The 2021 BMW S1000XR first ride out

So folks the first 400km on the new XR have been ridden, come along for the ride and see how we got on!
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[@petervautmans199]

I got the XR as my first bike and have used it for 18 months now on my daily commute, riding for 42000 kms to and from Brussels. It is a great all rounder bike and not to impressive for a first timer like me, because of all the electronics and the ergo's. It cut's through rush hour like a much smaller bike, then has no troubles on the cruising bit with the cruise control set to 160 kmh.

[@cerberus2881]

Rock on Vautmans!

[@Dan-56]

I purchased a BMW branded electric vest in 2000 when I bought a R1100RS. 20+ years later I’ve had a number of bikes…..but I’ve still got that electric vest 😉🏍👍!

[@markmundy3435]

You soon forget an old flame when a new love enters your life.

[@Twin_solo_az]

How I envy having roads like this to ride on. Beautiful. The southwestern US had some great rides, but first there’s hours on the interstate to get there, and back. Why I need a sport tourer.

[@cerberus2881]

I've been a BMW Boxer fan since the eighties but I believe this S1000 XR is going to be my first BMW Motorcycle.

[@NewHampshireAdventure]

Awesome video, thanks for sharing. I’m going to get a 2023 s1000xr m package, hopefully tomorrow.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Awesome congratulations🤟😎🥳🥳🥳

[@bombercountybiker2990]

Dude this couldn’t come at a better time. I’m laid up in hospital following spinal surgery feeling like I’ve been run over. You have helped pass 20 minutes of night 🙏…..15 stone my ass!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Sorry tobhear that m8, but happy to help with the boredom! Speedy recovery 👍

[@MrRitchy]

Clocks have changed and the gritters were out last night so I’m now ………….back in the room Buddy !!!! It’s been a while but I’ve been saving up the vids to watch over the winter months and keep me sane !!Looking forward to getting through them all as they’re long dark nights over here 😄😄 TLR & AMC binge watching 🍻🍻🍻

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Happy watching Ricky👍🤪

[@chaserideouts7233]

Another great video shaun, I'm quite green to watch these KZbin videos but you, Andy and Bruce really cheer my day up when I can't get out to ride

[@steveball2307]

Fantastic to see you out and about Shaun, no wonder they need so many roadworks to maintain that billiard table level of smoothness! Particularly enjoyed the bit with the superhero soundtrack music... You've definitely made the right bike choice. Clocks gone back and p*****g down here, roll on next Spring!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

We do moan a lot about all the road works, but they do look after the roads very well, so shouldn't really!

[@OSR_1]

Great vid! It’s a fun bike! I really enjoyed my XR - still maintain its a cracking bike if you can only have one!..especially if you’re a tall chap like us (I’m 6’3 16 stone) That being said I did swap mine in after 5 months and got a R1250GSA which I absolutely adore, supremely comfortable and faster in the real world on the backroads I like to ride (as torque is all low down and smoother suspension). I got a bit tired of the discomfort and frantic-ness of the XR - whilst amazing for blasts.. found it very difficult to have more casual chilled rides as the bike just isnt happy unless it’s being ragged.

[@thomas121974]

Looks nice. Im still happy whit my 2019 XR. Awesome Bike. Ride safe!!!! :)

[@TT_STUIE]

Running in revs 9000!? Blimey that seems high. They told me upto 6000 on my XR. I miss the exhaust popping on the XR when coming off the power. My RT is very sensible in comparison. Welcome back to beemers brother 👊✊👌

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Limited to 9 thousand, but they also said not to take it to 9 with every gear change.

[@TT_STUIE]

They also said do 150 miles in rain mode to get used to the bike. Makes sense I suppose. I didn't because the throttle travel was so long. They fitted the power plug at the first service. After that it was in dynamic mode all the time 😜. Hey, the TT is on this year............

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I owned the older bike, so felt at ease straight away! Dynamic mode all the way, dynamic Pro when the first service is done😜

[@Trevor_J_Neville]

Health to enjoy many many miles on the new bike Shaun. Enjoy pal 🏍💨💨💨

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Cheers Trevor👍😜

[@leeh6816]

Another great video 👍 The road surfaces where you are look amazing and glad you’re enjoying the bike; sounds like the right decision 👍

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I'm definitely more than happy to be back on an XR😜

[@xadorn.6120]

Dear likeable rider, this is a verry likeable new video. 🚀-class!!!

[@575ban]

Mate, I know you lost all the footage from installing the new parts to the XR but I loved those vids you made fitting parts to the SDR, I think you should remove all the parts, put the bike back to standard and refilm it all and call the series, beers, burps and new parts. I'll be looking forward to seeing the series mate 😉 😁

[@chombi84]

Hahaha 'that had bits in it' 🤣, great video, fantastic scenery

[@thelikeablerider8800]

🤷‍♂️👍🤣

[@lifeexpert3053]

Congratulations to buy new bike..yes important if you are big guy to use big bike 🙂👌 enjoy mate🏍️🏍️🏍️

[@cliveomahoney4096]

I watched your rain soaked trip on the KTM. I had no idea that you did it with sports tyres. I must admit, I would have stayed in the bar drinking excellent German beer. Always buy the bike you need. Not the one you lust after. You'll probably be faster on the BMW due to confidence and less extreme power delivery. Keep safe.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

We did think about binning it off for beers in the bar🤣

[@devonbiker]

You make some great videos. The scenery in Germany is amazing. I’ve owned 3x premium BMW motorbikes and I switched to the KTM Superduke GT last year. BMW are great bikes and I feel my local dealer is “warmer” (friendlier) than my local KTM dealer. I’ve had my ignition switch fail on my GT and I just caught it within a few days of my warranty ending. That said I love the thrill factor and sound from the KTM and I’m just not ready to switch back. However I still like the GSAs and I like red bikes.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Really nice video this! Enjoyed that spin out with you. Cheers

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thanks for coming along👍😜

[@garychapman190]

Really enjoyed this video! Looking forward to my new XR Tomorrow Thanks.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Great news Gary, enjoy it👍😜

[@curnobullen]

Great video, the scenery is awesome 👍

[@BiglumpADV]

Definitely a cracking choice of bike Shaun, hopefully it'll proove to be more reliable than the SD and it's electrical gremlins we saw appears on some tours.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I hope so too👍

[@mikejgriffiths]

Good choice Shaun,. bike does sound good. Like you I like Autumn, the colours etc but riding in Autumn is a challenge. Nice vid as always, good to see you making use of ont One X2

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Cheers Mike! Yeah wet leaves is not cool, but still had a lot of fun👍😜

[@CeeRTee]

Great video thank you. I know u said u wanted the Black bike but tbh the red is really growing on me.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It'll stay red for sure👍😜

[@iandoxford6572]

Fantastic loving your vid very cool mate.

[@garyowen598]

Rode an XR found it bland , only got interesting when revving the nuts off it and by then you are doing illegal speeds plus the vibrations through the bars and footpegs made it a non starter. Although I will agree about the dealer network.

[@NotNowCato1254]

Noice vid Drives 👍. Agree 100% re. the Autumn colours, looked great in the evening light. Cracking stills too - that industrial complex in the background reminded of a Pink Floyd album cover! Oh, and those roads... we can but dream of billiard table smooth roads here in Blighty. When you do get here you will be sorely disappointed mate - even some of our trunk roads resemble the Road of Bones nowadays 🙄. Lastly, I agree the XR isn't a screamer - more of a growler... 😜

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I'll get to the UK eventually! It'll be more for the people and scenery, than for the roads👍😜

[@mattmutane5502]

@@thelikeablerider8800 Oi! I'll show you some pretty good roads, and then Mike will show you some GREAT roads... ;) :D

[@Bikerbug2020]

Strange that you do not have more subscribers, have always found your vids good. Hopefully you will get more subs now that you have the Beemer.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's a strange old game this KZbin lark👍😜

[@onahi2002]

It may have already been said..but the power issue you mention is normal. Using that mount in the original BMW cradle, the XT will restart every time the bike is started. It's just one of those quirks.....

[@mattmutane5502]

In which case Shaun, set the XT to not power down when power is removed? (doesn't it ask you when you turn off the bike, anyway?)

[@onahi2002]

@@mattmutane5502 The XT starts up and shuts down as the Nav 6 did. On the Ignition. However, When the bike is turned on, the XT will start up. Then when the starter is pressed, the XT will restart again. Its not a problem, and is normal.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's losing power to the XT long after start up while out on a ride, power comes back after 20 minutes or so. That can't be normal?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Powering up and down isn't a problem, it's losing power to the XT while riding!

[@onahi2002]

@@thelikeablerider8800 sounds like a dodgy cradle pin. Between the two mounts ?

[@mandiwacker]

i have the same Bike and a R1200R LC, beautiful combination! As a one and only i would like prefer a GS

[@johnvaleriewelbers2995]

Yup love riding with the fall colours for sure. You have some beautiful scenery there to ride in. Only bad thing about fall is you know winters next 😳😯. 🥶 😎🏍💨💨💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦 🥂 from bc

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Yeah that's a real bummer, I don't need winter at all if I'm honest!

[@mattmutane5502]

@@thelikeablerider8800 Feels like it's already here in the UK... :(

[@maidenbiker]

Awesome vid as always loving the bike looking forward to more vids on her wish I could fit on one but I’m a short arse

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Yeah that's a shame, not an easy bike for the shorter gentleman.

[@willycrols9091]

Top editing 👍

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thanks Willy👍😜

[@andyb3331]

Out of interest Shaun what tyres did you run on your SDR?? just so i know to avoid them 😉 glad your enjoying the new wheels 👌

[@thelikeablerider8800]

The Bridgestone S22 came on the bike, very good tire in summer, disaster for colder temperatures. Then two sets of the michelin power 5 after that, grip just as good as the S22 and slightly better in colder weather. Still a sports tire which I still lost confidence with in the winter months, understandable I suppose🤷‍♂️

[@backontwowheels9469]

Looks lovely and TBH I am wishing I still had my bike here - although we have had rain most of the day. I have to say some of the run-outs that I have had this year have been filled with lovely roads and beautiful scenery, especially when you are riding towards the mountains! I like the view from the insta, can you show where you mount it? I just use a single or double GoPro at the moment. I actually need to get my ass into gear and edit some more content 😂 Ian Back on Two Wheels

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's mounted to the crash bars with the RAM Tough Claw, with an extension arm👍

[@CGras]

Great video as always. What lake is that 9:00? I did my A license exam on an S1000XR. It's an intimidating bike when you've just stepped off your 650 beginner bike. 😄

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I'd imagine it would be intimidating🤦‍♂️🤪 Here's the location of the lake: www.google.com/maps/place/Am+Staudamm+1,+32816+Schieder-Schwalenberg/@51.9450528,9.1793933,9z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x47baf5c9a58ff861:0x4d32ddb4825c0caf?hl=en

[@b1gd312]

Hi mate, just catching up with your vids, what made you swap back to the XR from the SDR? Also how long did you have the SDR for? Timeline is a bit confusing, one week ownership video on the SDR a year ago, then XR videos 8 months ago.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Keep watching, I have videos explaining the swap👍😜

[@phantombigballs8165]

8:03 didn't you end up selling as its uncomfortable I'm looking at the XR coming from a R1250RS... worried now about comfort 😂 I love Germany..wished i lived there. Currently learning the language as when i retire infancy moving away from the UK!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I did end up selling it, on long runs it was too uncomfortable 😐

[@ianbrowne9636]

I thought Jack Sparrow was going to pop up with that music... 😉 Good vid as ever though 👍

[@thelikeablerider8800]

👍🤣

[@scottyuk]

I think the SDR was a mistake for you as an all year round rider. The tyre size means restrictive tyre choice and hence your confidence issues with it. The 1290GT was more suited I think.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Yeah without a doubt, struggled with it in winter for sure!

[@davidwinfield-bennett7071]

Wait until you get it de restricted 😁 game changer ! Enjoy. Top Rukka gear 👌

[@Bikerbug2020]

Did the Orange Gang look poorly on your decision to go back to the Beemer? The S1000XR Looks like a much better bike for your riding style.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

No not at all, I was out with the KTM gang today👍😜

[@mattmutane5502]

@@thelikeablerider8800 It is after all, a BMW, a manufacturer from the Fatherland...like them... ;) :D

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I haven't been disowned👍🤪

[@blaz9540]

As I look at the Historical 15th century surroundings I'm waiting for the Knights Templar to come riding out of one of the side streets!! Lol I guess there's no highways so you can get that thing out of second gear!! A Honda monkey would be plenty for those roads!! Lmao

[@fountainofyouth5]

I've never been on an XR, but I love the look of them. I've heard a lot of people say the XR is too sporty, too 'raw and unrefined' (it's been described as harsh, severe, buzzy, etc.) for true touring. I gather you do not agree with that?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I wouldn't agree at all with that, It's very refined! RAW and sporty was my Super Duke, the XR is very sporty but a different sporty. If you want a slightly more chilled out experience you just need to stay in the mid range, if you want the thrills then give it everything up top, It's a very easy bike to ride!

[@fountainofyouth5]

@@thelikeablerider8800 Excellent, thanks for the feedback! It really is a beautiful machine

[@SCOOPER3896]

It would have been nice to see more earlier vids of your new bike. Great vid though.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I haven't had it long🤣 they'll be more!

[@lovegar]

How would you compare to a 2020 SDGT which I have. I'm worried about the amount of miles i pile on the SDGT, is it worth having the XR alongside the SDGT in the stable for spirited weekends and big tours?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Both being Sport Tourers is about the only thing that makes them alike, otherwise they're completely different. Putting mileage on a bike isn't something I worry about, I buy bikes to ride them😜

[@jeffmccollum3769]

Get yourself an exhaust header and a Brentune with filter and it will give your SD a run for its money

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Love to! Unfortunately not street legal.....well I'm sure it's not street legal in a lot of countries, Unfortunately that sort of thing is heavily policed here🤷‍♂️

[@vfarias]

Amazing roads... thkz for sharing

[@ehegarty2010]

The folks are relieved. They thought I was going to get another sports bike.....

[@red.riot.2280]

Nice review. I just sold my MT10. Really looking at an XR. Same reason. Want something that I can tour on. Tried HD but it’s just not something I can be happy with. I’ve been interested in how the GPS works and mounts. Also. How are the brakes? That was a pet peeve of mine on the MT.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

MT10 brakes aren't great are they! Way better on this bike.

[@linserr90]

Loved the handling and seating position but hated the choppy throttle below 4000 rpm. It really shuddered and wasnt good on the throttle. Above 4000-5000 no problems at all and pulled smooth. Does your bike do that too?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Was it busted, mine is smooth as?

[@linserr90]

@@thelikeablerider8800 really don't know. The funny thing is I was about to order one but cancelled it completely because of that. Rode the demo bike at the one dealer and it was really good and smooth in low rpm but did a test ride on one at another dealer and it felt really bad on the throttle plus the quickshifter was way off too. Guess I have to give it another shot then and make sure the demo bike is 100 % as it should be 🤔

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It is weird! I tested rode my first XR back in 2016 and was quite viby, tested it again a few weeks later because I really like the bike, and wanted to see if I could live with it. Decided to buy it and the bike that I bought had way less vibrations. I don't notice any on my new XR, or maybe the odd time but it's hardly noticeable!

[@mengaw-yong6414]

I had a 2016 X-r loved the engine really makes u ride like a loon but the vibes gave me Numb fingers on long journeys couldnt sort out with bar end weights trued the 2021 X-r which is better but still vibes between 65-75 BUT it has lost its mojo flat in lower gears now very happy with my Ducati 1260s

[@mengaw-yong6414]

Sad thing when I took my X-r to 2 bmw dealers they told me it was normal , buy a new one one sales even told why buy an x demo if 500 people had sat on it before

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Yes agreed the vibs are still there, but improved! I have to say though I never had an issue with the vibs on my older XR.

[@MasryMania]

Great Vid👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼. A quick question, what is the exact setup you have for the go pro on the handle bar? That looks so clean and perfectly positioned.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Its a RAM ball joint mounted on the Sat Nav framing above the TFT, which has a small RAM arm and gopro mount attached. You can find RAM mounts all over Amazon and ebay.

[@MasryMania]

@@thelikeablerider8800 Thanks a lot bro for your reply. I hope I don't bother you if I ask about a link to the specific RAM joint that is fixed at the Sat Nav side? I am not sure which one fits there. Thanks again :)

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's no bother! That mount you wish to know about came with the Garmin Sat Nav🤷‍♂️ you have to ask your friendly neighbourhood google🤪

[@HJM1974]

Have you tested out a 1250GS? Just interested why you went for the XR. I haven’t had a go on the XR. Is it more sporty compared to the GS. Does it corner nicer with that 17inch front wheel. Appreciate your thoughts 🙂

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I use been out on the 1250 GS, great bike but still lacks something for me! The XR is way more sporty, similar ergonomics but a total different animal.

[@petervautmans199]

For me, the XR has some big advantages: it handles much sharper, due to lesser weight and specially the quickshifter is fantastic on the 4 cilinder engine and aggricultural at best on the boxer.

[@bobf711]

Looks a fine bike. How does the handlebar vibration compare to the earlier version - is it something BMW have finally sorted out?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's still there at certain points in the rev range, but I never found it an issue at all on the old bike🤷‍♂️ The vibs are less on the new bike, but not completely gone.

[@mengaw-yong6414]

Vibes are funny on X-r some have it bad bmw hasn’t really sorted it not even on the demo 2021 I rode

[@philgoff7265]

Hi Shaun, which music artist/s do you use for your vids? Keep up the good work. 👍

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Mostly from a band called Wildflowers, but I think it was a different band in this vid. I shall have to remember to put the tracks in the description.

[@Fatcatztravel1250]

I been considering selling my XR and getting the GS 1250Adv. Video is changing my mind. In South Africa lots of dirt roads to explore. Tough choice. Great video.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Possibly an adventure bike would be the better choice for where you live?🤷‍♂️😜

[@dsimon9s29]

Thanks for posting. Quick question... in your opinion, do you think a pillion will be seated too high for their comfort?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

This bike is great for 2 up ridding!

[@shinle3954]

That’s subjective, my pillion didn’t like it. So if most of your rides are going to be 2up, I think you should look at something like the KB1600. After all the XR is an RR in disguise..

[@dp7016]

Shaun - XR seat vs GS seat ? GS obv super padded and comfortable, how does the thinner looking XR seat compare on longer rideout's ?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Like you say completely different seats! I like the XR seat as you sit in it rather than on it, very comfortable for me on a long run. Only down side is that it encourages a neutral riding position, so might prove difficult to hang off on track days.

[@dp7016]

@@thelikeablerider8800 thanks Shaun that's really useful. Great channel and very professionally produced content mate, really genuinely inspiring mate 👍🏼👍🏼

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thank you, glad you enjoy it👍🤪

[@savvas1974]

Thanks for the great video. Can you please tell me where you did mount the 360 Camera on the side shots?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Hi! The insta360 is mounted on the crash bars, using the RAM Tough Claw Grip, with an extension arm👍

[@lambo2817]

Can you take out the induction acoustic insert on that model? I did on the 16 XR and the induction noise was awesome! Have a gander, in front of the air filter, 4 cones surrounded in foam to dampen the noise. I do miss my XR but the new models seat??? Thoughts?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Can't say if you can on the new one, but thought about changing the filter, so I could take a look. A lot did it on the older bike👍😜

[@lambo2817]

Fingers crossed you can it will sound awesome!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I will have to check if it's possible here in Gerrmany, not that the fun police get wind of it!🤦‍♂️

[@deanhill7814]

Nice video. Ride safe

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thank you Dean👍😜

[@deanhill7814]

Hope to see a new video of you and Andy cam man next year you both ride good together. Also funny videos 📹

[@thelikeablerider8800]

That's a given!

[@sebastienp9141]

✌️😎

[@mikemerrill175]

It sounds like my 07 K1200 GT except for the missing clunk when shifting

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I do miss the banging popping from the exhaust when rolling off the gas, god bless Euro 5!🤦‍♂️

[@garthmctavish7335]

Are you going to test out BMWs new cruiser? 😎👍🍻

[@thelikeablerider8800]

That would be cool, something different!

[@DaveDayve]

U know yr bike is growing on me, With The SDR I was always worried I'd see something on the dash pop up. Seriously I did. Red bikes are better and faster also.... My AT is red ☺

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Its the reason I bailed with KTM🤷‍♂️

[@mattmutane5502]

Except for Blue bikes, they are the fastest... ;) :p :D

[@arabianjules]

Which tank bag is that Sean please, next one up from mini?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's the Pro Micro, just looks bigger close to the camera👍

[@arabianjules]

@@thelikeablerider8800 oh ok, do still own the range, as i know you did a fit video for the ktm, 🤔 perhaps another for the xr?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I still have the full range yes, I could probably do another video👍

[@Corey-pd3mi]

What’s that rear bag you got there please, is it fixed or strap on?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Its the Pro Rearbag from SWMOTECH and its mounted using straps👍

[@simonrobinson7536]

How does the new XR compare with the old XR and KTM GT

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Similar to the older Xr, new one has better usable mid range, TFT dash and few other bits, but much the same ride!

[@MaxPowerFilthcrud]

Is the measurement of stone a well known unit in English speaking countries? I can handle pounds by now and can even tolerate the odd feet, yard and mile (though don't dare using volumes in cooking recipes). But stone seems to be the weirdest of them all!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It is in the UK yes, Kilograms here in Germany.

[@MaxPowerFilthcrud]

@@thelikeablerider8800 really looking forward to try the XR next season. But I'm not sure my butt will fit the seat. 6.4' and 18 stone. But it will be either this or the previous gen 1290 SAS. KTM's service or lack thereof plays a big role in this. It's a pity. Not sure if I should risk going for the KTM.

[@thelikeablerider8800]

It's a big bike, I'm sure you'd do fine on it👍

[@petervautmans199]

@@MaxPowerFilthcrud Hy max, i'm 9'3" and 18 stone (118 kgs) and i have ridden mine for 42k kms in 18 months. No problem for me. I did ad the GIVI small windscreen extension wich gives much better result then the Wunderlich Marathon (tried and send back, because of a lot of turbulance around the helmet) and I did mount the wunderlich rear brake extension pad, for my bigfoot Daytona boots.

[@MaxPowerFilthcrud]

@@petervautmans199 Hi Peter, thank you for your detailed reply! Very much appreciate your feedback and suggestion according to the windscreen :-)

[@ora10053]

hey TLR, can you use civilized units of measurements please, not these feets and stones? :D

[@thelikeablerider8800]

I'm sure Google can help you with your struggles👍😜

[@troppo4872]

How's the bottom end....?

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Very useable! There's something for everyone.

[@schemkesa]

Nice, you're in Germany? But you're not a German right? Speaking fluently english

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Thanks! No I'm English and live in Germany👍

[@willycrols9091]

cuban rider s1000xr

[@lold6130]

That ugly power plant (?) spoils those photos. Good vid though.

[@pjbaddict]

Can you please change your logo to something more Bavarian lol

[@thelikeablerider8800]

Will do🤣

[@carstenhansen5757]

Really music. You really don't understand what people enjoy about these machines.

[@sudolea]

Replacing silent end cans by noisy after-market ones is THE reason why roads in Germany (and other countries) are more and more frequently closed for motorbikes during weekends. So thanks for replacing your silent stock end can (NOT !!!) Why the hell does that culture originate, which imposes that a motorbike HAS to be noisy ??? This way, you're ruining quite a lot of fun for quite a lot of bikers !!!

[@thelikeablerider8800]

The Cobra that I've replaced it with is perfectly road legal according to german Road law!! Take your over opinionated comments, and leave them on the videos where people are running full race exhaust systems (the illegal ones) on the road!!! They are the people you should be crying at, that are ruining your fun!!!!!!

[@mattmutane5502]

I think the main problem is more people riding like twats and speeding inappropriately that causes most of the hate TBH! I think you should target your annoyance at those people, and the actually illegal exhaust crew, if you must....! (from someone who hasn't had an illegal exhaust on their bike, ever!!)

[@mikejgriffiths]

You sir are incorrect. THE reason why roads in Germany and other countries are closed to bikers on the weekend is because some people believe that their opinions and happiness is more valuable than anyone elses. The complaint is that bike's are too noisy and it's ruining the enjoyment of my fun at the weekend sitting in my garden. My compaint is that I like noisy bikes and enjoy riding them where I'd like to of a weekend. I will admit that knobheads with straight through systems riding at 150mph + are asking for trouble but you know what? In a free society it's their choice and no-one should have the right to tell anyone else what they should be doing as long as they're within the law. And even then, just because it's law doesn't mean that it's correct