BMW R1250GS Accessories and Upgrades Part 2 of 2 ----- 17 Budget Accessories on Test ENG/DEU

[@baraaw.baroudi3335]

Carl, I can't stop watching your brilliant content, I see this channel jumps to hundreds of thousands of subscribers, you are an absolute gem.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Baraa and welcome to the channel. Thankyou for your kind words, it would be nice for the channel to grow that big eventually. I am pleased you are enjoying the content it takes many long hours to produce just one. More to come... smile. Best wishes Carl

[@cadburylover1367]

I went with the Machine Art Moto front fender extender to protect the engine. Works great!

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Cadbury, yes they are nice extenders and probably work very well in the rain.... which currently I could do with... smile. Best wishes Carl

[@rustynorris7]

Howdy from Texas ! Thank you Carl for such comprehensive and easy to understand videos. I'm a newbie on a new gsa. Living the dream ! Ride Safe !

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Rusty, welcome Texas!!! Thank you for your feedback 🙏🙋🏻‍♂️ Best wishes Carl

[@DrsNirvoso]

Hi Carl, hope you are doing well and I'm looking forward to see another episode! I found the rear mudguard extension from the same seller you had, but I think they re-engineered it slightly to even a better fit. The HEX screw that came with it, now gives a perfect fit!

[@justthewayitis]

Hi DRS, brilliant news, would you be willing to post the link here so I can go have look please 🙏 Thank you Carl

[@NiklasAerialMedia]

I really appreciate your videos. Will there be a video from you about buffeting? You mentioned it in this video. Keep it up 👌👍

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Niklas, yes once I have fun a good solution I will share this in a video. Thank you for your feedback 🙏 glad you like the episodes on the channel. Best wishes Carl

[@cristianbrai-costil3417]

7:02 - Hi, I have installed the Wunderlich cylinder head protectors (the ones you present here) and the Touratech crash bars. The parts fit very well in this constellation and there is still space in between.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Christian, good evening, thank you for sharing this, I’m sure it will help other owners know its ok to pair these two different products ( Wunderlich Cylinder Protection and Touratech Crash Bars) . Thank you again…. Best wishes Carl

[@skippynj1979]

Your a gs guru. Thank you Carl. This is very very helpful.

[@justthewayitis]

Your very welcome 🙏

[@lionelboutry7084]

Enjoy the tour !!! Please share some moments of it 😜

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Lionel, thank you, currently in Lysebotn in Norway, weather has been mixed but kind, only one afternoon of rain so far. GS is a great place to be on tour.... smile. We have a big distance day ahead tomorrow. Carl

[@michaelwilliams3861]

Something else worth mentioning about the side sand enlargers, is if you have a GS/GSA Low, most of the side stands wont work, they clash with the subframe. You need to buy a Low specific one, and they are hard to find.

[@justthewayitis]

Hello Michael, thank you for sharing that info with the others. Carl

[@tony182bikes]

Perfect colour matched tank pad and good value. Postage to the UK cost more than the product though which spoiled the purchase but it still looks great! 👌

[@justthewayitis]

Well Tony that's one place you will look at and see everytime you go out on your GS...and your going to smile each time because it looks great..... that's how I think about it... smile. Have a good weekend. Carl

[@motocrucian]

I picked up a 2015 R1200GSA at a good price a while back with a bunch (in-fact I'd say almost too many) of non-BMW extras that the original owner added. Yesterday I finally tracked it all down and priced it all out in Excel, over €1500! FH. About 80% is from Wunderlich, 15% from Tourtech and the rest from others. Some of the item I just wouldn't buy but are nice. A few of them I'm going to remove and get more useful/suitable add-ons. For example, the installed "Rear Hugger Extreme" is nice but a Mud Slinger style protector will do better for me and that you happened to highlight it, is a plus.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi D.A, sounds like you found a good one with lots of extras included. Wunderlich do have a lot of nice accessories so you have been lucky. Enjoy your time with your new GSA. Best wishes Carl

[@igorkolaric7690]

Thank you very much for the quick reply!

[@justthewayitis]

You are welcome 👍

[@thilo7136]

Thank you for the video. Some parts I already had on the screen myself :) Have fun on your tour!!!

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Thilo, thank you, currently enjoying great weather today. Beautiful place to tour. Best wishes Carl

[@Dazmpower]

Very interesting the savings to be made, eye watering when you think about. Great video

[@justthewayitis]

Yes accessories can be very expensive and a lot are overpriced, but some do represent good value for your money. It’s not easy finding the right products and it was an interesting process for me. Best wishes Carl

[@jimthompson717]

I found a key advantage of the lower crash bars is they provide a place to mount highway pegs. Being 6'5" its important to me.

[@justthewayitis]

A couple of guys in our bike club on tour with us in Norway right now use them...and find they make the autoban trips more comfortable. Carl

[@MrKimberr]

Hi. I'm 6' 8" and looking at buying a GSA. Have you done anything to increase sizing/comfort on your bike?

[@justthewayitis]

Good morning KC, welcome to the channel, I’m only 6 foot your a fair bit taller so I don’t know if my input is going help so maybe some of the other taller subscribers can jump in and offer some extra advice. But I did install bar risers which really do help open the cockpit a little. As for screens you may need to experiment a little you might find that at your height your head is up and above the noise and buffering. The GSA has taller suspension which will probably suit you, seat wise again you might be able to try the different height options at your dealership they are generally very helpful. Sorry I can’t be more helpful in this area. Let me know how you get on Best wishes Carl

[@thanhto3023]

Nice of you to put alternative ebay/aliexpress components out there. When it comes to performance/protection parts, sure go for the big brand parts for peace of mind. But for things like windscreen, decals, footpeg cover, china counterparts are very much worth the money. Some people will complain about chinese copycats, but hey why bother buying $200 headlight cover when the $30 works just fine. Maybe if big brands stop putting ridiculous price tags on their products, I’ll come around and support them( Touratech, cough…cough). Meanwhile I’ll be very happy spending my own money on other needs.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Thanh, totally agree 👍 thank you for your support, best wishes Carl

[@thanhto3023]

@@justthewayitisDo you think the upper crash bars are neccessary? I have not fit any protection on my bike ( very much brand new, less than 500km) so really juggle between upper, lower and skidplate or any combination between the 3 of them. I’m somewhat confident with my road/off road skill and rode a T120 so I can relate with the weight (I can match offroad speed with Tigers), but this is very much my first adventure motorcycle.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Thanh. If you lay the GS down in your garage you’ll find the lower crash bars do most of the work. I’ve not fitted the upper ones as I don’t feel I need them. You could check on your local adventure bike forum and see what other owners suggest and if they are needed. Hope that helps Carl 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@thanhto3023]

@@justthewayitisdo you have the link for the mudsling? The cheap one

[@justthewayitis]

It’s in one of the two video descriptions. I’m currently not at home so can’t check but I’m fairly sure it’s linked in one of the 2 video descriptions. Carl

[@NorrieChristie]

Would you by chance have a link to the cheaper version of the mud sling that you installed? I much prefer the way you had yours installed. Many thanks in advance !

[@justthewayitis]

I believe the link is in the description but it was purchased via Amazon. Mine hasn’t moved since I installed it, very happy. I’ll try to remember to check the link later. Best wishes Carl

[@milesdavis8665]

evotech make some nice crash bars that are sturdy and very minimalist

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Miles, your right yes they do and they look nice too. Evotech do make some lovely accessories for sure. Thank you for sharing Best wishes Carl

[@milesdavis8665]

Enjoy the ride and thanks for the reply!!!

[@justthewayitis]

Your welcome !!

[@Bobby-qn9yn]

Hello,when you fit the rear fender extension did you get another screw with it? The existing screw that you take out under the original mudguard isn't long enough to go through the extension and fit back into the hole again to secure it?? Many thanks

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Bobby, it was over a year ago and I can’t honestly remember, but what you say jogs a memory that I did use a longer stainless steel bolt along with an extra nut & bolt I added to the upper left side looking from below, I was able to add the nut from under the seat area on the left. Nothing has moved since I installed it. Hope that helps Best of luck with your installation Carl

[@Bobby-qn9yn]

@@justthewayitis thanks for the reply carl,just wondered if i had something missing, I'll find a way of sorting it,thankyou All the best

[@911aircooled5]

Watched about 10 of your vlogs now Carl. Question if I may, I may have missed it. Have you thought of changing the exhaust silencer to Akropovic? Thoughts in anyway, or which video covers this? Thank you.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi, I actually like the sound the standard system makes but moving the Akropvic end can might improve the sound. I’m not sure if it offers any real weight benefit but it certainly looks great, but the price seems very high. The full system would offer a small performance benefit but the increase in noise is for me at least a negative. Many owners fit the Jekill and Hyde system you can find lots of reviews on KZbin. Hope that helps Best wishes Carl

[@911aircooled5]

@@justthewayitis Perfect, thanks for your thoughts. The Akropovic is slightly noisier I believe and also actually weighs a little more. So it's not for weight saving. For me, I like the look of it and smaller. But still undecided. Anyway, thanks for your time.

[@justthewayitis]

You are welcome 🙏

[@MarkJoslyn]

Really useful, especially the part numbers

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Mark, your very welcome. Thankyou Carl

[@austinmatthews347]

Going to drop my baby vikki the gsa off sat for her long awaited headlight but first have an appoinment with cobb and jagger triumph / ducati to have two back to back tests of multi v4s and tiger gt explorer

[@justthewayitis]

Sounds like a great appointment and perfect for a back to back comparison. Do share your thoughts please Carl

[@ralfm.8505]

Hi Carl, great videos that you made. I have one question about the rear mudgard... could you please send the link from amazon... I could not find the right part. Thanks in advance

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Ralf, I'm currently in Norway on tour, so I do not have full PC access just my phone. But I found it quickly on Amazon.de by using the following. Seller: ‎QJY-Motor Part-Store Part: RF-013 Currently they have 3 in stock for 65€. Delivery time is 4 days. The other thing is, if you can find this exact part, you can check the images, because their are several other sellers with the same part for sale for the same price. Perhaps in the UK they sell under a different name. But the part above is the exact one I installed and its been great, no issues and a good saving for a plastic part we dont see once its fitted. Let me know how you get on please. Carl

[@nunawadingtoyota8134]

Well done on a great video. Could you provide some feedback on the genuine engine crash bars? I read comments on the forums that the cylinder head covers can still touch the road when the bike falls over. Is that what you are finding with your crash bars?

[@justthewayitis]

Their are better crash bars that offer more protection , but I didn’t like the look or the extra distance they stick out, so I also use the Wunderlich cylinder head protector underneath which is the solution I like best Carl

[@stephenalbert856]

Thank you very much great video 1+2 real help on what to buy.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Stephen, your welcome glad you enjoyed the 2 episodes. Carl

[@Alcakaja]

Hi Carl, as an owner of a GSA, I find the topics of your vids interesting and informative. You come across explaining things in simple and understandable terms. I wonder if you have in mind making a vid on the Satnav VI. There’s a lot of controversy on this device as it seems that issues of “ghosting” affects it (I myself am experiencing it) and neither BMW or Garmin want to accept liability once the item is out if warranty. What are your views and/or experience/recommendations? Thanks and continue your excellent work.

[@justthewayitis]

Hello Alcakaja and welcome to the channel. Have you tried cleaning the screen properly using Glasses Cleaner you can buy it in most towns in Opticians. The key to success is Along the edges between the glass and the frame especially as this is the main cause of ghosting. It works for me every time but you need to get the screen and edges really clean Let me know if this works for you Best wishes Carl

[@igorkolaric7690]

Carl hello, I am the owner of my third gs, now I have the latest version 1250. Question, when driving slowly, the steering behaves like a digital example, there is a steering stabilizer below, which is too stiff and prevents clean driving at low speed. They said at the service that there is no way to set the hardness, that everything is programmed. It bothers me and I ask you if you can give your opinion. I follow all your episodes and congratulations. lp Igor Kolarič Slovenia

[@justthewayitis]

Hello Igor, good morning Touratech make a very good steering damper that has 24 levels of adjustment this is probably what you might want to try if you want more feel from the steering at slow speeds. Best wishes Carl This is the product www.touratech.com/touratech-suspension-steering-damper-csc-for-bmw-r1200gs-lc-r1250gs-bmw-r1200gs-lc-r1250gs-adventure-2014-onwards-with-mounting-kit.html

[@jacekboda649]

Hi Carl. How about cleaning the headlight, won't the protective cover make it more difficult? Especially when you can't remove it easily but have to unscrew it from the headlamp every time.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Jacek, you would think that would be the case… but actually the headlight does not really get dirty behind the cover. I think in the two years I’ve been using the headlight cover I’ve only removed it twice ! Carl 👍

[@jacekboda649]

@@justthewayitis, thank you for your help. Stay safe!

[@jacekboda649]

I'm sore, I have one more question. To remove the cover, you need to unscrew the screws fixing the protective glass or those attaching the glass to the motorcycle? I see that the connection consists of two parts entering one into the other.

[@justthewayitis]

Yes, all the parts you need come in the kit from WRS, you can find more information on there website. To remove the protector for cleaning i just loosen the 4 screws and remove the protector.

[@NachoGS]

3 different types of side stand. The one on the left belongs to the standard GS. The one on the center is for the GSA, correct. And the one at the right hand side belongs to the low chassis version of GS. That's all.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Nacho, I don't know which is right, so thankyou for letting the other subscribers know which belongs to which GS. Best wishes Carl

[@engineeringmodeller]

If you have a 1250GS with lowered suspension the side stand is different and the standard extenders wont fit.

[@justthewayitis]

Hello EM , thank you for sharing this, I'm sure it will help other owners too. Best wishes Carl

[@kathrynsmith4618]

Hello Carl, I have watched much of your content regarding the R1250 GS. The detail and information in the content is exceptional and the work put into the videos are appreciated. I have tried to determine which tank bag you are using, but cannot find it in any videos (yet).... Would you kindly share the details for that? Thank you. As an aside, i have added the Air-flo seat covers which make a huge difference in comfort for hot weather and rain. My opinion only. Thank you for all you are doing.

[@justthewayitis]

Hello Kathryn and welcome to the channel. The tank bag is an older model from SW Motech called the Evo Engage, I decided on this because of is small compact size and its ability to attach a Map pocket (again from SW) to the top which is a must have for me on tour. I have used it all year round for approx 4 years and it still looks almost new. Their is a new version called the Engage 2.0 but I'm not sure if it allows map pocket mounting like the original one. Have fun choosing. BTW they do also have a GS specific version which looks great but for me it's just a little bit big. Kindest regards Carl

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you for the Air-flow seat recommendation, I will have a look, although we do not really have very hot weather here in Germany.

[@kathrynsmith4618]

Thank you Carl. Yes, I agree with you on the tank bag sizing and maps.

[@gardeni]

Thanks, Carl - an interesting pair of videos for a GS newbie like me. Sadly, I note that a few of the cheaper items seem now to be no longer available... And that WRS screen for €65, they want €30 on top for postage from Italy - yikes! Ho hum.

[@justthewayitis]

Hello Therealiggs, and welcome to the channel, thank you for your comments. Yes sadly some of the items sell out very quickly, but sometimes they do come back available, and sometimes via a different seller or brand name. You just have to check regularly. Not everyone enjoyed the accessories series as some feel fitting cheaper parts is sacrilege on a GS, but what I found is you can still get good quality parts if you hunt around. I hope you are enjoying your GS... Postage can be expensive I agree. Happy new year. Kindest regards Carl

[@gardeni]

@@justthewayitis I do understand the tuppenny worth of tar argument, but I think your point about being selective is a valid. Really cheap - no!

[@justthewayitis]

👍

[@marktomlin4702]

There is also a different one for the low chassis

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you 👍

[@gtcristi]

13:13 Headlight Protector - It looks good. I'm also looking for something like this. Unfortunately, not everything is allowed in Germany. In my case, I have cornering lights and the plexiglass could disturb the oncoming cars because this glass could deflect the light. In addition, if it is fixed, it can be difficult to clean. In Germany, the accessories must have an "ABE"-No. (if the machine is moved onto the street) otherwise, the police can go so far as to confiscate the motorcycle. But if you drive the motorcycle off-road, you can build almost everything on it without any problems. Great video! Greetings from Cologne.

[@justthewayitis]

Hello Christian and welcome to the channel. Thankyou for sharing this, I have just checked mine and it does not have a KBA number, so when I get back from Norway I will do some more checks. Thankyou Carl North Hessen

[@deployeddan]

Hi Cristian, did you find a quality protector with ABE? I pick up my GS next week and this is one of the first things I want to add. Thanks! Dan from Würzburg

[@gtcristi]

@@deployeddan Hello Dan, unfortunately I have found NOTHING so far. I have a list of 10 companies for you that I asked about, unfortunately I can't paste them here, YT will delete them automatically.

[@deployeddan]

@@gtcristi I see most GS riders here have headlight protection installed so apparently it's not a big problem. When I get stopped by the police (Kontrolle), they only look at my paperwork, tires and exhaust. Since I'm American, they are usually easy on me too 😉

[@gtcristi]

@@deployeddan That's right, I have the same opinion about the police. It will be fine. But what worries me is the fact that the parts will scatter the light and the oncoming participants will be disturbed. Now everyone has to decide for themselves what to do. Cris von Cologne

[@ryanmalone2681]

Yes! What is the point of having an adventure bike without going on an adventure???

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Ryan, and welcome. Yes exactly....👍

[@gnmurray5955]

Carl, the multifunction change can be done remotely. He is in Oz.

[@justthewayitis]

Ah.... ok, now I understand. Smile

[@sgomez3047]

Radiator protectors?

[@justthewayitis]

Hi, the Ralley version of the GS ( which I have in the videos) comes with acceptable plastic radiator guards, I did order a set of R&G guards but decided the OEM ones were from my perspective fine, so I returned the R&G ones. If your GS/A doesn’t currently have radiator guards I would definitely fit some for protection. Carl

[@paulkonar7842]

What is the black thing that surrounds most of the gas tank opening called? And, where can I get one?

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Paul and welcome, I think the part you are referring too, is the mounting ring that supports the SW Motech tank bag. This weekend I will hopefully add links in the description of each episode ... to where you can purchase all the products I have used and tested during the GS & GSA series. Best wishes Carl

[@markwilliamson8933]

Carl - you can sort the rear axle cover with a 48mm hub cover from Amazon. Shiny black/slots in weighs nothing…£11 for 4.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Mark, now that's a great idea... I'll go have a look right now. Thankyou 👍

[@markwilliamson8933]

They’re actually 48mm - X Autohaus. Worth trying

[@justthewayitis]

Could you copy and paste the link ? If possible.... smile

[@HDvroom10]

The X-screen or similar models works excellent. I was rather sceptical at first. My first reflection was that it looked a bit stupid, I even put it in my bin, but picked it up and mounted it. WOW what a difference! No turbulance! It does its job superbly. Do try it on your regular screen. You will not regret it!

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Lars, I changed my mind last minute before we left on sunday night and fitted the Xcreen.... so far it's been excellent and I am positively surprised. Norway is a beautiful place to tour and currently the weather has been good. Carl

[@jagpessoa]

Hi! Did you check if that headlight protector, since it's fixed directly on the headlight itself, interferes with the swivel system/cornering lights? Thank you and keep the good work!!

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Joåo, everything works correctly with the protector fitted. All the movement takes place INSIDE the headlamp unit behind the Glass. Best wishes and a good question.. Carl

[@jagpessoa]

@@justthewayitis Hi Carl, thank you so much for your quick answer. But Doesn’t the headlamp has a swivel motion to compensate heavy load on acceleration and braking to keep the light always leveled? Cheers!

[@justthewayitis]

This takes place inside the headlamp assembly. To see this yourself switch on the ignition while watching the headlights... you will see the two main beam lamps move up and down inside the headlamp. Carl

[@jagpessoa]

@@justthewayitis Great! Thank you Carl!

[@oziege60]

Very useful knowledge thanks❤

[@justthewayitis]

Hello Osman, your very welcome, and welcome to the channel. Kindest regards Carl

[@bradleybaker8894]

Thanks for making this two part video. Great information.

[@justthewayitis]

Very pleased you and the subscribers have enjoyed this 2 part episode, it took a long time to get everything and editing the episodes took a while as always. Have fun with your GS Bradley... Carl

[@user-xh4qk9fv6i]

Have you a link to side stand enlarger please

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Iain, sadly that exact same one is not available any more, it was from H2Racing CNC. But currently Amazon has lots of other options Happy shopping Carl

[@user-xh4qk9fv6i]

@@justthewayitis ok mate no worries 👍

[@karelcruz354]

Hello friend! Thank you for your videos. Would you please help me find the mudguard extension you purchase on Amazon. I was looking but can’t find the one you have. Thank you very much!

[@justthewayitis]

Which country are you in ? let me know and ill send a link

[@karelcruz354]

I got it! Thank you

[@justthewayitis]

@karelcruz354 great 👍

[@Steck896]

First let me tell you I really appreciate your technical informative videos. I don’t get the point in spending 25,000 euros (more or less) on a new bike and then trying desperately to save a few hundred buying Chinese accessories, aesthetically and functionally debatable in my opinion. But that’s your choice, and it’s perfectly fine to equip your bike the way you prefer.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Sergio, good morning and welcome to the channel. The point is that not everyone can afford a new bike, many subscribers have much older bikes, so it was and is important to me that I cover all options, hence I decided to make a couple of episodes about installing cheaper accessories. Those of us that can afford a new bike are very lucky, lots of people cannot afford them as they really are to expensive....best wishes Carl

[@Steck896]

@@justthewayitis I get your point of view, thank you.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Sergio, thank you, your question was a good question...👍Carl

[@AndyGSATractor]

The short suspension one is 92mm lol so that's 4 sizes for the foot

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Andy, I hope you enjoyed your trip and the weather was good for you ? Carl

[@AndyGSATractor]

@@justthewayitis we had 6 hrs of rain on the way up then perfect 20°c all week ..was fantastic thanks.

[@justthewayitis]

It's great when it works out in a positive way. 👍

[@JohnnyThjo]

There is an absolute ban on off-roading in Norway. The fine for doing it is easily 1000 euros. Stay on gravel roads, you will find lots of those, but don’t do any off-roading.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Johnny, thank you for sharing this information. Unluckily for us the two days we were going to go on gravel roads was the two days of constant rain so had to change our plans. Thankyou for helping others understand the rules... Best wishes Carl

[@ironwooly2626]

brill mate thanks enjoy tour

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you, I am....👍

[@AYAlexander]

Hi Carl, what was your experience with the copy of the MRA X-creen you fitted? Did it work for you? And after some touring, what did you think of the quality of the screen and brackets? Do you still have it on your GS or have you now replaced it with the original MRA X-creen (or maybe one by Puig)?

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Alexander, it actually works brilliant and has fixed most of the noise issues I had. I probably should fit the Xscreen original but it does seem to be holding up really well for 20 something euros. This is another item I would recommend if your a taller rider. It does take time to set correctly so be patient with it. Carl

[@AYAlexander]

@@justthewayitis Are you still using the replica of the MRA X-creen or changed to a different model/brand? I'm still not sure which spoiler screen to go for, partly because of dimensions and method of attachment. I am considering these: Wunderlich Vario Ergo 3D+, Puig Clip-on screen visor 6320W or 6375W or MRA X-creen touring or sport. What are your thought on this?

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Alexander, yes I still use the copy Mra Xscreen it has worked very well the only thing I will do in spring is add some support to the main screen, either Puig or Cymark. It's very difficult to offer suggestions on the products you list, because you might like different things to me, for example my No 1 issue is Noise, for someone else it might be turbulence or buffering. But all of the items you mentioned are supposed to be very good. But, lots of us use the Mra Xscreen 🙏

[@Swedeonamotorcycle]

Hope you will be filming some Norway movies. :) Going there in 2 weeks myself with Trollstigen (Trolls Ladder as it is translates to) and then back south on the west coast.. It is a beautiful country for motorcycling.

[@justthewayitis]

Currently at Trolls road right now.... lol. We have been very lucky with the weather... it's a perfect day. Yes some footage to share on the channel. Best wishes Carl

[@justthewayitis]

Dont forget to have 2 days available for this road, it rains a lot. We planned to stay 3 nights 2 full days in the hope that 1 of the 2 days would be dry and good weather. We have been lucky on the first. Tomorrow heavy rain is due. Just a suggestion... smile

[@Swedeonamotorcycle]

@@justthewayitis I will plan my trip with good weather.. Coming from Sweden it is not that far and I have been there before also..... And by the way, don't miss Geiranger and Dalsnibba.. 😃

[@justthewayitis]

Yes, plan to take the sunshine with you. 👍

[@JohnnyThjo]

Om not so sure if it come from the word ladder. The mountain itself is called Stigøra. The waterfall is Stigfossen.

[@moconnor50]

Great info Carl.

[@justthewayitis]

Hello Moconnor, thank you 👍

[@onahi2002]

I bought my R1150GS in 1999. I spent 7 years loading it up with unnessaccary accessories, and seven years removing them.

[@justthewayitis]

Lol 😇 probably what we will all end up doing, welcome to the channel 😋 Carl

[@redman2751]

lol I just bought my first 1250gsa last week. Been in the first part of your journey this past week and will probably go on for the next year or so lol.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Jared, congratulations on your GS, have fun with her they are great bikes, best wishes Carl 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@ExpatMotoRider]

Thanks for the video

[@justthewayitis]

Your very welcome 🙏

[@BMWworldstickers]

Love your videos, thank you

[@justthewayitis]

👍

[@gsd32i]

Great series of videos. Sadly for me , I am drawn to the branded items. Just gives the wife something else to moan at me for !! Choices at various price points are plentiful, each to their own 👍

[@justthewayitis]

Yes the top parts you have installed are indeed lovely.... smile. Carl

[@gsd32i]

@@justthewayitis 😁

[@JDaleK]

Haha! Wives. Can’t live with them, can’t live without.

[@justthewayitis]

Yes indeed 👍😏

[@ironhorsegladiator5034]

I have been buying all my BMW and KTM motorcycle parts from China, cause other manufacturers out there that sells the same parts 10 times more, they too are getting them from China/Alibaba, but packaging them in some fancy cardboard.

[@justthewayitis]

Very true....

[@maxkunzke8995]

Hi Carl. Love the video, thank you for sharing it, I always learn something new. I have a question about the headlight protector, since I would like to install one too. Are headlight protectors street legal in Germany? Or perhaps street legal, as long as you do not ride at night? My understanding is that they are not, because they alter the light projection. But this is why they might not be legal for night riding. Thanks and safe riding. Enjoy your tour.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Max, currently I'm away from home with not much internet access so I cant easily check for you. I THINK they are ok here in Germany because the BMW dealer also sells a version... which i presume would not happen if the protection was not allowed. When I get back I will ask or find out for you. Carl

[@gtcristi]

Hallo Max, wenn die Teile kein ABE haben, dürfen auch nicht verbaut werden, wenn die Maschine auf die Straße bewegt wird. In Gelände geht alles. Ich habe für mich extra gefragt. Die Erklärung ist ganz simple. In meinem Fall habe ich Kurvenlicht und die Plexischeibe könnte die entgegenkommenden Autos stören/blenden, weil diese Scheibe das Licht umlenken könnte. Auch ohne Kurvenlicht ist es nicht erlaubt. Wenn du aber doch noch es machen möchtest, bau so ein Teil ein, der sich nach unterklappen lässt. 2 Vorteile: 1. wenn die Polizei dich anhält, kannst du das Teil nach unten klappen und alle sollen danach zufrieden sein 2. du kommst besser dran, das Ganze zu reinigen.

[@justthewayitis]

Hallo Max, ich denke, Christian hat recht. I think I might need to remove or replace it. Carl Thankyou Christian 👍

[@ryanmalone2681]

Some good suggestions I’m there

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Ryan, thank you and I hope you continue to enjoy the series. Kind regards Carl

[@miguelalves3652]

i bougth i r1250 gs like yours , and after 15 minutes of riding it , i start to have numb hands do you have experieced the same ? and if yes do you know a solution ?

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Miguel and welcome to the channel. Is the GS brand new ? Which tyres are fitted ? Carl

[@miguelalves3652]

@@justthewayitis hi yes it is brand new and it has brigstone battlax adventure tires fited . i'm courrently breaking the engine after 500 km i started tr ride more spiritualy and it hapens less .

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Miguel, this is a common problem owners report and several people here have also commented on, here on the comments section. First change the suspension setting from Dynamic back to road... and test your bike again. If the vibration is reduced it may indicate that the spines on the drive shaft need to be re-greaed by BMW at the first service. Second a lot of owners report that the vibration is reduced when they change the tyres from A41 which you have... to something more sports touring like the Continental All Road or the Pirelli Scorpion trail 2. Do the first test above and let me know. Carl

[@gtimajo7380]

Hallo Carl, wo hast du den Aufkleber für die Schwinge gekauft. Das sieht Dezent aber gut aus !!!!👍

[@justthewayitis]

Ich schicke dir dieses Wochenende einen Link

[@gtimajo7380]

@@justthewayitis super. Danke schön. Den Händler habe ich gefunden. Aber diese Kombi mit dem dunkel grau nicht… angenehme schöne Videos von dir 👍

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Majo, guten Abend, unten ist der Link zum 3D-Aufkleber. Logge dich zuerst bei deinem Amazon-Konto ein, klicke dann auf den Link unten. Der Link führt direkt zu dem Aufkleber, den ich habe - aber du wirst auch andere Farboptionen sehen. Viele Grüße aus Hessen von Carl Dies ist der Link: amzn.to/3na8Cc5 Es ist wichtig, alle Oberflächen wirklich gut reinigen, bevor du den Aufkleber anbringst! Hinweis: Das Bild auf Amazon ist nicht sehr gut, aber der Aufkleber, den du bekommst, ist der richtige mit dem Carbon-Effekt, genau wie ich ihn angebracht habe.

[@gtimajo7380]

@@justthewayitis Super... vielen Dank und noch mal Danke für die tollen Videos. da kann ich auch gleich mein Englisch aufbessern 😜

[@justthewayitis]

No problem 😉 Everything is good 👍

[@brucebrown6597]

Great informative video. Thanks!

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you Bruce !

[@2008fjr]

Carl, Do you have the links for the products?

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Chuck. Yes just read the description they are at the bottom. Carl

[@2008fjr]

@@justthewayitis Thanks for the fast reply. However, I don't see the links to the source of the products, only the shortcuts referring to where they are in the video?

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Chuck, go to KZbin on your computer or laptop and start the video. Then click pause… Underneath the video is a Description of the video … On the right you will see the word MORE in bold letters…. Click on more Then you can see more details You may have to scroll down through the text and you might see another MORE in bold to click on. I’ve just checked and I can see all the links to the accessories Hope this helps. Carl

[@TallyHoTech]

Do you have a link to the mudguard extender?

[@justthewayitis]

I’ll look later and send you a link Carl

[@justthewayitis]

amzn.eu/d/epz9PEH

[@TallyHoTech]

@@justthewayitis My man

[@jninick]

Great video

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you

[@markrayment3558]

Hi Great article on the GS te ,I agree with everything you have said and done ,having had four v twin Multistada, two v4 Multistada and two 1250 gs .l have had my latest Multistada a Pikes Peak for a year now and a month ago I tested a new GS 1250 te identical to yours so bought it ,I could not bear to let my Ducati go so kept it as well .I have fitted almost all the extras as you, some from the same source as you have .The only downside is I am 76 and have to keep working 40 /50 hours a week to keep the bikes ,and my kids have no inheritance. Well done get article.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Mark, well the V4 PP is a bike I would love to try and it must be great to own 2 such amazing motorbikes. I’m sure the kids will enjoy the bikes if you leave them too them… smile. I do miss my 2013 Multistrada Have a great weekend Carl

[@jimthompson717]

Now, if you are in a position to "smell" the frame plugs, you have bigger problems.

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Jim, LOL... It was just an observation and owners that buy they might like to know. Best wishes Carl

[@marktomlin4702]

Love the channel

[@justthewayitis]

Thank you for the compliment 😊

[@supersonicsikh]

Boo hoo hoooooo! Jealous!! Looks Great!!

[@justthewayitis]

Hello Supersonic, thankyou 👍

[@marktomlin4702]

Can you seed me details for the mud sling can’t find it on Amazon

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Mark, I will try to add a link to buy it on Amazon in the video description. I might get that done this weekend. Carl

[@marktomlin4702]

@@justthewayitis thanks

[@AYAlexander]

I found it on Amazon: € 65,99 by QJY-Motor Part-Store as Carl mentions in his reply to a similar question. It does not mention whether it fits on a 2021 and 2022 GS/A but obviously it does if Carl fitted this one.

[@AYAlexander]

As Carl mentioned you can find different brands and types on the market. I found predominantly 2 types of replicas: one with a screw like Carl (original by Wunderlich for € 189) and one with tie wraps (original Mudsling by MachineArt(Moto), also on the Wunderlich website for € 169).

[@AYAlexander]

Still, € 65 is a lot of money for a piece of replicated plastic. The same product - at least I think it’s the same - can be found for much less. I found several replicas of the 2 above mentioned types on the Dutch and German Amazon and on AliExpress.

[@lw8447]

Need links. Cant find any of these products

[@justthewayitis]

The links I have that still work at in the video description. Best wishes Carl

[@lw8447]

@@justthewayitis I dont see any sorry just timestamps. Nice vid tho

[@justthewayitis]

Hi LW, i just checked the video description and they are there... not sure why you can't see them, Carl

[@allanhughes7859]

BOUGHT MY FIRST 12 MONTHS AGO CAN'T WAIT TO SELL IT SORRY BUT THE MOST OVER RATED OVER PRICED BIKE I HAVE OWNED IN MY 50 YEARS OF RIDING NOT WISHING TO PISS ON YOUR CHIPS SO TO SPEAK BUT TIME FOR FOLK TO BE HONEST ??

[@justthewayitis]

Hi Alan, honesty is the best policy. I do appreciate your comment. Carl