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BMW R80 G/S vs. R1200GS: Riding the Original ADV | ON TWO WHEELS

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Motorcyclist Magazine

Motorcyclist Magazine

Күн бұрын

We’ve asserted that if we were told we were going on a road trip tomorrow-with no info on where we were headed or for how long-the bike we’d choose for that mystery adventure would be a BMW GS. The R1200GS is as versatile as a Swiss army knife and has had a major impact on motorcycling. What effect has it had, how did it all begin, and how big is the GS now? We explore those ideas and the genesis of the GS in this episode of On Two Wheels.
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We’ve said in the past that if we were set to take a road trip starting tomorrow-with no info on where we were headed or for how long-the bike we’d choose for that mystery adventure would be a BMW GS. It might be heavy, and expensive, but it’s also the closest thing to a Swiss Army knife on two wheels that we’ve ever ridden. It is an insanely competent and tremendously rewarding motorcycle to ride, whether you’re engaging cruise control and adjusting the windscreen on the freeway or slicing through the woods and picking it up off the crash bars. It is an awesome machine.
Riding the R80, the original G/S, alongside the new R1200GS gave Ari and Zack a chance to see just how related the two are, as well as soak up some of motorcycling history. Special thanks to collector Hing Yeung, a Southern California resident, who loaned us his 1981 R80. His passion for the G/S runs so deep that he not only let us ride his original GS but let Ari and Zack jump it through an OHV park and skip down dirt roads at speed. Seeing the R80 in action made everyone on staff smile and we hope that you, the internet, enjoyed it too!
When BMW rebuilt the GS for the model year 2013-with a new, water-cooled engine and countless refinements-it handily won our Motorcycle Of The Year award. Being BMW’s flagship model, the GS is typically on the cutting edge of technological advancements, which the current model has en masse; from electronically adjustable suspension to terrific off-road traction control and ABS. It has been the clear leader since we first rode the “water-boxer” in January of 2013.
We tested it against the KTM 1290 Super Adventure (another terrific bike) in a tour across California, where the BMW impressed us with how well balanced and versatile it is, even against the KTM's stellar competition. For that story, you can read the article or watch our episode of On Two Wheels.
In 2015 it went on to win “Best ADV Bike” in our MOTY awards, as well as countless other awards from other publications.
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@WRXXXual
@WRXXXual 8 жыл бұрын
@ 2:57 Holy freaking skid stop, Batman! Respect.
@whit3strat
@whit3strat 8 жыл бұрын
+WRXXXual That seemed so close to the R80. I need some more practice I think.
@vinclario3604
@vinclario3604 7 жыл бұрын
Was thinking the exact same thing! Except for the "Batman" part. Ballsy as hell.
@plve82
@plve82 7 жыл бұрын
that's exactly what I was thinking, holy shit! He made that look easy!
@alpine7994
@alpine7994 7 жыл бұрын
agreed - I'd be pickin my 600 pound bike up (again).
@submissions72
@submissions72 5 жыл бұрын
Zack is as good of a rider you're going to find, watch his goldwing Mc commute as he slips the back of that beast. Never ever seen that.
@fmacdonald3559
@fmacdonald3559 8 жыл бұрын
I rode a 80 g/s from Nepal to Scotland and loved it enough to give it a name :) great video
@shoakman
@shoakman 4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like an epic adventure. Did you make a video?
@prafulltiwari216
@prafulltiwari216 2 жыл бұрын
@@shoakman Well more than 60% of people who have conquered most kilometres of adventure touring don't record their tour
@jbrucksnc
@jbrucksnc Жыл бұрын
What was the name?
@fmacdonald3559
@fmacdonald3559 Жыл бұрын
@@jbrucksnc Bertie the Beemer :)
@fmacdonald3559
@fmacdonald3559 Жыл бұрын
@@prafulltiwari216 @shoakman I do need to check comments :) No video, was in 2000 so long before people did that.
@gordonhowell9701
@gordonhowell9701 3 жыл бұрын
I had a 1982 GS - greatest bike ever. In 1985 took it on a 7000 mile journey from LA to Alaska, Yukon and Canadian Northwest Territories, doing a little over 5000 of these miles on gravel or worse (tundra is a lot of fun...). It’s performance was insane. Never blew a tire, got through sand rocks, tundra, insane rain and even some ice, not to mention the rough roads, timber tracks and the lot. Driving the Dempster Highway north out of Whitehorse Yukon, sharing the road with nothing but Caribou and huge 18wheelers - forcing you totally off the “road” when one came at you, showed time and again what an amazing piece of machinery this was. On my return to Yukon (450 miles each way, one fuel station) I pulled into a popular bar. Guy saw me pull up totally covered in mud & dust and asked how many flat tires I had had. When I said none, he called me a liar; but still brought me inside, introduced me to friends, bought a much needed beer, and everyone came out to check the amazing bike that no one had ever heard of. So many stories of this bike, I am in tears remembering it. An interesting postscript occurred about 10 years ago. I was sitting at a dinner table with customers (I run a top tour agency specialising in motogp, Isle of Man and other motorcycle events) and the question came up for each person to name what they thought was the most influential motorcycle of all time. When it came to me, I said the BMW R80 G/S and the whole table burst out in laughter. “When has BMW ever produced anything noteworthy?”. Only just the biggest selling model and style copied by all major manufacturers today... I still own a BMW - it is a 1982 R80. (Sadly sold the GS when I moved from California to Europe ) and yes, it too lived up to the poster on the wall of Brown Motor Works in Pomona California where I bought it: “If you want to be happy for a day, get drunk. If you want to be happy for a year, get married. If you want to be happy for the rest of your life, buy a BMW.” Many drunks, two wives and one motorcycle later I am now 60. And as soon as this bloody pandemic ends, I am back on the road! (And maybe off it with another g/s!) Thanks so much for this video!
@jamiepurvis7985
@jamiepurvis7985 7 жыл бұрын
I have my original BMW R80GS 1983 model still today,rode 2 times around most of Europe. London to Perth (AUS) up to Broom ,down to the bottom of WA to Albany up across the Nullarbore to Adelaide, up to Alice,back to Adelaide then across to Melbourne and finally hm to Brisbane.My bike was named Warthog by my late cuz Rolando, it has never missed a beat.We have been up to the Daintree and Cape Tribulation and back to Brisbane. Roll rode a ktm 990 I rode the BMW,it still perrs along at 110-125 k,s. It still pisses on most other bikes, and is over 30 years old. I would love to buy the the new 2016-7. Keep up the good wk BMW
@Roger_Ramjet
@Roger_Ramjet 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome
@pappy9473
@pappy9473 4 жыл бұрын
Recently bought a BMW R80 G/S 1981, near pristine condition, first registered on my birthday (I was 19).
@naveengopinath
@naveengopinath 5 жыл бұрын
Holy cow. Zack knows how to handle that beast. Damn Ari.... He's totally one upped you in this episode.
@RidingWithTom
@RidingWithTom 8 жыл бұрын
Love the GS, it might be big and expensive but there is something satisfying about taking something so nice and comfy offroad
@longvu8132
@longvu8132 8 жыл бұрын
hi Tom !
@fritzkuhne2055
@fritzkuhne2055 8 жыл бұрын
I KNEW to find you here :D
@MrPysas
@MrPysas 8 жыл бұрын
You should buy one Tom 😜
@tylerbennett9794
@tylerbennett9794 5 жыл бұрын
The front headlight also looks like a penis
@ho560402
@ho560402 8 жыл бұрын
I'm subscribed to a lot of automotive/motorcycle channels but you guys are the only one that consistently put a smile on my face with how much fun y'all are having! Keep up the great work!
@LagrandHogan
@LagrandHogan 5 жыл бұрын
Guy riding GS stopped to help me once when my clutch cable broke on my KTM... Nice guy
@channelname57
@channelname57 5 жыл бұрын
I think this is the best part of the whole thing. Apart from the video, we should applaud the dude.
@pappy9473
@pappy9473 4 жыл бұрын
I got rescued in the middle of Wales UK with a blown gasket (Honda 1979 XL250s) and my jeans saturated in engine oil. Two BMWs pulled up, led us to forest house (slowly). Stayed two nights. Guy replaced gasket. Caught ferry to Ireland. Toured. Smiles all round! Recently bought a BMW R80 G/S 1981, near pristine condition, first registered on my birthday (I was 19) and an Honda XL 500s (same old gasket sh**) but a lovely bike too.
@caiden915x
@caiden915x 8 жыл бұрын
More I watch you guys, the more I like your videos. You guys are like the Motorcycle show of the original Top Gear.
@vagabrothers
@vagabrothers 8 жыл бұрын
Well done dudes! Loved this GS recap! As a new f800gs owner, definitely excited to see where it will take me. Love the show!
@axelmureichen9068
@axelmureichen9068 Жыл бұрын
Du kommst überall hin 😊 fahre die F800gs seit 55000 km alles top keine Ausfälle 👍
@hariharanb785
@hariharanb785 8 жыл бұрын
2:55 . Real close guys. Real close
@ropehnd
@ropehnd 8 жыл бұрын
I wonder if they got that on the first take haha
@hariharanb785
@hariharanb785 8 жыл бұрын
BrennMan I too wondered about that.
@4theriders
@4theriders 8 жыл бұрын
+BrennMan prolly. i've seen these guys ride in person many many mannnny miles. they both got the skillz!
@turbo311
@turbo311 8 жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing. Impressive!
@jonfindlay7838
@jonfindlay7838 8 жыл бұрын
+seppes I've also seen their outtakes many times lol They do have the skillz but no one is perfect :P
@TheBladewheels
@TheBladewheels 8 жыл бұрын
Bought a GS in '88 when they first went to 1000cc; loved it, got lotsa weird looks from passerby, rode it for 20 years.
@abangwiguna
@abangwiguna 5 жыл бұрын
Man, BMW R series was love at first sight. I bought my R90/6 three years a go and I never stop riding it. It is so reliable and never let me down. 🏍💨💨
@alhassanait1749
@alhassanait1749 5 жыл бұрын
Wow ! R90/6 very old . If you find easy the changing parts , then no problem !
@aikidotherapy
@aikidotherapy 8 жыл бұрын
Hi, I bought the original R 80 GS from Janet Maddock of Maddock Motorcycles (Ireland) back in 1981. At that time I owned the Honda CB 750 and the Yamaha DT 175. I traded them both in for the R80. Best move I ever made. I felt that there was no better set-up for dealing with our potholed riddled country roads. I now own the original GS Adventure and have done so for 12 years. I do not have the ridding skills to take it off-road but I have now spent over forty five years biking and I would never change from the GS models.
@davidfalgout7304
@davidfalgout7304 2 жыл бұрын
Smart Man!
@atadbitnefarious1387
@atadbitnefarious1387 8 жыл бұрын
Dat power slide doe.
@ivanuys3866
@ivanuys3866 8 жыл бұрын
Awesome guys!!! I'm fortunate enough to own a 1983 R80 GS. I'ts got a few battle scars but boy does it stil bring joy!! So lovely to tear up some South African dirt whenever I have a bit of time. Thanks for a graet video
@methamphetasaur
@methamphetasaur 5 жыл бұрын
9:25 "Making things impossible, making things hard, that's what the G/S is all about" 😂
@coenvanwinkelhoff2070
@coenvanwinkelhoff2070 8 жыл бұрын
9:25 "Making things hard, making things impossible." I would have expected that man to say something nice about the bike given to him!
@stephenbienvenu4810
@stephenbienvenu4810 8 жыл бұрын
I have to agree with some of the earlier comments. I really look forward to your new material and thoroughly enjoy what you guys do. I always have a smile on my face when watching.... Keep up the good work.
@Boxer1250RT
@Boxer1250RT 8 жыл бұрын
I am one of those Starbucks Sunday riders through the 2 lane VA backroads. Absolutely amazing how this beast handles and how comfortable it is. Besides, It is always fun to see the reactions of the Harley riders - they think they got big ones until they see this one ;) Great Video!!!
@505197
@505197 8 жыл бұрын
I have an R/100/GS, It has 133,000 miles on it now, and it's still my favorite BMW. It's unmatched for comfort, it's large and roomy, 60 hp is enough to get you anywhere you want to go. It handles on the twistys wonderfully. I have three other BMW motorcycles, a K1200LT, A K1200RS, and an R1100R, none of them can touch it in the handling dept. It's weird, you'd think that tall bike would be awkward, but it handles like a dream.
@HoosierBearcat25
@HoosierBearcat25 8 жыл бұрын
Hands down, the best two moto-journalists on KZfaq. Love your content fellas, keep it coming!
@waggaBart
@waggaBart 8 жыл бұрын
I am on board my 12th BMW and my 4th GS. A 2014 R1200GS LC. I love the versatility and the comfort as leaning forward onto my wrists is not at all comfortable any more at 62 yrs of age. Unfortunately I don't get off road much but doing a 2 day BMW ADV rider course gave me a lot more confidence on what my bike will do. I love my GS
@MLGP
@MLGP 8 жыл бұрын
i have an r80 g/s and guys, what you do with those bike is really incredible, awesome skills! thanks enjoyed watchin
@kmoore0000
@kmoore0000 8 жыл бұрын
died at starbucks. lol
@brandolfmaniac
@brandolfmaniac 8 жыл бұрын
R.I.P.
@Cristian8767
@Cristian8767 5 жыл бұрын
God damn it this dudes are having the time of their life! And they ride so well, and are such good riders, they make it look like they are on bicycles. All the best!
@johnb2649
@johnb2649 4 жыл бұрын
Rode an R100GSPD for near 4 years. Criss-crossed the USA more times than I can remember. Closing in on a 100k miles. Wadded it up on an obscure county road in east Missouri. Tank slapper and an unceremonious get-off. On and on, anon
@whattheblp6148
@whattheblp6148 8 жыл бұрын
How the hell does this channel not have far more subs. Other magazines and bike media sources don't even have half the production and entertainment value of this channel. I don't really have any interest in ADV bikes but happily watched this from start to finish.
@CaptHollister
@CaptHollister 8 жыл бұрын
I still have that issue of Motorcyclist magazine. My own GS was a '93 R100GS. It was my dream bike. It was also the biggest let down of my 37 years (and counting) riding career. The chrome started peeling on one of the headers within weeks. The speedometer packed it in at 15000km. And then the biggie: those air-cooled 100GSs had a major design flaw that few people ever discuss: when BMW fitted them with long-travel suspension, the driveshaft ended-up exiting the gearbox at an angle that constantly put stress on the gearbox output bearing. Mine let go at 50000km with the bike out of warranty. The bearing seized, the gearbox output shaft sheared. Result: one destroyed BMW gearbox. One very expensive repair bill, later I was happy to sell it on, never to buy another Beemer.
@maggiejenkins
@maggiejenkins 6 жыл бұрын
I can't get enough of these two boys! Been binge watching them all night! Don't have a bike but I sure feel like I've been riding all day. Bravo boys!
@NoBody-xg1wg
@NoBody-xg1wg 24 күн бұрын
I had a street R80 for five years.. what a great, stable, light, just enough power, comfortable seat and stance, reliable bike
@martinblizard1882
@martinblizard1882 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 1981 R80 G/S and it is my preferred bike for long distance, IE 1.500 mile including 500 Mike days. AND it is the ultimate Get You Home machine.
@EDUARDOJIMENEZ-re3fo
@EDUARDOJIMENEZ-re3fo 7 жыл бұрын
Such a really good test... As always guys! I think that this is one of my favorites episodes, with enough technical data and good humor sense! regards from Mexico!
@jasonw8325
@jasonw8325 8 жыл бұрын
"Ha, bolt up a couple more 6-8 foglights..." You guys are great!
@jakecroft7408
@jakecroft7408 7 жыл бұрын
I swear you guys are the best moto source around. The daily commutes, on 2 wheels, and Ari's tech how this and that works stuff are just the complete package.
@BoycottChinaa
@BoycottChinaa 5 жыл бұрын
At 13, learned to ride offroad on a 1980 R65 BMW I'd sneak out of dad's garage to play in the sand along the Rio Grande. Watched the Dakar rally a few years later and bought my first bike in 2003.. The R1150GS ADV. It was a year used and had some scratches, but also had touratech panniers already on. Loved it dearly and still have it today, after some great trips, been using it as a utility on a farm and occasional rides to town. I have 1991 and a 2005 regular GS as well, but nothing brings me joy like that 02 ADV. I think the segment was most boosted by the 2004 Ewan McGregor Long Way Round, since no one I met recognized the option before that show was released. Then other manufacturers were jumping in (KTM got the recognition as deserved, but wow they missed the boat turning those guys down).
@VeeFour
@VeeFour 8 жыл бұрын
this is a really entertaining channel, love it.
@chopperz127
@chopperz127 4 жыл бұрын
Just stumbled on this cool vid. Gave up Harleys a few years back and have a 17' GS adventure that I love and am confident that it is the best all around motorcycle on the planet. Hands down. Harley doesn't even exist to me anymore.
@davidfalgout7304
@davidfalgout7304 2 жыл бұрын
Smart Man! Well done!
@LoveSoLost
@LoveSoLost 4 жыл бұрын
Owing a new friend some money, I offered to pay her back with motorcycle lessons; I was honestly surprised when she accepted. After we both passed the course with flying colors, each of us ended up with a used BMW around the same price. She got an R1200R, and I got a F650GS. Though I could never really keep up with her off the line nor on the highway, whenever we so happen to ride off road I always felt in comfortably in control with the GS. Once, on a slightly rocky descent, she ended up asking me to maneuver her bike down after easily getting mine to the bottom, and walking back up. Though I was able to manage her bike down, it certainly displayed how ill equipped it was for the trek. I love that damn 650. I can't wait to get my 1200GS in the near future... same with my friend who now owns a 800GS LOL Great vid! Thanks for talking Adventure bikes :)
@Mithrandir4444
@Mithrandir4444 5 жыл бұрын
Wow, guys .... you did a great, an awesome job with that video ... double thumbs up brothers. Personally I own a 1982 R80G/S which was owned through all the years by a pretty well known German oldschool Playboy what makes this bike even more special to me, and you won’t believe, I already had an offer of 20 Grands in € for it. But I am not selling it. Way too many memories plus I am not the type of guy selling that sort of stuff in general, what became a special part of my life. I still use the bike and I must say, that it does it’s job perfectly and you are still holding a bike cuz of which people stop by just to watch it, talking with you, even on motorbike hotspots where all the greatest bike get together, so I can say that this bike never lost it’s Charme neither the interest of the crowd. Looking back to the 80ies when it was released, I was one of those who really disliked the bike. Maybe it was mainly because I couldn’t afford it and of course the weight was what underpinned my aversion. In Germany that Modell had a nickname pretty much founded way back in the 50ies called “Gummikuh” which means rubber cow. The founder of that nickname was Ernst Leverkus, who based that on his experience during a test drive due to to lifting of the rear suspension, caused by the cardan shaft drive in connection with the rear swing arm. He compared that to cows, because cows normally stand up with their rear part first. Technically this was called the “elevator-effect”. At present I am having the idea of purchasing an R 1150 G/S of a friend. Let’s see how that ends, but then I could enjoy the fun of both bikes. Thanks again for your outstanding great video probably I will make a video of my 1982 Modell and release it on my channel. If this comes true, I will let you know. Best Regards Dee from Germany
@Seelingfahne
@Seelingfahne 8 жыл бұрын
I have to say that your videos have gotten so darn good! Theyre funny, packed with insightful commentary and really well shot, the whole package! Thanks for this one, always looking out for more great content.
@sickunit2096
@sickunit2096 5 жыл бұрын
I hauled all my clothing etc and a bicycle on a custom bike rack with my 1200GS from PA to GA then rode thru Deals Gap on my way back to PA. The GS out of 30 bikes Ive owned now, was absolutely amazing. People always ponder what bike they’d have if they could only pick one.. well that’s the GS for me.
@davehoagland8869
@davehoagland8869 7 жыл бұрын
Great story here. I have been riding the original oilhead R1100 GS since 1995 and plan on keeping that bike for life, it's got everything you need and nothing you don't. I am now 62 and it's a good thing I lift weights because you need it for ground handling with this beast, it's tall and it's top heavy but it is so very nimble once you get rolling. The suspension is wonderfully stable (with Ohlins upgrades) and the engine braking is tremendous, two things that are lacking in the R1200 although that bike is much more refined and smooth feeling. I recently relocated to southern Arizona and this bike is in it's ideal element on the many graded dirt and gravel roads throughout the area.
@Popgunner101
@Popgunner101 4 жыл бұрын
When I picked up my 1200 GS adventure the sales manager at the BMW dealer told me it was not a bike for off road. I couldn't believe it. He said dirt roads yes, actual off road and rough trails no. I've had it in some rough country but I see his point. I love my bike in most situations though.
@grantholmes5661
@grantholmes5661 6 жыл бұрын
I will say, as an owner of a sport bike and a dirt bike, I used to bash on the ADV's before. Over the past few months i have been watching all of your videos and surprisingly I have gained an appreciation for ADV's. Though it's not in the budget right now, eventually I would love to buy one. They are very versatile bikes that can quite a bit. Of course my CBR will tear up a canyon better and of course my CRF will rip up the dirt better, but the thing is ADV's can go off and explore both, still have fun, and seem much more comfortable over long hours in the saddle. Thumbs up.
@sickunit2096
@sickunit2096 4 жыл бұрын
I hauled a bicycle on a custom bike rack and all my stuff required for a month to Georgia from PA on a GS. Rode back and took a detour to Deal’s Gap. Dumped everything off in my room and rode the dragon for two days. Loaded back up and rode home to PA. Best damn motorcycle in the world.
@rustlecroak2621
@rustlecroak2621 2 жыл бұрын
A few years ago my brother and I did a 10k mile trip from Vancouver Island to Alaska. I was on an '89 GS and he was on an '05 GS. It was a fantastic trip. One notable difference was he got better gas mileage but I had greater range.
@edwardpfister4244
@edwardpfister4244 Жыл бұрын
Will soon be on my fourth GS - it started close to 40yrs ago with an R80G/S, #2 was the R1150GS, #3 the Wethead version and now, #4 is back to a1981 Vintage R80G/S MOA-Foundation raffle prize fully restored by Dutch Lammers and I'll receive it in a few weeks at the 2023 50th BMW MOA National Rally June 8-10, 2023 - Excited as hell!
@DJMotoVlogs
@DJMotoVlogs 8 жыл бұрын
Very entertaining and information video guys! Really enjoyed and loved the coffee shop part...well, because its true!
@diegoalejandro64
@diegoalejandro64 8 жыл бұрын
I thing that the 800cc GS is better that the 1200cc for off road, much more lighter and more important the engine is inside the frame.
@imbologna
@imbologna 4 жыл бұрын
If you want comfy touring get 1200gs, if you want offroad it's Tiger 800 all the way.
@markusweber7445
@markusweber7445 3 жыл бұрын
no for Offroad ( and also Highway) KTM 790 Adventure or Tenere 700.
@sahilsagwekar
@sahilsagwekar 3 жыл бұрын
Totally
@johnbaum3712
@johnbaum3712 7 жыл бұрын
Great video. Just took my 2013 GS from Thousand Oaks to/through Imperial valley. Camped and hit several trails around Mt Laguna. I love that I can pull a 400 mile day on the road, ride moderately difficult jeep trails with my gear, then hop back on the pavement and set the cruise to 90 mph for the ride home. Now if only some could make my knobbies last a little longer......
@markiscottvideo
@markiscottvideo 8 жыл бұрын
Great Summation on the GS. I currently own a used 1991 R100GS bought in 1993 and did 2 LA to Barstow runs on it. In 2015 I traded in a 2008 K1200GT w 150hp and a 2007 KTM 525EXC for a dealer demo 2014 R1200GSAW w 125hp. I have been waiting for this bike for over 20 years. There both great bikes at what they do. The R1200GSAW is a HEAVEY bike to lift up in thick dirt and deep sand. Happy Trails Boys & Girls Rubber side down works much better.
@awdeveau
@awdeveau 8 жыл бұрын
There is a reason why a lot of the comments all say the same thing. "You guys are the best motorcycle journalist around". It's because it's true! Keep up the great work guys!
@jamesturner6183
@jamesturner6183 5 жыл бұрын
I only have an 93 ex500 at this time, however the fact that the only gripes about adv bikes are the limitations they have, I feel like my enjoyment of this bike would not be hindered by said limitations as I am not going to be so skilled that those limitations would ever really be an issue. Thank you for making this video.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 8 жыл бұрын
Great video gents and learned a lot about the DNA of my favourite motorcycle! ...I do think you are both too young to be messing about on GS's though ;0) Is it true that the bike doesn't have an "old man" image in the US? ...it sure does here in the UK - but then I am (almost) an old man myself....keep up the good work you guys, awesome! (I love the way you fella's speak, hilarious).....
@tremulant2388
@tremulant2388 8 жыл бұрын
+TheMissendenFlyer It does carry that stigma in the US, as well, albeit not as strongly as in the UK. Harley's are more typically associated with older riders. By the way, big fan of your videos!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 8 жыл бұрын
+Jorge Sotolongo Cheers Jorge!
@aaronespinoza5806
@aaronespinoza5806 8 жыл бұрын
it kinda does here in the U.S. but we're here to enjoy life brother. ride whatever you like and if anybody ask you anything just tell them at least you're riding and that's the important thing. have a good one
@BFD15i
@BFD15i 8 жыл бұрын
Why are they too young to mess around on a GS? I bought my first GS when I was 29, now I'm 32 and I'm still loving it. For me, there's no such thing as an "old mans bike". It all depends on what you want to do with a bike.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 8 жыл бұрын
...it was a joke....
@sillypants8
@sillypants8 7 жыл бұрын
I recently purchased an R80ST. This a GS with an R65 front end and a 19" front wheel. The rear shock had less travel and no bash plate but otherwise..... it's a GS. BMW wanted to make a more streetable version. I have to say.... this ST handles amazingly at that's compared to today's standard. If it had a bit more power it would be the ultimate motorcycle in my eyes. I have an R1100S and I enjoy the ST so much more.
@jorgensen8
@jorgensen8 2 жыл бұрын
Really glad you guys are enjoying going off road on a bike. Riding bikes 50 years here but would rather walk in the woods with camera in hand.
@rmabgoi
@rmabgoi 6 жыл бұрын
I must say, i love this channel, and i even don't own a bike ! Well, i owned a Vespa, then a Yamaha DT LC 125 ypvs, then a Yamaha TDR 250 ypvs...since 1989 to 1998. Now, with 44 ya, my goal is the BMW R Nine T, and this channel is so usefull, there are lot's of things about motorcycles i forgot ! Thank you for your expertise and objective way of putting things. Cheers from Portugal.
@Joos2000
@Joos2000 8 жыл бұрын
I can't press like enough times to express how I feel about this video. Good work guys, you are truly the Top Gear of motorcycles. I hope someone comes along and increases your budget.
@Visian
@Visian 3 жыл бұрын
When I first saw the factory bikes BMW brought to the 1973 ISDT I knew I just HAD to have a BMW dirt bike. Given that none were available back then, I found a very nice R90/6 to which I mounted Conti Trials tires and off I went. I finally bought a G/SPD in 1986, I am currently refurbishing is after 90k miles of "dual sport" riding (what it was called before it was called Adventure riding...) and it will complement my 1997 1150GS and my 2007 G650 Xchallenge. I sold my HP2 enduro before I killed myself on it. These are the best motorcycles in the world!
@harsanyibalazs7181
@harsanyibalazs7181 4 жыл бұрын
The guy was Hungarian ... Laszlo Peres his name.Worked for bmw up until his retirement.... Excellent video guys by the way!!!!!!
@armweak13
@armweak13 8 жыл бұрын
Best On Two Wheels yet, great vid :)
@maxmmpower
@maxmmpower 6 жыл бұрын
as a long time street rider new to the adv world, this is a great video - thanks for the angle and passion for all things moto.
@fluffycat087
@fluffycat087 8 жыл бұрын
Nice vid, rode one in the day. Prefered my XT600 Tenere, still got it.
@johnnymac8179
@johnnymac8179 6 жыл бұрын
The first time I remember seeing a BMW adv bike was fall of 1988. I was driving a truck from Kathmandu Nepal into India and met a bike on the road. I remember thinking that would be a great way to travel out there in south asia. Cheers!!
@WarrensAdventures
@WarrensAdventures 8 жыл бұрын
I just got my first ADV bike a few weeks ago, a 2013 BMW1200 GSA 90th anniversary edition, and so far have only commuted to work on it, I cant wait for my first adventure, I think eventually I want to do the trans american trail on it! So far I love it! Great bike, I come from primarily sportbikes, and then SuperMoto, and now ADV, this is one great bike and I hope I can find some epic adventures soon!
@Ts_Evildroid
@Ts_Evildroid 8 жыл бұрын
Totally Epic Adventure! I live for Dual Sport & ADV bikes. That's why I have one of each.
@markchenbiz
@markchenbiz 8 жыл бұрын
Had one. Lot's of fun and adventure. I wasn't much good off road, but it would go where ever I pointed it. Just for fun, ride with the single Krauser bag with a watermelon in it. Interesting balance! Best small mods: Shoei FM-2 mini fairing and San Jose BMW upper triple clamp. Weirdest thing: going through a big dip with a passenger on board and feeling the monolever twist/untwist and rock the bike side to side.
@VARider1
@VARider1 8 жыл бұрын
I'm so jealous to see the big 1200GS Adventure ridden like a dirt bike. Still working my way up to that level as a new 1200 GSA owner.
@TCphotographer
@TCphotographer 7 жыл бұрын
Firstly 1982 first I saw the gs model exhibited on Dakar it was a very unique like the U.S. Trial models asphalt and off road capable then in December 14th 2014 I bought a 2015 F700GS in The Hague in The Netherlands and thought could practice and get my A catagory licence thoug it was very difficult to get but I did not give up began cycling 300km. Every week to get fit. I became very fit and now planning to climb Alp mountains part of Tour de Firance and go to Patagonia in 2017... excitement it is what Life is👌❤️😊
@muhyusman
@muhyusman 8 жыл бұрын
always admire this mammoth sadly in Indonesia this bike is ridiculously expensive about 70k$ hope having it someday in my garage
@pulkinpulman2028
@pulkinpulman2028 4 жыл бұрын
This bike is EXPENSIVE EVERYWHERE bro haha
@Jan_Nicolaisen
@Jan_Nicolaisen 8 жыл бұрын
I'm a new rider, in fact I'm in the process of getting my license. I have given much thought to what kind of rider I want to be, what kind of bike I want. The challenge of combining something I can commute to and from work, something I can go on long hauls across Norway or even Europe, and something that will thrill me, but not kill me (referring to R bikes, which I am never riding again due to my over-aggressive adrenal glands), I am pretty much convinced I need a GS. Or at least a road-capable ADV. I also love your garage series, big props from a new fan from Northern Norway (please bring an adventure here, I'll brew the beer.)
@Jan_Nicolaisen
@Jan_Nicolaisen 8 жыл бұрын
Haha, the GS is a bit on the heavy side, I agree. Currently debating im looking at a 95 R1100GS or a 95 Honda Africa Twin 750. The Honda is a bit more my style, and it's fairly bulletproof. Keep up the good show!
@Vince1266
@Vince1266 2 жыл бұрын
No mention of Laverda's involvement with the development of the first model GS BMW, it's surprisingly true.
@gavinanderson3693
@gavinanderson3693 7 жыл бұрын
Well done lads. I'm a '85 R80gs owner. I love my bike. Probably the best tourer for Australia.
@gloverll
@gloverll 6 жыл бұрын
I still miss my R1200GSA with the Adventure Panniers. That motorcycle had the range and comfort and cargo capability that actually defines what I still want in a motorcycle... but I don't want another BMW because that one liked the shop too much. It never left me but it took BMW over two months to replace a warped spoked wheel on a new bike and it took three trips to two different shops to repair the fuel sensor. While I didn't need a fuel tank guage, I really don't need a permanent flashing yellow light on the dash when it doesn't work. I've had two Super Teneres but they never inspired me the way the GS did... and I didn't like the Jesse panniers as well as the stock BMW.
@wiscgaloot
@wiscgaloot 4 жыл бұрын
I have an '88 R100GS Bumblebeemer, and even when I bought it and was a young guy, there was NO way I was able to ride it in the dirt like that. Very impressive!
@A_Man_Of_Culture_
@A_Man_Of_Culture_ 8 жыл бұрын
I wish BMW would make a lightweight "450 pounds WET" boxer with standard, slightly adjustable modern suspension, maybe 5 gallon tank, and the engine size about 800cc.
@GunFunZS
@GunFunZS 8 жыл бұрын
+mrsuperbuckets Yeah, but make that 400 LBS. It would just take a little aluminum in the frame, rather than steel.
@Reduxalicious
@Reduxalicious 7 жыл бұрын
450 is gonna be hard to hit BUT the R1200R Wet is 506 pounds, and can be quite the off road contender if you change the tires and rims
@GunFunZS
@GunFunZS 7 жыл бұрын
Lots of dirt bikes hit that.
@willowglenn
@willowglenn 8 жыл бұрын
Fantastic piece guys. The cerebral and sentimental aspects only add to your technical feedback. Thanks for informing and moving me.
@amishterrorist17
@amishterrorist17 6 жыл бұрын
As a pretty new motorcycle rider I wanted something that could be almost universal. Ended up getting a DL650 as a first bike and must say the adventure bike category is absolutely a must for any motorcycle stable.
@luk8245
@luk8245 3 жыл бұрын
One of the best motorcycle relations I have ever seen. was a pleasure to watch I must say as a huge GS fan
@Revan89
@Revan89 8 жыл бұрын
I loooove On Two Wheels! Always makes me happy see guys banter and fool around like grown ass kids.
@menzekwint4472
@menzekwint4472 8 жыл бұрын
This one makes me proud to own and old GS!
@michaelmorley331
@michaelmorley331 4 жыл бұрын
Nice video...entertaining and informative. My first adv was a 1990 honda transalpfollowed by 3 yam tdm 850 on which I rode 100,000 mes each, then the triumph 955i tiger, now I'm going back to future by converting my BMW R100RT to gs spec! Wish me luck...keep up the great work
@colterino
@colterino 7 жыл бұрын
Bought My PD "Classic" new in '95 from BMW NY (gone). Couldn't resist. Black and BMW, 2 B's for Me. Still MINE. My first bike was a '68 R60 (CA and Back, 19 years old). My GS is my fave forever (and I've owned and/or raced Triumph's, Norton's, Ducati's, Honda's and Kawasaki's). Now I'm almost 67 years old. Take it fast on road and off. Too Big ? Hahaha...I AM BIG ! ...I take my wife. We Likey Lots. Hope to ride it another 20 years. Nice Video, Youngsters. Fun and ALL TRUE !
@kuladeeluxe
@kuladeeluxe 8 жыл бұрын
Great closing comments. That Thai section looks like a blast.
@scottnineteen
@scottnineteen 3 жыл бұрын
Great vid, you guys are so channelling 'On any Sunday' and it might even be just per chance ...that you're doing, the same great stuff in, maybe, near same place.
@scottnineteen
@scottnineteen 3 жыл бұрын
4 years ago?! omg.
@gripitandripittv
@gripitandripittv 8 жыл бұрын
You guys are killing it with these videos! Great work and solid reviews. Concise and entertaining without any junk. This was awesome. Now where are you at with the video we discussed about track day trailer rigs and how to track a bike at different budgets? Do it.
@gripitandripittv
@gripitandripittv 8 жыл бұрын
+Zack Courts Your dad is a smart man. Would love to help you guys out if you ever need another eye behind a camera or help in post. Keep up the great work.
@kuhndj67
@kuhndj67 7 жыл бұрын
Question: Would you say that it's really the sub-1000cc mid-weight ADV bikes that are truly the closest to the R80 legacy? (closer in weight and power) OR do you really think the GSA feel even with it's size difference and abundance of driver aids can still capture that R80 feel? (I guess that's how I feel... the GSA is just so damned... BIG). Comment: I rented a GS for a long weekend adventure in Germany (and Lux, Bel, Fra) earlier this year. It is a TRULY enjoyable bike to tour... even though I was on dirt for maybe 20 miles out of 1500 (virtually all the miles were rural though... maybe 50 autobahn). This is coming from someone who specifically opted for the Multistrada over the GSA because I knew I'd not be riding dirt more than 5-10%. The GS is not really a corner carver, but when you're looking at a $2000 damage deductible... it's a much better option knowing you need to "behave yourself" than renting a Multi, XR, or other on-road performance oriented ADV bike.
@pinkiewerewolf
@pinkiewerewolf 6 жыл бұрын
Ari is a hoot. You both have some serious riding skills and you have fun while doing these videos. Good stuff Maynard.
@Longstride
@Longstride 3 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad I found this! Best thing I’ve watched for a long while, you had me laughing all the way! Also great to see how well that old GS RODE!!!!
@1000ps
@1000ps 8 жыл бұрын
nice video!
@moritzkamp9901
@moritzkamp9901 8 жыл бұрын
1000ps auch hier?
@Softbaerchi
@Softbaerchi 8 жыл бұрын
Dachte mir gerade das gleiche :D
@der_kreuzer6359
@der_kreuzer6359 7 жыл бұрын
WoooooooooW
@leslieaustin151
@leslieaustin151 6 жыл бұрын
Nice video indeed, and interesting. However, surely the roots of the GS series are further back, in the ISDT, when a large German (can’t remember his name, sorry) rode a 600cc BMW flat twin. He was strong, he could pick it up! Needed to be too I guess. Would like if you could dig in your archives and do a video to show those old ISDT bikes from 1960’s and ‘70s. And the Triumphs, the MZs, Simpsons, Greeves, and on, and on. Great bikes, great riders.. Thanks for your wonderful videos. Les
@shawnbrown557
@shawnbrown557 8 жыл бұрын
Great vid. It is because of people like you, and videos like that that I made the change to the 1200GS and attend events like MMM. This bike and this style is great at everything it does. The perfect daily rider on top of that. Thanks!
@CassidyMitchell
@CassidyMitchell 4 жыл бұрын
I was smiling the whole time, felt like I was on the GS. I have an f650 funduro 1996 but oh man I can not wait to get my hands on a 2018/9ish gs850. One day!
@daveclair9954
@daveclair9954 8 жыл бұрын
I owned a 1978 R800. It was a very very capable off road bike. I now own a R1150R and i never hesitate to go anywhere. Don't need the fluff and weight of GS model at all, just some skill.
@AvidEnduro
@AvidEnduro 6 жыл бұрын
You guys and Fortnine are putting out the best motorcycle vids right now period. Keep up the good work
@ronicard
@ronicard 8 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel yesterday. Already hooked. Keep up the nice work. Great videos!
@sarthakghimire3516
@sarthakghimire3516 7 жыл бұрын
You guys are awesome. Watching this full for the second time.
@jeffreymeleg4719
@jeffreymeleg4719 7 жыл бұрын
I had an 06 GS. Loved the bike, hated owning a BMW. I had a lot of electrical gremlins and part failures. Very little support from BMW. When it worked it was awesome, but the effort to get repairs covered under warranty meant the bike spent a lot of time in the shop. Many months I paid the payment on my GS only to be riding the Rockster they had as a loaner. My GS story is why I ride a KTM.
@steliannistor1878
@steliannistor1878 7 жыл бұрын
jeffrey meleg very funny story,cuz I have 2001 gs with 190.000 miles,yes you heard me,and guess what...take a guess?I never ever hade a problem with the bike...neither is will change the gs with any other bike on the face of the world.true story
@BeSatori
@BeSatori 2 жыл бұрын
It's a shame BMW (and everyone else) abandoned it's 650 line. That's really the sweet spot for an ADV bike. I loved my '89 TransAlp. 583cc's and I never wanted more in thousands of miles of touring it on highways and fire roads. My F700gs will pass comfortably at over 90mph fully loaded with camping gear for 2 and my girlfriend on the back. About the same size and weight as that R80 and I can't fathom a reason for anything bigger.
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