BMW F750 GS - Enduro Mode - Colombian Coffee Region

[@GARamblinMan]

Beautiful country! Great video and very well done. I worked in Panama a few months back in the 90’s and loved it. Never got to Columbia then, but I’ll be there soon on my new 2023 BMW F750 GS. A lot like yours but light white color scheme. I love it. Thanks for sharing your ride. Hope you made it home in time for your afternoon tea!

[@MotoBrit]

Haha. Afternoon tea... Of course! Yes, a beautiful country. Been busy the last few months, but hope to do some proper adventures again soon.

[@Ed-lz4jv]

Cool, got my 2022 f750 for a month now in USA...no dirt yet just road and maybe dynamic mode, those roads l ook like fun

[@MotoBrit]

+Ed... yeah, I don't go too mad with the off-road. Just mountain dirt tracks. Great for finding little villages and awesome views.

[@klimistsakiridis2409]

I'm in love with this bike and in love with those places! Thank you for your videos sir! I hope you keep posting them! Drive safe and enjoy!

[@MotoBrit]

+Klimis Tsakiridis ... I certainly will. Thanks for the kind words.

[@davidherringgo]

Thanks for taking us along that was a beautiful scenic route your Hacienda is nice

[@MotoBrit]

+David Herring ... Thank you very much. Yes, it's a nice area. Not all roads are like that in Colombia, but you really find nice scenery and little villages by exploring that way.

[@jMoik]

Thank you for the great videos! I was recently in Colombia and hope to return soon. - it is a beautiful country. I live in the desert in California. I have a 2020 750GS and frequently ride on gravel/sandy roads (not technical) and most often must stand on the pegs. In your videos, you seldom, if ever, appear to be “on the pegs,” yet seem to do very well. Is it your skill, the difference in terrain and/or the GS? Please keep the videos coming - They are very helpful and enjoyable. Thank you

[@MotoBrit]

Thanks, Jeff. I appreciate the comments and kind words. Glad you like Colombia and appreciate the beauty, it's an amazing country. Even better with a motorbike! Yes, I'm mostly seated on off-road trails, and perhaps only go on the pegs on inclines. I think most people, in my experience, stand up because they think they need to. Maybe in anticipation, I don't know, but I've always been more comfortable sliding forward and back on the seat and using my knees on the tank. I'll stand if I'm on tight corners going slow, to shift more weight to balance. But other than that, the lower center of gravity works better for me. On any bike. Yes, I will keep more videos coming. Thanks again.

[@javierf55]

Great videos, really like the 750 more than enough even for off-road trips.

[@MotoBrit]

+Javier Fernandez... Yes, I think the 750 handles off-road just as well as the 850. I think the differences are very slight. 850 riders might not agree though!! Thanks again for the kind words.

[@JoonesAdventuresMC]

So nice to see your able to be out and ride. It’s a little too early here but in the end of March I think it will be possible. Today the roads are mostly dry but it can be icy on some spots where water collected. But there use to be a lot of salt on the bigger roads and I don’t want salt on my bike. The smaller roads like the one in the video is covered with ice. Yesterday I sold one of my bikes, the Yamaha XV950 Bolt, so now I only have the 750GS.

[@MotoBrit]

Yes, always able to ride here anytime. I sometimes forget there's many bikers anxiously praying for an early Spring like I used to. Especially when I lived in Switzerland, because you would get good days as early as January... and they don't use salt there I don't think... something about killing the flowers. I bet you're sad to see the Bolt go... I nearly bought one of those years ago, but went with the Honda Shadow in the end. Hope you get riding weather soon.

[@JoonesAdventuresMC]

@@MotoBrit Yes the feelings about the selling of the bolt is dual or how to say. It’s a really nice bike and it gave me a lot of memories an awesome riding, but I haven’t ride it since I bought the BMW so it would better if it could give someone else the joy. I also got decent money for it even though I sold it to the dealer. At least I think so. I bought it for 78000 skr and I got 62000 skr for it six and a half years and 23000 km later. I would probably have been able to sell it for 72-75000 skr to a private buyer but it very convenient to sell to the dealer. When I bought the BMW they dealer offered around 45000 skr for the bolt but now they where out of used bikes So I guess it was the right time to sell

[@MotoBrit]

@@JoonesAdventuresMC yes, it's always hard selling a bike. Seems like you did well with the selling value, I've never had that kind of value retention, great result. 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻

[@JoonesAdventuresMC]

@@MotoBrit Never do I, before. But sometimes the stars are in the right position 🤩

[@stealthych]

nice job, you've got a great offroad network on your doorstep

[@MotoBrit]

+stealthych... yes, I'm very lucky. Thanks for watching. 👍🏻

[@uppitymantis7578]

Awesome video and I hope to be riding there soon. I'm in the planning stage for a full circumnavigation of the world with a pillion passenger. I've been looking at the f750 but not sure if it would be powerful enough for 2 people + luggage for long distances. Have you had a passenger on the back? I would be very interested to hear your experience.

[@MotoBrit]

Wow. Yes, you might prefer a 1200 if you're going that far and wide with 2+luggage. I've done short trips with my wife. But I would want a bigger bike if it was 2 of us all the time. Good luck, sounds awesome.

[@alithejumbo]

I never rode my 2021 F750GS off-road. Interesting!

[@MotoBrit]

That's the most I do intentionally. Every now and then on a normal route we might go on a shirt dirt track, but nothing crazy. Good fun though.

[@hellkath]

I very much enjoyed this vid and the scenery. I’m getting an f750gs myself but because I’m having it factory lowered, I cannot get the adjustable rear suspension. Did you changing to enduro change only the throttle response or the rear suspension réaction as well? And if it did change it, was there a huge improvement over the standard riding suspension? I realize this is an older video but if you can, Id be very interested to know. Also is it dangerous over there in Colombia right now? Looks so peaceful.

[@MotoBrit]

Firstly, it is not a dangerous country. Netflix and Hollywood still make money from it's dangerous past, and the rest of the world think it's still like that. It's not. It's safe, and very friendly. They're catching up with the rest of the modern world, so there's still some issues, but it's such a beautiful country. Ok, your question... The Enduro mode reduces the throttle response and softens the suspension, it also adjusts the traction. It is noticable, yes, more the throttle response. If you're just riding over a gravel road, or hard mud and stones, you probably don't need it, but it's worth using if it's wet, steep and a bit challenging. Enjoy your 750gs when you get it.

[@hellkath]

@@MotoBrit thank you for the reply! You’re really making me want to go there, it’s so beautiful. Nice to know about the suspension, I think I’ll be just fine without it as I’m not really looking to ride as an enduro machine, just light gravel and dirt roads. Thanks again and happy riding!!

[@MotoBrit]

@@hellkath Let me know if you ever come. I ride all over the country whenever I get the chance. It's amazing.

[@jose.escuderow]

Hi Dean! I enjoy your videos very much. Have you try to fix the chain hitting noise when off roading? Regards from Bolivia! 🇧🇴

[@MotoBrit]

+José Enrique Escudero .... Hola José, thanks for your kind words. I've never actually noticed the chain hitting noise to be honest. I'm going to check and listen next time.

[@jose.escuderow]

@@MotoBrit thanks! It’s the chain hitting the top of the swing arm 😃

[@MG-nv2mg]

I love the way your bike sounds. I have the same with Akropovic exhaust. Since you have deleted your bike's resonator, have you notices any problem or differences? I really want to do the same but I have heard it might increase the temperate in the cat.converter and head cylinder, I guess because of less restricted flow. You sound like someone who pays attention to details on your ride and I would appreciate any input.

[@MotoBrit]

I've not had any problems taking off the exhaust resonator. It is simply there to muffle the sound, albeit slightly, from the piston chambers as they 'suck squeeze bang and blow'... well, mainly the 'bang' phase... and have no direct link to temperature control at all. I'm 99% certain of that. The catalyst does have some control I believe, but I've not touched that at all, and don't ever plan too. I've probably done over 7,000 km with the new exhaust and mid-pipe replacement of the rez, and had a minor and major service with no warnings from the computer diagnostics either... So I'm certain it has no long term effect. I might do a video specifically on this actually, as even though I've mentioned it a few times, I've kind of breezed over it, so maybe it's worth some specific attention and explanation, as I know a lot of people don't like the standard exhaust and look at upgrade options. Anyway, I hoped that helped. Thanks for your support by the way, watching and commenting. Much appreciated.

[@MotoBrit]

... also, my exhaust is not Akropovic... It's a Remus Black Hawk. BMW don't support Remus like they do the Akro, but again, no problems with it at all.

[@jota600]

Thank you !!

[@MotoBrit]

+Juan Salcedo ... You're very welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@OldManMotoAdventures]

Great Video. I recently purchased the GS 750 and want a more off road/gravel/dirt road tire. What are you running and overall review?

[@MotoBrit]

Hey, how ya doing. Thanks for the view. Take a look at this video for a full answer to your question.... The Anakee Wild 50/50. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoDVomikhJ6Nps0

[@LenScapoff]

I thought that little niggle with the pickup was going to turn ugly for a moment; as it turned out it didn't even seem as passive aggressive as some of the milder exchanges experienced here in the UK. Still using the Navigator, I see - it's an expensive bit of kit though, so I should imagine an item you'd be naturally reluctant to ditch.

[@MotoBrit]

+Len Scapoff ... yes, road rage doesn't happen here, even in proper traffic. Maybe because no-one is ever in a rush, haha. I've certainly become more relaxed on the roads, even though random acts of stupidity are more common! Yes, the Nav is still there, although I never use it. It just comes on automatically, and I haven't got around to disassembling the mount. I'm thinking about starting to use it on longer trips, so I'll leave it for now.

[@geecee4746]

Hows it going? I ride only on the roads, so i use dynamic 99% of the time Ive tried the rain mode in the rain, but find it a bit sluggish, and ive tried the road mode, its seems to soften up the suspension, and its probably the "nicer" of the modes in that respect, however, i prefer dynamic, although im by no means an aggressive rider Cheers for the post🍻🍻👍👍👍

[@MotoBrit]

+gee cee ... Hey, how you doing? Yeah I'm about the same always dynamic, even in most rainy conditions. Yes, rain mode is very sluggish, it softens the throttle too much for my liking, but it's good for corners in the rain, just not if you need quick acceleration. I like Enduro mode in the mud, but if the unsurfaced roads are dry, I'm usually in Dynamic! Thanks for your continued support, much appreciated. 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻

[@geecee4746]

@@MotoBrit just a question for you Where would you rate the 750 in comparison to other bikes you've owned? Maybe this would be worth covering in a vid? Im same age as yourself, and ive owned about 17 bikes i think, and i must say i rate the gs very highly, maybe even the best bike ive every owned, be great to hear your view, Keep her lit👍👍

[@MotoBrit]

Oh yeah, defo the best one for me too. Wow, 17 bikes?? I've probably only had about half as many as you, but yes, the GS is the best all-rounder. Good, idea, I'll see how I can incorporate that and my thoughts in a future video. I probably won't spend too much time on my first bike back in 1987... A Honda C90! Did the job though, got me to work and back every day. Well, most days when the battery didn't go flat!!

[@candimas01]

Why did you choose the 750GS and not the 850GS, which is more appropriate for those terrains in Colombia?

[@MotoBrit]

+Candelario Dimas Ortega... Good question. The main reason was the height. I'm 5'9" and can put both feet almost flat on the 750. However, on the 850 I am on my toes both sides. It is possible to lower the seat, but you sacrifice ground clearance which is an issue on cornering (lean angle) and obviously on general off-roading. I determined that my off-road riding would never be too extreme, so deemed the 750 to be the overall best choice. I don't seek out fallen trees to ride over or frequent river crossings like all the promo videos, a bit of shallow water now and then, some dirt tracks and muddy roads, is my limit.

[@candimas01]

@@MotoBrit Hello, thank you for taking the time to respond and explain in such detail your choice of the 750GS over the 850GS, your comments were very helpful to me since we share, I think, the same age and height as well as the same goals for wanting to buy a motorcycle, You definitely helped me make the final decision, so I'm going to buy the 750GS at BMW Panama this week. Now you are not only a Motovloger but an influencer 😎. Keep up the great work.

[@MotoBrit]

I'm really glad to hear I was able to help, that means a lot to me, thanks so much for the kind words. Enjoy your new 750GS, I hope my videos will continue to help. All the very best.

[@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider]

looks good pal, how does the caste wheels stand up to off-road? I am looking at buying some spoked wheels for mine, which will cost about £2,500

[@MotoBrit]

+J-Bean-Machine ... cheers, mate. Yeah, these wheels are ok, I would prefer spoked wheels and came very close to replacing them when I dented the casties a few months ago when I 'smashed' through a big pothole at speed. About the same cost for me here as yours back home... just seems a tad steep for a slight upgrade. Personally, I mean. I'm used to them now since getting the front one repaired for only about £20 equivalent. But spoked wheels look much nicer obviously, and have the additional flexibility to bounce through more demanding terrain. But the roads in this vid are about as rough as it gets for me nowadays.

[@zapsmaster]

Just get the 850 gs

[@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider]

@@zapsmaster then have to change all the ergonomics of the bike, I'm a short arse, 750 fits me perfectly, besides the 850 shares the same motor, which the 750 can be bought in to spec as the 850

[@OntarioAndrews415]

Some of those roads could have lead you into trouble. You could have run into one of those dangerous Coffee Cartels. :)

[@MotoBrit]

Haha... at first glance I thought you was serious... Coffee cartel 😄🤣

[@OntarioAndrews415]

@@MotoBrit ;)

[@gmhiramabiff5172]

You’re busy talking and forget to stop when you saw the car backing up. You should have give way with no arguments, he has the right of way.

[@MotoBrit]

+GM Hiram Abiff ... Nobody got hurt, that's the main thing. Thanks for watching and posting your thoughts Mr Abiff, a very legendary Masonic name. 🤘🏻