BMW R1300 GS First Ride with Automated Shift Assistant (ASA) | Honda Africa Twin DCT in Trouble?

[@timhenry6403]

Geez man, thank you for this video. I’ve watched so many videos on the BMW GA and GSA, mostly Brits waffling on ,sucking air in through their teeth and spewing verbal diarrhea, so your video was refreshing and made me lol a few times with your energetic commentary!!!! Well done!!!

[@LifeofSmokey]

Thanks Tim appreciate the feedback 😁👌

[@UncleWally3]

I hated my Africa Twin’s DCT until I learned how to use it, now I wouldn’t want an Africa Twin without it. It will be interesting to see further DCT - ASA comparisons, especially those that speak with more detail about the many technical advantages and disadvantages.

[@neserp135]

Same here, got a dct last week, was weird for the first 30min then it happened, now i love it!!

[@themessenger4Jesus]

💯💯💯 I have a Honda Africa adventure sport DCT. My first one and wow this things is amazing.

[@enjoy4elements921]

Got my NT1100 DCT 3 weeks ago and made 1'600 km - never ever anything else again. Also for spectacularly narrow U-Turns with the rear break. Love it!

[@UncleWally3]

@@neserp135 Good for you. I’ve been riding many bikes for over fifty years, it took me a full season and 30k to appreciate the DCT. For me, it’s off tarmac that got me hooked. That said, on tarmac the whole package works for me, but it’s not for everyone.

[@UncleWally3]

@@enjoy4elements921 Honda doesn’t sell the NT in North America . . . pity.

[@Inhumase]

for me personally absolutely perfect. this is what I was waiting for to start riding a motorcycle after 32 years. ordered and waiting for it to arrive.

[@GSAirTherapy]

Good to see that BMW is offering options for riders who don’t want to bother with manual riding. This could bring new riders to the community who did not want the “complexity” of 4 limbs doing 4 different things.

[@BlackBirdieGolf]

They are only doing it because Honda sells a ton of DCT's lol I'm going to look at the RT 1300 ASA when it comes out.

[@Sena121]

@@BlackBirdieGolf Its more that BMW realized that the old Gen is dying out, the people who want to have a high quality vehicle but do everything with full control on everything. Its the same in the cars, they stepped back from RWD in the BMW 1 (must be their first car with no RWD since they were founded) and they now using automatic transmission more and more (and actually useful ones, early ATs from BMW were the worst shit ever), since younger drivers dont wanna stir the gasoline anymore. Also with more and more extrem regulations of exhaust gases from the EU and the cost for BEVs its very likely that many people will ride on 2 tires in the future, since its much cheaper, and the bans on fossil fuel motors here are mostly towards cars, not motorcycles or scooters. So its a smart move to go into more and more things like this, making it easer even for total idiots to ride a bike.

[@MotoRideswJohn]

It's been somewhat of a surprise with KTM, BMW, Yamaha all announcing new automated shifting models this year. Having owned both DCT ATs and Gold Wings, I found the system to be perfectly reliable and usable, if not so much *perfect*. I think it's great to have this as an option for those riders who need or desire it.

[@jimporter]

Not really a surprise. EU regulation came into effect in July to require cars, trucks and buses to include speed limiting technology and other tech. Bikes were exempt from this because the technology was not there, but manufacturers can see the writing on the wall and as those requirements are easier to implement on auto bikes manufacturers are preparing.

[@jimporter]

Not really a surprise. EU regulation came into effect in July to require cars, trucks and buses to include speed limiting technology and other tech. Bikes were exempt from this because the technology was not there, but manufacturers can see the writing on the wall and as those requirements are easier to implement on auto bikes manufacturers are preparing.

[@Nxxi.]

From what Honda told me at the bike show - they had a patent that expired this year allowing other brands to release auto shifting bikes. Hence why more and more brands are now releasing the tech.

[@wallacemjr]

@@Nxxi. I don't think so, there was already a Yamaha with this system

[@motolover5697]

@@Nxxi. it is a completely different system, nothing to do with Honda.

[@markim224]

Just got a test drive at the same bike at louyet waterloo, and i can say: OMG what a beaty. The new ASA woks like a dream, i wasnt expecting such a good felling at an automatic bike, the power and the gear shiffinting was just on point. BMW did a great job at this new system

[@LifeofSmokey]

Couldn't agree more! 😁👌

[@jfarlandutube]

Looks interesting. I have an African twin with the DTC and I love the way that bike operates.

[@jimthompson717]

It's the way of the future. Inevitable. I was a die hard manual shifter in all my cars, and switched to automatic when it made sense.

[@LifeofSmokey]

Same here , I always laughed with automatic gearboxes....but damn I love playing with shifter paddles now on the steering wheel 😅

[@kugangles9860]

Motorcycles aren't cars so I'd rather keep my standard manual shifting.

[@lynnyoung577]

Me too.

[@LifeofSmokey]

More problems or a nice invention? Let me know in the comments 😎

[@donkeek8107]

Nice invention!

[@mehdimed1568]

Current lever is complete trash so this one only has to be better

[@Rainer.M67]

As long as its not burning or need a tension strap its okay 😅

[@GCTO239]

Problems are already waiting around the corner...

[@AlpesMoto]

Nice invention for sure.

[@Davennep]

I have had a Honda Africa Twin with DCT twice. Works really great and drives very relaxed. But what I could not get used to was the constant braking on the engine when you approach a traffic light for example. I now have an Africa Twin with clutch again and now I can disengage the clutch and roll out quietly. The DCT has advantages but also disadvantages.

[@7M43XT]

Very good demonstration of how ASA works. Have owned multiple Honda DCT bikes - a 2010 Honda VFRD 1200, a 2012 Honda VFRD 1200, a 2020 Honda Africa Twin and a 2022 Honda Rebel DCT. The 2010 VFR and Honda Rebel are now both traded away. Been waiting for other manufacturers to jump on board with this type of technology. Have enjoyed all of these automated clutch bikes. Will be taking a hard look at the 2025 BMW R 1300 RT with ASA when available in Canada.

[@Piergiovanni]

Great video, I just bought an R18 but I think that this will be the next motorcycle I will buy in a couple of years

[@dhc8guru]

I think the e-clutch is fantastic. Much more so than a DCT. I love shifting but had a foot injury that limits my ankle range of motion that makes shifting difficult. So, I could see that for people with foot or left hand motion issues, this is a game changer. So people may frown on this technology but they aren’t considering how many more riders this will attract into riding and how this will allow older riders to keep riding.

[@Hondadctrider]

I have a disability on my left hand which prevents me from using a clutch. I ride a 2014 Honda NC 750X DCT and I absolutely love it. I would love a cruiser so I will probably be buying a Honda rebel 1100T DCT early next year. My ideal bike would be a Yamaha MT09/MT10 so I was excited to read that Yamaha are releasing a clutchless MT09 early next year.

[@TheRealDasluft]

Myself my left foot is paralized and cannot use a shift lever. The nx750 got me back on two wheels after 25 years. I now have the AT DCT and love it but it will be great to also be able to ride a GS or a Yama

[@MJBTWIN]

DCT is proven and works incredibly well. I will stick with AT and Japanese reliability.

[@GCTO239]

Completely agree

[@Crsf84]

Japanese reliability?

[@GCTO239]

@@Crsf84 yes, Japanese quality and reliability exist. In more than 26 years and 500.000 km of riding Japanese bikes (Kawa, Suzuki, Honda) I did not have a single (!!!) issue. If you can't call that reliability, it does not exist at all.

[@bcuzicancuellar5478]

@@GCTO239I’m on my 5th DCT bike and all generations with over 200,000 miles. Not one issue so far! It’s an ingenious system!

[@GCTO239]

@@bcuzicancuellar5478 I can absolutely confirm that, mate!

[@CharlieMirakel]

I have been driving with a clutch for over 40 years and it always will be that way. If you unexpectedly rev too low and the engine starts to jerk (think of rough terrain or steep bends in the mountains), you need your manual clutch. Period. And furthermore, one of the things that makes motorcycling fun for me is that I can operate the machine myself and play with the wide variety of possibilities. That's why I would never want an automatic transmission on my motorcycle.

[@mhvshn]

I really like how DCT works, need to try ASA just to compare

[@dmytrotyshchuk3481]

An interesting review of the ASA. But what about the minimum speed maneuvers when we use the clutch slipping zone on the usual transmission ? This is the most interesting part! For the sake of complete disclosure of the topic, the continuation should be made.

[@OntarioAndrews415]

I heard it was coming when the new R1300GSA came out, but I thought it was be on the 2025 R1300GS moving forward. I hope they offer it in all their GS bikes. Thanks for being the first to review this ASA. Cheers!

[@todde.richardson]

That is awesome! Great review. I’m not a big BMW fan, but respect. I do have a AT DCT and love it! (Been riding consistently for 49 years.) It is 2024, not 1984. History shows that new and improved technology is always poo pooed at first, then “we embrace”. “That’s one small step for [BMW], one giant leap for [motorcyclist].”

[@SUPERFLUID88]

I’m old so I will stick to the manual African Twin it is what I learned on and enjoy using the clutch

[@deldridg]

You and me mate. I'm 56 and can't imagine ever owning an auto car or bike.

[@AlexGSAdventures]

I've been riding motorcycles for 15 years and I'm very comfortable with shifting manually, but as someone who also does very long rides/road trips, I'm mostly interested in how it can help reduce driver fatigue - I have a reservation for a 1300 GSA, hopefully will be delivered in November, I ordered it with the ASA for that reason. Hopefully I won't regret it!

[@LifeofSmokey]

Trust me....you won't 😁. Until it breaks down lol , but if no issues you will love it!

[@Me-oe7js]

Great review on ASA. Fun factor still there. Only time will tell on its reliability.

[@pgVeritas]

Hey Smokey....look at you! You have got to be the first road tester in the World to ride the new ASA GS!! Well done, you deserve it. Your channel should have millions of subscribers. I've been with you since 20k and watched your channel grow. It's easily the most entertaining channel out there. You are so funny, and I bet you Papa Francis will be putting an order in immediately for a GS to get him up and down between the Vatican and Castel Gandolfo in the summer.....I know, he scrapped the summer residence along with his Batmobile, Red Slippers, ornate stuff and went all in for a Fiat Panda and the bus! You need to go to the Vatican for a blessing so the Belgian Police can't touch you for your judicious use of 145bhp.....

[@motolover5697]

there were some others as well. Som even own the new bike with the ASA.

[@dreamcrusher112]

glazing

[@dannyfiset7440]

j'ai une africa twin dct 2020 et j'aime beaucoup. J'jusqu'à maintenant, je ne comprenais pas pourquoi honda était seul à fabriquer ce genre de transmission. Je suis convaincu, que ce système fonctionne à merveille sur cette gs!

[@LXDDLE10]

For those who find this appealing (AT DCT buyers) this looks a treat. Not sure it's for me but it looks like BMW has done a very good job.

[@m4ci3j88]

After watching video I am really positively surprised by working of this system. Still DCT is so well tested, and for someone who doesn't need BMW emblem on bike the choice is obvious. Honda put AT in premium bikes first but almost immediately it was an option on a budget machines which was like saying to whole market "Look we are so sure about our new technology that we can put it in commuter bikes". Great respect. I doubt the problem with sales on new GS is due lack of automatic transmission, because previous GS didn't have such thing and was selling like crazy, especially if you think about the premium price tag. I am very curious about the reliability of this design, but we will need to wait few years to find out.

[@thomasdoe6768]

There is no problem with sales, lol. I waited 6 month for my bike, simply because they were not availeable ^^

[@wallacemjr]

@@thomasdoe6768 This is a sales problem lol. It could be that some people have opted for another brand because they didn't want to wait.

[@MHeadroom]

Too funny! As soon as you said electronic motor I thought” More expensive sh?t that will break down”…..and then you said exactly that. 🤣

[@robertscarisbrick7245]

Hi Smokey !! Sitting in my garage waiting for my new Africa Twin dct e/s to arrive !! Same colour as the one you’ve been riding 👍 Will be my first AT !! Since 2007 Iv had 4 bmw GSAs !! Single , and twin cam and then 2 watercooled bikes !! I have to say I enjoyed the earlier oil/air cooled bikes more . The very light controls and bmw fly by wire doesn’t do it for me anymore !! Thought I’d try a Honda and your recent reviews confirmed my feelings !! Think the dct adds another layer of enjoyment to the Honda were as it’ll just be another worry on the Beemer !! After a lot of Euro bikes I’m back riding Japanese !! For the money my 2020 T7 has been the best purchase every 👍 Love your reviews Smokey 💪👍😎

[@GillyBikes]

The DCT works well on the Honda’s. I’m sure many will buy this version of the GS. I can’t wait to try / review one myself. 👍

[@petrkarv]

I predict that most bikes will be some form of automatic within 5-10 years. Just like what happened to cars. About time. Love DCT.

[@icecorner87]

sad

[@Inhumase]

@@icecorner87 That's called evolution. I"m happy for that.

[@icecorner87]

@@Inhumase u are happy for stupid stuff

[@Inhumase]

@@icecorner87 so I assume you're still washing laundry in the creek

[@icecorner87]

@@Inhumase i still got that antique farming equipment, your Mom

[@pulluporshutup8115]

Fascinating tech and I guess it was inevitable that this comes. I can definitely see this get adapted quickly. As long as they can make it work reliable.

[@prakashlamani7832]

watching you video or the first time ,i should say that was fun

[@Art-kz6zf]

Awesome video! And as funny as ever, thank you! 😂 ASA looks like a fun rocket 😎

[@verdonrocksphotography3510]

love it, more manufacturers will catch the train shortly.... cheers V!

[@adammcdonagh915]

My biggest concern was if you did have a " serious failure/problem", the bike would be stuck in Park or in gear and you'd be unable to roll the bike out of harms way or tow it. But now I see that if you hit the "kill switch" the bike can be rolled. I knew BMW wouldn't let me down! Good Job Smokey! Another informative video... Thanks.

[@vladalexandru5861]

It can never be in park or stuck. On the Africa Twin DCT it automatically goes to neutral when you power down. You have a manual parking break lever.

[@joebogger4776]

Absolutely loved your ASA introduction. Informative and fun like always. Only thing I didn’t get is if the automatic back shifting changes in dynamic. Also I have to wait until someone tries ASA offroad.

[@yaseenmahammdi1036]

Really it's life changing

[@tarms1650]

Thanks Smokey, great video. Won’t comment on the automatic tranś until I ride one and since I’m not a famous KZbinr like you, that may take some time😂

[@KerryMurray-m8q]

I predict this will become a popular option for touring and commuting riders who don't ride off road.

[@kresimirmilisa5560]

Smokey this is very good bike from bmw😊

[@LMTUHPWATERJETTING]

More stuff that can break down. Mine automatic height control just broke down on mine 1300GS 😢

[@rkr6237]

Sorry to hear. How old is the bike?

[@GCTO239]

It will cause problems and break down on customer bikes. Mark my words on that. Just look at the 1300 GS's shitshow of a track record. 😂 In comparison DCT is perfection and never breaks. Clearly superior technology. Smokey, great job again. 🤙🏼

[@imnishar]

really loved the experience from the home screen...would go up for it prolly next year when its available

[@FenTour]

Need to try this myself, could be awesome. May be silly!! Great vid.

[@musamusa2961]

Thank You Almighty God I will buy one for myself

[@Ahtche]

I need that !! Perfect for Paris

[@DoggyDinnerTime]

Wunderlich sells a cup holder for the gsa which makes absolute sense now

[@johnmacdonald1878]

0ne of those things I didn't know I needed. I will probably stick with a regular clutch. For the time being maybe later on I might be interested.

[@charm_lvla]

I have a CRF1100 DCT. Can’t wait to check out BMW’s asa system on the GS.

[@kenricklabuca4096]

My new dream bike 😍

[@Craigmo900]

Great review! I'm impressed with the functionality. It seems like it could deal with an emergency stop while splitting lanes (California) without causing any jerky movements, and allow you to get right back on the throttle to carry on. But, is it worth the price? Hmm.... This is where I really appreciate electric vehicle performance. You can be buttery smooth accelerating & deceleration... Just need battery tech to catch up for range / recharge on m-cycles.

[@donkeek8107]

Hi Smokey, I am really really tempted to buy a GS with ASA. But I already have a 1300GS…… and I love it!! But ASA is an improvement I think (clutch on mine is a bit clunky in the 1-2 gears) Would have loved it if they offered this when they introduced the 1300. Maybe I will visit my local dealer 😇

[@jacobclaassens]

The wife would never know if you come back with the same colour bike but missing a clutch lever 🤫

[@DavidKD2050]

It was good to see an area that I am familiar with, nice surprise. (From Australia)

[@andrewtofts7884]

Just taken delivery of a 2025 Africa Twin DCT after 10 years of BMWs (1 RT, 1 GS and two GSAs); all brilliant bikes, but I prefer the ATAS DCT already.

[@Waldo1122]

The 2025 Africa Twin isn't even available yet...

[@andrewtofts7884]

@@Waldo1122 yes it is, I have one. Honda started issuing the 2025 models from the end of July.

[@gwwalter01]

That was fun!!😁

[@zigpozema9955]

Finally I love bmw ❤

[@jcrawford068]

Can't wait to get the GSA with ASA

[@albertoramirez8712]

Que locura de moto, saludos Smokey

[@drgeoffangel5422]

I tried a bike with an automatic clutch , if you like the sensation of your bike being out of control, when it changes on its own accord, coming into corners etc, then its for you. The only automatic engine is found in a true belt driven twist and go, they are smooth and brilliant! And due to friction in the system, just take your hand off the throttle and they will slow you down nice and gentle like!

[@ArceliGalo]

Subscribed..! Watching from Philippines👋

[@dancarlin5434]

The technology is intresting, personally i feel bmw should have left a standard clutch as a backup/option for different riding demands

[@StevieG-om6rp]

With the Voice, you were head on But for some reason, I keep coming back

[@taffy2wheels577]

Honda invented the DCT.. and touch screen. However I would like to have a go on this GS .

[@mg9955]

Yey better chances for us who dont know how to manual shift. I mean like a lot of us will want to buy now cause of these DUE advancements

[@-.-7356]

i dont really like asa but to be fair, i have never tried it but its for sure a great thing! especially for people with a handicap 👍

[@MichaelCoates]

Rode the 1300 for a week earlier this year. This addresses another problem for them. A very clunky quick shifter which struggled at highway rpms. Shame they haven't improved the shift cam as well

[@ShiftingWithFerre]

Very interesting! This is something very cool!

[@sriharshapolisetty3761]

Imagine, if you rev it to enjoy the sound 😅. Path to heaven🤪😂

[@greengreenie55]

In general electronics is advancing fast and becoming reliable BUT when/if it goes wrong it is a bugger to fix. I've always driven automatic cars and the modern elctronically control boxes are reliable. I've only just got my first quick shifter and keep using the clutch, doh! but I'll learn. Will I get an auto bike, not sure. Good video, review and more craziness.

[@zxchselv420]

At first I thought the r1300 looked so ugly but I was sure about one thing. That the riding characteristics would be amazing on it compared to the r1200/r1250 and mannnn was I right... The bikes riding feel is amazing! And after riding it the looks is kinda sinking in and I like it! Stoked to buy the r1300 GSA next year!

[@TICOBIKE]

It's the future of all motorcycles. Automatic transmission

[@cybertalker]

yessss! BMW is king again :)

[@windinthewillows6248]

To be fair to Honda, they started this game and have persisted to a point where dct is very good. I think the other manufacturers have finally come round to the concept, but obviously they have learnt from Honda’s experience and refined their take on what they think is best. Time will tell, but I expect it’s more legislation and emissions driven.

[@markgr1nyer]

Can't wait for it to make it on to the RT. I use my RT for slow speed marshalling and balancing the clutch at walking pace for 2 or 3 hours is a pain in the rear

[@LifeofSmokey]

You will love it!

[@markgr1nyer]

@@LifeofSmokey I already have a NC750 with DCT so I know I will. I have an RT for the marshalling and NC for work. Would rather have an RT that does both

[@wojteksienkiewicz_s3rd]

what I like is that there is another option. So if someone wants it, now they have it :) I don't need it, but I'm sure there are people who breathed a sigh of relief that they can have automatic gear change and GS.

[@kristijankovacevic9657]

A New rival for max scooters

[@2WheelsGood-sui]

Just perfect! 🔥

[@pietrod5574]

I mean, realistically in the new 1300 one would use the clutch only to go from 1st to 2nd, all other gears can be managed with the pedal shift. So, this system makes sense.

[@marcusortelius8375]

What is missed about my DCT bike was that you couldn't just give it a little rev without the bike going forward. Switched it for a GS. If I go for a 1300, it will be with a clutch.

[@Amarnath2k2]

What about neutral, 😅

[@nickmartinSFX]

Beautiful looking bike but the complex automatic electronics puts me off. And apart from it going wrong I'd rather have control and trust myself, over some electronic sensors with my life.. For instance, what do you do if the engine seizes and the back wheel locks up if you can't pull the clutch in to roll away from the skid? You fall off is what you do. I was alongside my brother as his engine seized while he was on a bike on motorway with a juggernaut less than 10 metres behind him at 110kmh. If he hadn't been able to pull in his clutch immediately he would have gone under the truck and perished in that moment. I'll never buy a bike that doesn't have a clutch. p.s. if you're reading this Joe, love ya bro :)

[@ChuckMahon]

That top-case is nice looking! Is that OEM?

[@LifeofSmokey]

Yeah but they fly off so not available anymore 😅🙈

[@DanikPico]

I want to see how is it in offroad and if its possible do wheelie on dirt 🤔 I like it at first glance 🤩

[@motolover5697]

why wouldn't it be possible?

[@Sonu-zz2rx]

It is just a perfect 😌😌😌😌

[@jaytwix2]

auto clutch makes riding much easier just like in cars but its better to gain the skills first even if u dont use it for those starting to do motorcycling sport

[@charliebaker3389]

This is like the AT dct but with another 45 hp, choice made.

[@philipposkrizopoulos6597]

... and 40% + price

[@rodneyharwood5428]

hey Smokey like to see it off road in some technical sections at slow speed please

[@meggriffith4412]

Very interesting. You don’t have an all male audience, BTW Woman rider with 2023 R1250 GS here 🧡

[@LifeofSmokey]

The stats say 97% male , happy to talk to my 3% 😁🙏

[@TheIansp997]

Life changer 🎉

[@lesliewarren2920]

Will it wheelie properly Smokey? We need to know!

[@spkuse]

I traded my 2018 Goldwing DCT for my 2023 GSA. No regrets at all. I loved the DCT. It's absolutely flawless. Yeah, it took me some time to get used to a clutch again. This is my first hearing about the ASA. I'm not sure it will be as reliable as the DCT, though. Only time will tell. No way would I trade my GSA for a new ASA. Honda has many years invested in their DCT technology and have ironed out the bugs. Ever since I've ridden a DCT I have said in the back of my mind that other brands will follow suit with their own versions.

[@joshrandall5297]

TC is in the Settings Menu under Assist.

[@j.m.3666]

Do you think the ASA system will be incorporated into models like the F800GS or will it only be used with boxer engines? It would be very interesting if it were incorporated into almost the entire range.

[@LifeofSmokey]

Think they will use it on all models in the future 😊

[@j.m.3666]

@@LifeofSmokey When we talk about the future, how far ahead are we? I would like to buy the F800GS right now. That's why I have a question. Thanks for your answer.

[@carloalbertoranzani8041]

6:58 “if you’re riding a motorcycle in town it gets hot and you have to use the clutch all the time” Just wheelie in the face of oncoming pedestrians on the sidewalk like the rest of us, tsk! It’s like bowling, but the pins are soft - Seriously nice review ;) perfect bike for the Pope (TM)

[@capobiancg]

Smokey, Does it have reverse? I'd like it more in an RT version. Thanks. -Glen

[@gerryryan2302]

damn BMW you just killed me , i’ve only just bought a 1300 ..and now i want the ASA …

[@kemalgunbas]

Me too 😂😂😂

[@thomasdoe6768]

@@kemalgunbas same here :D

[@tatmandu1722]

Same.

[@Fatcatztravel1250]

Sly move by BMW, again, never buy when a model is first launched. Give it a year, sort out problems, and always changes/improvements are made.

[@kemalgunbas]

@@Fatcatztravel1250 let’s solve problems together 😄😄😄

[@kabayanadventuretv7081]

Bmw have upgraded motorcycle bigbike, first in have a clutch,now it is in automatic gear,now may be in the future bmw made a self balancing motorcycle bike bike,like a japanese made Honda or kawasaki,its very nice,very awesome,when you see it or you search it may be you like it,but not in the market now.

[@TheHooverit]

I like the idea might consider it when I need replacement

[@alfandaniyoga3194]

It looks like AMT, you just shift the gear and system will control the clutch. Correct me if im wrong ✌️

[@glexu6431]

It's a pity that they didn't introduce right away with the start of production of GS1300 only after almost a year. In my case, 2 weeks after receiving the motorcycle from the dealer went into the world information about the AGX. I would have bought for sure if there had been such an option then