Great video. One piece of advice - when you drop these babies (I have a 1250GSA), particularly on the right side, before you lift it, it pays to FIRST put down the side stand so that it can rest on it immediately. It's easy to "over lift" them and it crashes down on the left side. The voice of experience speaking :)
@nickc73202 жыл бұрын
Some wisdom is divinely given. Other wisdom is earned
@repentuklondonwatchman1373 Жыл бұрын
Yep
@kwakithailand Жыл бұрын
Good advice for picking up *ANY* type bike, actually 👍
@suppersready4you Жыл бұрын
There you have it, any doubts about off road capabilities? Great job Scott, very nice video. Fun! (This is why is I sold my RT(best sport tourer ever) like yours and got back to the GS).
@prep4evac2 жыл бұрын
And the GS boxer is calm, it doesn’t scream at you and your neighbors at 6am when heading off on a long journey. Great video
@chamade1662 жыл бұрын
@D. A. A loud pipe ruins the character of this bike
@toltod2 жыл бұрын
Was nice to see the GS put thru its proper offroad paces. Too many reviews just have it flying down scenic gravel trails. Great riding skills...thanks for demonstrating what that bike is capable of.
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@rahulbhola182 жыл бұрын
Guy is amazing…just love the enthusiasm and positivity of this channel 🔥🔥🔥
@DJDarkrobe2 жыл бұрын
Great job showing off the GS, that must have been a blast to film; thanks for doing this!
@jeman0220042 жыл бұрын
The GS is a great bike, but very expensive to maintain and repair. My 1200 is in the shop right now needing 4 new CAMs. Hopefully BMW steps up and takes care of the repair since it is a known issue.
@theinspectah34382 жыл бұрын
Good Luck
@awesomeagnihotrisvlog2 жыл бұрын
Repair will not be done under warranty?
@jeman0220042 жыл бұрын
@@awesomeagnihotrisvlog The warranty expired before I purchased the bike.
@svenhodaka91452 жыл бұрын
What is the year of your GS? (I have a 2013.)
@awesomeagnihotrisvlog2 жыл бұрын
@@jeman022004 Ohhh Nooo
@PapaDougsAdventures012 жыл бұрын
Very entertaining. When the guy got stuck on the uphill and then got unstuck he was instantly my hero.
@marcemde2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I was the guy with the single Coaching on that day, when you were at the driving Area. I like your way making the videos - gratulation. cy Marc
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
Hey, good to hear from you Marc! Yea, it was fun making this video. I hope you had fun and take care. Scott
@maxbarko87172 жыл бұрын
Great video! A trick to pick it up: turn the handle bar all the way to the opposite side. If it’s lying on the left, turn it right. Now stand at the handle bar end that is on the ground. Grab it at the end and lift it up with your knees, don’t bend down. I mean use the legs not your back.
@klapphelmfahrer41482 жыл бұрын
Great film, good idea to have the Guy act the way he did, reminded me of the Stig. I get asked quite often if my wife is german, I always answer - Ja, ich liebe sie aber trotzdem. She is never amused.
@TheChindoboi2 жыл бұрын
That guy is an awesome rider
@FaissalArribat2 жыл бұрын
Man I love your way to introduce those beautiful machines.
@maxflight7772 жыл бұрын
I love your channel ! So honest. So accurate.
@robertvonk56622 жыл бұрын
Great video, I must say. Just completed a 2 day enduro training myself at the Hechlingen BMW park in Bayern, Germany this last week. Very recommendable, learned so much, and must go back for more! Safe ride everyone 🏍💨💨
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
I was there 2 summers ago, had a blast, learned a lot! 2 days of learning how to handle 250kg + (I was on a GSA) all day long, needless to say I was dead tired at the end of each day. 👍
@LazyJack20032 жыл бұрын
Wow, that was fun to watch. As always, when you watch people who know what they are doing. Well done.
@Kai-ze2rb Жыл бұрын
Very entertaining video - thank you! It kind of shows that with the right GUY, you can even motocross a GS 😅
@billcumbie26209 ай бұрын
Fantastic video. I absolutely loved it. Loved “The Guy” character also.
@AdventureGlide2 жыл бұрын
*_This is great. Just found the channel. Looking forward to more._*
@LuBiBochum2 жыл бұрын
The end fit perfectly with the guy in the backgreound. :-)))))))))) Good clip, thanks. 👍👍
@louispogoreltz34902 жыл бұрын
That video looked like a lot of fun to make. The guy was a badass on that monster!
@allans7281 Жыл бұрын
Good demo! From a fellow off-road adventurer, you definitely have off-road skills The SOS emergency alert is a must for a bike that big. ( I wonder if the same light comes on if u miss any payments 😉) Cheers USA
@JKL2462 жыл бұрын
Cool to see The Guy wearing a neck brace. Wear my Leatt every ride, mainly in case I get rear ended. It’s impressive to watch someone do that with the big one. Thanks for getting dirty for this one.
@oliviermonchaux13492 жыл бұрын
Really funny Scott! I enjoyed it! Impressed you could hire the Dark Stig in your video 🤣
@seauryakumar2 жыл бұрын
I love the GS. If I was taller and a more experienced rider, I would love to own one.
@Bazza472 жыл бұрын
I'm only 1.7m tall and 72kg and have had 3. Because of the boxer engine the weight is low down so easy to handle at low speed. Get the factory lowered one you won't regret it
@markuskoob93352 жыл бұрын
What Adrian said is absolutely true! I'm just 1,75m which is - reading into lots of comments - 10cm too small for this big lady... Went - with lots of questions - to my local dealer and he helped me to try out a whole bunch of configurations. I ended up with - just - the flat seat (which still is super comfortable) additionally lowered down via its front connection points. Didn't even had to lower the whole bike down additionally. And I should add, that I got the GSA which has 16mm more ground clearance. In short words: If you'd love to ride one, don't hesitate to ask the next dealer for help and advise. If there's any chance you fit onto one, take it! 😍
@seauryakumar2 жыл бұрын
@@Bazza47 sat on the lowered suspension one. I was on the balls of my feet. Man, what a feeling. Now all I need is to save up for it and get the experience required to handle such a beast.
@Bazza472 жыл бұрын
If by the balls of your feet you're putting both feet down there is an easier and safer fix. Trying to put both feet on the floor actually makes the bike unstable as it can fall either way from vertical. A far better option is to slide your backside across the seat to the side you're going to put your foot down on just before you stop and then put just one foot down and lean the bike towards that leg. This creates a triangle which is the most stable platform there is, the bike can then only fall one way but is prevented from doing so by your straight leg and because you've moved across you'll be able to flat foot easily. The German boot manufacturer Daytona also do a great boot called the M Star which has a raised heel and insole adding 25mm to your leg length. Also when getting on and off the sidestand put the bars on full lock with the right hand bar closest to the fuel tank. That makes it far easier to get the bike back into an upright position. Good luck
@seauryakumar2 жыл бұрын
@@Bazza47 thanks for the information. As Im a novice rider these, your advice is helpful.
@chrisk76932 жыл бұрын
...owner of a GS Adventure...once GS...always GS!!!
@Fernando90054 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful video Scott!👌🏻
@NothingToProve Жыл бұрын
Thank you! It was fun filming it, watching a pro off-road guy handle a heavyweight ADV loaded down. He confessed to me later that it was really hard work and he was very, very tired after 3 hours of off-road with this bike. take care, Scott
@tonyr.3044 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Love the humor!
@kirajarm2 жыл бұрын
Very very well done. Was that the Stig? That round of tests are real world, so hat's off to you.
@bobwampler33872 жыл бұрын
The guy is tough! So is the GS. I love boxers.
@jesseonamotorcycle2 жыл бұрын
Its definitely a work out trying to maneuver these big ADV bikes around! Especially when you are on a hill of some sort. Not fun, but the adventure is always worth it!
@paulyflyer8154 Жыл бұрын
I bet KTM wish they hadn't chickened out of the Ewan and Charlie trip now. Delicious!
@ad782 жыл бұрын
i cant find those bags, what model are they? i'd like to get them for my 2022 S1000XR. another great video Scott! ***found them on SW's europe website. they are the sysbag WP model.
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
sw-motech.com/en/products/luggage/SysBags/
@bunshoft Жыл бұрын
Fun to see the Big Dog in it's natural element. To much work for me...
@tinmisuun2 жыл бұрын
That looked like so much fun! I want to go get some ADV training!
@brucekendall522 жыл бұрын
Good riding skill throwing that big heavy BMW around.Its a remarkable bike all things considered.Thanks.
@terryrlmg1717 Жыл бұрын
I think it's awesome on this video you truly show that Dynamic of a bike including it being damaged this is a true test to show the strength of the bike. I wish the Americans would do a little more work on their bikes. Sorry I was born in Germany and I moved to America I've been here ever since but it's great to see European work
@radadventure26062 жыл бұрын
Love it! Great fun video. Makes me want a big GS! And I am already afan of SW Motech. They make great (but expensive) stuff!
@JS-nf1sn Жыл бұрын
Awesome video. You really went for it. Great channel.
@flewnvy2 жыл бұрын
Great work as always Scott! Entertaining AND informative!
@Czechthisout242 жыл бұрын
Cool! But let’s be honest: how many of us will do this; closest will be at a fun park like the one in the video. I became honest: switched from a GSA to a RT 😅
@giovanniricci43692 жыл бұрын
Nothing to add … apart : great video 🎉✌️. GS is not my piece of cake currently but I got to really appreciate its capabilities 😉
@reinistraidas2 жыл бұрын
The GS is the best, the most practical, the most boring and soulless bike in the world that’s owned by every guy and their mother these days. BMW please give us a nineT in a touring frame!
@svenhodaka91452 жыл бұрын
Don’t you mean “owned by every guys father”? I’m one of those fathers and feel it’s practical and has character. I’m really glad I got the chance to own one.👍
@davereinhart99332 жыл бұрын
I like your take on "The Stig". Fun video! I am GS fan boy and you once again showed the brilliance of this bike.
@mattkalin31392 жыл бұрын
Awesome Video! Love the Stig Vibe! Very Creative…
@wandering_armadillo2 жыл бұрын
One of the best videos yet! "The Guy" might be the brother if The Stig, with a bit more personality!
@motorbikingaustria24392 жыл бұрын
LORD! ... please have mercy on this machine!😉😂🤣👍💪🍺🍺
@aleksandarkanizaj2 жыл бұрын
I'd love if someone gave me a bike like this to trash it offroad 🤣
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
But it's not trashed, just some scratches on the engine guard and crash bars, that's it. 👍
@brucebrown65972 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Scott… Really liked this video. Now YOU need to attend one of the BMW Adventure clinics… Would make for a great topic!
@fallinginthed33p2 жыл бұрын
Looks like you got your own tame Stig for the day.
@olavhennemann12452 жыл бұрын
Great Video different to your other Videos. Maybe your next bike if you do a TET or ACT😂😂
@ariffinmahmud7025 Жыл бұрын
love the bags..
@adriansmiley3540 Жыл бұрын
Great video and unlike all the other videos I liked seeing the bike put through it’s paces. It shows Just what a skilled rider can do with this bike and is inspiring. I just started looking seriously at the GS after buying a Norden 901 this year. I just wanted a bike to ride after selling my Harley. I’ve always found the adventure market alluring but thought the bikes big. After riding the Norden for half the year, I know that the BMW would be better suited for the type of riding I mainly do which is 90/10. And get me there more comfortably. Keep up the good work.
@lynchlynch8435 Жыл бұрын
90/10... And these 10% you will suffer because of the abnormally monstrous weight of a large GS. At the same time, the Multistrada V4 surpasses the BMW in comfort, and the KTM 1290 SA, if slightly inferior to the BMW in comfort (only due to the worst wind protection), is infinitely better than it in other aspects)
@toltod2 жыл бұрын
Cool, adding Bags and Crashbars makes your beard grow so you become properly outfitted for your BMW.
@awesomeagnihotrisvlog2 жыл бұрын
You’ve surpassed your own standards mate …splendid video ✌️✌️🙌🙌🙌
@samsara36942 жыл бұрын
Great job Scott! SW Motech make great gear, quality and vfm. Only wish I'd had those engine crash bars on my TB, over the OEM ones - they make the bike look classier. Really like the look of those bags as well.
@КостяНемин2 жыл бұрын
Thank you It's really good test To much heavy
@glennmcgown58142 жыл бұрын
Hilarious Scott ! Best vid l’ve seen for ages 😂 keep up the great work
@PAinVA2 жыл бұрын
That was a really enjoyable video; good content and production quality.
@bobleblanc66532 жыл бұрын
I've seen a couple of guys that actually had a small suv winch mounted to the rear luggage rack to winch themselves out
@robp32842 жыл бұрын
And I thought only Jesus could walk (ride) on water...Scott, you are killing me man - I never saw anyone "damaging" their bike with that much joy....BTW, congrats on Bettina's new ride, it's a beauty!!! And, I also noticed Skoda (made in the same country as yours truly) in your driveway- not what I was expecting- GTI would probably suit your spotless Autobahn much better...Thanks for all the great videos my friend! Be well! Rob
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I love my Yeti Adventure! A great all-rounder, does everything, I can take out the back seats and then it's a big square cargo space, perfect for hauling things. Put the back seats back in and can haul people too :) I'd never own a VW product and my German wife is in agreement with me on that one. Maybe other German cars but not VW and especially not a GTI, they are usually "wannabe" drivers that don't know how to drive and have everything to prove to everyone, it's actually kind of sad that this type of person is almost always owning a GTI. They have just enough money to own a "faster" car and they think they own the road and expect everyone to make way for them and if you don't they get pissed at you. Tail-gate you and I've even seen one cause an accident and just drive away while the other two cars stop and are responsible enough to call the police and report the GTI. Oh well, enough rant on the GTI wannabies, take care, Scott
@EpicTyme2 жыл бұрын
loved the format, very funny
@brianglendenning16322 жыл бұрын
Parts Guy has some skills!
@girginarda2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Real test..
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@medler21102 жыл бұрын
Great test and fun to watch, but I do worry there is a BMW dealership in Germany trying to sell a GS with demo mileage only on it. 😁
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
LOL! Good point!
@ramonoakenfull2406 Жыл бұрын
Add the extra weight to the bags and see how much you need to adjust weight . Rear spring etc
@aminjan562 жыл бұрын
My neighbours in Australia who were germans used to fix cars trucks motorcycles themselves, or yes less talks lol
@MindfulMotorcyclist2 жыл бұрын
I commend the effort you put into this video, great job!
@matoulaGR2 жыл бұрын
bravo. one of the best ever.videos
@highcountrypioneer30253 ай бұрын
I'm from America looking to move or partially move to Germany in Baden Wittenberg. Is it true there is nowhere to ride off road like in the states other than ohv parks? Would there be even a point of bringing a dual sport?
@dnbanb2 ай бұрын
The Guy = The Stig for Germans
@robperkins26742 жыл бұрын
Nice job sweet bike I keep wishing for on but it’s just not working.
@spetersonmusic2 жыл бұрын
That's some crazy real world testing. LOL!! Bravo!
@peterjones2462 жыл бұрын
Thank you guys for a good video. Please can you tell me what type of sw motech side bags you have fitted here.. very interested in them. Thank you so much, Peter 1200 gs rider uk))
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Sure they are the SW-Motech SysBag WP, you can use them with or without the mounts and will fit any bike. ride safe, Scott
@AMPJ082 жыл бұрын
This was awesome video! Nice idea. Your guy looks tall so he seems at ease moving around the GS I am small and it helps an off road GS but when moving it or lifting it OMG I'd wish for a lighter bike. I respect the skill of those moving GS on technical off road because it is NOT easy with such a bike contrary to what they say and people always hide the injury aspect too which could easily end any ride. I'd keep mine for plain forest roads even after hours of training with instructors.
@maxflight7772 жыл бұрын
Get the proper bike for the dirt ! A 106kg KTM EXC450
@AMPJ082 жыл бұрын
@@maxflight777 oh yes that's my lesson learnt when it comes to off road.
@mrbjay5443 Жыл бұрын
The Guy can ride with great German efficiency!
@caslanidis61352 жыл бұрын
I was really looking forward to these bags, but I was very upset when I found out the weight of these bags along with the mounts!
@benwells23382 жыл бұрын
Following this mini series of GS exploits, Scott trades in his RT for a GS 😆 Haha I kid, for your needs I’m sure the RT suits you marvelously. Personally I’ve never been a fan of the bike’s looks, and any model that uses the boxer engine just isn’t very aesthetically pleasing to me (I’ve always felt the RS model in particular looks like a pregnant goat with the headlight “eyes” and swept back mirrors looking like the goat’s horns) but you really just can’t deny the full-on utility, AND ability to be thrashed around like this vid shows, is why I will likely turn a blind eye down the road over how I feel of its looks, and pick one up as my dedicated touring rig. I know some people do actually like the bike’s looks but for me personally, let’s just say I’m anxiously awaiting the rumored 1300 to see what stylistic changes BMW makes 😋
@Motorcycle_Mike2 жыл бұрын
What a machine, what a video👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 🔝🎬🎥🎥🎥🎥
@robato282 жыл бұрын
Great and funny video, the beard looks quite good on you by the way
@federalli169 Жыл бұрын
I'm convinced.
@sinishasekulich19792 жыл бұрын
More of this video’s Scott!!! NTP rules!!
@robp32842 жыл бұрын
One more thing Scott: you really need to change your name from "Nothing to Prove" to "Living a Dream."
@larryvanputten40482 жыл бұрын
Nice video and nice timing, now that the GS Trophy in Albania is running! Check those video's, specially for the guy's who keep telling the GS is too heavy for offroad use.
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Larry, the GS Trophy is one event I would like to do and film it while I do it too. I hope I get to do it before I'm too old...lol. take care, Scott
@wazreba58592 жыл бұрын
Perfect for "short" ones.
@logicfirst79592 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Scott - This video alone needs to get at least 100K views - it has to - I am just crazy promoting it.
@inspectorclouseau38802 жыл бұрын
Hey Scott, there has been an issue with water getting in to the housing of the shaft drive, did that bike have the mod fitted? a drain plug, and did you notice any water getting in near the shaft? be nice if you could test a GS again in water to see if the modifaction works
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
Yea, I think it had it, i'll double check with the head mechanic and get back to you.
@markuskoob93352 жыл бұрын
Nice video! Fun to watch. Not sure if I would take mine through all of that, but it's good to know she could take all the beating with ease... 🤣 Guess I should watch out for some off-road training / course next year - those skills should be handy in any case.
@lashchenkovlog2 жыл бұрын
Dream!🏍
@aarontarbit1660 Жыл бұрын
Not a bad video ol mate, but nearly getting dizzy from all of the camera changes….
@MuhammadAli-fb6nu Жыл бұрын
I respect those who love the 1250GS, but I have a question. Why choose such a heavy machine for off-roading? To truly enjoy off-road experiences, it's best to choose a lighter bike that won't be cumbersome and allow for better handling.
@jamesdean89512 жыл бұрын
Great video
@zaventem43462 жыл бұрын
This video is a proof that SW Motech bags and accessories add instant 10hp and 10% more off-road capabilities. On a triple black even more so, it seems. 💪 Btw what tyres did you have on? Cheers!
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
Continental TKC80 😁👍
@desaparecido82 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@michaelbarnes69012 жыл бұрын
Top video pal an would not do this to mine cos I fall off evan at the tolls in Spain 🤣👍
@curnobullen2 жыл бұрын
Great video 👏🏻👏🏻
@monjan00172 жыл бұрын
It's good but heavy .. . Would there be pick-up assist or stuck assist mechanism coming ?
@NothingToProve2 жыл бұрын
LOL!!! But that would be great if it could be done!