R1300GS Owner Reviews the New BMW R1300GSA

I took out the brand new BMW R1300GSA for a quick first ride the other week, whilst my own R1300GS was in having the ‪@QDEXHAUSTOFFICIAL‬ Headers fitted at Group1 Motorrad in Brighton.
Here are my first ride thoughts.
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[@restorider]

I rode one, it does everything you expect it to do very very well but i didn't feel it was hugely different to the 1250GS it replaced and certainly not enough to warrant shelling out the huge asking price. Then I rode the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro and and instantly it felt a more characterful and engaging motorbike, it put a grin on my face and I chose that over the new GS. All about personal choice isn't it, different bikes suit different people for loads of different reasons.

[@benkelly2190]

Well said.

[@hensola]

Dropping a Tiger Explorer 10 times in 12 months last year, nah, I'm sold on Triumph anymore.

[@MayorofDipshittery-lq7if]

I’ve ordered a new multistrada V4 over the new BMW 1300GS, it’s no better than my current 1250GS and I still think it’s Fugly.

[@mianozzy6772]

I have Tiger 1200 GT PRO for two years now love the bike

[@TacticalHamsterDance]

@@MayorofDipshittery-lq7if me too, 1300 looks better (for me) but the new features have been a mixed bunch. Some improvements, some neither better nor worse and some worse (CBS, electric windshield etc.). It wasn't enough when a better bike (MTS) has been available for a few years.

[@PDCRed]

That route brought back memories of riding from Reading to Eastbourne every Friday night to see my girlfriend, back in 1996. Froze my bits off. Was worth it though, been married to her for 24 years now 👍

[@kevincurtis9348]

NICE REVIEW BRUCE!! JUST A SHAME THE BIKE IS NOT AS GOOD LOOKING AS THE GS1250 WHICH I HAVE & LOVE IT!! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK MATE! LOVE YOUR CHANEL 😀

[@paul.vanhout57]

Solid review; GSA appears to be a winner though too heavy for my riding and too rich for my bank account. Great work👏

[@dexradio]

Never been a huge GS fan, but after seeing this one in the flesh, I could be convinced 🙂

[@beans4491]

Great video Bruce, nice tip at the start with the engine modes…like the sound of almost a wheelie mode..😂 I actually took delivery of a triple black 1300 GSA this morning with forged wheels and can only describe the ride as sensational! With the higher seat, and windscreen, i think it would change the geometry enough for you to get used to the new tank width and screen protection, my comfort is sublime. I honestly love this bike to bits…best bike i have ever ridden. Super review mate.

[@UsernameKate]

Yessss!!! Watching with a brew!!! :)

[@Fernando90054]

Nice first impressions video on the new GSA. I also ride a standard 1300 GS and when tested this GSA , not the green one with the low seat and the shorter windshield, but the Triple black with full extras excluding the ASA device. My overall impressions are similar to what you mentioned. I also felt that on an hour test ride is difficult to get ourselves very easy adapted to this machine but I got the impression that my 1300 GS feels somehow perceptible faster and the force of the whole structure against the asphalt is sensibly stronger, demanding more effort from the Tyres . I loved the bigger protection of the bike in every way compared to the 1300 GS, which is good but on this GSA it’s superb. If I can get the deal I need, I’m seriously thinking in swapping! Ride safe and keep on the wonderful work here. This was very useful for confirmation purposes. Thanks 🤘

[@TonyDAdventures]

I had the GS 1200, every time I stopped I dropped the dam bike changed to RT, I'm not a huge fan of the new GS look, but Thank you BMW for the adaptive ride height..!! I am 5.7 and I can ride the new GS quite easy, and for that..!! This summer you know what I'm getting myself..!!!!!!!!!! Thank's Bruce..!!!

[@AdamsLifeRiding]

Nobody does reviews as good as Bruce. Nice one, Bruce

[@TheRealChetManley]

Love the new gs and the gsa. I might get a gs triple black this yr.

[@livingthedreambuildingthedream]

Always a pleasure watching your videos.

[@inspectorclouseau3880]

It really suits you Bruce, you being a bigger chap

[@ninja12lawbreaker]

Nice to see you tooling about my manor Bruce. Your not the only journo to spot the new GSA feels like a different bike. Its a proper mans bike innit, I even want one and I usually laugh at 1200cc off road bikes

[@RichardEaseman]

…..because ASA could help some people with joint or muscular issues, or just want to pootle about for long distances…. I have a standard 1300 GS but I am interested in trying a GS adventure with ASA to see if it still gives you the same enjoyment as a manual and to see if it helps me enjoy riding for longer

[@Fernando90054]

That’s the same order of reasons why I tested the new GSA. And in my opinion, the potential is all there. The ASA is from my point of view a game changer and it compensates the loss of superior agility and nimbleness of the standard 1300 GS. I also feel that the Standard GS is easier to ride faster on roads with semi intense traffic but the higher position of the GSA and the mass of the bigger structure play a part on longer rides at faster paces. The difference of this new GSA to the GS is much more sensible on this generation than the predecessor 1250 cc bikes. Aesthetically, I applaud the audacity of the new GSA design. In fact I’m ok with the 1300 GS, but the 1300 GSA corrected for me some aspects that weren’t brilliant on the GS. For instance the Matrix front light is much more harmonious inserted on the GSA than on the GS. Now these two bikes are two very different proposals. In my case, I was using to ride on solo the 1300 GS and it was fine. But when I got a pillion at the back seat I felt cramped there against the gas tank. On the GSA there’s room for two people with all the comfort for short or longer rides, for traveling without worrying to stop so often. Points against:- The price is a barrier and next is to get skilled dominating this big bike on general diverse and adverse road conditions, on asphalt and when appropriate, off road, because it’s these bikes DNA. We must not forget that marvelous virtue. This new GSA sets the flame on and it’s a defiant machine to achieve a dominant behavior riding it on every different occasion and occurrence we can face for an average rider. It complies but we must apply ourselves and for me that’s what makes it interesting!

[@valuemastery]

I think the ASA is great and really can help in situations like traffic jams or on long rides. Still I've decided against it. My reasoning is, that I've switched to electric driving with our car, and I want to keep at least one "old school" vehicle that reminds me how it was in the old days, and gives the driver actually something to do and master the machine. And that includes a combustion engine, manual gear switching, and clutch.

[@Fernando90054]

@@valuemastery ​​⁠perfectly understandable. I still cherish my BMW R nine T, not just because of the same reasons but because it claims for another behavior from the riders brain and body and that is something valuable that we shouldn’t lose focused on the marvelous technology of today! Keep on posting. See if can bring us more details about experience with this newer machinery (maybe pointing the faults of it, once that in the present is difficult to find them). Thanks for replying 👍🏻

[@TwoFourCharlie007]

This is the first review I’ve seen of this new GSA, Seen it in the flesh a few times now, it’s still not growing on me mind, bear in mind when ya compare it to the KTM or Ducati, you are riding a distinguished gentleman’s bike lol cheers Brucey babe😘

[@dancarlin5434]

Good review. 1250 gsa owner checking in, the tank width does take some getting used to, but once you get used to it you don't notice it.

[@markshirley7639]

One on order arrives the end of this month (November) traded in my 1300 gs ! Can't wait !

[@Eastsussexbiker]

Nice review Bruce

[@teapotone]

Thanks bud👍

[@thewoodster8607]

A bikermate of mine with a 1300 rode the 1300GSA ASA. One of the many positive comments he gave was that the ASA alleviated the crappy GSAP issues on the GS. He had a £9K gap to buy the new one. He is going to do the deal. That's an expensive solution to a jerky gearbox below 3rd gear going up. I think we are approaching maximum madness with this.

[@alanspence1716]

What is GSAP please? My friend google has not enlightened me. New to BMW world.

[@nickrider5220]

Very good review Bruce. I didn't buy a Fireblade when they were the latest and greatest, I didn't like the way the tank pushed my legs apart, so I get your tank observation. Your bike sounds more like it goes now, please give an update on the downpipes 👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Great vid as ever Brucey - I’m sure the big new GSA is fabulous to ride….but to my peepers it is repulsive to look at…..real shame.

[@GPR111]

You're not alone.... I was primed to purchase but am so disappointed.

[@lifesjourneyat50]

After riding both the 1300’s….my 21’ GSA and 23” GS….I stick with them…not that drastically different and the looks of the 1250 is still superior….IMO….thanks for the video….great job!!!

[@MayorofDipshittery-lq7if]

No argument here 👍

[@valuemastery]

I felt very different, I think it's really a personal thing. After test riding the 1300GS a few months ago, my 1250GS immediately looked old to me. Also, I liked the greatly improved handling. So I switched over.

[@lifesjourneyat50]

@@valuemastery its definitely personal choice....but after installing new suspension thats equal to the new ones....unless you have a bike 20' and back - I dont see the need for upgrade...now if you have the cash and want to...go for it...I get it - new is always NICE...ha!!!...enjoy your ride!!

[@EdinburghRetroPC]

It is just Fat GS, why would I need one? kinda knew you would love it lol. Gonna make you up a T-shirt with that slogan

[@iancairns5046]

Please please please do an up to date vid on how to set up helmet/mike. I am at the point of giving it all up as the mike lets me down every single time!!! Like the way you started off loving it and throughout the journey begin to change your mind. People need to know this.

[@antonoat]

Guess it's run-in now, lol. great quick review, cheers

[@curnobullen]

Love the off road riding Bruce, it definitely counts 🤣. Great video

[@BugManRides]

Good Day Bruce, recently had a chance to sit on a new 1300GSA here in Florida, it had just come out of the box… I was on a mission to test ride BMW’s, rode the K1600GT, K1600GA, the S1000XR, R1250GSA.. I am not a fan of how the 1300’s look, but have to say in all sincerity that having called the GSA an Igloo Cooler on wheels I found it not overly offensive. Still prefer the 1250GSA looks and picked up a Blue Rally GSA R1250GSA model, this will be my second GS style bike, and love the physical size of the machine. Have a couple other bikes that are larger in size as well. Harley Road Glide ST, Indian Challenger Darkhorse. *The best part is that BMW is giving huge discounts on the 2024’s.

[@laurencefaux6451]

Just completed a 2 hour test rideout today (sat 9th Nov) from Chester to Bala and back, these are my findings (comparison to existing bike - see end): Smoother eager engine (midrange+ very strong/frightening), easy to ride very fast as much less vibration feedback, notcy gear change (newness perhaps), quickshifter change not much difference, seat firm, ride firm, less flickable (needed more input to countersteer). That said about the seat/ride, I rode for 2 hours but my ass was fine. Current bike is an R1200GS LC TE (62k miles). No deal breakers from what I can see.

[@BikersEspana]

Not just a "fat GS" then. I definitely agree that they look better in person than in pictures. 😀👍🏍

[@davidbadham3712]

I love the looks of the new GSA and i took one out on a demo last week. The ride felt harsh and the performance left me thinking it wasn't that good. I should've checked the settings before I left the dealership, maybe it needed setting up better. But so far, my Multi V4s has nothing to worry about 🤔

[@simonrichardson3167]

Good one Bruce, get practicing the splits! I have a 73 plate 1300 and tried the GSA this week. Like you I loved, it far from the lardy big bro, it was the same but a bit better in most areas than the GS. Felt manageable in the car park wheeling it about. Tank width at the legs I noticed but then quickly forgot about, I think the bars may be slightly wider as it peeved my dodgy shoulder a bit. The handling and ride, superb. I won't be swapping anytime soon but feel it's the better bike out of the two and not something you buy just for a bigger fuel tank and more rugged looks.

[@Anticide.]

been waiting for this one!

[@oldmanonapan7678]

Great view from the saddle

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

My Yamaha FZ1 had kind of a wide tank. I loved the bike, but I would get a cramp in my hip about every other time I would ride it. I would be riding down the road, standing up, because I was trying to get rid of the cramp. I ended up trading it in for a ZX14R and no more cramping.

[@gazman3568]

Owned a GSA 1200 a decated remapped one for ten years. Loved it stonking bike. After over 45 years of riding bikes and them getting heavier every year decided sell the GSA sell my other very tuned KTM 950 sm with the very small depreciation over many years afforded me a Yamaha T7 and Honda CrF 300 rally. Yamaha Tenere fully sorted tuning wise is a far better bike than a lardy GS . Honda CRF with remap will cruise at 80mph all day long and is like riding a mountain bike. Only chore is having chains to maintain. I don't miss trying to pick up a GSA in the middle of nowhere. They are road bikes that may do offroad but no use at all in wet stuff.

[@gazman3568]

Meant the wet muddy stuff.

[@delk5024]

Looking forward to a decat video. You going to stick it on a dyno and get it mapped? Tempted to do the same on my 1250 GSA. See BHP UK have had some good success.

[@3375mikey]

Thank you for the review, I was curious, is the new 1300 gsa seat as comfortable as the 1250 gsa? Because everyone complains about that in the new 1300 gs

[@taz473]

Nice,can't wait for ktm 1390 superadventure review ❤

[@LS-ck3bt]

I’ve tested a few as of now .The comfort seat is the way forward found the std and the low to hard after about 1.5 hours the pain starts lol.

[@Eastsussexbiker]

Hi Bruce, what is the camera that is filming you with the red frame on it? What make a camera is that

[@teapotone]

It’s the insta360 Ace Pro. I’ve been using it since I did the USA trip in March’24 and it’s become my favourite camera for motovlog stuff so far. Way more reliable than GoPro, and better audio than the DJI Action 4 in my opinion. I’ve bought the Action 5 and just got sent the Ace Pro 2 from insta360, so will be trying them out soon 👍

[@ws7186]

brilliant vid bruce 😀

[@dr.chrismort8448]

Good video Bruce👍. It looks like a corker of a machine

[@223Sako]

For me as a non GS owner the standard GS is a good looking bike, but that GSA is more of an acquired taste. One I doubt I will be acquiring any time soon.

[@on2wheels275]

I will wait for the R1350GSA coming out FEB 2026

[@the_mad_leprechaun]

Nice one Bruce. I enjoyed that. I wonder what the clutch less GSA will be like to ride. 🤔

[@hughmac7423]

The GSA does look good, then the 1300GS also looks good, much better than the 1250GS. De-CAT, I'm sure it would make a difference. I have a 2022 Pan America Special, and I fitted a V&H muffler, it made a massive difference to the low end power, below 5000RPM, and above, plus the sound is fantastic, with the pop on deceleration. No change to fuel consumption, and it still has the CAT.

[@BugManRides]

I am going to be the contrarian to your comment, the 1300 GS is a small and not handsome machine (IMO), the GSA actually looks better in person but still not as nice as the 1250GSA. The only thing that the 1300 has over the 1250 is the ACC, and blind spot monitoring. IMO… The 2024 actually feels and looks bigger than the new smaller 1300’s.

[@oddjob4877]

I’ve test ridden the new GSA twice. The handling is miles better than the old 1250. The ASA quick shifter is as smooth as butter. The larger screen option gives great wind protection (I’m 6ft3). The only downsides were the seat which was way too hard and the ride which also was way too hard, even in road mode. I would definitely upgrade from my 1250 if the bike was more comfortable, but both test rides left me with a numb bum after an hour and that’s just not acceptable on a touring bike.

[@matsrekdal3065]

I tested it on friday.🙂 Did you go into the settings menu and adjust the damping? It is adjustable between -2 and +2. Road mode can be set up to any of those alternatives. Maybe the guy who rode the bike before you set the damping to the firmest (+2) setting. Like you, i am very concerned about comfort, and with the damping in -2, it was very nice. I agree about the seat, even though after two hours of riding, it felt ok.

[@oddjob4877]

@@matsrekdal3065 Unfortunately, adjusting that setting is only possible if you purchase the dynamic package - and it still doesn't solve the problem of the rock hard seat - which regrettably was of bigger concern.

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

Valve adjustments have to be cheaper on this motor. Don't even have to take the tank off to do them. This boxer motor's got a vintage airplane kind of sound to it. I've got the man flu right now too. 9 days of suffering so far.

[@teapotone]

The boxer engine is probably one of the cheapest modern engines to service for valve clearances - only way you’ll get it cheaper is by either doing it yourself or not using an official motorrad dealership

[@MrFlowerfred]

Great review, thanks. What are these headers you put on GS?

[@andrewbarron317]

Great review Bruce, may I ask what if anything you use upon your glasses to stop them steaming up? 🤓

[@StewartP45]

Good review, enjoyed. Not yet been to see a GSA in the metal let alone ride, but sounds like the new GSA has regained that bit of old GS/GSA " substance" The new GS looks and feels like it's skewed a bit more to a sporting profile ( relatively speaking! it's still a 240kg motorcycle..) while the new GSA will tick boxes for the traditionalists. Very interested-and a touch concerned though- to hear your thoughts about the wider tank. One of the reasons I ended up on a 1250GS was that the narrower pegs/tank riding position relative to the competition much reduced hip pain for me by taking it out of the more splayed angle that triggered issues. Hoping to have the hip issue sorted by the end of the year but suspect I might still be sensitive to riding position (might well dictate GS over GSA but you're right,need to ride both with a open mind) So thanks for the puff/spin free review, hope you're getting the miles on the new pipes coz they're sounding good :)

[@garywiddison7988]

My R1300GS quickshifter had the "pause" between 5th and 6th which was sometimes a bit of a pain, I took it in to get it looked at where they updated the software and apparently reinitialised the shifter and now it is a LOT smoother, very occasionally get a small glitch but much less often and severe than before.

[@peteh9909]

So Bruce. New headers . Does that mean you'll be having remapped. Which one should. Will you be going to bhp tunning .

[@zyghom]

that tractor sound - if I ever want to hear a tractor I will buy a tractor - what the heck ;-)

[@ktookey]

Great vids as always What was the exhaust you had fitted to your gs and does it void the warranty Thanks

[@timvarley8589]

Can you explain why/when you’d want to grip the tank with your knees stood up? I ride off road a fair bit on my GSA and my knees don’t touch the tank. Let the bike move under you.

[@SX1000ninja]

Hello Bruce, tbh I was surprised when you didn’t go for the GSA over your current. I think you should change up pal 😄👌

[@martinhill9894]

What was the app you used for your route??

[@teapotone]

It’s called Calimoto - email me at [e-mail] if you want a discount or free month trial 👍

[@martinhill9894]

@ thanks mate. Safe travels. 👍

[@ShaftDrive]

Hey my guy, what is your phone holder you have there?

[@eriklarsson3528]

Top quality video!

[@SidTheStallion]

Love the content mate! I love my 1250GS Triple black but I am curious to try the 1300 GSA. Worth the upgrade?

[@teapotone]

Cheers Sid - but do I not cover that in the vid bud?

[@SidTheStallion]

@ I’m going to re watch the video, I don’t even remember posting that comment 😂

[@teapotone]

Ha Ha, no worries, if I don’t answer any questions then just let me know 👍

[@SidTheStallion]

@@teapotone I just took the 1300 GSA out for a spin and I quite like it! The front box tank design has grown on me a little bit of I’m being honest. Overall a nice bike!

[@asimms4101]

I'm shore you've ranted on about the standard GS been far better than a GSA over the years..

[@HalfManHalfPirate]

I've been telling you for years Bruce 😉

[@ex0148]

Chatting to my biker mates, the old school GS owners hate this. I would never buy a GS before, but love this. We came to the conclusion BMW aren't targeting the now much older audiences, the type who have probably bought a 1250gs and it will be their last big bike. BMW are targeting a younger audience and it shows in the general response. It's an amazing bike, and I'm going from a Ducatie to a BMW GSA, which is what BMW wants.

[@johnwelbers4248]

Have the 1200 gsa and I like it with the bigger tank etc. you being a big dude bigger would be better. Looks are something else. 🤓😎🏍💨💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦🍻

[@MarkN67]

Nice review of the bike but if you listen carefully to the sound you can definitely hear The Wurzels.

[@andypowles6256]

Great video Bruce did I spy some Lone Rider Motolights fitted to your GS?

[@exeterrider]

Umm I may be swayed. I'm still on the fence, it's relibuilty which is key for me on this one. Exhaust sounds great 👍

[@johnmacdonald1878]

Nice bike, probably not the one for me. I like my standard GS. Comfort is the interesting question, Long distance, long day comfort is why I really like my GS.

[@davidharrington1133]

Saddle looks quite narrow at the front, does this help you get your feet flatter?

[@Swarbrick129]

Hi Bruce Where did you buy the shoulder bag ???

[@WDXash]

BMW are good at sorting things out and deliberately not shouting about it.

[@BugManRides]

Hey Bruce what top case do you have on your bike? Lone Rider?

[@neilurquhart8622]

I do wonder if we (bikers) really NEED all the electronic options…..I’m perfectly happy riding my 2002 VFR with none of the modern stuff! Bit like smart TV’s…..don’t need all the gizmos, just want to switch on and watch! Re: running in, not as necessary with modern bikes as the engineering/ manufacturing tolerances are much tighter than, for example 1960’s bikes when QC was somewhat lacking.

[@asimms4101]

Sounds like a bag of spanners...

[@ruireis5493]

Hi, Bruce. Are those Arrow headers ?

[@dannycarmichael6445]

I’m 5’9” and 10.5 stone wet through. Sat on the 1250gsa at the bike show and bought a late low suspension 18 plate gsa on the strength of it. Just could not quite afford the new 1250 at the time. I feel in a bubble of calm the whole time and can’t find anything the bike doesn’t do well. You get used to the fat tank.

[@jamescurrie1285]

If you get the 1300 gs with the sports suspension I assume it will be the same chassis as the 1300 ADV

[@concrete182]

Were my eyes deceiving me or did I see one of these in the Group 1 showroom with a certain Teapots name on it? 😉

[@andykitchen2921]

Try again Bruce with a standard seat and adventure screen. Night n day 🤝

[@Mr_4GS]

Hi there, how is it to take slow turn with a deep lean with the ASA system ?

[@kentishman5698]

Can you explain what ASA is please.

[@SuperchargedLlama]

You mentioned the Ducati Multistrada so it's worth asking this question: why would you buy the GS over one of them?

[@neilbrewer8493]

Engine whined on the one I tried and seat as hard as hell more clunky gear changes than my 1250 gsa

[@grenphelps7455]

See when you talked about getting rid of the whining sound, your exhaust won't get rid of it, it's the final drive, the big cog in the rear wheel hub..

[@alanspence1716]

Can you Bruce, or someone, explain why you dislike ASA so much? It seems most riders like it, with an occasional rider getting poor gear changes which I think is due to a mis-adjusted bike, because so many others are very smooth. Have I missed a video with a review of it?

[@ktric2007]

Does the tank cubby box lid hit the handlebar riser ? I heard it does on other reviews.

[@momorrow-u8b]

Some craic there Bruce, brilliant review as always m8

[@mikedignum1868]

When I took my test ride, it was a hell of a bike, and I liked it more than the 1300GS, but it's too big and pricey to warrant replacing my 1250RS. FYI - I've recently seen a couple of 1300GS second-hand fully spect at around 18k on local dealers' forecourts.

[@4crevis]

Comparatively low revving at 70 mph. Does it have a taller 6th gear or taller gearing in general?

[@asuss28122]

Yes, around 500 rpm Lowe on 6th gear

[@2wheelsbetter]

How did The Tractor feel on the way home?

[@BubbaSatori]

ASA is going to allow me to resume riding with arthritic hands and after shoulder and knee surgeries.

[@seansixfive]

Bmw r1100gs was the best. In its day there was just nothing like it. Brutalist Germnaic design at its finest. That’s before they started looking like corporate CEO vibe of the 1200/1250 bikes. Nice to see them getting back to the brutalism, but they are still not there yet!

[@billnurse001]

Can send me link for the phone charger that you use on GS

[@Smudge64]

Is there a trade in on the horizon?

[@standoutbizpeter]

Put the seat on the high setting. Standard GS doesn't have that

[@splodge57]

Personal preference but I have no interest in all the electonics and modes on a motorcycle. That's why I love my Triumph Speed Twin 1200 and the two analogue dials.😊

[@rlw85]

That whine abounds like a gearbox

[@stalbansbiker]

My 1300GS is Euro 5 +

[@teapotone]

Yes they are Euro 6 compliant in readiness for it

[@SP-xd8gs]

ASA is the one.......