BMW R1300 GS First Ride Review | It's AWESOME!

[@LifeofSmokey]

Can I get a Like , a Subscribe and a Share for being so dedicated riding the new BMW 1300 GS during Storm Ciaran with 120km/u winds? 😅

[@thomasdoe6768]

Hahahhaa, my dude, you cracked me up with the gloves :D earned a sub, hahaha.

[@40onAbike]

I’m a proud owner of a gs1250 and today I tried the new gs1300. Now I can tell the difference: on the 1250 I feel like an Avenger while on the 1300 I feel like a mediocre rich white collar

[@vplph]

In both cases I feel sorry for you.

[@Bounty-Hunter69]

@@vplph 😂😂👍

[@theguywhocomments.17]

Bajaj avenger?

[@purificator1004]

​@@vplphhahahahahaha!!!! Well said!

[@daniellesniak3242]

The 1300 is just a better bike all around . 1250 owners so salty

[@piotrmagon7179]

You are doing great videos Smokey.🚀🔥🚀After test ride ordered Tramontana fully loaded, can’t wait for it.All best from UK👊

[@msims1250]

I appreciate your excitement and enthusiasm for riding this bike. I’ve got a couple years left on my 1250GS, so I’m not looking to upgrade just yet, but the 1300 is starting to impress me, the more reviews I see of it.

[@Pompomgrenade]

Awesome!! That motorcycle was truly built for a man with two left hands...

[@kruisr7449]

The most hated headlight in the history of BMW? That's what I thought. But if you look around the German GS forum, it's surprising to see that almost everyone finds the design very successful. And the guys in the German GS forum are normally very fussy and always criticize almost everything about a new BMW. Personally, I also find the front light very unique. BUT: The headlight of the new Duke 990 (especially in the black version) is the king when it comes to design. What Kiska has achieved there is really great. Thanks for the video!

[@Westside7be]

11:19 : ah, ook een fan van Gunther zie ik. As a fellow ex KTM 1190 adventure rider, current GS 1250 rider, I tested the new 1300 GS as well. The bike is objectively better than the 1250 GS. You can feel it is lighter and more nimble, and yes you can feel more feedback through the bars (still no KTM though). Engine pulls stronger and feels much less "out of breath" above 8000 RPM (still no KTM though). Suspension and chassis are beautifully balanced: the bike is so easy to shift from corner to corner and you ride stupid speeds even on greasy belgium automnal roads with a twist of Ciaran storm. Wind protection with electric windshield is miles ahead of the 1250's standard windshield. On the other hand, the engine sounds louder at idle (even more like a sewing machine on idle) and you pay 1100 EUR + for an akra that sounds even quiter than the 1250's stock exhaust. Engine sound has gone backwards for me. The bike is again "smoother" and more clinical then the previous version, which didn't need ironing out. It's not as clinically boring as the Multistrada V4, but we're getting there. Also, the suspension no longer feels "wafty" in road mode. It's still comfy, but sportier. Don't like the new headlamp either, other than that i'm quite fond of the bike. Did I feel sorry I rode home on my 1250 Triple black though? NOT AT ALL. What i'd really like is a pretty KTM 1290 or 1300 (never gonna happen...apparently) and a dealer that's as qualitative as the BMW dealer network (never gonna happen either unfortunately).

[@LifeofSmokey]

Reading this you should be the reviewer 😁👌. Thanks for sharing. I agree with your opinion , I have never owned a GS before so I'm interested in this model for cruising and comfort rides. The KTM is the nutty bike 😁

[@robertogiraldes1868]

Is the 1300 as comfortable as the 1250 for long rides? That is my concern as an owner of a 1250.

[@Westside7be]

I only had it for a big hour, because for the moment everybody wants a go on them. I'd say based on the fact the wind protection is better (with electric windscreen) and the seat is still plush, if you compare standard machines the 1300 might even be a tad better. But I ride a ducati 916 for a weekend trip abroad with passenger seat bag and find that no problem, so I guess I can adapt. the 1300 is certainly not less comfy, it's more precise and a tad more agile, more communicative. Also more clinical, you get less sensations and it's not like the 1250 was the master of sensation. Still better than the new multi V4, but definately beaten by the KTM 1290 SAS @@robertogiraldes1868

[@cassin11]

Thanks, Smokey. I got 1 of my questions answered. I am now a fan of yours :-)

[@LifeofSmokey]

Glad to help 😁

[@pinoymasabaw7857]

That bus tho😂😂😂😂

[@Firstnamejoe]

Storms name was Ciarán, it’s a male Irish name and it’s pronounced like this : “Key-rawn”, (as in rhymes with dawn. Great video, can’t wait to get my hands on one!

[@keslot]

Come on BMW!!! Give Smoky the chance to try this new bike for a week or two in a warmer area and let him test the bike properly. He is brilliantly funny and can ride a bike!!!

[@LifeofSmokey]

I will get one for a week when the press motorcycles arrive to this store. Gonna be wet and cold for sure 😅.

[@eseemann5429]

sorry to say but lean angle is for us 😂, greatings from Switzerland. and yes, just bought one of those marvels

[@LifeofSmokey]

Good choice! 😁👌

[@user-vd2mr7zw3h]

As Asian ..I am so excited…the new GS it’s smaller and lighter than the GS 1250…finally my dream is come true..thank you BMW.😊

[@henz993]

Haha I laugh and give you a like for your silly gloves.

[@TwoGoTouring]

Love watching your videos Smokey. Here’s the question. A lot of reviews are by people like yourself who can really handle a bike and dare I say it you good guys are of shorter height. I would like to see an adventure bike test comparison, two up with luggage for at least 1000 miles. This would be more real world. At 6’3 and a GSA owner I rode the 1300 and overall I agree with a lot of your comments but it wasn’t perfect for me. That extra torque is brilliant but comes in very quickly and can make the ride sometimes twitchy compared to the 1250. The gearbox shift still needs you to get to at least 2nd gear before it smooths out. I’m waiting to see the GSA and hopefully they don’t shrink the room for two people on the bike.

[@ThorkildTox]

What a bike 👊, looking forward to see your next GS video .🏍

[@benkelly2190]

Nice one matey, I recent brought a new 1250 Gs triple black, this will most certainly, be next. In a few years. Nice vid, Smokey.

[@neilhutton1528]

Impressive glove work there Smokey. Bike wasn't bad either 😂

[@LifeofSmokey]

Smokey Special 😂

[@Kevin97587]

You have two left hands anyway so taking two left hand gloves makes sense, your brain is giving you hints smokey

[@LifeofSmokey]

😂😂😂

[@Fernando90054]

Specially the 719 option with all the fancy parts, looks nice. But…The sound of the engine seems strange, there are different noises now, when steering. The bike feels so different also, more nimble and solid, for the first time I could say what’s happening with the front tyre, and at the same time the wind protection for your legs, seems to be…gone!?And the punch down low of the engine has been replaced for a pointy top end power boost?… does it still feel like a GS? Yeah but converted into a in town good manners bike? I tested a bike today, with only 150 kms in the odometer and I couldn’t give it the beans, but overall I got the sensation they converted the GS into a nice expensive toy-bike. I got a 1250 2022 RT, so would I buy the new R 1300 GS? If it was my only bike, I wouldn’t. But as a fancy modern all around second bike, yes. Why not? Nice video Christopher, look out for that strong wind blast man, that was aggressive on the highway 😅👍🏻👍🏻

[@LifeofSmokey]

That's exactly how I feel about it to. It's a very modern version of the previous version for sure. It still has the DNA I must say but it feels much sportier and lighter in my opinion 😁

[@Fernando90054]

Yes, we agree on all that. In mho we’ve got to give it a chance, because as I demand respect from others related to my work, I use to apply that rule to the others professionally, so I presume BMW knows what they’re doing. Sometimes it takes a while to step up beyond once this is a major change to adapt. The reality is that BMW was getting left behind with their most important product towards their competitors and this new bike shows the BMW effort of modernization of their flagship motorcycle. That’s clear to me. Are they going on the right path? I concur with those who think in deed, they are. But the bike is quieter and the wind protection for our legs is not so good as it was (I think), they almost made the GS look and feel a little like a naked bike, but at the same time I think it is for the best. It’s a matter of switching off the comparative mode between the models . This bike seems to brake better, steer better and ride in general terms, better. So, we got to give it a chance. Just for security safe decision, I will wait to see the new GSA and than I can say what I really think about the whole thing. ✌️✌️

[@boeryco]

Well, I see the corner angle and brake power already on my Kawasaki Versys since 2019...! But a nice video!!

[@konnerdave]

Only thing I don't like is the cockpit feel of the bike with the weird ear like windshield on the sides. Rest all is cool and crisp. They could've done it much better like a 310 GS.

[@toftstooldforthisshit1613]

Just watched another great video. Now off to test ride myself. Woohoo😊

[@LifeofSmokey]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@toftstooldforthisshit1613]

Wow, so different. Even though cold and wet, turns so much quicker, a delight in traffic and quick. Can't wait for mine to arrive and get some miles on it. Keep up the good work 👏

[@gamingdog65]

I've waited so long for this video😍 thank you

[@LifeofSmokey]

It's not as I wanted it to be sadly , It was just a quick ride and didn't feel good enough as I wanted it to be :-(

[@mohdhermans]

Waiting for your review 😍😍

[@lold6130]

I hope the new GS has a more durable shaft drive.

[@michielvandepol6765]

What's with all the excitement on the internet about the lowering function? BMW is late to the game. HD and Triumph already had this functionality way before BMW did. But when BMW finally catches up it's a world wonder?

[@LifeofSmokey]

It's gonna be the same with the ASA automatic shifting 😁

[@michielvandepol6765]

@@LifeofSmokey I think you might be right!

[@dejankolsek3336]

😂😂😂 this is bad,hahahaha, this is bad, hahahaha.... That is funny man. Keep it this way😂😂😂

[@bsmukler]

Great video. I’ve ridden in similar winds during storms in the Mohave Desert (California). It does tend to grab one’s attention. The Sport dash screen is similar to, if not the same as, the one on the S1000RR. If you have the phone app active, it will record the data from your ride. Besides just being fun, the lean angle information could be handy if you are trying to hang off more in corners in order to reduce maximum lean angle. (You can use the data for comparison on known courses.) It will be interesting to see how the new BMW Motorrad GPS unit works. It is no longer from Garmin, which also means it does not have their maps. The new unit is not badged other than as BMW, but was developed by TomTom. The battery has substantially greater capacity. The user has to download the relevant regional maps. The new unit does integrate with the bike, as before, including with the control wheel.

[@LifeofSmokey]

Thank you for this info , appreciate that 😌🙏

[@bsmukler]

⁠I updated my comment regarding the new GPS unit. I was at my local dealership today and learned the new GPS is by TomTom (so not a no-name brand). Thanks again for the great review. I told others about it at the BMW shop.

[@bahaabakr7089]

Fantastic review

[@ErikR1979]

Have you ridden both spoked and the Forged Enduro wheels? If so which would you recommend? Most of my riding will be on road for context. Thanks again man.

[@LifeofSmokey]

No only spokes 😌

[@smarter_solutions]

Nice video. What would you recommend? R1300GS or M1000XR. Mainly for touring long distances.

[@LifeofSmokey]

Have not been riding with the M1000XR but I'm more in love with the smoothness and comfy feeling on the GS. The XR series are more sporty 😁

[@smarter_solutions]

@@LifeofSmokey Thanks.

[@christianmouraux7269]

If they sell less then I might be interested.... 🤔 To me, the main problem with the GS, is that you see it at every corner... a real deal breaker for me.

[@Crsf84]

Got to be the worst reason not to own anything i’ve ever heard. Do you think people think “ oh look at that rebel not in his gs” 😂😂😂. if they sell less😂😂😂 Brilliant

[@zsguerreiro]

Too mainstream...this has to be the worst reason ever. "If nobody likes it I will love it"

[@christianmouraux7269]

Well if you think about it, it must be somehow linked the the basics of economy... the value of something is higher when it’s rare 🤔

[@zsguerreiro]

@@christianmouraux7269 well not really, the value of something is higher if there is demand for that item. If its rare and nobody wants it, its worthless

[@christianmouraux7269]

@@zsguerreiro well zsguerreiro, not trying to convince you, that’s just my point of view. Over and out 😉

[@davidhaggerty4601]

Love the light looks like the Scottish saltire

[@brandonrides8953]

Again, I'd really like a 1300GS Trophy with all the bells and whistles EXCEPT the radar features..

[@LifeofSmokey]

Same here 😁

[@TCphotographer]

Is this last thursday? Or friday? But southern than Rotterdam it was a bit mild in Belgium the strong wind sw reached 90km. an hour speed orange alarm turned yellow later hours of friday. I wish you ride thd new F900GS. Smoky you are funny and handsome good for you.

[@LifeofSmokey]

Early Thursday , never doing this again. The footage doesn't really show how hard I was struggling against the wind 😅🙈

[@bhbdvm1821]

About the seat height. The lowest 800cm height, did that include the optional low seat accessory or the standard seat in another position? Is the Trophy seat height taller than the other models? What is your height and inseam. Thanks!

[@LifeofSmokey]

The 800mm is low seat + dynamic suspension option. I'm 176cm , inseam no idea 😅

[@jhonnydumeny9816]

Which do you prefer: Multi Strata Rally or GS1300?

[@LifeofSmokey]

Can't answer that , BMW and Ducati is reading 😂. No just kidding , only took out the BMW for 1 hour. I spend multiple days on the V4 Multistrada Rally. But I have been spending some time on those boxer engines to lately and it's growing on me. The stability on those bikes is pretty amazing 😃

[@Raj-bq6cm]

the gloves are bothering me way too much than it should

[@MrJgp2012]

There's such a wide spectrum of bikes in the adventure bike category. I like fast and sporty, which is why I bought a Ducati Pikes Peak (I never plan on going off road regardless of what bike I own). I can appreciate the more SUV-like nature of the GS and the additional comfort features it provides. My new challenge is trying to decide whether to keep my Pikes Peak or upgrade to the new V4RS. I really enjoy your vids.

[@LifeofSmokey]

Friend of mine is selling it's PP for the RS. I always said that Ducati should put the Panigale engine in the Multistrada and they did. Gonna be one crazy machine for sure. And you should give offroading a try , it's another world that opens for you 👌

[@MrJgp2012]

@@LifeofSmokey I grew up with dirt bikes, so that's probably why I'm not that interested in riding off road. Plus, there aren't any areas around me to ride off road. Thanks for responding.

[@BULLBNB]

New subscriber 😅😅😅😅

[@LifeofSmokey]

Thanks for subbing 😁

[@shaharizuanabdrahman1706]

ur laugh deserve a subsribe!!😂

[@corujario2752]

Funny video. Playing with the screen menu going over 100/hr is a recipe for disaster though. I hope you don't do it often, for your own safety. Not having Apple/Android connectivity in a bike this expensive and meant for long distance ridding is unacceptable. Come on BMW!!!!

[@LifeofSmokey]

No worries , I'm a professional 😅. But no I don't play around most of the time 😌

[@illiyakuryakin3092]

A little to much giggling and goofing around, but overall a good video. This was the first video on the 1300GS that demonstrated the center stand which was interesting. Funny how you say “Over dare” for “Over there”. Sounds like a Chicago accent.

[@LifeofSmokey]

Glad you enjoyed it! Sorry for the giggling part....It was my first real adventure when BMW send me to the world premiere in Berlin , later unboxing one and now finally riding one. I felt like a kid in a kindergarden when I finally was able to ride it 😅🙈

[@illiyakuryakin3092]

@@LifeofSmokey I like your enthusiasm in that sense. Ride safe.

[@theldun1]

Daddy likey Daddy wants!!!!

[@Dhruvprajapati2822]

Bmw r1300gs adventure when gonna be lounch

[@LifeofSmokey]

End 2024 :-)

[@Dhruvprajapati2822]

@@LifeofSmokey that's great

[@Dhruvprajapati2822]

@@LifeofSmokey I think you should check your gopro engle while motovlogging on adventure bike it's show to much wiew of bike tank i min it so good 4 necked bike but not good 4 adventure you can do it little bit up 🙂

[@ErikR1979]

What's the flashing wire light when you open the throttle? Is that the shift dummy light?

[@LifeofSmokey]

Yeah shifting is low as the bike is still running in. That's why I didn't max rev it as well 😌

[@slipthegreyhound]

I bought one, lived with it a while and really don't like it. The r1250GS is an all round better bike. Save your money!!

[@cedricvanloo9497]

What are your thoughts on fun factor and wind protection compaired to the Superduke GT?

[@F89Fenrir]

new bike and full revolutions... not the best idea sorry. I don't understand why people doesn't treat motors well, then they complain a second hand drops the price really low

[@Boxer1250RT]

I'm sure it rides fine, but Customers buy with their Heart more than any other factor. Smaller, lighter, faster wo cares??? It just does not make me jump out of my seat and run to the Dealer. This is coming from someone who owned (7) BMW bikes including (4) GS and GSAs and currently riding the 1250 RT. I do hope that they won't screw up the GSA! If I ever want to go back to an ADV/Touring, I may consider the Multi V4s instead. Pretty sad!

[@mbal4052]

Had a 1200 and a 1250 and both aren’t great at anything else but chugging around slowly. When you pushed them on they are terrible and not for anyone who’s enjoys spirited riding. If the new model is as good as is looks with the lighter weight and better handling I may well go back to one.

[@jansing327]

Is it better than the KTM 1390?

[@luis4727]

Nice!

[@Pakonan666]

a direct question, would you exchange it for ktm 1290 if or not ?? ?. thank you for sharing your impressions. Greetings Pako

[@LifeofSmokey]

Nope my 1290 is a wild horse , way to much horsepower , easy wheelies even doing 120km/u and it's such a raw bike that I love throwing around. And if I drop it I pick it back up and don't care about it. But the suspension is harder , seat is not comfy and I don't prefer riding it 5-800km in one day , I would take the GS for that 😁. So not exchanging but maybe buying it as an extra

[@Pakonan666]

​@@LifeofSmokeyThank you for your sincerity. Greetings Pako

[@vwtaro]

Its a nakedbike with a windshield,not a adventurebike!

[@user-cd1tb2zs1q]

What happens if you break one of those mirrors? Can they be replaced with of road mirrors that do not have BMW on them.

[@carpenter33]

So much would this cost with all the bells and whistles?

[@tonyadeney1245]

funny review suspension bouncy bouncy -- oh its wind ooooh

[@hawkslayers1]

whats with the carpet on the fuel tank?

[@LifeofSmokey]

😂😂😂

[@gerryryan2302]

Brave man riding in that wind…I’ve only had my 1250 for a year and will loose half the value of it in PX ..gonna have to wait another year I think to justify the loss 🤔..I think you need to look at pronouncing the Irish name ciaran..but good attempt 👍

[@Wieland_der_Schmied]

I don't undstand very much because you speek very fast and I am not a native speaker. But you seem to be a funny guy.

[@LifeofSmokey]

Click on CC auto subtitles underneath the video , select the gear and you can set it to your own language 😌

[@eduardofrade3354]

O Maike to now The Price The New 1300 GS thanks.

[@habibi750]

Yo uncle Smokey, how tall are you?

[@davidkallstrom4349]

Smokey?

[@jhonnydumeny9816]

Are you getting the Tropht GS1300 Smokey?

[@adventurejunkie79]

Bike is awesome butt didn't like the panniers and top box I like the metal one

[@roncoleman8351]

What would happen if you accidentally hit the on/off button instead of the mode button while riding?

[@LifeofSmokey]

Good question 😁👌

[@verdonrocksphotography3510]

nice nice, your hight is not much important as inseam for touching/flatfooting the ground..... thnx!

[@verdonrocksphotography3510]

So spill the beans, what is your inseam 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@offroadandfun]

I don't like the light, it's horrible.

[@jasonsearle2512]

KTM or BMW Smokie?????

[@LifeofSmokey]

Both 😌 KTM for the throw around offroad fun , BMW for the long comfortable touring.

[@davidkallstrom4349]

how high can it go

[@LifeofSmokey]

850 and the 20mm higher seat so about 870 😁. The adventure model coming next year will most likely be higher 😌

[@zigpozema9955]

This bike already has lots of issue 😂😂😂

[@mahmutsakar9353]

Ahhhha very enjoy 😂😂😂

[@thefake89]

No wheelies there😢

[@LifeofSmokey]

A small one , but wheelies during a storm with wind coming from the side that could blow me away is kinda scary. Also the only demo bike from the shop , can't crash it haha

[@elbunda9889]

Úplně to vidím jak si uchcaváš do trenek😂😂😂

[@shyammarndi3980]

Try new 450 Himalayas

[@LifeofSmokey]

Working on it 😎

[@JoeS97756]

You missed the sighting of the new Tesla Model 3 at 16:36!

[@LifeofSmokey]

Gonna contact Tesla soon for press fleet cars to for my car channel. Didn't even notice it 😅

[@JoeS97756]

@@LifeofSmokey Ah, didn't know you had a car channel. I'd be interested in a review of the new model 3.

[@navindranv]

❤

[@hugaventure]

👍…✌️

[@blarsen8]

Why should you ride in bad conditions and others should not? Because you wanted to create content? No need to reply, those are rhetorical questions…

[@naveenkumar-kb1fw]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 gloves

[@user-px4mz3iu1s]

katastrofalan dizajn

[@lpete531]

Wheeling the bike, really! And for what reason? Young kids do not purchase this type of bike!

[@LifeofSmokey]

Don't hate the player , hate the game 😁. People ask me if it can do wheelies in 3rd gear? For me it's the same question as "how wide is the handlebar?". I just answer questions 😌

[@mbal4052]

I’m 49 years old and still pull big high long wheelies, its great being a good rider and the thrills we have compared to normal boring riders like you

[@timsalabimbombassa]

You must be really old…

[@lpete531]

@@mbal4052 you do know anything about dude, do you have GS? And is that what this bike is about? That's my point

[@lpete531]

@@LifeofSmokey theirs no hate when you have no game! But if that's your reply, okay..

[@PIRATE69009]

👏👏👏🤩🏀🤩