BMW R1250RS First Ride of this Sport Touring BEAST!!

[@chilangoson]

A r1250r is the same as the rs with out the bodywork and extra weight. I added to mine (an r1200r) a steering bar riser and a taller windshield. And it cost less money with compatibility electronics.

[@ADVBrett]

I’ve been very keen to take the R for a test ride, that also might sway me as well!

[@Chalky29]

Had the 1200 RS for 7 years and loved it the whole time. I’ve sold it and ordered in the 1250 RS 2023 model. Just waiting on it to be ready. Can’t wait

[@NYCZ31]

Bought the R1200GS in 2018. Rode it 18,000 miles in two years. But I never went off-road and wanted something sportier. Traded it in for a 2020 1250RS. Very pleased with it so far. The TFT is brilliant and fixes the major shortcoming of the previous gen of RS

[@mikewatson361]

Just ordered my new bike 🏍 R1250RS Exclusive with all the packs 👍👍

[@ADVBrett]

Oh I’m very envious!!! Hope you do some video of the delivery and first rides!!

[@gammaraytube]

I have a 2017 1200RS. Best bike I have had. Toured on it with pleasure. Did a 1200 km trip last summer. Did really well fully loaded. Does the corners like no one’s business. I have 25,000 km on it. No issues. I am 6 foot 4. Have the HP pegs. No problem for comfort. Great riding position. Hope you get her. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[@ADVBrett]

Makes me even more keen to do a second test ride!!

[@cmbiker8147]

Hi Brett, I rode the 1200 RS about a year ago and thought it was a great bike. The new engine must really be the icing on the cake. I’d definitely consider it for my next bike. Look forward to more content. Take care.

[@ADVBrett]

You'll love the 1250 mate, I was thoroughly impressed!!

[@240fxst]

I love the bike! Your Aussie accent is pleasant to hear as well. Great review mate! Thanks.

[@ADVBrett]

Awesome mate, huge thanks!! Certainly more to come very soon!

[@jacquesm7678]

I rode the 2018 R1200RS for 7 days in the Alps...unbelievably good bike... I HAVE to buy the R1250RS!! Thanks for the great, honest review

[@ADVBrett]

See riding in the Alps, that's just teasing!! I hope you recorded it!!

[@jacquesm7678]

@@ADVBrett I did record some of the days.. will try and edit some and share

[@ADVBrett]

@@jacquesm7678 Awesome, would love to see that!

[@brettdonaldson1584]

Hi Brett I'm enjoying your channel and the content, the BMW R 1250 RS is on my radar in the next 12 months as well, also another bike that may be worth considering and taking for a ride is the new 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX which is getting some good reviews, and also substantially cheaper as well.

[@ADVBrett]

Not sure if I could go down the Kwaka path. Every one of them I’ve ridden in the past I wasn’t a huge fan but since you mentioned it, I might give it some consideration!

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

BMW is by far Master of motorcycle dynamics. Handling and performance of all Beemer bikes is more than good or great.. it's unreal.

[@ADVBrett]

Couldn't agree more!

[@OZZIEMV]

Tossing up between the RT and RS. The size of the RT is its only weak point, I like to filter and not being able to, makes the RS so much more desirable. Great vid, thanks Brett, from the other side of Oz. ;)

[@ADVBrett]

Stirling Davison welcome as always! I was looking at the RT but reckon the RS would just satisfy that smile more!! Looking forward is seeing which way you go!

[@Malyjurek]

Brett I liked the bike so much I have bought the 2020 version

[@ADVBrett]

When do you take delivery? I’m a little envious!!

[@nickthequick]

I am test riding tomorrow, the first day out of Covid lock-down, but I already know I am getting it. Now I am just worried about how long it will take to deliver. I used to ride the Bandit 1250 (100.000 km) and I never found another bike that could match its engine, but I am sure the R 1250 RS does, and then some ...

[@ADVBrett]

Oh you’re going to love that test ride!!

[@nickthequick]

@@ADVBrett I rode it, and I liked it. I only did some inner city riding so I didn't get to test it full out. But I have to say, it comes nowhere near the silky smooth engine of the Bandit 1250. I guess a boxer never will ...

[@ADVBrett]

Yup, but that’s just how the boxer is I think. I need to do another test ride still. In due course!

[@georgewatt354]

I bought one last August and went on a tour to France from the UK and it was total bliss on this bike, as you say great for touring but when you want to put the boot down and shift, my god it moves and that quick shifter makes it so smooth. Love it and just added Akrapovic black silencer to make it even more sportier.

[@ADVBrett]

Oh I bet it does!! I didn't get the chance to really open her up and that's why I'm really keen to do another ride with another company so I can really give her a good run. I just found her perfect. That Akrapovic must sounds amazing on her too!!

[@georgewatt354]

Brett Campany. it was the finishing touch for me and it just took the bike to the ultimate level for me.👍

[@ADVBrett]

Yup, I’ll be following suit not too soon!!

[@georgewatt354]

Brett Campany you won’t regret it👍

[@ADVBrett]

Quick question George, does it have any chargers for phone / gps recharging?

[@mototakahe836]

Two pals in UK have the RS and swear by them.

[@ADVBrett]

Very impressive bike, I thoroughly enjoyed the ride!

[@SpitfirePT]

nice ride.

[@LuBiBochum]

I own the RS 2020, it´s a phenomenal bike. I agree with you....it´s fun:-) Cheers LuBi

[@ADVBrett]

Very nice and I’m a little envious!!

[@LuBiBochum]

@@ADVBrett 👍👍👉🍺 Well...it´s light and shadow. The only thing I can complain is the seat position. I will change the handle bars and then....we´ll be forever :-)

[@ADVBrett]

I’m keen to know how you go with touring, to me she seemed like a great sport touring bike, I think you’ll have a lot of fun on it!

[@LuBiBochum]

@@ADVBrett Well it´s fab. All technical stuff is perfect. What I really like is keyless....uaaaah great. What I had to learn was if you drive in rain mode, it can be dangerous in some situation because the engine does not offer immediately enough power to start in a curve, up the hill. I found out and now I know it. Touring is perfect. I love the cruise control. Hit it at 190 and arrive soon:-) I had 4 weeks Alpes and Vogesen with her and no complain. Even the side cases are top. The only thing is the seat position what I said before. On my channel you can watch me driving in France. Cheers & good night :-)

[@ADVBrett]

LuBi Bochum Will have a good look at that for sure Lubi!!

[@markmottershead646]

Any RS owners have trouble with wind noise and turbulence? Pretty sure my old 1200 GS didn’t suffer from any of that.

[@ADVBrett]

I know right!! This ol' girl was great but very different to the RS. I think they sorted the wind issues out but I loved having that wind wrap around me!

[@AmenCornerRider]

Have you ridden the R? I rode both the R and RS and can't decided which to get 😆

[@ADVBrett]

Haven't ridden the R just yet but very keen to take one for a blast!

[@robertprosser6856]

I'm thinking of part exing my 2010 fireblade and 1098 for a new one of these in gloss black👍

[@ADVBrett]

A very good choice indeed!!

[@robertprosser6856]

@@ADVBrett I hope so👍

[@stephenthomson2196]

it's a brill option mate

[@ADVBrett]

Still need to take another one for a blast but yeah, I’m very impressed with the RS!

[@BIMMERGUYRICH]

I run Michelin Power RS tires on mine. Luv It!

[@ADVBrett]

Will be looking for some new rubber soon, will keep those in mind!

[@BIMMERGUYRICH]

@@ADVBrett They are now called Power GP

[@LonelyTreeSunset]

Also look at the Power 5, it sits in between the Road 5 and Power GP.

[@colonelquickshifter6534]

Did you buy it ?

[@ADVBrett]

Nope, as nice as it is I'm going to upgrade to the GSA next year to do some more longer range touring and to go off road a bit as well. There's just too many amazing tracks and trails near where I am so I want to see it all!

[@gtr161]

Hi Brett, did you look at the S1000XR?

[@ADVBrett]

gtr161 I haven’t really looked into it yet but when I take my GS in for a service I’ll try and tee up a test ride on it for sure. What’s your thoughts on the S1000XR?

[@gtr161]

@@ADVBrett No idea yet, stuck at home for obvious reasons. It has a bit more power than the R1250RS, but is definitely trending to the tourer end of the scale, lets face it, no one takes them offroad. The Ducati Multistrada is also in the mix. I'm kinda vertically challenged at 5'7" and 84kg so the RS is definitely on top of the list - although I understand they all have a seat/suspension lowering kit available. It's a tight 'race'... might come down to $$. The RS will handle differently too with the Boxer motor and low centre of gravity. In my opinion, they're all worth a look and road test.

[@ADVBrett]

gtr161 @Teapot1 did a great review recently on the new Multistrada, have a good look at that. I love the small size of the RS and it’s low CofG really makes a difference. All up the RS is at the top of my wanted list right now!

[@gtr161]

@@ADVBrett I watched Teapot's review this moring, only confused the 'issue'.. need to ride them eh.

[@ADVBrett]

Yeah I'd recommend it. Get out and ride as many as you can

[@ArnoldClarke]

I wish these YT guys would throttle the life out it. C’mon guys.

[@ArnoldClarke]

DBAP

[@ADVBrett]

Ok, I’m going to assume you meant “throttle the life out of it” So right now with the amount of police out and about it’s not worth risking a fine or license plus it’s not my bike. If it was out on the track with added insurance coverage then yeah I would. I’ll test ride a bike in the same way that I’ll generally use it on the road, I think that’s more realistic and appropriate.

[@ArnoldClarke]

Fair enough Brett, suppose you have to toe the line when putting it out there. None of us never open our machines up (: One other way is to do a 0- max speed limit.

[@ADVBrett]

Hanging out for a track day test.... one day maybe!!