Why is Everyone SELLING Their 1300 GS?! - ALL THE PROBLEMS Mega Edition!

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    With the 2024 BMW R 1300 GS
    Please Stay tuned for my BMW R 1300 GS review and ride test.
    Is it better than the R 1250 GS? 2024 BMW R1300 GS Specs
    Powering the BMW R1300 GS is a larger 1300cc boxer-twin engine. It will have 10 more horses than the outgoing model. The peak power and torque output are 146 Bhp and 150 Nm respectively. Underpinning, the R1300 GS is a new chassis with an aluminium subframe and 10KG Lighter. Cant wait to hear the start up sound. The 2024 R 1300 will be a beast.
    Is it better than the Ducati MultiStrada V4S, Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro or the KTM Super adventure S. Is the Honda Africa Twin in the conversation?
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    Face every incline and turn with ease. Nothing can stop you, especially off-road with the new R 1300 GS. With a powerful drive system, set new standards and live out the #SpiritOfGS.
    The ultimate adventure bike, the R 1300 GS is the perfect combination of power, comfort, and agility, making it the ideal bike for any terrain. Long journeys, short trips, alone or with friends, no matter what you are doing, get ready for the adventure of a lifetime.
    The 1300 GS long term review 6 months later. Can't wait for the 1300 GS Adventure
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  • @lifeisarideuk
    @lifeisarideuk Місяць тому +21

    WTF you made 😂 me laugh so much you are bang in the truth !

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      The Legend 🙌

  • @AmbrosiasRideOuts
    @AmbrosiasRideOuts Місяць тому +24

    My conclusion was that the 1250 is 'PEAK GS' and the 1300 is a totally new bike and will have to fight to retain/gain it position. Also, same as software, never buy v1.0 of anything.

  • @roccocarlino067
    @roccocarlino067 14 днів тому +4

    Having done the whole adventure bike thing, nothing beats a comfortable car with aircon, heated seats for long journeys in any season.

  • @markholmes5695
    @markholmes5695 Місяць тому +27

    Mammy, that man is shouting at his motorbike in the park…😅

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +3

      That’s what those strange looks were

  • @extraordinarywolf320
    @extraordinarywolf320 22 дні тому +3

    That's funny because I don't have one but now I'm getting one! This video made me do it.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  21 день тому +1

      👍 let’s us know how it goes

  • @martinhughes9769
    @martinhughes9769 Місяць тому +2

    Been watching you for a while, you never fail to make me smile, great video 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Legend! Woof

  • @saeedalfahim8604
    @saeedalfahim8604 Місяць тому +31

    A lot of noise …..My GS 1300 triple black works just fine 🤞

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +2

      Awesome to hear ;)

    • @Kevimoto
      @Kevimoto Місяць тому +4

      Making mountains out of mole hills is what social media is all about. The Triumph Tiger gets 💩 on quite often. And it's mostly by people that have never even ridden one. You get used to it. 😂

    • @GS_Trophy
      @GS_Trophy Місяць тому +5

      My 1300gs trophy has been amazing.

    • @AurelSer
      @AurelSer Місяць тому +2

      Because it's still new....

    • @saeedalfahim8604
      @saeedalfahim8604 Місяць тому

      @AurelSer Absolutely, well 1st edition normally has issues with usage that does not show during testing phase. Will wait and see 🤞🏻

  • @biker_marinator5696
    @biker_marinator5696 Місяць тому +4

    Haha just loved the way you ripped the 1300GS 🤣🤣

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Have a good one mate

    • @biker_marinator5696
      @biker_marinator5696 Місяць тому

      @@thefika I recently bought a R1250GS and I’m not so happy with it. All kind of warnings and messages on the screen and battery problems. I didn’t have any issues with my previous S1000XR. It is very close I’ll sell the bike and buy something else. Probably a triumph tiger.

  • @SwedishTequilaWorm
    @SwedishTequilaWorm Місяць тому +2

    Great stuff, Aussie humour is the best! 🐨 😂
    I’ve spent more hours than I want to admit, watching Randy Feltface- and Jim Jeffries videos haha
    Cheers from 🇸🇪!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +2

      Thanks 🙏 mate. Come down here Bruv

  • @numidian5191
    @numidian5191 Місяць тому +8

    Not a single one for sale second hand here in New England, USA.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      You guys got these late right"?

    • @feloniousmonk3049
      @feloniousmonk3049 Місяць тому +1

      @@thefika yesm finally showed up in March of 2024 state side. Maybe give it time. Bought my 2023 1250 GS in November 2023, and I'm tall, 6'5" and not going to let it go, it's everything i want in a bike.

  • @Fractal379
    @Fractal379 Місяць тому

    You took all the words right out of my mouth 🤣 Great video - easy sub!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Champion :)

  • @expatbiker6598
    @expatbiker6598 Місяць тому +12

    His agenda is determined by UA-cam algorithm. 😂😂😂

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +2

      The Mega Bucks you get on UA-cam. I’m hoping I can get some Corn Flakes

    • @MotoCampAdventure
      @MotoCampAdventure Місяць тому

      If you knew how little youtubers make at this subscriber count lol

  • @REDNCR
    @REDNCR Місяць тому +18

    Interesting, but more details are required to describe better the issues, looks like it's just a smear of the bike. Here in France I never heard about this massive will of the owners to sell their 1300 GS, I'm keeping mine for now.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Look in a GS Facebook group. There are more than I mentioned

    • @michielvandepol6765
      @michielvandepol6765 Місяць тому +4

      Come take a look in The Netherlands. There's practically zero 1300 owners that sell them...
      I'm a BMW hater too but we need to keep it honest.

    • @AurelSer
      @AurelSer Місяць тому

      I'm in a few groups about the bmw gs 1250 and 1300 in france, and they are definitely known for being unreliable, by the owners. In france people dont buy second hand until the price is right. Wait that the warranty expire and you will see a lot to sell.

    • @michielvandepol6765
      @michielvandepol6765 Місяць тому

      So, in 3 years......That's not a prediction, that's a certainty.
      BMW is really unreliable for sure. But the sell like nothing else.

  • @mart7798
    @mart7798 Місяць тому +7

    theres going to be a lot of angry people in starbucks after this video!😂

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      lol and don’t they let me know about it :)

    • @jeremysmith9898
      @jeremysmith9898 Місяць тому

      I been riding a GS for many years. Starbucks sucks and I bet you believe in that "Karen" bull shit too. There is life off the internet, Get one people!

  • @LifeOnTheSkids
    @LifeOnTheSkids Місяць тому +15

    Funny… I’m not selling my 1300. Zero issues with mine so far👍😎 spot on everywhere else. Lol

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +2

      That is awesome to hear mate 👍 Keep me posted

    • @shegocrazy
      @shegocrazy Місяць тому

      ​@thefika I reckon. They are getting too fn big though. 1400cc? Ridiculous.

    • @LifeOnTheSkids
      @LifeOnTheSkids Місяць тому

      @@thefika I will let you know if I have any problems! 👍

  • @C_R_O_M________
    @C_R_O_M________ Місяць тому

    That was an inspired rant! In fact, it was the mother of all rants but quite funny. Well done!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      My man. Have a great day

  • @dhc8guru
    @dhc8guru Місяць тому +2

    Dealers getting rid of bad demos only turn into buyers who are pissed and light up social media complaining. They don’t need that either.

  • @hmishin843
    @hmishin843 4 дні тому +1

    You're missing the whole point here, mate, all the issues you're harping about are called character! Indeed Euro_bike character, Welcome to the new generation of European -made machines.

  • @kevinbowers3917
    @kevinbowers3917 Місяць тому +3

    Tell me how you really feel,, lol.. love it.. Cheers,ed

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Have a great day mate

  • @PetrolJunkie
    @PetrolJunkie Місяць тому +38

    I've got more issues with how annoying the presenter is than I've personally seen with a 1300GS.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +11

      Thank you. Glad your annoyed 👌

    • @saeedalfahim8604
      @saeedalfahim8604 Місяць тому +2

      @@thefika 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @bjjw
      @bjjw Місяць тому +1

      Posses the question why you watched it, doesn't it?

    • @PetrolJunkie
      @PetrolJunkie Місяць тому

      @@bjjw I was wondering what issues other people had with the motorcycle. The regret for clicking is real.

    • @orsula09
      @orsula09 Місяць тому +2

      I tried, I really tried but could not listen to this presenter.

  • @abritablondeabike
    @abritablondeabike 20 днів тому +1

    Yep. I bought one.
    Wish I had kept my 1250.
    Pretty gutted to be honest.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  20 днів тому

      You should make a video on that.
      Lots of people would be interested.
      Thanks for sharing

    • @abritablondeabike
      @abritablondeabike 16 днів тому

      I will mate. To friken cold here at the moment. 🥶 🥶

  • @jonhess3346
    @jonhess3346 7 днів тому

    This guy gets all torqued up about everything. Kinda fun, thanks for perspective. I've got a 2005, coming on 100K Freedom miles. Love it. Been really pretty good to me. Upgraded the bits I need to. 5 stars. Never gotten the shaft, the shaft has always been good. Peace friend.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  День тому +1

      Have a great day mate

  • @PeteBassMan
    @PeteBassMan 16 годин тому +1

    I have an old banger 1200GS. I am going to replace it this year. ... But! The number of bad reviews I have seen about the 1300 means that it will not be replaced by one of those bikes.
    Maybe a 2017 1200GS might be on the books and skip all the rest of the bollocks. :)

    • @thefika
      @thefika  6 годин тому

      If your old banger is working. Why not keep it. 1200 is King

  • @wandering_armadillo
    @wandering_armadillo 25 днів тому

    OMG you're hilarious!! I hope you get a million views!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  24 дні тому +1

      Very kind of you to say so.
      Have a great day

    • @wandering_armadillo
      @wandering_armadillo 24 дні тому +1

      I hope ya get more traffic! I just popped your link onto The Missenden Flyers comment page 😊

    • @thefika
      @thefika  24 дні тому +1

      @@wandering_armadillo May thanks. 🙏

  • @gregstone7194
    @gregstone7194 Місяць тому

    Looking forward to the 900GS video.
    Cause it's not always about the shaft.

  • @ClementW_
    @ClementW_ Місяць тому

    is it necessary to add adaptive height control option for a 185cm man?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      No but its one of the best features. it makes it much easier to handle

  • @Kelly-oq9nh
    @Kelly-oq9nh Місяць тому +6

    Was hoping to know what you really think about the 1300…?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      I hope i did mate

    • @Kelly-oq9nh
      @Kelly-oq9nh Місяць тому

      Being sarcastic. Tell it like it is… Love it!

    • @caledonianbiker
      @caledonianbiker Місяць тому +1

      Hi I've had my R1300GS Trophy Enduro equipped with high suspension and forged wheels 8 months now and no issues riding in salty roads in Scotland.
      #Caledonian Biker

  • @mikealls8938
    @mikealls8938 Місяць тому +2

    Haha 😂 brilliant mate! Notice everyone crying that their bikes are fine ! Chill out gang! It's just a funny review on UA-cam. If your bikes are fine, Great!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Thats exactly my thoughts. Have a great day mate.

    • @mikealls8938
      @mikealls8938 Місяць тому

      @@thefika You too pal.

  • @numidian5191
    @numidian5191 Місяць тому

    Where did you get that "Spirit of GS" shirt?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      At the GS Experience

  • @67daltonknox
    @67daltonknox 14 днів тому

    Back in 2020, KTM announced the new 2021 1290SAS. I had had my eye on the old one and after a raft of early problems, things seemed to be improving. By October, there were a lot of unsold 2020 bikes in the dealerships, so after playing one off against another, I got a new bike (not a demo) for a bargain price and I have to say it is terrific and after 3 1/2 years, I have had no problems at all. I think you are right, best to get the last of the old than the first of the new, which is a nuisance because I fancy the upcoming 2025 RAV4, but may have to wait a couple of years to get one.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  14 днів тому

      Thanks for sharing that

  • @andybeviere541
    @andybeviere541 Місяць тому

    Love my 1300GS as well, no issues with the bike as yet, the panniers however… now thats a different story!!! Admittedly as you said I don’t have the adaptive ride height…

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Thanks for sharing the info mate. It’s good to hear

  • @twowheelin7361
    @twowheelin7361 Місяць тому

    I was looking at buying that demo bike, not now, thanks for the intel!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Just go to the bmw motorrad website on the in stock now section. Pick a 1300 out. It will have everything on it. Then ask for a deal. You will get it cheaper than if you just ticked a few boxes

    • @twowheelin7361
      @twowheelin7361 Місяць тому

      @@thefika cheers, thinking now of updating to the 900GS enduro rather than the 1300GS👍🏽 Love ya videos and the honesty

  • @zzzsydneyhom1379
    @zzzsydneyhom1379 14 днів тому

    Who'se yer dealer and how long does the high last mate?
    Gotta get me some of that gear...

    • @thefika
      @thefika  13 днів тому

      It’s good stuff Bruv

  • @XenothomX
    @XenothomX 6 днів тому

    We have 5 years guaranty also here in Romania. Purchased one of the last Gsa 1250 made last year

    • @thefika
      @thefika  День тому +1

      The only way to fly

  • @TimRHillard
    @TimRHillard Місяць тому +2

    Yeahhh, not so much. I'd think the grand majority of people buying the new GS, understand who BMW is. Just like their tanks in WW2, they became the most advanced, but their reliability not so good. And, hard to work on. But that engineering is incredible.
    Their cars are the same. You don't want one three years or older for sure.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      I agree with most of that but we have other brands with new platforms in recent years to compare too. As I said add all their issues up and still the 1300……

  • @peevpl
    @peevpl Місяць тому

    We also get 5 years in Bulgaria. I had to pay for the extended warranty but it was €130, so it's a no-brainer, I don't think anyone has ever not paid for it.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Awesome to know

  • @CharlieStevens-sl2gm
    @CharlieStevens-sl2gm 7 днів тому

    My clutch went out on my R 1300 GS stranding me 450 miles from home.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  День тому

      Wow. really. You burnt it our or it failed?

  • @benkelly2190
    @benkelly2190 Місяць тому +1

    I love the way folk get annoyed with ya! Specially GS owners! Keep up the good work mate.👍🏻

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      I’m not trying to annoy people but yer.
      They need to drink some cement and harden up

    • @benkelly2190
      @benkelly2190 Місяць тому

      @@thefika yep! Too precious..need to get Sence of humour..bless.

  • @JoeS97756
    @JoeS97756 Місяць тому

    Full floating rotors on the forged wheels could be causing the squeaking.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      That’s interesting:)

  • @hangpilot1200
    @hangpilot1200 Місяць тому +1

    My mean green 1300 is a great sporty cruiser. I've never liked the look of a boxer, but as soon as I test-rode the torque monster, I was sold! This thing likes the corners much more than previous versions. Two-up, with the adaptive ride height, my wife is a happy camper. I can only guess BMW shrank the dimensions and upped power to attract a newer, shorter demographic😉 Heck, how many GS owners REALLY take their bikes offroad?? Still waiting for my top box...

    • @csaREEM
      @csaREEM Місяць тому

      Noice

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      I love hearing good stories much more than negative ones:)
      Thats the right bike for sports touring 100%

  • @westeagle00
    @westeagle00 Місяць тому

    Thanks for telling the TRUTH -not blowing sunshine up everyone's hoo-ha!😂

  • @petercreagh8797
    @petercreagh8797 Місяць тому

    I saw in a BMW shaft service video the guy reckoned that the shaft drives on BMWs are not rated for more powerful motors than 850cc

  • @michsky46
    @michsky46 Місяць тому

    CarPlay on my ATAS is damn amazing. I ve got it wireless

  • @groverw7507
    @groverw7507 Місяць тому

    a US market with used 1300 GS would be sweet

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      You guys got it later than us Convicts. Crazy. How is the 1300 being received over there?

    • @TheDennzio
      @TheDennzio Місяць тому

      @@thefika looks like shite to me

  • @StygianX
    @StygianX Місяць тому +2

    lmao, nice vid mate.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Thanks mate

  • @ObsidianFrog
    @ObsidianFrog Місяць тому

    I've still got my old 70's R100RS with low km's sitting in my shed. I think I'll convert it to a Paris/Dakar GS....... At least l can work on it myself.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Wow. The real deal. You’re one lucky guy

  • @anthonyfreeman5367
    @anthonyfreeman5367 День тому

    Three GS's in the last 16 years and an 1150. I spent a weekend on a 1300 and I have to say it's the only GS I've been on that I didn't like. I'm not bashing it, I just didn't like it. My favorite is the 2009, it just keeps going, and it feels like it has way more room than the 1300 to me.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  4 години тому

      Right on Bruv

  • @m4ci3j72
    @m4ci3j72 16 днів тому

    I am so glad that quality of BMW bikes is on par with their cars 😅

  • @lukm5420
    @lukm5420 Місяць тому

    I've made a video about my GSA 2018 (it's in Polish language) pointing out all the problems I had and what a hate I received. People generally do not want to think about GSes in that way, their minds are blocked somehow. I had to sell my GS as I could not longer live with the amount of issues it has, and it only had 6k miles on the clock.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Yep. People cant handle the truth

  • @HRAZZI
    @HRAZZI Місяць тому +1

    I like this guy, kind a guy you want to grab a pint with.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +2

      Ah mate. Let’s go!!!

    • @HRAZZI
      @HRAZZI Місяць тому +1

      @@thefika whenever you can come for a ride in the south of France, we will catch up :D

  • @faraitakaendesa5356
    @faraitakaendesa5356 Місяць тому

    The last of the old will always beat the first of the new. 🆕

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Another quote from Carroll Smith. Horsepower sell cars but Torque wins races

  • @shegocrazy
    @shegocrazy Місяць тому

    19:54 Life Is A Ride Motorcycle Tours in case anyone is wondering... and didn't notice the pinned comment (like me lol).

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Hehehe 🤣 champion

  • @Axsel85
    @Axsel85 Місяць тому +1

    Here in US I could only find a couple used ones for not much less than the msrp. At least BMW stand behind their warranty, unlike KTM.
    Also, it’s annoying how youtubers bashing the new cars and bikes for being overpriced and not reliable, new Toyota line for example. Yes, they are expensive, but that’s what it takes to build something nowadays with all the technologies that people want and government demands.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Yep. KTM cam job dodgers

    • @georgedoolittle7574
      @georgedoolittle7574 Місяць тому

      The problem is these machines really are *CRAZY* overpriced tho. Who in their right mind spends $30,000 US Dollars for an off road bike to be taken off road? These are machines that are expected to be busted up but then *FIXABLE* so just don't get this in the first instance...but marketing of the item is spectacular. People buy them then defend the purchase with a "no problem with mine!" response. The whole point of these machines is that they will be crashed but can then be put back together. Meanwhile CF Moto is really challenging in all the right ways the purpose of having these types of machines. Anyhow your money to spend I won't argue with that part. Great UA-cam product here tho is an understatement..

    • @Axsel85
      @Axsel85 Місяць тому

      It is expensive but I wouldn’t call it an off-road vehicle, and I wouldn’t use it for any serious off-road. I personally stick to 230lb 2 stroke bikes for that.

  • @davidmc3741
    @davidmc3741 4 дні тому

    The older GS - The 1250 and below are true GS's. This 1300 caters to my kids. Next gen will look a RR with dirt tyres.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  День тому

      Something in that

  • @MotoTourIreland
    @MotoTourIreland Місяць тому

    Keep oil in the shaft?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +2

      Better then spraying it everywhere 😛

  • @christianmouraux7269
    @christianmouraux7269 Місяць тому

    Listening to him, I ended counting the « fuck » more than listening anything else 😀

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      How many Bro?

  • @itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449
    @itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449 Місяць тому

    I have a Moto Guzzi V85tt and the 19-20 models had a “ Shaft “ 😂, over fill issue , other than that my 2021 model only one small issue “ and it’s a Moto Guzzi ! with a “ shaft “😂😂😂

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      heeheh Mumma Mia

  • @RP-di8oq
    @RP-di8oq Місяць тому

    Ridden the 1300 in the Welsch back country (think muddy ruts, gravel roads, river crossings etc) I also just bought a 2024 R1250 GSA, upgraded from my 1200 GSA.
    I test rode the 1300 before I bought the 1250 and agreed with a lot of what you say BUT after putting the 1300 GSA through some of the toughest riding terrain, which I have also done on a 1250. The 1300 is just a bit better everywhere.
    I also still prefer lots of things about the 1250.
    Its all personal preference.... and you never ever buy first generation of a new car/bike.
    The 900 is a weapon as well!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      That’s great man. Good to hear from you

  • @damianmcnulty7663
    @damianmcnulty7663 Місяць тому

    5 year warranty on the shaft, everyone's a winner.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      My shaft is dead and is only for weeing

  • @berniebgf
    @berniebgf Місяць тому

    Lots of views and comments, mission accomplished.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Have a great day mate

  • @dirkdigglertube
    @dirkdigglertube Місяць тому

    I will go for the ducati ms v4 rally.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Ah man. What a weapon

  • @GS_Trophy
    @GS_Trophy Місяць тому +1

    Ya…. There’s not a single used 1300gs around me for sale. Even a few thousand mile away searches. 0.
    Put 300 miles on mine the first day and was perfect. 200 more yesterday and wouldn’t trade it for anything.
    My Pan America… Now that’s a different story. Was in the shop 4 times in the first 1k miles and left me stranded 5 times. The biggest piece of junk bike I’ve ever put in my garage. Thankfully, i got rid of it.
    I’ll never own another Harley again.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Thanks for sharing this

  • @TheBioniXman
    @TheBioniXman 28 днів тому

    There are virtually none for sale here in France. It seems that you have some sort of axe to grind.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  26 днів тому

      Thanks for letting me know the the France situation. I have a chainsaw not an axe.

  • @wangjuezi
    @wangjuezi Місяць тому

    so many "fark"s, I love it

  • @thomaswolkenburg7970
    @thomaswolkenburg7970 25 днів тому

    Ich hatte eine 1200er GS und eine 1250 er danach kaufte sich eine Africa Twin 1100 und bin glücklich

  • @fredensminde
    @fredensminde 19 днів тому

    When you, like myself, are used to KTM, nothing can scare you😉

  • @rodneybaker7035
    @rodneybaker7035 5 днів тому

    best bike ever made.

  • @kencarrcarr3751
    @kencarrcarr3751 Місяць тому

    I knew this would get the GS owners as tight as a spring and just about to blow a blood vessel , 3:31 they have the thinnest skins in the biking world when it comes to constructive criticism of their bikes just a generalisation you understand lol.Ten thousand miles on my Pan America Special with no problems a awesome bike I love it😅

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Thats awesome to hear mate. I had a few Pan America owners message me.
      I love it

  • @markshirley7639
    @markshirley7639 17 днів тому

    8 weeks in and 4000 miles ! No issues 🥱

    • @thefika
      @thefika  17 днів тому +1

      Great to here mate

  • @123limelight
    @123limelight 29 днів тому

    What is the worst year gs besides the 1300

    • @thefika
      @thefika  29 днів тому

      Bmw are good at fixing most the issues. So most issues are fixed on older models

  • @gp92510
    @gp92510 Місяць тому

    Demos: brand new engines and prospective buyers do a test drive and with no break-in, immediately bounce 'em off the rev limiter... And...

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Motorman Break in the only way to fly

  • @lyndonohue3350
    @lyndonohue3350 5 днів тому

    After riding the 1300....you could not give me a 1250.

  • @jtwu8931
    @jtwu8931 4 дні тому

    Scotty Kilmer of motorcycles.

  • @steppenwolf5956
    @steppenwolf5956 27 днів тому

    You should never buy a new BMW model from the very first production batch. You can buy that bike in 3 years when all issues are fixed

    • @thefika
      @thefika  26 днів тому

      You tell em. woof

  • @bjjw
    @bjjw Місяць тому

    900GS looks a lot like Africa Twin Standard model.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Is that good or bad?

  • @shegocrazy
    @shegocrazy Місяць тому +1

    The impression I get is that the 1300 is a great bike for GS virgins....but not an upgrade for 1200/1250 owners. What were BMW thinking when they removed an obvious upgrade path for GS owners?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Only hope is the GS Adventure

  • @hazarddavid6987
    @hazarddavid6987 Місяць тому

    The R1250 GS is the peak of the GS series in my not-so humble view.
    And yes, i don't buy the first batch of anything...
    Also the 1300 lost its road presence...not so muscular and look kinda timid.

  • @csaREEM
    @csaREEM Місяць тому

    Can I have fries with that?

  • @kencarrcarr3751
    @kencarrcarr3751 Місяць тому +1

    Get ya sel a Harley-Davidson Pan America Special much better ,this will set the cat amongst the pigeons lol!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      HD Big Dog 🐶

    • @GS_Trophy
      @GS_Trophy Місяць тому

      Pan America is a failed attempt at an adventure. Went thru 2 of them before letting it go for good. 4 shop visits first 1k miles. What a joke.
      The bike is so unrefined for the price. Can never tell when it’s going to start or leave you stranded. Mediocre showa suspension that worked on and off.
      Harley can’t get rid of them. 22k new and there’s tons of used ones around me going for 12k straight from Harley dealers lol. Nobody wants them. I know why now….
      The biggest piece of junk of a bike that ever sat in my garage. Good riddance.

  • @user-my7wc5kh3y
    @user-my7wc5kh3y Місяць тому

    Been waiting a month for this latest irreverent slam on the new GS. Good God you are funny as hell. Laughed so many times. Makes me think BMW rushed production a wee bit ... about six months too soon. Glad I have my Tiger. 2024 Stelvio would be my second choice. Third choice, nah, none.
    Ned, SC, USA

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Thanks for sharing mate :)

  • @dougiequick1
    @dougiequick1 Місяць тому

    There are a few demos for sale on Cycle Trader but none private party i dont think. a few with less than 700 miles only one has like 3k+ miles but damn they want $28k for the damn thing! These bikes are so pricey! I dont know if this is typical for such a new model or not but I will say there seems to be plenty of supply if anyone is shopping for a 1300 new or slightly used....again no private party bikes that saw. Damn Cycle trader wont let me search for pre owned only...only option is to check new or "new or used" the jerks. I remember when bikes such as the Tenere 700 first came out you could not find one for sale for the first couple years but they were a price point motorcycle on the other hand pricier but better KTM 790 and then 890 always seem to have been available so maybe it is just that way with expensive well appointed motorcycles in a market where motorcycles are not as popular as they once were? idk.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      I think the motorcycle industry is in trouble. The deals they have now are crazy good. They can’t sell bikes atm

  • @quocle652
    @quocle652 Місяць тому

    lol I do watch the video because he’s different. But all new bikes have problem lmao tell me one that come out and it doesn’t have problems. But for what it worth, my 1300gs is wonder, 1800 miles in. Maybe a few small issue here and there but over is great!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      I so glad to hear this from multiple people.
      I tried to say that just because there are issues doesn’t mean you will have them and you’re the proof

  • @lucasm5889
    @lucasm5889 22 дні тому

    are you OK mate? you seem disturbed...

    • @thefika
      @thefika  20 днів тому

      Thanks for asking. I’m epic

  • @maciejkrol1368
    @maciejkrol1368 Місяць тому

    calm down mate:)

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Fire up mate :)

  • @billyflanagan9657
    @billyflanagan9657 Місяць тому

    The nine hundred looks like it has a broken beak

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      I do see 310 Gs in it

  • @RickstaMoto
    @RickstaMoto 2 дні тому

    Hahahahah probably the best review on a 1300 gs 😂😂😂😂

  • @michaelbarnes6901
    @michaelbarnes6901 Місяць тому

    Bmw have done a good job keeping all these faults very quiet!!! So be careful pal cos bmw mint put a hit on ya !!! 😅😅🥳🥳👍

  • @nicholascrocker4329
    @nicholascrocker4329 22 дні тому

    I’m confused! You spend 20 minutes slagging the R1300GS off then at the end you say you haven’t decided as whether to pull the trigger to get one. Also, is ‘fuck’ a mechanical term?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  20 днів тому +1

      You can get help if you’re r confused. I will draw it in crayons next time

  • @donrascal172
    @donrascal172 21 день тому

    We don't all talk like this yobo 😅

    • @thefika
      @thefika  20 днів тому

      I know. Nearly as the Yobo commenter’s

    • @donrascal172
      @donrascal172 18 днів тому

      @thefika that's it mate..😆😆

  • @horatio8764
    @horatio8764 Місяць тому

    You are upsetting ze fanboys, but the forums have spoken.
    Hail the shaft , love the shaft

  • @silveriojohan
    @silveriojohan Місяць тому +3

    I love your honesty, BMW will ban you for life , GS owner won't talk about their issues 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Yep. I think that’s happening. Have a great day Bruv

    • @silveriojohan
      @silveriojohan Місяць тому

      @@thefika hi from Toronto, Canada. I almost purchased the 2022 1250 GS adv last year, picked the 2023 Honda Africa Twin adv and it’s been the best choice, please keep the energy

  • @kenluscombe6478
    @kenluscombe6478 Місяць тому

    Very Funny

  • @einarrunebirkeland9233
    @einarrunebirkeland9233 Місяць тому

    In Norway there are none for sale at this date that is not new. None. Zero

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Thanks for letting us know

  • @markshirley7639
    @markshirley7639 17 днів тому

    Definitely noisy motor, my lawn mower runs smoother, apart from that the bikes awesome ! Ear plugs assort it out .

    • @thefika
      @thefika  17 днів тому

      The 1300 IS Awesome. I agree

    • @markshirley7639
      @markshirley7639 17 днів тому

      @@thefika BUT if i had a 1250 I wouldn't change for the 1300 until I was ready for a change ! If that makes sense !

  • @mikedignum1868
    @mikedignum1868 Місяць тому

    You should never buy the fist series bike...give it a year so they get rid of the bugs, then buy a series two.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      There are a few thrill seekers out there 👍

  • @mwbruns70
    @mwbruns70 17 днів тому

    5:35 and you are not telling me one issue. Just blowing hit air, but ok its Australia. And then you are reading from 2 papers about issues. Can you show them or are you just reading them from your paper and never had them. I have a 1250 GSA and a 1300GS. Both are great. No Problems at all on both of them.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  17 днів тому

      No and the world feels better that your 1300 GS has no issues. The issues don't exist anymore. Well done ")

  • @Kaptain13Gonzo
    @Kaptain13Gonzo Місяць тому +1

    So, you bought a Harley .....

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому

      Yes for the Blue Oyster Bar Membership

  • @1JRW1
    @1JRW1 Місяць тому

    Not sure why you love to play the clown while you are talking.
    I just ended up completely exhausted after listening your screams.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +1

      Ah mate. Do you think you will pull through? At least you felt something.
      There is plenty of the same boring vanilla videos of you need to fall asleep.

  • @aao331
    @aao331 Місяць тому

    You really hate the 1300. Give it some time, the 1200 also had issues on release, as every bike. My 2014 had fading brakes, the pressure plate problem, etc. All fixed also its a 100k km bike. The worst problem of the 1300 is that is ugly. But not masculine ugly like the 1200, its just plain ugly.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Місяць тому +2

      I really like the 1300 GS. I’m glad it exists. I think The GSA if it’s a lot bigger maybe be then one

  • @pbservano
    @pbservano Місяць тому +1

    This is hilarious..... 😅