm waiting for a videos T7 and 790 r crossing the Simpson.
I say that, i say nothing...
You definitely need to have a run on a goldwing, or a k1600 even. I'm not a big GS fan personally but can certainly appreciate what brilliant machines they are
A gold wing and k1600 are excellent for the road but when you want to do on and off road The GSA can’t be touched! It’s the best of both worlds!
I had a bumble bee 🐝 R100GS. I prefer the tricolour paint scheme as it doesn’t show the dirt & scratches. I don’t do a lot of long distance rides anymore so a top box for bits and pieces would do the job. KTM 890 Adventure would probably do most of what I want but the BMW wins with heated grips,seat,screen, shaft drive.
This man can ride , he is Ryan F9 of Australia.
@Bob Sacamano that’s just his act he puts on, but I see what you mean.
Can confirm just got a new 40 years editions at 33 and it sits next to my 16 R1 and 19 MT10
I have the 2021 Goldwing Tour and the 2021 R1250 GSA and they are both equally comfortable on long road trips. If I had to give the edge to one it would be the GW because of the rider sissy bar and CarPlay. But….my 2021 KTM 890 Adventure R is the most FUN to ride. I have stock seats on the two larger bikes and I’ve done 500+ mile days.
I would love to see you test the crf300l rally and give your 2 cents Tom.
Also I love my GS.
Did this day cost you anything? I have test ride both GS and GSA, but I want to do one of those days where BMW take you out for the day.
Dream Bike
Love the bike. You know a lot about it, and are an excellent skillful rider. Video way too shaky to truly enjoy.
9:30 knew that looked familiar, a mate of mine lives up there, we often ride our e-bikes around that area. Nice little town
Got an ex demo loaded 2016 1200. Once you ride a GS, you will not want anything else. I am old..
Please try the new Mt09sp Tom, ordered one myself, would love to hear your opinion.
I've been subscribed to Tom since 2013, since I was 11 years old, damn
Sounds like you are old enough to buy a road bike now!
@@RidingWithTom I just learnt how to ride on my dad's Ducati but I will have to buy my own bike with my own money so it will take a while I guess but I will still be subscribed then and I'll comment telling you that I finally got a bike so I'm waiting for that day😂
They are driving on the left side of the road just like India. Which country is this ??
Always the prom queen for sure ... but the Super Tenere will be the pick for the wife and I when the empty nest comes. $8-10k (CAD) price difference buys a lot of adv travel, and likely double the mileage life.
oh this is Australia? i thought it was US cause the man speaking english... and just realised i subscribed for ages
Test rode the GSA and new Ducati V4 and the new KTM1290.....The KTM simply blows the gs away in all areas.....it’s just something so special I’ve cancelled my 1250 order.....I challenge you all to try, I couldn’t believe it!
Looks like fun man...even though it's as heavy as F........ Time for the dark side ha ha
Seems like the Matrix is having some trouble down under
I got some flashbacks of doing that road at @11:09 on my R3.
So on a GS do you scrape peg first or rocker cover?
Pegs first, makes you jump the first time you do it 😂
Let the KTM Adventure S / BMW GS comparisons begin . . .
Please test ride the bmw s1000xr 2021, be awesome to check that video out!!
I had my first ride on a 1250RS last weekend at a demo day. Friggin sweet bike man, the torque is insane. If I had the money I'd put some down on one of those.
Great video as always, missed you buddy.
That said, have a look at the older models also till you get to the ones you can afford.
SEB i remember you....
Had a T7 which I loved but wanted a good 2 up tourer, so sold the T7 and brought a new Gs1250 Hp fricken love it man, of Course i am a wimp and don’t want to destroy it off road they are not cheap bikes , so I just ordered a Honda Crf300l for my off road fix happy Chappy
LOL, maybe you should have got the R1250RT instead of the GS if your not going to take it off road, the RT is a far superior touring bike, for the road.
@@senditadv007 i found the RT to big and bulky love the gs
Hopefully, the electronics don't crap itself like my 2020 S1000RR.
I have the shiftcam although I' don't see much difference to the last bike of mine with no such thing. one thing you can be sure of the shiftcam does is to bump up the price, add more complexity and repair cost. LOL
Hey Tom.. I doubt it, but I've literally watched your videos since almost the start, my favorite video was the 100$ Kmart trip, you rekon you could do it again? Also, I'm buying a bike, and want a WR you got any for sale? Haha.
Yeah super keen on doing some more challenge videos, we had some awesome ones planned but then covid hit, we will be doing some soon!
🤘🏻
good 👍
Had my 1250GSA for nearly 2 years now and just can't find anything worth trading up to. It's the last bike you buy because it's just so good.
Supper time tom video with the wife? Yes please!
By the time you get to the age you want one of these petrol engines will be banned! Buy one now and leave it in a box at the back of the garage for twenty years. You’ll be able to amaze your friends AND be the coolest bloke in the pack when you wheel it out.
You need to try the old KTM 950 ADV S! That thing is a beast
950 enduro u mean? Or 990 adventure?
The right hand side of the tank is loose.
you're right about the GS being an old mans bike, pretty sure they are planning to integrate a stannah stairlift next year
If you drop they are quite easy to pick up ..... there's a nack to it but very easy lol
Easier to pick up than my old kLR which weighs 100 lbs less
Time to kill of the go pro? damn thing I dont think the stabilization likes you lifting the front wheel, I think happened in your tenere video.. Still waiting for the 450L video :)
Omg I completely forgot I made a video on the CRF450! Sweet got another video now!
@@RidingWithTom excellent! If it didn't have a vortex ecu and you needed to try one with a vortex I have one you can use any time. Smooths out the throttle and makes it a much nicer ride as well as removing the EU/lams power restrictions...
@RidingWithTom, don't ride an 890 Rally with XPLOR PRO suspension... Unless you're keen on spending another 10K on upgrading your 790 :o)
11:30 This... specs are good for sales, but when you are out there they don't mean much.
What happened to SnarkieVlogs?
Goldwing hands down more comfortable. Different bikes.
Sup gents
I had last year 2020 model R1250GSA. And finally dissapointed.
First started problems with keyless system. I could not fill up petrol as fuel tank was not opening. Sometimes opening and sometimes no... I come to petrol statiom and can not open!
And worst come after 10.000 km- there was comming noise from engine. Like valves noise. BMW dealer told this is normal but that noise was too unbearable so I could not live with this. It is not normal in my oppinion for motorcycle which cost 24.000 €.
So had to sell.
I think old model was better
New model is expenxlsive but made of cheap parts.
naah I stay with my 2020 ATAS ES :)
If you're an old man 50+ and you plan to go off road do not buy an adventure bike because it's far too heavy for you to lift for when you get bogged and it very physically intensive to ride off road while sliding around. Stick to a pure dirtbike as they're light weight and the knobby tyres make everything better even on road they're fine.
Warburton river?
learn something new every day..... or maybe not
Oh what a surprise the new GS is amazing.....kinda sick of all these adds
Obsolete bike these days. You would have to rethink a purchase if you were serious about a adventure bike. To many better bikes available to buy.