Hi Tim, thanks for message. I didn't try the ASA system so can't comment on it, and for me personally I wanted to still retain a bike with a traditional clutch. At some point I will try an ASA model GS in one form or another for comparison, but for me I will always opt for a clutch so I can fully control the gears. If you are looking for a new GS or GSA then test ride both and go with what you like the feel of. Good luck and happy riding.

Hi Clive. Thanks for your message, yep great bike and great dealership. Enjoy riding the F900 😄

Thank you for the comments. I agree, amazing 'do it all' bike and one of the comfiest bikes I have ever ridden. Happy riding, all the best 👍

Thanks for your comments. I think the only difference to bear in mind would be the additional weight of the GSA, however I would say the GSA is good at keeping the weight down low due to the boxer engine. The weight just disappears the moment you start moving. My recommendation would be to go and test ride one at your local BMW dealer. If you are anywhere near to Northants, pop into Wollaston BMW and speak to Will, let him know you have watched my video and they will sort you out the best possible offer on a bike. There is no discount but they will help you as much as they can. Good luck with whatever you choose.

@RaysRidesTWA thanks for your time Ray, really kind of you. I'll certainly take into consideration what you have said. Cheers

I was thinking same thing….Alu cases would fit the bike better to be honest…

They are aluminum.

Hi Matthew. Tough decision for you there, especially with that balance to change. If I had a 2023 1250GSA then I wouldn't be upgrading at this point, however as I was wanting to come back to BMW from KTM, the 1300GSA was the obvious choice for me. Insurance is high due to being a new model but I am hoping this will drop next year. I didn't pay as much as your quoted figure but I suppose location and things like NCB, age, bike security all play a part in the figure insurance companies will charge you. Good luck in whatever you decide to do 👍

They are the Michelin Anakee Adventure. I rate them, some people say they are on the noisy side but I don't really notice any difference, is my opinion.

Not an influencer, but was one of those who hated the looks of the bike at the reveal in Germany. And like some others who felt that way, I’ve also come to like the purposeful look of the bike, especially in triple black.

Yes it would, and as anticipated that was the bike I forgot about 🤦‍♂

I will go double check and let you know what I find. I am wondering myself now!

@ please notice it’s just what I heard from other people, I’m also curious is it absolutely true, finger crossed. Let me know back how did it went

Thank you, yes will be posting more content as soon as poss 👍

@@RaysRidesTWAlook forward to that. I like the huge proportions of the GSA 1300, the GS 1300 didn’t work for me. It seems to have lost the GS DNA. From a 2022 Multi V4s owner 😊 Ride safe.

I thought we agreed a sausage bap at Super Sausage for the mediocre camera work and sketchy pillion ride 😉

I think that issue was sorted on the GS pretty quick, so hopefully no concerns there with the GSA.

Thanks, panniers to follow and will be the OEM BMW to fit the bike - in black to match 👍

Doh - my bad, sorry about that!

Well Australia would be the place I would like to be riding with all that sun and space to explore. England has its fair share of adventurous routes though, and the GSA is perfectly suited for this as well. I also purchased it for my European tours, so she will be used as intended 😉 Happy riding Down Under 👍

@pmbnet If I've paid my money, I can do whatever I want, I'm pretty sure I can go on a weekly coffee drive through if I want to...

Mentioned this in my Q&A comments video I posted last night 👍. I can see how it looks purple, more bronze when you see it in person, but a lovely finish on the tank.

I did address the 'love or hate' looks in my latest video. All I would say is go and have a look at one (unless you have already) as it looks totally different when you see them in person. I can appreciate it maybe not to everyones taste, depends on what you want from a bike 👍

Have you seen it in the flesh, I thought ugly until I saw it and it’s a great looking bike!

I think its purposely designed as "form follows function". It's like the Lunar Lander is unattractive, but will be the expectation in a few years. BMW has done this again and again. I bought the ugliest car BMW ever created: the 2025 m440i. I love its look now. The previous generation 4 series looks old school. Same will happen with this GSA.