BMW R80 G/S vs. R1200GS: Riding the Original ADV | ON TWO WHEELS

We’ve asserted that if we were told we were going on a road trip tomorrow-with no info on where we were headed or for how long-the bike we’d choose for that mystery adventure would be a BMW GS. The R1200GS is as versatile as a Swiss army knife and has had a major impact on motorcycling. What effect has it had, how did it all begin, and how big is the GS now? We explore those ideas and the genesis of the GS in this episode of On Two Wheels.
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We’ve said in the past that if we were set to take a road trip starting tomorrow-with no info on where we were headed or for how long-the bike we’d choose for that mystery adventure would be a BMW GS. It might be heavy, and expensive, but it’s also the closest thing to a Swiss Army knife on two wheels that we’ve ever ridden. It is an insanely competent and tremendously rewarding motorcycle to ride, whether you’re engaging cruise control and adjusting the windscreen on the freeway or slicing through the woods and picking it up off the crash bars. It is an awesome machine.
Riding the R80, the original G/S, alongside the new R1200GS gave Ari and Zack a chance to see just how related the two are, as well as soak up some of motorcycling history. Special thanks to collector Hing Yeung, a Southern California resident, who loaned us his 1981 R80. His passion for the G/S runs so deep that he not only let us ride his original GS but let Ari and Zack jump it through an OHV park and skip down dirt roads at speed. Seeing the R80 in action made everyone on staff smile and we hope that you, the internet, enjoyed it too!
When BMW rebuilt the GS for the model year 2013-with a new, water-cooled engine and countless refinements-it handily won our Motorcycle Of The Year award. Being BMW’s flagship model, the GS is typically on the cutting edge of technological advancements, which the current model has en masse; from electronically adjustable suspension to terrific off-road traction control and ABS. It has been the clear leader since we first rode the “water-boxer” in January of 2013.
We tested it against the KTM 1290 Super Adventure (another terrific bike) in a tour across California, where the BMW impressed us with how well balanced and versatile it is, even against the KTM's stellar competition. For that story, you can read the article or watch our episode of On Two Wheels.
In 2015 it went on to win “Best ADV Bike” in our MOTY awards, as well as countless other awards from other publications.
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[@WRXXXual]

@ 2:57 Holy freaking skid stop, Batman! Respect.

[@whit3strat]

+WRXXXual That seemed so close to the R80. I need some more practice I think.

[@vinclario3604]

Was thinking the exact same thing! Except for the "Batman" part. Ballsy as hell.

[@plve82]

that's exactly what I was thinking, holy shit! He made that look easy!

[@alpine7994]

agreed - I'd be pickin my 600 pound bike up (again).

[@submissions72]

Zack is as good of a rider you're going to find, watch his goldwing Mc commute as he slips the back of that beast. Never ever seen that.

[@naveengopinath]

Holy cow. Zack knows how to handle that beast. Damn Ari.... He's totally one upped you in this episode.

[@fmacdonald3559]

I rode a 80 g/s from Nepal to Scotland and loved it enough to give it a name :) great video

[@shoakman]

Sounds like an epic adventure. Did you make a video?

[@prafulltiwari216]

@@shoakman Well more than 60% of people who have conquered most kilometres of adventure touring don't record their tour

[@jbrucksnc]

What was the name?

[@fmacdonald3559]

@@jbrucksnc Bertie the Beemer :)

[@fmacdonald3559]

@@prafulltiwari216 @shoakman I do need to check comments :) No video, was in 2000 so long before people did that.

[@jamiepurvis7985]

I have my original BMW R80GS 1983 model still today,rode 2 times around most of Europe. London to Perth (AUS) up to Broom ,down to the bottom of WA to Albany up across the Nullarbore to Adelaide, up to Alice,back to Adelaide then across to Melbourne and finally hm to Brisbane.My bike was named Warthog by my late cuz Rolando, it has never missed a beat.We have been up to the Daintree and Cape Tribulation and back to Brisbane. Roll rode a ktm 990 I rode the BMW,it still perrs along at 110-125 k,s. It still pisses on most other bikes, and is over 30 years old. I would love to buy the the new 2016-7. Keep up the good wk BMW

[@Roger_Ramjet]

Awesome

[@pappy9473]

Recently bought a BMW R80 G/S 1981, near pristine condition, first registered on my birthday (I was 19).

[@gordonhowell9701]

I had a 1982 GS - greatest bike ever. In 1985 took it on a 7000 mile journey from LA to Alaska, Yukon and Canadian Northwest Territories, doing a little over 5000 of these miles on gravel or worse (tundra is a lot of fun...). It’s performance was insane. Never blew a tire, got through sand rocks, tundra, insane rain and even some ice, not to mention the rough roads, timber tracks and the lot. Driving the Dempster Highway north out of Whitehorse Yukon, sharing the road with nothing but Caribou and huge 18wheelers - forcing you totally off the “road” when one came at you, showed time and again what an amazing piece of machinery this was. On my return to Yukon (450 miles each way, one fuel station) I pulled into a popular bar. Guy saw me pull up totally covered in mud & dust and asked how many flat tires I had had. When I said none, he called me a liar; but still brought me inside, introduced me to friends, bought a much needed beer, and everyone came out to check the amazing bike that no one had ever heard of. So many stories of this bike, I am in tears remembering it. An interesting postscript occurred about 10 years ago. I was sitting at a dinner table with customers (I run a top tour agency specialising in motogp, Isle of Man and other motorcycle events) and the question came up for each person to name what they thought was the most influential motorcycle of all time. When it came to me, I said the BMW R80 G/S and the whole table burst out in laughter. “When has BMW ever produced anything noteworthy?”. Only just the biggest selling model and style copied by all major manufacturers today... I still own a BMW - it is a 1982 R80. (Sadly sold the GS when I moved from California to Europe ) and yes, it too lived up to the poster on the wall of Brown Motor Works in Pomona California where I bought it: “If you want to be happy for a day, get drunk. If you want to be happy for a year, get married. If you want to be happy for the rest of your life, buy a BMW.” Many drunks, two wives and one motorcycle later I am now 60. And as soon as this bloody pandemic ends, I am back on the road! (And maybe off it with another g/s!) Thanks so much for this video!

[@caiden915x]

More I watch you guys, the more I like your videos. You guys are like the Motorcycle show of the original Top Gear.

[@LagrandHogan]

Guy riding GS stopped to help me once when my clutch cable broke on my KTM... Nice guy

[@channelname57]

I think this is the best part of the whole thing. Apart from the video, we should applaud the dude.

[@pappy9473]

I got rescued in the middle of Wales UK with a blown gasket (Honda 1979 XL250s) and my jeans saturated in engine oil. Two BMWs pulled up, led us to forest house (slowly). Stayed two nights. Guy replaced gasket. Caught ferry to Ireland. Toured. Smiles all round! Recently bought a BMW R80 G/S 1981, near pristine condition, first registered on my birthday (I was 19) and an Honda XL 500s (same old gasket sh**) but a lovely bike too.

[@RidingWithTom]

Love the GS, it might be big and expensive but there is something satisfying about taking something so nice and comfy offroad

[@longvu8132]

hi Tom !

[@fritzkuhne2055]

I KNEW to find you here :D

[@MrPysas]

You should buy one Tom 😜

[@tylerbennett9794]

The front headlight also looks like a penis

[@hariharanb785]

2:55 . Real close guys. Real close

[@ropehnd]

I wonder if they got that on the first take haha

[@hariharanb785]

BrennMan I too wondered about that.

[@4theriders]

+BrennMan prolly. i've seen these guys ride in person many many mannnny miles. they both got the skillz!

[@turbo311]

I thought the same thing. Impressive!

[@jonfindlay7838]

+seppes I've also seen their outtakes many times lol They do have the skillz but no one is perfect :P

[@ho560402]

I'm subscribed to a lot of automotive/motorcycle channels but you guys are the only one that consistently put a smile on my face with how much fun y'all are having! Keep up the great work!

[@vagabrothers]

Well done dudes! Loved this GS recap! As a new f800gs owner, definitely excited to see where it will take me. Love the show!

[@axelmureichen9068]

Du kommst überall hin 😊 fahre die F800gs seit 55000 km alles top keine Ausfälle 👍

[@abangwiguna]

Man, BMW R series was love at first sight. I bought my R90/6 three years a go and I never stop riding it. It is so reliable and never let me down. 🏍💨💨

[@alhassanait1749]

Wow ! R90/6 very old . If you find easy the changing parts , then no problem !

[@TheBladewheels]

Bought a GS in '88 when they first went to 1000cc; loved it, got lotsa weird looks from passerby, rode it for 20 years.

[@coenvanwinkelhoff2070]

9:25 "Making things hard, making things impossible." I would have expected that man to say something nice about the bike given to him!

[@aikidotherapy]

Hi, I bought the original R 80 GS from Janet Maddock of Maddock Motorcycles (Ireland) back in 1981. At that time I owned the Honda CB 750 and the Yamaha DT 175. I traded them both in for the R80. Best move I ever made. I felt that there was no better set-up for dealing with our potholed riddled country roads. I now own the original GS Adventure and have done so for 12 years. I do not have the ridding skills to take it off-road but I have now spent over forty five years biking and I would never change from the GS models.

[@davidfalgout7304]

Smart Man!

[@ivanuys3866]

Awesome guys!!! I'm fortunate enough to own a 1983 R80 GS. I'ts got a few battle scars but boy does it stil bring joy!! So lovely to tear up some South African dirt whenever I have a bit of time. Thanks for a graet video

[@atadbitnefarious1387]

Dat power slide doe.

[@methamphetasaur]

9:25 "Making things impossible, making things hard, that's what the G/S is all about" 😂

[@EDUARDOJIMENEZ-re3fo]

Such a really good test... As always guys! I think that this is one of my favorites episodes, with enough technical data and good humor sense! regards from Mexico!

[@HoosierBearcat25]

Hands down, the best two moto-journalists on KZbin. Love your content fellas, keep it coming!

[@MLGP]

i have an r80 g/s and guys, what you do with those bike is really incredible, awesome skills! thanks enjoyed watchin

[@stephenbienvenu4810]

I have to agree with some of the earlier comments. I really look forward to your new material and thoroughly enjoy what you guys do. I always have a smile on my face when watching.... Keep up the good work.

[@jakecroft7408]

I swear you guys are the best moto source around. The daily commutes, on 2 wheels, and Ari's tech how this and that works stuff are just the complete package.

[@Seelingfahne]

I have to say that your videos have gotten so darn good! Theyre funny, packed with insightful commentary and really well shot, the whole package! Thanks for this one, always looking out for more great content.

[@Cristian8767]

God damn it this dudes are having the time of their life! And they ride so well, and are such good riders, they make it look like they are on bicycles. All the best!

[@maggiejenkins]

I can't get enough of these two boys! Been binge watching them all night! Don't have a bike but I sure feel like I've been riding all day. Bravo boys!

[@VeeFour]

this is a really entertaining channel, love it.

[@waggaBart]

I am on board my 12th BMW and my 4th GS. A 2014 R1200GS LC. I love the versatility and the comfort as leaning forward onto my wrists is not at all comfortable any more at 62 yrs of age. Unfortunately I don't get off road much but doing a 2 day BMW ADV rider course gave me a lot more confidence on what my bike will do. I love my GS

[@Boxer1250RT]

I am one of those Starbucks Sunday riders through the 2 lane VA backroads. Absolutely amazing how this beast handles and how comfortable it is. Besides, It is always fun to see the reactions of the Harley riders - they think they got big ones until they see this one ;) Great Video!!!

[@ScottishGarage]

That was one of the best videos on the GS I have seen. Great job guys! Love the shots off of Ortega!

[@505197]

I have an R/100/GS, It has 133,000 miles on it now, and it's still my favorite BMW. It's unmatched for comfort, it's large and roomy, 60 hp is enough to get you anywhere you want to go. It handles on the twistys wonderfully. I have three other BMW motorcycles, a K1200LT, A K1200RS, and an R1100R, none of them can touch it in the handling dept. It's weird, you'd think that tall bike would be awkward, but it handles like a dream.

[@johnbaum3712]

Great video. Just took my 2013 GS from Thousand Oaks to/through Imperial valley. Camped and hit several trails around Mt Laguna. I love that I can pull a 400 mile day on the road, ride moderately difficult jeep trails with my gear, then hop back on the pavement and set the cruise to 90 mph for the ride home. Now if only some could make my knobbies last a little longer......

[@maxmmpower]

as a long time street rider new to the adv world, this is a great video - thanks for the angle and passion for all things moto.

[@martinblizard1882]

I have a 1981 R80 G/S and it is my preferred bike for long distance, IE 1.500 mile including 500 Mike days. AND it is the ultimate Get You Home machine.

[@armweak13]

Best On Two Wheels yet, great vid :)

[@willowglenn]

Fantastic piece guys. The cerebral and sentimental aspects only add to your technical feedback. Thanks for informing and moving me.

[@DJMotoVlogs]

Very entertaining and information video guys! Really enjoyed and loved the coffee shop part...well, because its true!

[@luk8245]

One of the best motorcycle relations I have ever seen. was a pleasure to watch I must say as a huge GS fan

[@stevebiron3036]

Your best work yet Zack and Ari ! You are getting very good at this video thang, well done. Owned 3 of them and "get it".

[@chanakpugkaing]

That was incredibly well done guys. Good job!

[@truthseeker2587]

These two guys have great chemistry for reviews and excellent riding skills

[@Ts_Evildroid]

Totally Epic Adventure! I live for Dual Sport & ADV bikes. That's why I have one of each.

[@whattheblp6148]

How the hell does this channel not have far more subs. Other magazines and bike media sources don't even have half the production and entertainment value of this channel. I don't really have any interest in ADV bikes but happily watched this from start to finish.

[@CaptHollister]

I still have that issue of Motorcyclist magazine. My own GS was a '93 R100GS. It was my dream bike. It was also the biggest let down of my 37 years (and counting) riding career. The chrome started peeling on one of the headers within weeks. The speedometer packed it in at 15000km. And then the biggie: those air-cooled 100GSs had a major design flaw that few people ever discuss: when BMW fitted them with long-travel suspension, the driveshaft ended-up exiting the gearbox at an angle that constantly put stress on the gearbox output bearing. Mine let go at 50000km with the bike out of warranty. The bearing seized, the gearbox output shaft sheared. Result: one destroyed BMW gearbox. One very expensive repair bill, later I was happy to sell it on, never to buy another Beemer.

[@shawnbrown557]

Great vid. It is because of people like you, and videos like that that I made the change to the 1200GS and attend events like MMM. This bike and this style is great at everything it does. The perfect daily rider on top of that. Thanks!

[@sarthakghimire3516]

You guys are awesome. Watching this full for the second time.

[@rmabgoi]

I must say, i love this channel, and i even don't own a bike ! Well, i owned a Vespa, then a Yamaha DT LC 125 ypvs, then a Yamaha TDR 250 ypvs...since 1989 to 1998. Now, with 44 ya, my goal is the BMW R Nine T, and this channel is so usefull, there are lot's of things about motorcycles i forgot ! Thank you for your expertise and objective way of putting things. Cheers from Portugal.

[@Joos2000]

I can't press like enough times to express how I feel about this video. Good work guys, you are truly the Top Gear of motorcycles. I hope someone comes along and increases your budget.

[@ronicard]

Just found your channel yesterday. Already hooked. Keep up the nice work. Great videos!

[@Longstride]

I’m so glad I found this! Best thing I’ve watched for a long while, you had me laughing all the way! Also great to see how well that old GS RODE!!!!

[@1001013]

What a brilliant video. Entertaining and informative and very well produced. Thanks

[@jamesturner6183]

I only have an 93 ex500 at this time, however the fact that the only gripes about adv bikes are the limitations they have, I feel like my enjoyment of this bike would not be hindered by said limitations as I am not going to be so skilled that those limitations would ever really be an issue. Thank you for making this video.

[@stellarpod]

Excellent segment. Thanks, guys!

[@BoycottChinaa]

At 13, learned to ride offroad on a 1980 R65 BMW I'd sneak out of dad's garage to play in the sand along the Rio Grande. Watched the Dakar rally a few years later and bought my first bike in 2003.. The R1150GS ADV. It was a year used and had some scratches, but also had touratech panniers already on. Loved it dearly and still have it today, after some great trips, been using it as a utility on a farm and occasional rides to town. I have 1991 and a 2005 regular GS as well, but nothing brings me joy like that 02 ADV. I think the segment was most boosted by the 2004 Ewan McGregor Long Way Round, since no one I met recognized the option before that show was released. Then other manufacturers were jumping in (KTM got the recognition as deserved, but wow they missed the boat turning those guys down).

[@WarrensAdventures]

I just got my first ADV bike a few weeks ago, a 2013 BMW1200 GSA 90th anniversary edition, and so far have only commuted to work on it, I cant wait for my first adventure, I think eventually I want to do the trans american trail on it! So far I love it! Great bike, I come from primarily sportbikes, and then SuperMoto, and now ADV, this is one great bike and I hope I can find some epic adventures soon!

[@LueXiong10]

This channel needs more views! Awesome work and great humour.

[@fluffycat087]

Nice vid, rode one in the day. Prefered my XT600 Tenere, still got it.

[@BrettWae]

Excellent video!! Start to finish never a dull moment!

[@johnb2649]

Rode an R100GSPD for near 4 years. Criss-crossed the USA more times than I can remember. Closing in on a 100k miles. Wadded it up on an obscure county road in east Missouri. Tank slapper and an unceremonious get-off. On and on, anon

[@Mithrandir4444]

Wow, guys .... you did a great, an awesome job with that video ... double thumbs up brothers. Personally I own a 1982 R80G/S which was owned through all the years by a pretty well known German oldschool Playboy what makes this bike even more special to me, and you won’t believe, I already had an offer of 20 Grands in € for it. But I am not selling it. Way too many memories plus I am not the type of guy selling that sort of stuff in general, what became a special part of my life. I still use the bike and I must say, that it does it’s job perfectly and you are still holding a bike cuz of which people stop by just to watch it, talking with you, even on motorbike hotspots where all the greatest bike get together, so I can say that this bike never lost it’s Charme neither the interest of the crowd. Looking back to the 80ies when it was released, I was one of those who really disliked the bike. Maybe it was mainly because I couldn’t afford it and of course the weight was what underpinned my aversion. In Germany that Modell had a nickname pretty much founded way back in the 50ies called “Gummikuh” which means rubber cow. The founder of that nickname was Ernst Leverkus, who based that on his experience during a test drive due to to lifting of the rear suspension, caused by the cardan shaft drive in connection with the rear swing arm. He compared that to cows, because cows normally stand up with their rear part first. Technically this was called the “elevator-effect”. At present I am having the idea of purchasing an R 1150 G/S of a friend. Let’s see how that ends, but then I could enjoy the fun of both bikes. Thanks again for your outstanding great video probably I will make a video of my 1982 Modell and release it on my channel. If this comes true, I will let you know. Best Regards Dee from Germany

[@clairebannister4749]

great commentary and superb riding skills. Nice work.

[@sonikarc]

Fantastic video guys, would love to see more footage from the GS Trophy, looks amazing.

[@rakeshgiri5392]

Hey guys, well presented . personally i own GS adv 2016 just been 5 months so i will looking forward from you guys more reviews to come. Keep it up.

[@AvidEnduro]

You guys and Fortnine are putting out the best motorcycle vids right now period. Keep up the good work

[@jasonw8325]

"Ha, bolt up a couple more 6-8 foglights..." You guys are great!

[@Peeohtrek]

Love you guys. Best reviews ever. Especially the Scrambler comparison. I also got my f800gsa based on Zack's review.... well, not totally, but it helped.

[@johnroberts6836]

Keep up the great work guys, if you can call it work that is. This little history lesson was great to watch.

[@PoserMatRacer]

You guys do the best reviews! Keep it up!

[@Revan89]

I loooove On Two Wheels! Always makes me happy see guys banter and fool around like grown ass kids.

[@JohnnyWooh]

Amazing episode, guys. Top work!

[@hangten111]

Thanks so much! Great video. I took a GS around AK great on and off the highway.

[@rustlecroak2621]

A few years ago my brother and I did a 10k mile trip from Vancouver Island to Alaska. I was on an '89 GS and he was on an '05 GS. It was a fantastic trip. One notable difference was he got better gas mileage but I had greater range.

[@mohannair]

great video guys. top notch riding good banter couldn't ask for more.

[@grantholmes5661]

I will say, as an owner of a sport bike and a dirt bike, I used to bash on the ADV's before. Over the past few months i have been watching all of your videos and surprisingly I have gained an appreciation for ADV's. Though it's not in the budget right now, eventually I would love to buy one. They are very versatile bikes that can quite a bit. Of course my CBR will tear up a canyon better and of course my CRF will rip up the dirt better, but the thing is ADV's can go off and explore both, still have fun, and seem much more comfortable over long hours in the saddle. Thumbs up.

[@Goosefraba100]

you guys have the best thing going on youtube. i watch every video with a smile.

[@4theriders]

BEST EPISODE TO DATE! i loved this one! thanks guys! keep up the amazing work!

[@4theriders]

+Ari Henning Roger that! :)

[@robevans3980]

Great presentation, great story. This is what motorcycle journalism is. Fantastic job Motorcyclist group.

[@iRidez650]

Awesome video guys! Wish they were more frequent!

[@davehoagland8869]

Great story here. I have been riding the original oilhead R1100 GS since 1995 and plan on keeping that bike for life, it's got everything you need and nothing you don't. I am now 62 and it's a good thing I lift weights because you need it for ground handling with this beast, it's tall and it's top heavy but it is so very nimble once you get rolling. The suspension is wonderfully stable (with Ohlins upgrades) and the engine braking is tremendous, two things that are lacking in the R1200 although that bike is much more refined and smooth feeling. I recently relocated to southern Arizona and this bike is in it's ideal element on the many graded dirt and gravel roads throughout the area.

[@chopperz127]

Just stumbled on this cool vid. Gave up Harleys a few years back and have a 17' GS adventure that I love and am confident that it is the best all around motorcycle on the planet. Hands down. Harley doesn't even exist to me anymore.

[@davidfalgout7304]

Smart Man! Well done!

[@michaelmorley331]

Nice video...entertaining and informative. My first adv was a 1990 honda transalpfollowed by 3 yam tdm 850 on which I rode 100,000 mes each, then the triumph 955i tiger, now I'm going back to future by converting my BMW R100RT to gs spec! Wish me luck...keep up the great work

[@gavinanderson3693]

Well done lads. I'm a '85 R80gs owner. I love my bike. Probably the best tourer for Australia.

[@prashanthprakash554]

Awesome insight, love the channel! Kudos!

[@tutkeraly3]

This was f*ckin' awesome. Unbelieveable video. Great editing. Even greater adventure. Thank you guys for showing/doing this.

[@mikkelharving256]

great video guys! btw what jackets are you wearing? cheers

[@menzekwint4472]

This one makes me proud to own and old GS!

[@ashleymaldonado9618]

New Rider here and got a f650gs as my first bike & i love it! can't wait to better myself until i can ride on of the 1200 gs babes! & you guys are great!

[@sickunit2096]

I hauled all my clothing etc and a bicycle on a custom bike rack with my 1200GS from PA to GA then rode thru Deals Gap on my way back to PA. The GS out of 30 bikes Ive owned now, was absolutely amazing. People always ponder what bike they’d have if they could only pick one.. well that’s the GS for me.

[@CaliforniaDualSportRiders]

Great video... the GS Trophy event looked insane!

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Ari is a hoot. You both have some serious riding skills and you have fun while doing these videos. Good stuff Maynard.

[@jorgensen8]

Really glad you guys are enjoying going off road on a bike. Riding bikes 50 years here but would rather walk in the woods with camera in hand.

[@gripitandripittv]

You guys are killing it with these videos! Great work and solid reviews. Concise and entertaining without any junk. This was awesome. Now where are you at with the video we discussed about track day trailer rigs and how to track a bike at different budgets? Do it.

[@gripitandripittv]

+Zack Courts Your dad is a smart man. Would love to help you guys out if you ever need another eye behind a camera or help in post. Keep up the great work.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Great video gents and learned a lot about the DNA of my favourite motorcycle! ...I do think you are both too young to be messing about on GS's though ;0) Is it true that the bike doesn't have an "old man" image in the US? ...it sure does here in the UK - but then I am (almost) an old man myself....keep up the good work you guys, awesome! (I love the way you fella's speak, hilarious).....

[@tremulant2388]

+TheMissendenFlyer It does carry that stigma in the US, as well, albeit not as strongly as in the UK. Harley's are more typically associated with older riders. By the way, big fan of your videos!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

+Jorge Sotolongo Cheers Jorge!

[@aaronespinoza5806]

it kinda does here in the U.S. but we're here to enjoy life brother. ride whatever you like and if anybody ask you anything just tell them at least you're riding and that's the important thing. have a good one

[@BFD15i]

Why are they too young to mess around on a GS? I bought my first GS when I was 29, now I'm 32 and I'm still loving it. For me, there's no such thing as an "old mans bike". It all depends on what you want to do with a bike.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...it was a joke....

[@petar-boshnakov]

That was soo awesooomeeee!! Thank you guys!

[@lorenzogarcia8295]

You guys are awesome! You have the best chemistry i have ever seen in a show. Best duo ever! Keep it up!!!😎👍🏻👍🏻

[@raulpompa9173]

loved the video! do more new vs. old comparos!

[@markchenbiz]

Had one. Lot's of fun and adventure. I wasn't much good off road, but it would go where ever I pointed it. Just for fun, ride with the single Krauser bag with a watermelon in it. Interesting balance! Best small mods: Shoei FM-2 mini fairing and San Jose BMW upper triple clamp. Weirdest thing: going through a big dip with a passenger on board and feeling the monolever twist/untwist and rock the bike side to side.

[@RaunakDave]

Fabulous coverage guys! keep it up!

[@kuladeeluxe]

Great closing comments. That Thai section looks like a blast.

[@rautenflechter]

Great guys, great bikes, great comments. Fun watching.