BMW R1250GS ridden | First Rides | Motorcyclenews.com

[@1990-t1j]

I used to love my GS1100. I did 92,000 miles on it.

[@samrit123in]

Then...

[@steeltube195]

From the times when men were men and BMWs where reliable...

[@itsJohnnyDill]

I currently am the proud owner of a black 1999 R1100GS with 55,000 miles. I absolutely LOVE it. Simple, all business and actually inexpensive to own as it rarely needs parts. Can't imagine giving it up for a newer one.

[@edholmes4759]

I did 75,000m on my 1100gs. Great bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Great video as ever, wonder what happened to the front Brembos?? Let me know if you want a GS fan to accompany you on the MCN250 ride ! :0)

[@neevesybikes]

Some bikes will have the BMW-branded Hayes calipers, others Brembos. A bit strange, I grant you.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

How very odd!

[@jigrodrigues]

I cant wait for your review of this bike!

[@bigderek07]

Arn't Hayes what HD use? and again why must be cheaper love how video tells you Hill hold holds back brake then shows you front brake callipers LOL!

[@davidgreve1081]

You guys are dumb if you think BMW is going to build a fantastic Bike and skimp on the brakes...going to Hayes helps your pocketbook as well as theirs. There is no such thing as sorry performing brakes on a BMW , especially one with 134 horses! A Bike that powerful HAS to have great stopping power also. This 2019 R1250/GS has all of that!!!

[@splodge57]

Best new feature... the 3 year warranty.

[@reddog8145]

splodge 57 you also get it on all new models purchased after Aug31 plus 3 years road side assistance.

[@fiveowaf454]

BMW always has a 3 year warranty, I got it on my 2017 GS

[@leighchapman935]

With the deal from BMW at the moment, you get that for 5 years👍

[@exothermal.sprocket]

VVT? Not really. The cams are fixed clocking. It merely uses two separate cam profiles whenever the ECU determines to. Kawasaki Concours14, Ducati Multistrada both use genuine automotive-style VVT.

[@GaryJohnWalker1]

mcn 250 - always a highlight of the excellent paper. Proves print ain't quite dead.

[@thomaslevan7452]

It's got that VTEC!!

[@dnzrdm]

sometimes I touch the rear brake just to light up the brake light while slowing down. I wonder if the throttle would be cut in that case.

[@brianantnssn5177]

If you are slowing down, you shouldn’t be using the throttle

[@dnzrdm]

Brian Antnssn you gradually release the throttle you know.

[@brianantnssn5177]

I always close the throttle instantaniously.

[@WeNeedASaga]

I doubt you'd have a problem - BMW will have calibrated it so that something small like that won't set it off.

[@cbrooks2767]

Yes, what about throttle blipping to assist downshifts while on the brakes?

[@skyworks1621]

Iam just happy with my new 2019 Vstrom 1000 XT, it does it all very good with less electonics which at first sounds not so romantic but after time it is just a more riliable bike with less costs.

[@yumpbalump]

Why do these first ride videos never include a decent clip demonstrating how the bike sounds? Isn't that part of the point of having a video? It would only take a minute to get a sound clip with your phone.

[@markkulyas2418]

Because the boxer engine has such a terrible sound why would they want you to hear it, Its one of the big negatives to this bike.

[@kowalski2334]

@@markkulyas2418 idk man the boxer does not sound bad at all. have you ever heard the 1250gs in real life?

[@tedcrum]

Several magazine reviews of the Euro4 compliant R1200GS showed a decrease in rear wheel power, despite there being no change on the spec sheet. Do you suppose that the Shift Cam is there to get the power back and smooth out the low end, with a bigger displacement to sweeten the pot? In my opinion, MCN and its sister magazines set the standard. Too bad they're so dear in the US, and that the online version is not as good as print.

[@rantANDrave1987]

Ted Crum good point. I think with Euro 4 and 5, a lot of these new advancements and power increases are not really increases at all, but means in which to maintain the pre regulation power they had. Look as the Suzuki gsx s1000 from 2016 to 2018 models. Same exact spec sheet, but substantially different dyno results. Same for mt10. Companies are being forced to improve their engineering in order to maintain performance, not necessarily enhance

[@poasei]

When you suddenly realise that the new bmw gs has the same power as the honda sp1 from 2000 what we thought was pretty fast back in the day.yes,I'm getting old.

[@jibinraj6058]

Hi I heard that the ground clearance of r 1250 Gs is 185 mm, how they manage to go serious off road with such a low clearance?

[@davidarchibald5578]

Sold my Gs Adventure 2018 3rd one I’ve had, had it with the noisy engine and clunky gearbox plus heat burning my right leg. Ride to Turkey and back was the final nail in its coffin. Now own a Triumph Tiger 800XCA couldn’t be happier. Is the new GS quieter I wonder?

[@miamijag]

Nice video, looking forward for the full review!

[@franksmith9692]

Have they fixed rear brake? It needs bled too often.

[@NonStoppie]

The boxer with that much power must be a hoot. The thought of that automatic hillstop brake malfunctioning is scary though.

[@maxflight777]

Non Stoppie I’m not sure why you say that. The worse thing would be a slow rearward roll , corrected by application of either brake ! No drama.

[@NonStoppie]

@@maxflight777 i was thinking what if the sensors think you are on a hill and apply the brake while you are actually doing highway speeds.

[@chr11sf]

@@NonStoppie Eh? But BMW's never go wrong so that'll never happen....ever.

[@csgodenver]

Where’s the off road test section you talked about in the opening comments? It’s the only reason i watched the video. The hill start and the valve timing are all going to be MOST IMPORTANT in the dirt! Ever stop on Ophir Pass because your buddy in front of you went down, and tried to get going again? That’s where you need hill start! That’s where the low end performance saves your life (and let’s you breath again!). Give us the dirt review you promised.

[@ulihanel4048]

Wonderful how objective you are...contrary to a lot of the junk videos that are out. I ride a Honda AT.. so no brand bias.. Thanks a lot.. great job

[@medraut9]

Kinda don't see the big deal about this bike. Ok, so it has gained 10 horsepower and some torque. But with an EIGHTY FOUR CC displacement increase, wouldn't that be somewhat expected? So then what exactly is the fancy shift-cam system contributing to? However the biggest issue is: ok, it has gained 10hp, but is has also GAINED 5 KILOS (ELEVEN POUNDS)!!! Since weight has a way of negating small HP increases....why even bother?

[@alexludwig4632]

Did they fix the final drive bearing failure?

[@alexmorgan3435]

So if you are pulling a wheelie will the Hill Assist Pro cut in and apply the rear brake? Of if you are using the rear brake to scrub off speed will the engine power be cut if you haven't fully closed the throttle? Seems like BMW have potentially created more problems than they think they have solved. Also the brakes should have remained as Brembos. The GS is a premium bike with premium price so premium brakes. Also it should have had 150bhp to at least to try to keep up with KTM.

[@neevesybikes]

Alex Morgan it pulls superb third gear wheelies...off-road, of course.

[@adriantompson]

what tyres are on the bike. we have plenty of gravel on our roads if you want to try them out.

[@maxflight777]

Arguably, any rider who is incapable of consistently closing the throttle during emergency stops ... should stick to driving a car.

[@lorre007]

arguably... you said it...

[@SlothHunter2]

Bring back cable clutch, drum brakes, chain drive, regular forks and carbs...all this innovation is scaring everyone. I remember the 1987 PD. I want to ride that across the Gobi.

[@peterfox5897]

No thanks 😂😂

[@FireTwo]

What have they done with the brakes?! No more gold Brembo?

[@hunkyleepickle]

I had to go back and make sure i wasn't seeing things. I"m so glad i'm not alone in lamenting this fact. Boo BMW

[@robsonenduro3316]

unfortunately they put bicycle brakes instead :(

[@IanTed]

FireTwo Made by Hayes, I prefer them to the Brembos...

[@leighchapman935]

Hayes brake devision is owned by brembo.

[@radudanila5139]

I thought you'd mention something about the off-road testing..

[@neevesybikes]

Radu Danila that’s all covered in the MCN report. 👍

[@49googie]

I hope the riders seat is better on the 1250 because the one on my 2018 Rallye is horrendous, not good for an 18k bike.

[@GIGABACHI]

I want a SUMO/SPORT version of the GS with a 17" front wheel like the regular MultiStrada 1260 OR SuperDuke GT. RT too bulky and low, R too austere in creature comforts.

[@Greggspies]

Presumably MCN is for UK riders, off road reviews only be applicable to Shake Mactoom who can afford to trash it

[@martynleyfield2941]

So what happens if you "want" to roll the bike back if you on a slope ?

[@Two_Wheel_Trips]

Dab the brake

[@supergixxers]

Looking forward to see the review about the new gs

[@rastkojokic4764]

These kind of 'reviews' don't make sense anymore... In Ducati Panigale long term update you said ""None of the bikes missed a beat"" (only this: electrical fault that required a factory reset, handlebar grips fault, quick shifter that's working only from time to time). If that's not missing a beat then I don't know what is! It seems like your journalist objectivity is as cheap as a Ducati/BMW factory tour, cup of coffee and maybe a plane ticket... Why should I believe anything you said about GS?!

[@127069]

mcn reviews vary with advertising spend so to speak and will contradict themselves

[@splodge57]

This is a MCN review.

[@rastkojokic4764]

dan wolf Good point!

[@patrickhd34]

Got a 2016 GSA - rode the new 1250GS and then the Multi 1260 back to back. Multi handles better, better gearbox, better quickshifter, more comfortable seat (for me). But found the new front brakes on the GS better than the "famed" M50 Brembos on the Multi, the GS brakes had more feel and as much braking power. The screen on the Multi is poor, but the new one on the GS is very good. Only tyres, but the stock tyres on the GS are a bit rubbish compared to the ones on the Multi. I think the GS might be a bit boring to ride. As for build and reliability - I would have no problem buying the Multi. (Have had issues with my GSA - rear suspension electric connector, poor switchgear sticking a bit).

[@TheCivilWarriorProj]

Can you "trail brake" or will the computer turn off the throttle?

[@neevesybikes]

TheCivil warriorproject you need to have the throttle shut for trail braking anyway.

[@TheCivilWarriorProj]

@@neevesybikes negative. In Trail braking you ride the front brakes while using the throttle.

[@neevesybikes]

TheCivil warriorproject that’s definitely not how it works. You shouldn’t throttle against the brake - it could cause all sorts of problems.

[@p2e]

If you don’t know how to get moving from stationary on an incline, you shouldn’t be riding a bike in the first place.

[@reerbaadia1896]

Do you mind editing your post one more time mr/mrs/miss/x OCD.

[@Hampus3313]

heres a prime example of misunderstanding why a certain technology is put on the bike.

[@Samuel-qe9lj]

I kinda agree haha... haha

[@iamtherealzombie]

It's not about not "knowing how", it's about why not have technology do the same thing for you that you would have done yourself? It's not like holding a bike on an incline is in any way "fun".

[@samrit123in]

Idiot.

[@T0BBi94]

The Hillstart seems like a gimmick that they added just because they can, and hoped it will sell more bikes. But I at least always have my left leg down when stopped, so if there is a hill I just stand on the rear brake anyway. Then again I could be wrong, maybe its like quick shifts, totally unnecessary on the road but once you get used to it you cant go back.

[@jamesfisher1827]

Great review.

[@maxflight777]

After spending a week on an 2019 S1000XR, (the best gearbox of any 2019 bike) two whole days on an exciting KTM 1290R and a short test ride on Peterborough Kawasakis lovely H2... I’m choosing the GS again. I have no loyalty whatsoever to BMW, but when you factor in all the peripheral ownership elements the GS is again, head and shoulders above comparable bikes.

[@MrKdr500]

maybe you should ride an Africa Twin Adventure Sports DCT before deciding on a Gee eS... and further more the Duke 790 has a nicer shifting gearbox than any BMW... you sound like a sealed road rider? why buy an ADV bike anyway?

[@maxflight777]

MrKdr500 uou make some good points ! I do ride trails (I’ve never agreed that the big bikes are good off road , A second bike is the way to go.....450 EXC-F which is far more fun at just 101kg !) (Personally i dislike the AT, it’s heavy, slow and has no cruise control ) but I accept that it has a good following, from knowledgeable bikers.

[@splodge57]

That boxer engine isn't for everyone.

[@J0J0McM0M0]

MrKdr500 the africa twin is a slow horse though...90 something hp and a whopping 242kg (dct) make the at a boring ride compared to the 136 hp strong and 249kg heavy gs, which also has a better handling due to its low center of gravity.

[@jeromejel7599]

I've had 2GSA LC, the last one i bought was mid peril this year, by the end of september i've ride 17000km, mainly on tracks (offloads) been from Toulouse (france to santiago de Compostel -saint james) and back , done also the pyrenees from Rosas to Iran (spain) and the last to iceland and back. The GSA is the bike to go off-roads on such long trips definitely ! the you ride 500 km in average per day with at list half off roads on tracks, carrying a tente , and all, you need a good bike. and on thing that is huge, is that on enduro Pro, you still can use the front brake on tracks....

[@bonta0240]

Great review and remained objective.

[@Stevestech]

Where was this shot?

[@paletes3]

Stevestech It’s Portugal - West Algarve. Arrifana area.

[@tomthompson7400]

cant help but wonder if the extra 70cc on its own wouldnt have been enough.....

[@Youtuberngajelas]

What about the gs adventure??

[@neevesybikes]

Will probably be unveiled within the next few months.

[@bilkosgte]

Great, ta for the info. In short I don’t need to change my GS for the latest toy👍

[@SnipeU696]

Hill start, not needed. No more burn-outs :( Like the variable heads.

[@Dr.Zoidberg087]

Ambrose-adventure I'm sure it's a customizable feature, everything else about the programming is adjustable from the heads up display.

[@ymaa007]

Good video apart from the terrible loud Music blasting out mid cut scene

[@VRoyPratomo]

New electronic vvti, it will be more rocket science to do diy fix

[@sadigov]

@2:10 I could hear the V-tec kick in, yo

[@leighchapman935]

sadigov 🤣😂🤦‍♂️

[@nathanboeger9329]

A lot of skepticism about this new engine. Time will tell but I kinda think BMW might have shot it's self in the foot here. KTM is pumping out some amazing rock solid bikes and so is Triumph. Wonder how this will play out for them. Lot's of folks also complaining about the brakes being changed too... Less tech, simpler, and lighter seems to be what the ADV market wants. This bike is none of that. Maybe it's changing it's market?

[@CoMoEnTrAsAlE]

it's 2018, was it really that difficult to AT LEAST upload a video in 1080p? smh....

[@TheMonkini]

Have to disagree on this one. The new boxer engine is miles ahead in quietness of valves, flexibility of the engine, and smooth but sport bike like acceleration....

[@tirimut]

Why do manufacturers feel obliged to keep adding more and more unnecessary stuff that can only go wrong? What do you do with your "adventure bike" if in the middle of nowhere the computers suddenly decide you're braking all the time and cut power. Or that fancy hill start system just locks your rear wheel? And so on and so on. What is wrong with a simple, capable bike that just works. PS I know the market dictates the rules, but if you have BMW Motorrad's reputation you can afford to say "We're not giving you the crap you want, take our perfectly good bike without 10000 rider aid systems.

[@oldtimer3824]

tirimut it’s available and called the Africa Twin

[@mightyboomerang2932]

Shaft vs. Chain

[@tatuksa]

a lot of electronics mean many problems.

[@Ian-xt1mb]

Especially with BMW pricing. Criminal!

[@krytenLister]

YAWN - tired old cliche!

[@Ian-xt1mb]

As a K1200 owner, I can assure that it is no cliche. Spend some time reading the forums that support this model and see for yourself.

[@krytenLister]

The K1200 is an ancient machine - there may have been problems back then. I've owned 4 different LCs and never any issues with electronics

[@hANNAbONE]

how about plugging in the music bits when the guys talks and not when we want to hear the mill/exhaust note. sheesh...

[@StarAZ]

A coworker just bought a R1200GS because of the discount he can get and he doesn’t care about the changes

[@andysherwood8241]

Is it me or the camera angle but the pegs/seat/bars ratio seam off. In other words the legs look tight to the body?. Compared to say a 2012 gs it looks like plastics has been bolted on here there and everywhere. What happened to good old fashioned clutch bite with a few extra revs? . Seems to lazy for me, I like to be involved with the bike not let electronics do the job. Would I like to ride one, yes. Would I like to own one? hmmmm not sure I would. I've owned Beemers in the past and ive had reliability issues so with all this tech I cant trust it fully over time.

[@neevesybikes]

Styling and ergonomics are identical to the 1200, Andy. Nothing wrong with pulling away manually, but the hill-hold is a nice little touch and doesn't take away from your riding skill.

[@andysherwood8241]

@@neevesybikes maybe a test ride would help my thoughts on the hill assist. But I as a conversation with friends recently we all agreed bikes are becoming like cars in terms of over the top tech. When will BMW release a 'M' series GS???.

[@neevesybikes]

Andy Sherwood all that tech is there to make life more comfortable, but you don't have to have it if you don't want it. Even the most advanced bikes will never be like cars...you can't fall off a car, but you can a bike, no matter how many electronics fitted. You can also be painfully slow, too, even with the best rider aids in the world fitted to your bike.

[@andysherwood8241]

Michael Neeves if you want alot of tech to help you ride a bike then so be it. Comfort comes in many forms though. Intelligent suspension to give a smoother ride along with a gel seat for long journeys. Or a mental comfort by having abs for greasy wet roads. One of which is a pleasure comfort one is safe in the knowledge comfort. I'd say never say never. Both have superior positives that the other one wishes the other could do better. Well as for the patronising comment, hmmmmm well durr, you dont say!. 🙄 😏 You can also think you are really quick with all best rider aids in the world, but in reality you are the slow one with all the best rider aids.

[@neevesybikes]

Andy Sherwood exactly. If rider aids really were the cheat people think they were we’d all be the same speed.

[@therealturbofanisme]

So, who would like to explain to this guy what VVT is, and how it differs from VTEC and other systems? VVT does NOT vary lift, it varies timing. I don't know which system is fitted to this bike, but they're not the same thing

[@gelul12]

The LC GS is being traded in alot for the old engines around here.. i guess people dont like the LC GS The New one looks great though

[@mowman7777]

When they build one with Japanese reliability I'll buy one.

[@eddiebenzz]

John Keckley I believe Bmw Carries with it a 40% Failure rate 🤔

[@JohnHyland2]

Thumbnail has off road and i expected you would actually ride the bike off road???

[@twoeyedbob]

1250gs ridden.....by who exactly ?...certainly didn’t seem to be mcn anyway 2 mins wasted

[@kasifzihad7909]

Built in China now build quality will be awful my friends gs has been in 3 times for repair compare that to my Yamaha s10 39,000 miles not a single visit back to the garage apart from servicing intervals

[@IanTed]

Kasif Zihad Wrong, the 310 is made in India, but the GS1250 is made in Berlin, Germany, some of the engines are made in China but who cares...do some research.

[@osamabinladen824]

@@IanTed Taiwan

[@johnfragos7660]

They are getting overweight again... And why not use Brembo brakes???? You don't have to see any stickers to tell them apart from the previous model, you just have to notice the cheap brakes...

[@neevesybikes]

Ah, but some bikes will still be produced with Brembos...

[@maz2496]

Have they started the recall on them yet!!!!!😂

[@abazdarhon]

mario tsourou not yet but they keep recall my k1600 gtl e 2018 look like another new engine will be on

[@davewash50]

What a stupid comment

[@johnnyblaze1372]

I dont know a frend of main has his 2017 for the 5th Time in the BMW Service lets see if the new can make better.I just talking that much good about the GS and how better is as the Multistrada bla bla bla,the Multi was never had issuise only normal Services.But now he just say to me if he has to bring the GS the 6th Time he wont burning the Bike😂😂

[@davewash50]

man on moon have to say, had 3 Gs lc models. Been all over Europe on them, and never missed a beat

[@johnnyblaze1372]

@@davewash50 you lucky one

[@gnarshread]

Hill Start! Lets be honest here. That's just for all those overweight short bankers and lawyers who buy the GS to "ADV" down their gravel driveway to pose outside Starbucks. A truly brilliant bit of adaptation to your market. If anything BMW does have good business sense.

[@maxflight777]

gnarshread I felt exactly the same as you. However, experienced friends are unanimously in agreement that it is 100% worthwhile.

[@MrKdr500]

@ Max Flight ...are their fingers to short to hold the front brake lever while using the throttle at the same time? sounds like they need to learn how to ride a bike properly instead of relying on an "ECU" to ride the fucking thing....

[@nakaba569]

You couldnt be more wrong. The GS is in a class of its own, you need to ride it to know. It handles amazingly well in any kind of road you throw at it...

[@eddiebenzz]

gnarshread Wait ! I thought POSERS were only a Hardley Thing Exclusively ? 😮😆😆

[@brianbrooking496]

MrKdr500 when you buy a Range Rover you get bells and whistles, even if you don’t necessarily want them or plan to use them. Equally it looks cool at Starbucks. Never heard such a bunch of whingebags complaining about technology improving the rider experience. With your current theory, let’s take away, rain mode, enduro mode, abs.... and other functions of the bike. Boys go grow a set, no one forcing you to own one.

[@staryjanek]

OK OK , just shuddup and take my money already !!! A Gyro and hill start electronics on a motorcycle, mmhhhh what a lot of MINCE !!!! How do you keep a straight face mate ?

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Seems like you'd rather be taking a nap than talking about bikes.

[@osamehammadi9167]

❤👍BMW GS 1250👍❤

[@inyamsa]

Good video but overtaking in solid white lines... The police wouldn't agree with that! xDD

[@Rayk76]

Hmmmm this or the r1250rt !!!

[@kasifzihad7909]

Sounds like a vtech engine

[@simonsanchez3234]

Can You give me that motorcicle its beatifull

[@Szlejer]

Another excellent addition for the overweight, midlife crisis weekend biker crowd.

[@babayaga1767]

those guys are all on harley's

[@vicwiseman6038]

Get rid of the wallpaper background, it’s a distraction.

[@duncanfraser2390]

get ready for BMW's new for 2020 R1300GS with: -automatic gearbox -automatic braking when it detects something in the road -automatic hillstart -automatic throttle that rolls on when the lights go green -automatic speed control depending on road speed limits -automatic lean angle assist pro, it analyses a corner and then the bike leans for you -automatic side wheels that flip down when you stop, so you don't need to put your legs down You can ride to your destination without fucking doing anything!

[@chr11sf]

Lol, exactly, when's it gonna end...just sit yer arse doon and let it ride you...because that's fun and challenging right?!

[@ORINJE]

Most exciting part of MCN videos is the cool flickery lights intro. The rest is just plain boring, bikes are about fun and danger and pretending you look cool. Nothing about this video is any of them

[@NinjahPenguinZ]

Santa...

[@Fab24hdumans]

Big disappointment.... Doesn’t need more power, already very smooth and the torque is more than enough... what about a new design coming with a new engine?? A new design with Corner lighting, illuminated night control, heated seat, electric windshield ( not really my thing)... Seriously?? How long more do we have to wait? BMW drop the ball on this one... Oh well I keep my rally then....

[@EscapePlan97]

They changed from brembo to cheap american brakes haha

[@markmundy3435]

No getting away from the fact the GS is a fine bike, but their big new is old news. Hill hold (?), 3 years late on a bike of this type, along with power cut during panic braking. And I'm sure the tft screen will come foc after they started giving it away free this year as £600 seemed a bit much to ask, when it was stock on other bikes. VVT on a BMW, should keep the AA busy and their workshops full doing recall work. Leading the way, or playing catch up? But I'm sure 1000's of sheep can't (won't) be wrong about it being the best.

[@MarkBarnett]

Some truly atrocious riding there, from overtaking across solid white lines to complete newbie lines through corners. Are you pitching this bike to BMW riders or race-rep hooligans? Dig the guyliner BTW.

[@davidjsherwood]

Very bad video quality

[@kasifzihad7909]

Chucky aka in you're own words the engine is made in china I rest my case

[@SAMFICOM]

this bike is trash. i bought mine in 2019 summer. bike engine broke after 12000km - loud clanking noise from left cylinder. bmw refused to repair by warranty claiming that loud clanking noise in left cylinder is normal. while trying to sort this out lost 2020 season. all attempts to complain to bmw headquarters went nowhere. in december 2020 dealer agreed to buy it back from me for 13500 euro. as a result i lost a lot of money and a season just because they refused to repair broken engine by warranty. please note i had bmw warranty and dealer extended 5 years warranty on it which i bought as well. so bmw you suck and your newer bikes are trash. btw this was my 4th bmw bike and 3rd new bought from this dealer. worst customer experience, worst service ever.

[@F4Effort]

what I got out of this "review" was unnoticeable bump in displacement/power, cheaper brakes (that weren't addressed), an overly complicated valve timing system, no styling change whatsoever, and that opinions are bought for the price of a plane ticket. Just gonna stick to my KTM's. Thanks for the spectacular waste of my time.