2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure | Launch First Ride Part 1

[@BIBuildy]

The looks are really growing on me. I respect that they tried something different. If they had done the same old thing, people would have been complaining about that too.

[@simulacrae]

I like it as well, it has that old school Toyota Land Cruiser vibe.

[@vvevvevvvv]

​@@simulacraeit doesn't have any land cruiser vibes. Check your eyes. It's an ugly thing.

[@simulacrae]

@@vvevvevvvv life is better in you don’t go around hating change. It looks purposeful and rugged. And it sure does have old school all terrain vehicle vibes. The 1250 GSA is way uglier. It’s just an assortment of weird angular pieces.

[@antonoat]

I love it, especially in those colours. Nice one Chad ! Cheers.

[@Chad76Media]

Thanks

[@creedm3040]

Awesome video! I really like that bike. You nailed it when you said " it's different " . It is but it is good. BMW went a courageous route with this. I think it will endure. Best!

[@creedm3040]

You guys are great! Love your content!

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

@@creedm3040 Thanks!

[@adamthompson8432]

2025 and BMW still can’t get the navigation on the TFT properly. The fact that we still need a second unit for navigation is wild. BMW stop it already and give us some proper navigation.

[@urbanstrencan]

BMW the ROBOCOP 😂😂😂. GREAT VIDEO keep it up 🤟🤟 Can't wait to see Chris trying to brake it😂😂😂

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

We think we're getting one later this week...

[@woolyxbully]

Glad that Chris does part 2

[@Chad76Media]

Don’t love the Chad?

[@colonelclaw]

Chad is awesome!

[@Chad76Media]

@@colonelclaw yes!

[@DrGonzo-vq2zi]

I still don't care for the looks but the blue and white color scheme looks much better than the red and brushed metal look of the debut. Honestly my biggest gripe is just how square the whole tank area design looks from a side profile perspective. My opinion doesn't mean much though since I cant afford this beast.

[@roccocarlino067]

Honestly, if you're gonna ride a tank so you can take half your house with you, then just travel in a car, it's easier more comfortable and you will never drop it...

[@laceyunderall68]

It's still an intimidating looking highly capable big beast. I think I'm ordering my 5th GSA.

[@FortinbrasBB]

The looks have grown on me to the point where the 1250 looks dated. Definitely leaning towards this for my next bike.

[@TrippyandDa]

8:09 in he says in a distinctly northern accent 169 kg 😮 shouldn’t think so. 269 more likely.

[@Chad76Media]

269 sorry

[@MadChalet]

Yeah, I scratched my head for a sec ... he stated the correct figure shortly after.

[@rosemont5339]

I like the way this thing looks. It’s bold, different.

[@rationalityfirst]

It's modern art in motion: useless and puke inducing.

[@TwoGoTouring]

Toaster, oven, microwave……. Eventually attitudes will change as they always have otherwise we’d be still riding our 80’s and 90’s bikes ……. So the old GSA1250 will look dated beside this beast pretty soon. Just traded my GSA1250 for a Triple Black 1300 ASA.

[@jamesgs27]

Great review Chad, its defo on my radar. See you at MC Live ;)

[@MadChalet]

I appreciate the humor - I like both of your approaches to evaluating bikes. You both ride far better than me. As for the bike ... My first reaction was 'Yuck!' But like a lot of things, once you've seen it a few times the initial reaction mellows. I'm still not a fan, but I'm a sport-touring rider, not ADV. BMW really likes to push the functional design edge. Personally, I can't see having bags attached to the sides my 30L tank. Speaking of those 30L ... a full tank must be tricky for off-road riding.

[@kloppskalli]

I got used to my top heavy Tenere, you'll get used to this easily. Also 30l of fuel is just 23,5 Kg. Not 30 Kg. That's just 8 Kg more than the standard GS plus the extra weight of the bigger tank, of course.

[@johnalbone3372]

Love it great review BMW know what they are good at and this is one of there best

[@Chad76Media]

@@johnalbone3372 thanks

[@eriklarsson3528]

Looks awesome, trophy looks mega👌 great video as usual👊👊

[@dontrail9653]

Each liter of gasoline weighs 750 grams x 30lt = 22.5kgs. Nice video. ✌

[@duncanorr5926]

Awesome looking bit of kit. Can't help think that if bmw made a 900 boxer gs it would sell by the bucket load. If money was no object I'd 100% be adding one to the fleet

[@ownyourworld]

Good idea , it would be lighter but still torquey 👍🏻

[@joek7086]

Put a shaft drive on it and it would probably sell like crazy

[@hagestad]

for that money just get pimped out old r80. You know its better and since it does not have nikasil lining on the cylinders it wont be disposable as well. Remember kids 1250 and 1300 are for posers to park @ Starbucks. They are not for adventure riding.

[@Rufus-OG]

900GSA with the motor from the RNineT, ABS, cruise, long travel normal adjustable suspension (no ESA), no traction control. Call it the RNineGSA, market it as retro with lots of overpriced billet/custom accessory parts … sit back and watch it roll in💰

[@zTyrani697]

Un grand merci de France ! Cette machine est superbe

[@ToddEdmondson]

I just saw the bike in Vancouver. It's a big bike and that long range would be nice. The bike has some nice styling changes. I don't need to test one now after watching your video.

[@MarkN67]

I had a 1150GSA and two 1200GSA (first one caught fire), I then realised how big and expensive they were and now have a Tenere 700. Half the price, half the servicing costs and as much fun. I’m sure this bike will have its fan boys but I think BMW have got a bit giddy recently.

[@sarnbradshaw7382]

Same, and never looked back

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

The Tenere is an amazing bike, much more fun and good value for money.

[@Rufus-OG]

Different strokes for different folks 🤙🏼

[@MarkN67]

@@Rufus-OG Absolutely right, I might knock a bike but I would never judge someone on their choice of bike.

[@illuminista4597]

same here. After 5 GSA now I got a t700 world raid plus an old k1300gt for travels with my lady. For tarmac travels I’d take the new RT instead of the GSA.

[@shanechiang4141]

Great review, and really like the new, Rhino look.

[@Chad76Media]

@@shanechiang4141 me or bike

[@lestersmyth692]

I think BMW have nailed it what an awesome looking machine. GS’s have always looked kind of different and that’s appealing much like my wife, not the best looking but extremely talented and capable…..

[@6arethevan5]

Sensible mature rider........if you say so 🤣😂🤣😂 cracking review 👍🏻

[@Ron-c1v]

I was completely ready to upgrade from my GSA1250 2021. Tried the GSA1300 yesterday and completely lost interest in it. Yes it’s a little more agile, also value the improved gear ratio in 5th and 6th, but other than that I only discovered neutrals and negatives with it. Some of the negatives: low ride height and reduced max lean angle (scraped the footpegs several times by surprise), reduced comfort on highways (road mode), uninspiring engine/exhaust sound, alu panniers are less functional and flimsy, adaptive cruise control is pretty useless in dense traffics as it keeps far too long distance to the car ahead inviting other cars to go for the gap so you fall backwards in the line. The automatic gear is not a selling point either if you want a smooth ride. It’s of course a matter of opinion and preference. But I actually consider the 1250 a better and more refined bike to ride overall

[@bsmukler]

I think it looks and sounds great and, just as with the previous model, owners will enjoy years of unpacking all the engineering goodness underpinning the bike. The R1250GSA seat height is actually 910 mm with the standard seat in the high position. I’m about your height and am comfortable with the seat in the lower position and can easily deal it in the high position, probably due in part to the uncanny balance of the GSA, notwithstanding the huge fuel load. I can’t wait to check out the new bike when it hits US showrooms next season. To state the obvious: Unless you need the 300-plus mile range, you can simply partially fill the tank to make it easier to get used to the bike.

[@StuHNomadBiker]

Great report Adam, I've got a 1250 GSA, these new looks are slowly growing on me, they look shite with no rear rack on, summat about that stubby back end , just why !!!??? .. so chuck a box on it and it's reet. Been on GSs for over 10 years now, nothing rides like one ..

[@zxchselv420]

Same, the torque difference between the r1200 and r1250 is very noticeable. I test rode the R1300GS and the power and torque just feels amazing! Can't wait to get my R1300 GSA in 2026!

[@Chad76Media]

@@StuHNomadBiker thanks

[@bobcobb7719]

Great well detailed review.

[@josephSF]

Good, informative review. Amazing bike.

[@Chad76Media]

@@josephSF thanks

[@MM-xr6tz]

😂 top review mate.

[@riccardo-nr4]

Chad: I am going to ride it like a sensible and mature customer. Last famous words, T-junction, tarmac, take left and pop up a wheelie, or two 😂 I can see the engineers in Munich disappointed by the riding style of the sensible and mature hooligan 😂

[@Chad76Media]

@@riccardo-nr4 I am mature

[@JpOcDenver]

I thought my 2014 multistrada was ugly when I bought it. I didn’t buy it for looks (obviously). But Nothing has grown on me like that motorcycle. I think it looks fantastic now. I have no doubt this would do the same thing.

[@youtubeaccount9058]

The 2014 Multistrada wasn't bad. The 2004 Multistrada, on the other hand...

[@JpOcDenver]

@@youtubeaccount9058 yup. awful

[@petewatson9866]

I remember when I was kid, everyone was trying to look different whether it be fashion, their bikes or cars modified. But now everyone wants to drive the same looking car or ride the same looking bike, bravo BMW for doing this because not everyone wants to look like a dummy.

[@Davfon23]

I just can't imagine anyone actually believing that this bike looks good but everyone can choose its own bike I guess. Props to bmw for risking it like this.

[@thenickgilbert]

I specced one of these in Austria and it was over €40,000 with a few options.

[@rockstargrader]

Hated it at first but now i actually like it

[@philmccabe6196]

Yeah, i'm in the same camp. Been waiting for the new one to come out to replace my 2017 GSA. When the GS arrived i was very upset by the looks. I rode it and loved the ride but it wasn't enough to get me past the ugliness. The new GSA however has softened this a little bit. I'm going to ride it and see if it grows on me. Awesome vid and review btw

[@BubbaSatori]

Big tourer spec for me with ASA in triple black.

[@JoeSmith-st3hl]

I like it, looks like a modern GSA should, bring on auto boxes as well. Definitely considering one of these. Can you pull wheels with an auto box?

[@andykitchen2921]

Class 👌

[@minchankang-xh2td]

Ordered racing red last week and supposed to receive before end of this year in the state.

[@cpuuk]

I like these new auto boxes.

[@davidkendall1614]

Pooooooor Chad ☹️. He had to suffer through Spain, while Chris gets Wales. 😂

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

We know which one Chris would prefer, pig in shit comes to mind!

[@davidkendall1614]

@@BikeWorldTVshow One reason I love Chris. God bless him.

[@Chad76Media]

@@davidkendall1614 I will do spain Chris can do wales

[@davidkendall1614]

@@Chad76Media With you there 👍. I’m Canadian (Newfoundland…so a pseudo Wales or Ireland), so Spain is a magnet for me to actually see some sun.

[@Alex-hr2df]

0:07 it's incredible how they made the sides of the fuel tank look like BMW key

[@billthemumper6854]

Pick mine up next Tuesday, 719 fully loaded can’t take with you so what the hell

[@frankspeakmore7104]

719 Option? Is that a turret and two tracks?

[@billthemumper6854]

Envy it’s a terrible thing

[@dw5618]

​@@billthemumper6854Envious of your PCP deal?

[@BMWHP2]

Nice, Can I have the 185kg HP2 Enduro version of this monster?

[@kaspersergej]

I think if you are not a proficient rider, offroading with the 1300 GS(A) for us common folk means swtiching from asphalt to gravel (like shown in this video). Vast majority of the riders won't do the TET with these big bikes. What remains is tarmac and I think here is the actual strategy with the big GS: If you love crunching miles, take the GSA and play U-Haul on two wheels. If you stay within your contient, then take the GS. In both cases if you look for pure comfort take the variant with ASA and ACC. Two models, at least four distinct use cases. If you want to do the TET, go with the 900 GS.

[@kimballchoo]

What about the Africa Twin with DCT? Which engine is better?

[@luddite6239]

_Another_ holiday?! Good review, nevertheless! 😉 4:54 A great illustration of the challenges facing the shorter rider. Did you actually get to try the auto-lowering model? 10:25 Was the difference noticeable?

[@Chad76Media]

@@luddite6239 yeah noticeable

[@MatthewDuckett-g1b]

Looks like a Lego version !

[@xxcommentator]

Whenever I saw this bike I cannot help but see it like the prototype from Honda called the Honda Bulldog ❤

[@ColinOYoung]

Nice. BTW what height are you?

[@skanksskate]

First time I ever saw this I though it was a brave (and potentially ugly) choice. The more I see it, the more I like it. The looks have definitely grown on me to the point where I now really like it, in a world were most sports/adventure/etc bikes look fairly identical. A bit like when the new BMW M4 was introduced, everyone attacked the looks, but now I think its much better looking that the older models. In biking culture I guess its not good to be different (just look at any Harley meeting...trying to be different but ending up all the same).

[@revanslacey]

I like the boxiness but not the star headlight

[@skanksskate]

@@revanslaceythe newer Porsche 911 matrix headlights also has a similar style star design (although a bit harder to notice as they inside the main headlight unit). Prob a bit safer what with the old biker issue of a single round headlight blending into other traffic/lights & harder to judge distance - leading to cars driving out into the path of the bike.

[@redhedhair]

I love it

[@flyingdutchy01]

it looks like a microwave on wheels

[@2wheelsbetter]

It doesn't look like my microwave.

[@rideroll9609]

like cargo ship on wheels

[@Xplorer.Adventures]

@@2wheelsbetter Maybe Yours is from 16th century.

[@billthemumper6854]

Beautiful

[@nigelmackenzie7888]

It's overwhelming and totally not needed. Removes the rider from the equation 😢

[@zodd67]

You kept emphasising how as a small rider you found it easy to manage and yet I don't recall you listing your height or inseam and it would've been helpful to see you sit on the bike when you was talking about it with it in shot and the camera on the tripod infront

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

@@zodd67 sorry about that, head to a dealer to have a look for yourself.

[@AlphaPhaseSleep]

is this the new X5 ?

[@paulyflyer8154]

Stunning bike but unfortunately I'm a 5'10 shortarse and haven't got a pot to piss in.

[@youtubeaccount9058]

Remember it has adaptive ride height

[@Chad76Media]

@@paulyflyer8154 I’m 5’7

[@roberthoovan4130]

Look like fun

[@delmonti]

those combined rear brake/indicators need to change.

[@kloppskalli]

essentially 30kg of fuel would be 39 litres 😅 30 litres are 23,5kg

[@kloppskalli]

PS: I can't decide what's uglier, the black plastic front or that tank or the pannier racks. I would DEFINITELY go for the standard GS if I had 20.000£ in my pocket

[@ElectricFlashMedia]

Initially, I though it was Warwick Davis riding that monster, does it come with a step ladder? I know the IAM (institute of advance motorist) Observer will be coveting this bike as they generally ride Super-Jukes or GS's, the range and ease of riding will be the selling point.

[@Chad76Media]

Now that’s funny

[@glenns001]

i like those side bags that cover up the ugly side profile

[@quantum_coach]

If you don't care about design (including being told that your bike is and will be ugly no matter where you look at it) and you are looking for a functional good motorcycle: this is the one for you!

[@benschofield7565]

With luggage and a few options, I make it just shy of 23 grand. I think it looks great,much better than any previous model, but there's no way I could bring myself to hand over that amount of cash. Maybe this time next year Rodders.....

[@pooryaradpoor3156]

Hello thank you I loved.i love Germany.

[@YangCalgary]

How would you compare the suspension to the DesertX Rally?

[@DakarBlues]

What about the alloy wheels on an Adventure? Are they forged? Generally they are not much welcome on bikes offroad-bounf

[@martyn_g]

And watch the people complain about the looks, lol. Virtually every GS gets the hate, then people get used to look of it😂

[@707LAKE]

im confused on that front shock under the fuel tank?! did i miss the explanation? i didnt hear one

[@rationalityfirst]

Wait, so there are variants that come without the rear rack? On an adv model?

[@Whatreally123]

I might be in the minority but i like how it looks. Like a futuristic rendition of a bike from 80s action movies. The red and matte silver is my favourite.

[@MR-vt3np]

What is the jacket brand?

[@Chad76Media]

@@MR-vt3np Knox

[@Uliio]

I think the headlight position is too low or something. But it's still a sweet bike. Would love to own one. But out of my price range sadly 😅

[@Mike-jm5wt]

I had a BMW F650CS (called the Scarver in Europe I think) and that was a goofy looking bike, this GSA is even more ridiculous. In a way though it's interesting to look at just like the CS was but ultimately I didn't keep it because the engine was way too vibey and a pain to service.

[@MrAdrafiq]

lego be like. finally something easy

[@roncoleman8351]

I’m ok with the design except for the beak…it’s too squared off. Maybe the aftermarket will notice and fix it later. I’ll probably trade up from my 1250 in another year or two.

[@dianedownie5951]

Keep chad off the adventure bikes.Thats Chris' speciality.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Chris will be riding it in a few days.

[@youtubeaccount9058]

@@BikeWorldTVshow I'm glad you do both reviews. It's fun to watch somebody flog it (at their expense) but it's a senseless thing to do. I only wish you had reviewed how it handles 2-up. Wondering if the adjustable spring rate is a big breakthrough there.

[@TV-pd7xe]

I'm wondering what the black lump on the handle clamp is

[@barryjohn7765]

It’s a handlebar pad accessory.

[@hookmaster1109]

The rider..

[@OntarioAndrews415]

[ Like ] ... a lot.

[@Bigfoot-Rides]

The sales figures tell you everything you need to know about this bike. It looks like judge dredds bike from the Stallone film

[@miglioverde303]

❤❤❤

[@P6_7R_Nick]

Did somebody forget to tighten the big ends on the auto bike?

[@PeteAnda]

Best review and bike. Our future is German, Brits buy German. VW fills the carparks. Be great if we could have some skilled jobs here too. We may even win some football now we have a German leader.

[@kloppskalli]

😂 .. I can't wait for the headlines Tuchel's gonna make

[@MujoNovak]

Whats next pig? GS 1800?

[@kevinrobb86]

Didnt like the look of it but the more I see it like the Pan America its starting to grow on me especially in the Trophy colours but I'm not sure if I would buy it but I would need to see one in the flesh but I would like to see a reverse gear on something so heavy

[@jaypopsti]

Shoulda been Chris

[@robsonenduro3316]

just add a barrel and you will have complete tank package...

[@IanTed]

269kg of ugliness, and my GSA was no looker. So glad I moved to my lovely Multi after three GSs, they need an Italian designer not one from Scania😉

[@jamescurrie1285]

Why did they make there new GSA heavier but saved weight on the the standard 1300 GS 🤷‍♂️🤬

[@mikemills5144]

Looks like it does weight 22,000 pounds.

[@justsmashing4628]

non spoke wheels…good luck fixing punctures in the real off road world

[@new_story]

Is hi sad Africa on 9 min?

[@kloppskalli]

you can see North Africa in the background

[@PaulB-q3d]

Now do an insurance quote :(

[@zenrising3314]

ok but show us what it looks like without those funny little bags covering the hideous big metal slab on the side.

[@di1301]

BMW Defender

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

What's that, like a Land Rover Defender????

[@di1301]

@@BikeWorldTVshow it dose look like LR Defender and the purpose is same Adventure.

[@hamsterclamper]

What gloves are those? Anyone? 01:30

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

Knox

[@hamsterclamper]

@@BikeWorldTVshowthanks, but I was after the exact model

[@simonparry4404]

It's made of Lego 😂

[@simonbowen6653]

The new GS's looks were always decisive but the adventure's ugly tank is a step too far for me. BMW devotees may well love them but on looks alone, never mind the price, its a none starter for me.

[@Andre-yu3qs]

Can anyone who is 1.75cm tall reach the ground with their feet?

[@Chad76Media]

@@Andre-yu3qs I’m shorter

[@davidhall370]

All the journos blowing smoke up BMW’s back passage. Everyone thinks it looks dreadful. That tank will get changed asap.

[@BikeWorldTVshow]

This is getting more and more ludicrous, not just about how it rides, but we're now getting paid by the manufacturers to say the bike looks good, you'll be saying it was designed by Aliens next. 👾👾👾👽👽👾👾👾

[@mennob7357]

Looks like a Harley

[@kloppskalli]

there is no Harley that looks like that