BMW F750 GS - Mode & Suspension settings - Most GS owners don't know this...

The BMW F750 GS, but also the F850 GS and F1250 GS, although they have some additional settings. I recently discovered that a lot of fellow GS riders had a bit of a 'a-ha' moment when I mentioned it, which is why I think most owners may not know this... hence this very quick little video.
Maybe you have a BMW F750GS or maybe you are wondering which motorbike to buy, or which motorbike is the best brand. Do you want on-road, off-road or a mix of the two? Well, I hope my regular input on my experience helps.
In this video, basically it's the ability to 'further' adjust the suspension to your liking when in Rain, Road and Dynamic Mode. Not Enduro, as that is an 'all-inclusive' mode, for the 750. 850's and above have the additional 'Pro' settings for ABS options - I'm not getting into all that here.
This is just a simple "did you know" type of video, so hopefully it is helpful to some... or "most' as I am claiming! Just a hunch... enjoy.

[@tordamsleth7460]

I bought a 750 gs with all the bells and whistles last summer. When my dealer here in Norway showed me around the bike, he told me how to set the suspension to road and the throttle respons to dynamic for a comfortable and sporty ride. I use this all the time. One tip: check the suspension setting occasionally since it sometimes reverts to dynamic on its own.🙂

[@MotoBrit]

Awesome - So Norway clearly have the best sales reps then! My rep was a new guy... very keen but clearly only had knowledge from his recent sales induction, and wasn't a GS rider at all. When I bought mine in 2020 from the dealers, I ordered the 2021 even though the showroom didn't have one on display. I actually had to explain to the rep, all the new features coming on the 40 year anniversary edition. Since then, it's been trial and error with all the features.

[@fentontaylor9021]

Yes, I did know that. Learned it on my 1250 GS and use it all the time on my 750 GS. Suspension in Road and throttle in Dynamic. With the suspension in Road, it rides like a dream, very smooth, and with the comfortable seat, it really rides nice. When I ride mountain roads, I put the suspension in dynamic.

[@adriandunn4411]

Thank you I didn’t know about this. However I have adjusted it on my GS 750. Thank you.

[@MotoBrit]

Glad it helped. 👍🏻

[@YouMotorcycle]

Video starts at 1:10 roughly

[@maryknightsriders6554]

Thanks for this video. I just got a F750 GS and accidentally changed all these modes, could sense the change but not sure what it all meant (the owner's book is not the easiest thing to read). You have just saved me hours of sitting there trying to figure it out! Tops.

[@MotoBrit]

+Mary Knightsriders ... That's great, I'm glad it helped you. Thanks for the feedback, and enjoy your new bike! Happy riding.

[@oliver.kuffel]

I am so happy you posted this!

[@MotoBrit]

+Oliver M. Kuffel ... Well that makes me happy, too. 🤘🏻

[@jude.v25]

I did not know this! Thank you. Not yet 8 AM here and I've already learned something! Going to be a good day!

[@MotoBrit]

+jude25 ... Haha, brilliant. 👍🏻

[@JoonesAdventuresMC]

I mainly ride in dynamic and rarely change to road mode. What I often use is the preload. When I ride with luggage of course but also to adjust the height when parking at uneven ground. If the lean angle is to small when put the bike on the side stand I change the preload to two up or luggage. And sometimes when riding with luggage the lean angle is to big when I get of the bike then I lower the bike. I think that’s can come in handy now and then.

[@MotoBrit]

Yep, I'm the same. Good point about using the preload button for the lean angle when parking. I actually wanted to mention that as I was talking in my video... basically saying to press and hold the same button when you stop if you're 2up with luggage, and hold it to lower the suspension to single rider so you both can get off easier... but I wanted to keep it quick. But yes, definitely a handy tip.

[@alexius8111]

Nice video , I had figured it out by mistake

[@MotoBrit]

I try my best to get to the point in my videos. I'll try and do better. 🤘🏻

[@franckcyclo76]

Hello ! From Franck in Normandy, France. I ride a 2019 F750GS for 2 years now and I permanently use road engine mode + road with suspension settings. I will try Dynamic in engine response and road in suspension. The only times I tried all in dynamic I didn't enjoy it. Too firm for me. Thanks for your videos! Have good rides!

[@MotoBrit]

+Franckcyclo76... Thanks, Franck. I appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos and posting your comments. Have good rides also, all the very best.

[@johnwainwright2470]

No I didn't know that. Having said that I don't get my 2023 750GS until I get back to Australia from the UK mid September . Very much looking forward to it. Haven't owned a bike since 2004 !! Loving your videos and Colombia looks appealing. Fellow Brit here btw.

[@MotoBrit]

That's awesome you're waiting on a new bike. No better feeling when it arrives! Thanks for the kind feedback on my vids. Hoping to do some more very soon. Ride safe out there in Oz. Beautiful country, lived near the Gold Coast for 3 years many years ago. Loved it.

[@johnwainwright2470]

@@MotoBrit Ha, I'm 40 mins from the GC. I live 20 mins from Byron Bay

[@MotoBrit]

Lovely part of the world. 👍🏻🍻

[@SafeTrucking]

Great tip, cheers!

[@MotoBrit]

Glad it was helpful!

[@adriandunn4411]

I did not know it so thank you I have now got it on now 😎

[@MotoBrit]

You're welcome. 👍🏻

[@richardharrod378]

Had no idea, will try when I get to ride again

[@chuckandfluffy]

Thank you!

[@MotoBrit]

You're welcome!

[@majosdanielfoto]

Thank you ! 😊

[@MotoBrit]

You're very welcome.

[@gto1874]

Yes, I noticed that on my F850 GSA...

[@c3h4organic97]

Dynamic ESA changes the spring preload in when using the ride modes (right button) and when using the load adjustments (left button). Basically the spring tension is changed, which can be measured and the damping by changing the electronic valve system.

[@mikeglaus5440]

Thank you so much for this cool hint! I drive the 750 for about 2 years and simply did not know that, great! May one ask which windshield you use? Do you use a height adjustment of the windshield or is it fixed? I am by chance stumbled on your channel and really like your videos! Hope that we get to see more of you!

[@MotoBrit]

Thanks mike. The windshield is from Madstad Motors. They make them especially for each model of BMW. There's no height adjustment, but there is a small angle adjustment.

[@spannersscalpelandtrashtal8284]

Never knew that, I will give it a go, cheers 👍

[@MotoBrit]

Awesome - Thanks for letting me know.

[@fransbester1674]

Did not know that. Will check it out. Thank you

[@MotoBrit]

+Frans Bester... cool, hope it helps with your ride. 🤘🏻

[@joebouquet576]

Good tip

[@MotoBrit]

+Joe Bouquet... Happy to help. Thanks.

[@ADVzac]

I set my 750GS in Rain mode. I like the delayed sloppy throttle for getting on down the road. It reminds me of my Harley in the garage. If I was in a hurry I would have bought a sport bike or something like that. ok, thanks!

[@MotoBrit]

Haha. Brilliant. Yes, I do love the Harleys. Years ago we called them 'Hardly Movingson'... But they kick arse now.

[@ismopietilainen6480]

I did not know that either... Ty very much - will try it asap. :)

[@MotoBrit]

+Ismo Pietilainen ... You're welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@RuedaLibreMotoAdventure]

Good advise mate

[@MotoBrit]

Thanks 👍

[@maverickthebastard]

I have an 850GS and did not know this so thank you very much.

[@MotoBrit]

You're welcome. 👍🏻

[@inked-96]

Apparently, the 750gs is just a detuned 850gs? A simple remap beings the power up massively apparently ?

[@MotoBrit]

Yes, more or less. It's no secret that BMW made the same bike for two different purposes, the 750 for on-road, and the 850 for off-road. Exact same engine, just some small mods with suspension and a few features. That's what happens when you let the marketing team walk through the factory!

[@Depth_Psychology]

I learned!

[@MotoBrit]

Awesome. 👍🏻

[@borjagamarradelalamo2744]

I leggit didnt know. Thank you so so much sir

[@MotoBrit]

You're very welcome. 👍🏻

[@alvinsalamatin8156]

Nice hack been using that settings thank you

[@FireZAT88]

Can you do a video on how to shift gears up and down smoothly, on time, etc...? Thanks

[@MotoBrit]

Sure, I can do something like that. I'll do it next time I'm out. 👍🏻

[@MotoBrit]

+Leo Leo ... My latest video is about the gear shift assist, but does show movement up and down the gears. I have a planned video about road positions on winding roads next time I go over a montain road, so that too will contain some gear explanations. I hope that's helpful so far.

[@mrbjay5443]

I didn't know Thank you

[@GlennCooke]

Well done. Thank You!

[@MotoBrit]

+Glenn ... you're very welcome. 👍🏻

[@josevergara518]

Got the same bike, interesting. Thanks !!!

[@MotoBrit]

You're welcome.

[@gokhanveceyis7026]

Didn’t know that. Thanks

[@MotoBrit]

+Gökhan Veceyiş ... you're welcome. 👍🏻

[@BLOODYSPIDER6]

I didn´t know that, thanks for the tip.

[@MotoBrit]

You're welcome - happy to help and share. Sometimes it's useful!

[@mencewilkinson9625]

Useful, thank you.

[@MotoBrit]

+Mence Wilkinson... Awesome, happy to help. Thanks.

[@The72tilly]

I use it on my F 850gs Adventure Rallye. Selecting ride on the left hand side lowers the bike which makes it easier to lift off the side stand or move around while off the bike. You can then select the mode you want when moving again.

[@MotoBrit]

+Al Tilly... Yep, and probably even more necessary to use on an 850GS, because of the higher ground clearance. I do the same on my 750GS, and at 5'9" the lower shock setting allows me to almost be flat footed on either side when at a stop. Luggage and passenger setting puts me on tip toes. So yes, a very handy feature. Thanks for the comment.

[@davidtello2702]

Love your videos, great stuff! How do you record them? Video from a GoPro and your voice from another device?

[@MotoBrit]

Thanks, David - I really appreciate that. Yes, it's a GoPro, slotted into a GoPro 'media mod' then attached to a chin strap on my helmet... and the sound is simply a cheap lapel mic fixed to the inside of my helmet by my mouth - the mic itself has a fluffy ball on it to stop wind noise and the excess cable is tucked into my cheek pad. The reason its a cheap mic is so that I can talk/shout without any 'noise explosion' which I would get from a better mic with better sound sensitivity... but because the lapel mic is right on my lips, I just need the cheapest one for the best sound... go figure!! I have a hack for everything... damn, that would be a good channel if I had time! All the best.

[@davidtello2702]

@@MotoBrit thanks for sharing! Crazy how I struggle to find good videos about the 750; your channel is extremely helpful, keep it up!

[@MotoBrit]

+David Tello ... That's good to hear, much appreciated.

[@RiptideMX5]

I’ve ordered my F750GS without Riding Modes Pro, does anyone know if its possible to "install" it by software afterwards?

[@MotoBrit]

+G5upporter ... I asked a dealer that question and they said no... but I'm sure it's possible. Or at least someone will figure it out soon.

[@maryknightsriders6554]

I think there's more to it that software. Need the hydraulic gadgetry that performs the changes made by the computer and so that is hardware, so I figure it would be a retrofit and that might be possible but expensive?

[@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider]

I ride in ROAD mainly here on our roads, no point going dynamic here on our island, majority of roads are 30mph with a few 40mph, but away to the mainland UK in July so Dynamic will be used and abused a lot lol

[@MotoBrit]

Haha... Enjoy the roads in July... I can picture it now, flying off the ferry and getting up to 70mph as quickly as you can!! Enjoy.

[@BeanieBiker_AutisticRider]

@@MotoBrit definitely 😁 thinking of doing Wales, or land's end to John 'O' groats.

[@anfedres]

I just bought my BMW750! I'm also in Colombia! it only has 1000KM! let me know and we can hang out!

[@MotoBrit]

That's awesome. Congrats on the new bike. Look up 'Eje Riders' we are all BMW owners and do lots of trips.

[@abdullahshaaban5517]

Good to know that. I’m about to buy f750 gs but hesitating when knew it’s not durable on off road, but I like gs for it’s enjoyment on long trips and long term traveling though Any ideas or suggestions?

[@MotoBrit]

Shukran, Abdullah, I appreciate the comment. Although the 750GS is now promoted as the 'road' version of the GS range, since 2021, it still has great offroad capabilities. So if you're mainly doing long trips and just a bit of offroad, and 750 is enough for you (all 750's are actually 850's by the way... 853 to be exact) then go for the 750GS. Take a look at my 7,500km review video... that was posted after I made a long trip, so that might be helpful too. Good luck.

[@abdullahshaaban5517]

@@MotoBrit well said

[@RuledByMars]

You need to buy the most expensive Package to get this feature. Just a heads up.

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

I almost always ride in dynamic and leave the suspension in dynamic, just find the road setting too bouncy👍

[@MotoBrit]

Yes, it can be too bouncy at certain speeds an on certain road types, you're spot on... I should have mentioned that. But that at least highlights that there is a big difference, which was mainly my point. Thanks for the useful feedback.

[@danilobitocco5839]

👍❤

[@polocarrera6061]

I had no idea thanks!

[@MotoBrit]

+Polo Carrera... You're muy welcome!

[@RuledByMars]

You need to buy the most expensive Package to get this feature. Just a heads up.

[@MotoBrit]

Ah ok... So it might not be available for everyone then. Gotcha. Ok, well I hope it still helps those that have it. Cheers for pointing that out.

[@junarcinas8633]

My brother and I, will get our GS 750 this summer we are waiting for the 2022 model to arrive at our dealership. How's the engine? Because they say is a China engine and not BMW built.

[@MotoBrit]

I don't actually know if the engine's are made in China or not. Maybe some parts are made there, or some sort of assembly possibly... I've never heard of that, but I will have a look online to see if that's true. It wouldn't bother me necessarily, China have a reputation for building shit, but that's usually when companies order parts and often choose 'good value' over 'good quality' - But China have the means to build good quality products just like anywhere, but often they're supply is demanded from developing countries... I know a bit about that stuff, and I actually speak Mandarin too, so maybe I'll do a review in Chinese one day to spook everyone!! Enjoy the bikes when they arrive... I imagine it will be an awesome summer!!!

[@marinabrennecke5495]

I see two ram mount balls at the bar clamp. Is this right? I am looking for a good place to fix my TomTom Rider 500.

[@MotoBrit]

+Marina Brennecke... yes, correct. I talk about them and other add-ons in this recent video. Also detailing the exact name if you need to order them from somewhere: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWjRZZSbep2Wqc0

[@peterrick3339]

You keep referring to this changing the 'suspension'. Which it does, but only changes the damping of the rear shock. The fork settings do not change at all, as there are no adjustments, manual or electronic. :(

[@MotoBrit]

Yes you're quite right, your honor. A worthy point. Terminology is important. I'm sure I've said worse... Oh I have, in the gear shift assist video, I keep calling the throttle the accelerator. Might as well own up to that one. All the best. 👍🏻

[@user-vv1bs6hw8n]

I have the 850 with the Esa, I'm sure the front suspension is adjusted automatically in line with the rear, just under the top of the forks there's a cable to each fork tube, similar to that seen on top of ktm forklegs, I read it stops fork dive etc and squat on the rear, currently in the middle of a 2 up 800 mile trip and I'm quite impressed as is my mate who is pillion around 13 stone.

[@DavidDualSport]

enjoy Colombia

[@Cult1022]

hey, what Windscreen are you running?

[@MotoBrit]

+Cult1022... It's from Madstad. They make specifically for each model of BMW. You have to order direct, so just Google them for your nearest one.

[@geecee4746]

Shit, i never knew that, and i prefer dynamic, but like the suspension on road, so this is news to me, gonna try that, many thanks 👍👍👍

[@MotoBrit]

Yeah, I was out with my club riders recently and casually said I need to "firm up my Dynamic Mode after that (large) dinner" - A quick explanation, and they all looked at me like I had invented the wheel.

[@edgarhumbertosantaduque3194]

Hola amigo bna noche, me gustaría compartir con Tigo un café .ya q hace 6 meces recibí la mía y siento q no la he sabido aprovecharla en su máxima cualidades incluso siento en momentos ganas de venderla . Pero cuando veo tus vídeos y muchos otros escucho q es una super bici .estoy acá cerca en armenia dime si es posible y nos ponemos en contacto

[@MotoBrit]

+Edgar Humberto Santa Duque ... hola Edgar. Sí, claro. Envíame un mensaje a mi correo electrónico con tu número. [e-mail]

[@mattstress9536]

lost interest at 1.30

[@MotoBrit]

+matt stress... Well, alright then. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@keinname629]

Thx for the video. I can easily live without the electronic features on the bike. A throttle grip should always give you a true impression of your drive train. There is absolutely no need for any adjustments of the engine response as long as the motor is well crafted and in good shape. Adjusting suspension might be a good idea. But you always could do that depending on the road condition and load. Beforehand. Not during your ride.

[@MotoBrit]

I agree, and understand your point. You've obviously been riding since you were young, like me, and know exactly how to manage the relationship between throttle and response in any given condition. Bikes like Harley's simply rely on the brand name to keep selling, but BMW has to compete with Triumph and Honda for continued market share... so it's more about that, than anything else in my opinion. I'm wondering when the automatic kickstand will be invented so that riders can get even more lazy and not have to put a foot down at traffic lights. You read it here first, it won't be long!! Thanks for your feedback, I like the opinions and engagement. Ride safe. 🤘🏻

[@GHOSTEXLOL]

petter?

[@MotoBrit]

My name, no. Not Peter.

[@GHOSTEXLOL]

@@MotoBrit ok was bc u look like my friend

[@MotoBrit]

@@GHOSTEXLOL ah ok. Well tell your handsome friend I said hello. 😄

[@GHOSTEXLOL]

@@MotoBrit ok

[@Ed-lz4jv]

or you could readthe owners manual

[@MotoBrit]

+Ed ... who has EVER done that? Most just scout for handy videos. Like you were. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@victoraguilar4890]

No

[@MotoBrit]

No?