R1200GS Accessories-Dave and I talk Pretty, Useful or Useless

[@paultaylor6766]

OMG I have just had the cold realisation that I am a Dave. They always say acceptance is the first step to recovery ...lol. Apart from the riding the accessories is the next best thing about owning a GS. Long live the legend of Dave!

[@fjrboy]

Thank you Andy for your reply,I will look into these! I'm loving the exclusive,part exchange my 2014 TE for it. Smoother box, better comfort,engine seems less ''rattley''. The TFF Screen is lovely!...

[@fjrboy]

Fitted the side lights and they look great, one thing I did different though was to drill a small hole behind bracket to feed wires through, so you don't see wires.

[@frankvanwaterschoot7063]

I think I’m the Dutch version of Dave 😄. Just swapped my perfect my 2015 GS for a 2018 GSA just like Dave’s mainly for the TFT, the better gear box, langer tank and beasty GSA looks. The Touratech importer is only 30 km away from my home.... 🙈😄

[@rdv8325]

Dave is a hero

[@davidrouton997]

Enjoy your videos! You're having fun and that's all that matters. I like the GoPro mount on the front. Was thinking about adding one but I use a Send 10C which already has the front covered so have been putting it off. Good idea anyway. Happy New Year and looking forward to your next trip guys!

[@Bazza47]

Just wondering on this epic adventure how much shoppjng did Dave manage to put in his panniers and top box? Have you got a link for the plastic headlight guard? Failing that let me know where Dave will be parked next weekend so I can pull his off and pinch his. Cheers Ade

[@ampm9771]

Andy, you always give Dave a good roasting and you make him a bit embarrassed 😅

[@andybcole]

It’s a game we play - he gives as good as he gets off camera 😄

[@drumsnbass]

For useful lights check out Skene Designs, especially for their tail lights. Easy install, and obnoxiously attention getting for very small lights. Mudsling is pretty useful for protecting that rear shock, I have one. Cylinder head guards only needed if no crash bars.

[@dtruman15]

Thanks ! i will check the lights out, Andy will love them. I do need more lights. Happy New Year! Dave.

[@drumsnbass]

DAVID TRUMAN - love them myself!

[@dtruman15]

This week i have decided to fit the Denalli Cansmart contoller to my gsa Rally, and with this i will fit the Denali D4's and Denali Soundbomb. So the Cammart will give me an easy way to fit the Skene's and control them. Hopefully Andy and myself will be able to put out a info video about the setup and working of there's items. Regards Dave.

[@mototakahe836]

Got to love thee videos. Thank you both.

[@BarrettPowell]

Thanks for sharing. Great video. The newer front lights were redesigned so if you break or crack the front cover you do not have to replace the entire front light assembly like I guess you used to have to do. You simply remove the front bezel and the cover and replace that. I'm sure it is only a few dollars...or pounds in your case, but certainly no where near $1,000 I don't think. Still I would recommend a guard in any case.

[@alexmorgan3435]

Dave is a star! HNY to you both.

[@dtruman15]

Hi Alex, Thanks i will take that as a positive observation!! Ha Ha! Happy New Year! Dave.

[@mikestewart7322]

Love those accessories boys. All pretty and all useful. Think a Dave needs some of those little Touratech bags that hang on each side of the bikes protection bars, and probably some extra soft luggage to strap to the side panniers, oh and ??? I bet I could get another grands worth of things that Dave doesn’t even know he needs yet. Happy new year to you both. Ps Dave get the bloody bike cleaned mate, it’s a disgrace👍🏻👍🏻🏍🏍😂

[@pauljordan6016]

Hey Andy/ Dave, thanks for the video, love them informative & make me laugh. Really interested in the small LED fairing lights on Andy's bike. The link advises pages not found. I have searched and cannot find. Do they still make them? Any others you can recommend? Thanks again

[@andybcole]

Looks like they've stopped making them as this video is now a few years old. I would recommend something like a Denali system - denalielectronics.com/collections/led-drl-backup-lights

[@pauljordan6016]

@@andybcole thank you for your reply and additional info. Ride safe. Have fun

[@ianmills35]

First time I’ve watched one of your vids, well done chaps really enjoyed it, can’t beat a few accessories, I’ve put, DRL’s on my RT 1200, not BMW ones, I’m a Yorkshireman living in Scotland got them of Amazon and a Ram Mount copy that has a USB wired in 👍. Have just subscribed so looking forward to the next one. Cheers lads.

[@fjrboy]

Ok Andy, I've been looking at the Garmin camera, did you use the charging cable to permanently power it or is there another cable I would need to buy?

[@andybcole]

fjrboy I used the cable that comes with it, it clips on retaining a robust and waterproof connection.

[@nickvanmeldert3982]

Hi guys, great vids you have there ;) Just one question, do you like the mudsling on the bike? pro's and con's?

[@andybcole]

Nick Vanmeldert love it, pro is it keeps the bike much cleaner, no cons I can think of.

[@IanTed]

Happy New Year, I have the standard GS Triple Black, accessories all useful, Mudsling front and back, Wunderlich rack bags, wind deflectors and GoPro mount, also starter motor and rear brake covers from Touratech. Wunderlich bar bag, Optimate dual USB socket, Puig Black engine bars and touring screen. Radiator guards are essential, mine are from Rizoma, auxiliary lights from BMW. GSs are a gadget freaks dream, oh I forgot the Nav5😝😝

[@dtruman15]

Hi Ian!! I like it. Lots of gadgets is good!! Regards Dave.

[@mikestewart7322]

Ian Du Rose like your style dude, I can’t help myself with all that crap either. Gotta be done.👍🏻

[@krugsth]

Really enjoying your videos. Always with a smile. There are much more accessories to put on the bike. 😂 I think Dave have to buy a pair of TKC 80 now, and try it on the gravel, like we do in the Nordics.

[@andybcole]

krugsth Dave? Gravel? No chance!

[@raki2870]

I checked some of your old videos, you have improved a lot of making the videos, good job. Do you have already any new adventure plans for next summer?

[@andybcole]

ragnar nakus a few short trips in the U.K. are starting to appear...not sure yet!

[@jblue1299]

How often do the valves have to be adjusted on the GS ?

[@josolari6264]

You were nearly serious for the first few minutes Dave, got me worried... 🤣

[@wombal177jim]

I enjoy your vlogs a lot, all the best to you both for the new year and looking forward to more of the same in 2018, the banter is great Dave doesn't break a sweat Great stuff.

[@dtruman15]

Hi Wombal. Thanks for your great comments!! Have a great 2018!!! Regards Dave.

[@davidwilson6245]

HI I'd be interested in a video install, if Dave does purchase Hex e can system, I have just bought the Denalli Cansmart contoller and D2 lights with Soundbomb horn to install

[@dtruman15]

Hi David, Yes ok , if i go ahead and get Hex easycan we will have a go, also if you haven't already look up the install video at Hex can web site its ok. Regards Dave.

[@davidwilson6245]

DAVID TRUMAN , thanks David ,already checked out video , but not clear on best way to route the wiring etc

[@dtruman15]

Ok David, If i get one i will look at where best to feed the wiring, Also for me i have the latest gsa rally 2018 bike with the TFT screen and so i need to check if it ok to fit a hex can unit to my bike. Regards Dave.

[@paullee6663]

Dave said...."I'll keep them for when I come to sell my bike" Having only just bought it!!!I think if it was £1k to replace a headlamp unit, I'm inclined to follow Dave's school of thought! Happy New Year to you both, looking forward to the videos in 2018.

[@dtruman15]

Hi Paul, Thanks for comments, Happy New Year to you as well. Regards Dave.

[@andyg7429]

Hi Andy & Dave, just been watching a few of your videos, great stuff. Andy, do you find your GS is a good compromise between your old 1200R & the GSA. I have a 2017 standard Triple Black & went for it over the GSA because of the size, weight & sportier handling, I guess you did the same. BTW I also have the film type of headlight protector, ideal ;-)

[@andybcole]

That was pretty much my logic and the only thing I miss on the GS is the 150 less miles in the tank.

[@andyg7429]

A small price to pay for all the advantages in my opinion. Can you realistically ride 350 miles without stopping anyway!

[@GMANS_BIKES_CARS]

Great vid lads, Happy Newyear, cheers. G-MAN 🍺👍🏍💨

[@bryanrobertson1298]

Really enjoy the videos, one question on the micro flooters from Wunderlich after fitting do they require to be switched on via bmw tech’s computer as does spotlights Bry

[@andybcole]

No I have them wired in to the auxiliary socket so they are permanently on, going off when the bike is off...

[@bryanrobertson1298]

Cheers

[@bryanrobertson1298]

Hi Andy Not having a great electrical knowledge how did you wire the flooters up to a auxiliary socket

[@andybcole]

Bryan Robertson Hi Bryan, the auxiliary socket has two leads coming from the back of it, splice the lights into those two leads. It’s a bit fiddly as there isn’t much wire to play with. If you’re not confident I’d suggest getting an electrician to do it as it’s easy to wire them the wrong way round or make a mess of it and knacker the aux socket!

[@MrPea56]

Great to hear a bit of critical advice from the midlands, than from the USA where they seem to have more money than sense, keep it up guys

[@andybcole]

Tony Peach Oh I don’t know, Dave’s got way more money than sense :-)

[@fjrboy]

Great video, didn't quite catch name of small lights and where you got them from, i would like them for my GS Exclusive

[@andybcole]

fjrboy check out the video description - says there...

[@fjrboy]

Der....thanks for that!..they look great, just ordered a set. Did you power them from the auxillary socket?

[@andybcole]

fjrboy I did, cut them into the power behind the socket.

[@fjrboy]

Thanks Andy!..I'm thinking of getting a go pro camera,any tips n what model etc?

[@andybcole]

fjrboy personally I use a Garmin VIRB XE as it is easy to power permanently from a USB socket, uses a GoPro mount and the footage is good. It also has all the sensors built in. Gopros are good but a pain to power permanently and retain a waterproof camera

[@osibig]

New GS looks crap without the blades at the front...I’ll be keeping my 2016 triple black.

[@lonewolf3804]

Does dave have a GS with low suspension? Happy new year!

[@andybcole]

Yes he does...

[@lonewolf3804]

Now I was curious, how tall is he?

[@dtruman15]

Hi! Not as tall as Andy, about 5'10 inside leg 30". So the new bike is lowered and works great, with the new suspension I have the option to low and higher the bike. but so far having it set at auto is ok for me. Regards Dave.

[@lonewolf3804]

Hi, do not get me wrong, I thought you were taller, I also suffer from the same problem! Make life a ride.

[@peturstefansson]

Happy New Year

[@Mark_B544]

Do these accessories apply to GSA?

[@andybcole]

Vast majority do, just worth checking when ordering....

[@DannyBBom]

Happy New Year, you pair of crazy gear heads. I'm trying to find the £40 micro flooters Andy mentioned. Can't find anything for that price on the Wunderlich site, they're all about €399. Think he's quoting "wife price".

[@andybcole]

Tempting - I've updated the video description with the link - I save 'wife-pricing' for the new bikes :-)

[@richardharris5819]

www.wunderlich.de/shop/en/led-park-light-p-marker-28440-002-1.html

[@bryanrobertson1298]

Thanks that’s a great help 👌👌

[@euromodeller]

" is that wifes prices?" haha I can definitely relate to that

[@mikestewart7322]

OBTW, lights are a whole separate subject. I could easily unload £2k on adventure bike lighting.😆

[@andybcole]

and most of us don't even ride in the dark unless we have to :-)

[@TheDervMan]

Would be useful to have a link to the various bits of bling on Dave’s bike 👍🏻😬

[@dtruman15]

Hi DervMan, very good point! I will get Andy to it!! Ha. Thanks for your comments, dave.

[@andybcole]

Just added the ones I could find to the description for you - Happy New Year!

[@TheDervMan]

andybcole Good stuff, it was the Optimate jobby and side lights that intrigued me. Thanks for updating the description.

[@JohnBurnet1]

Yep happy new year to you both. I think I will be getting your type of lights Andy for my Rallye.

[@dtruman15]

Hi John, Please do not say that ! Andy will live on this for a week. Ha Ha! Happy New Year. Dave.

[@drumsnbass]

You need the LED turn signal bulbs from Dynamic Moterrad as well! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGPbiqyJpcaNj9E

[@dtruman15]

They look very good!!! thank for that. Also i like your videos!! Regards Dave.

[@drumsnbass]

Put mine in today. The video of them does not do them justice. They are BRIGHT! Huge difference & highly recommended.

[@dtruman15]

Thanks for letting us know, added them to the list. Regards Dave.

[@CaptainK007]

Well with Dave on form, Suzi Perry and the gadget show, watch out! 😊😊🍻🍻🏍💨🐖💨

[@andybcole]

If I had to choose between Suzi and Dave....sorry mate, Suzi wins :-)

[@dtruman15]

Hi Steve, I can not believe that comment from Andy!!! Ha.

[@CaptainK007]

DAVID TRUMAN I know Dave. After all these years as a couple he sides with Suzi Perry. Outrageous... looking forward to plenty of interviews this year.. great stuff happy new year to all. 🍻🍻🏍💨🐖💨

[@StuHNomadBiker]

Has Dave bought anything this month ?. I need to know 😂... I need an update

[@andybcole]

NomadBiker it’s the snow here - stopped the postie!

[@namcojr]

You know you can get most of those parts for a fraction of the price... My radiator guards, machined stainless steel cost me €22 through AliExpress and they rival the mega-expensive Touratech €100+ parts.

[@andybcole]

Completely agree - try persuading Dave though :-)

[@andyjamestf]

I have a feeling Dave’s wife is the most lied to on you tube 😆

[@andybcole]

andrew truzzi best comment I’ve heard for ages!

[@dtruman15]

Hi Hi!!! She is a great girl, she just understands. Great comment. Dave.

[@andyjamestf]

DAVID TRUMAN you couldn’t get her to have a word with my wife could you?!? Love the Chanel keep it up thanks guys

[@geoffnepo]

Great audio

[@aslanhaikal4509]

420quid for radiator guard? You guys need to check aliexpress first

[@Gregs_World]

touratech does NOT say to NOT use the radiator guards in hot weather areas i just asked them i live in florida VERY HOT they said... buy and use them... like i always have love you guys love the videos just wanted you to know that

[@andybcole]

Greg Savel not wanting to cause an argument but I beg to differ...taken straight from their website (read description at bottom)... shop.touratech.co.uk/stainless-steel-radiator-protector-black-bmw-r1200gs-lc-r1200gs-adventure-lc.html

[@Gregs_World]

that is horrible, because United States-based website doesn't say that... in the representative from the United States company aspect said that is not true... . I love you guys and I appreciate you pointing that out to me, and of course I'm the kind of person who is also spent all his money on everything touratech makes on 2 GS and 2 GS adventure bikes... LOL... I live in Florida, where it is very hot. So now I don't know what to do. I can't believe that a company can't even agree on it. UK versus US based websites. . All of what was said that you just linked me to was on the US side as well, except for the part about the heat rejection. Got to love this company. . Thanks for your reply. I really appreciate please continue to make entertaining, thoughtful, and fantastic videos. , Greg

[@drumsnbass]

More lighting for you! www.motominded.com/collections/helmet-led-kits/products/torch-trail-helmet-led Add one of these and shake your h and at stupid drivers!

[@andybcole]

drumsnbass they look nice but I wouldn’t recommend attaching something like that to your helmet, in a crash it can compromise the helmet structure and also prevents the helmet from sliding, effectively breaking your neck through twisting...

[@drumsnbass]

The lights are magnet mounted and come off in an impact.

[@andybcole]

drumsnbass that’s a novel approach...

[@drumsnbass]

I don't have one, but it may happen. Good for riding if you need attention, good ona trail, good if you camp as you can run on a battery.

[@drumsnbass]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqecY2OriLCmkJo

[@yabayin]

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