Comments on: 2024 BMW R 1300 GS Review | First Look

By: C A Laurie

C A Laurie — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 14:01:06 +0000

In reply to Rider Magazine. Presumably the gearbox will go into the centre of what was once the oil sump, while the sump will spread a bit sideways to accommodate it. Thus shortening the whole engine block and lowering Centre of Mass in both axis. Meanwhile the Paralever to wheel length is shortened and more inclined apparently. All it needs now is an electric motor! Thereby removing the clutch and gearbox etc.

By: Sam Paul Jones

Sam Paul Jones — Sat, 21 Oct 2023 06:57:21 +0000

I think the new GS (all 4 variants) look incredibly beautiful..! And that speaks volumes because the outgoing 1250 “was” the undisputed King of the heavy Adventure-Touring segment. I’ve owned 21 Beemers (since 1976), most have been Roadsters and RS’s with a few F800’s in the mix. I currently own a 1250 Roadster set up for touring with hand guards and a screen…the BEST of all my previous rides including the fabulous VFR 800, Triumph 1050 Sprint ST and 1250 RS…I’ve never considered a GS having always preferred the more “aero” RS’s and Roadsters. To my eye, the new 1300 is a perfect blend of 60% GS, 20% RS and 20% Roadster..
It’s loaded with every conceivable feature a BMW lover could possibly want! The new 1300 just might be my next BMW. My only concern (although I understand the marketing with all the horsepower weenies out there), the current 1250 produces more than enough HP and TORQUE for anyone to use…The fun is in low and mid-range torque not horsepower to propel you to 150 mph…that’s potentially trouble with the boys in/on the Black and Whites to say nothing of fuel and tires.

By: John

John — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 02:50:38 +0000

I like my current GS. No plan to upgrade yet. I will wait until I see one in person and get a chance to sit on it and better yet ride one. Before I pass judgment on it’s looks or performance which I’m sure will be better than my hard ridden and put away wet dirty 1200. Only disappointed a bit by the reduced fuel capacity I have used all my 20l on occasions.
The adaptability ride hight got to be a winner.
Which one will I pick.
The one I get a good deal on used. Just like the one I got now.

By: brian carpenter

brian carpenter — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:07:49 +0000

I like it!

By: MarwanA

MarwanA — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 18:50:22 +0000

While I pondered briefly about the new style, I am reminded that what I liked about the 1250 GS is it’s handling characteristics. While it was “agricultural” I expected that a new version needs to upgrade technologies, build on performance, increase safety and make touring easier. The 1300GS checked all the boxes. Brave new world, waiting for my Tramuntana to be delivered!

By: Don Luckett

Don Luckett — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 16:33:54 +0000

In reply to Victor. You a cop Victor?

By: Mathew Kendell

Mathew Kendell — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 18:31:03 +0000

This is for those who are disappointed by the “new” GS1300. Not sure if it was intentional or not but notice that for the 2024 year model there is no 1300 model bearing the A for adventure. There is however still listed a 2024 1250GSA here in the States anyway. I hope this is the direction BMW will continue in the future. An adventure looking dirt capable multipurpose touring machine that cater to the masses covered by the new 1300. The 1250 remaining to keep these of us happy that will push the bike to edge of its abilities.

By: Alloy Cowboy

Alloy Cowboy — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:45:54 +0000

I own a 2018 R1200GSA fully optioned that now has about 1K miles. I don’t ride it much due to injuries. The GSA is incredibly smooth and it’s suspension can tame just about any road to give me the most pain free ride. I bought it because of its looks and that magic carpet ride. I wouldn’t do an even swap for the new GS 1300 with my GSA. I just don’t find the new GS appealing. I also own a K1600GT with considerably more miles but the GSA is more comfortable. It’s surreal how the “old” GSA glides over poorly maintained roads unflinchingly like it’s child’s play. I regret buying the K1600GT before my GSA.

By: Colin Freestone

Colin Freestone — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:39:59 +0000

They saw the Moto Guzzi Mandello S copied the color scheme (poorly), realized they had to do something to shorten the engine block and failed miserably when compared to the slick and elegant job Piaggio did. OK, wins on horsepower but with an engine that bland there has to be some perceived superiority. Yawn…

By: John

John — Sat, 07 Oct 2023 05:37:25 +0000

Aint nobody riding this bike around the world.