I’ve never ridden a BMW GS before. And I wasn’t expecting to for this video, either. But for one reason or another here I am with the new R 1300 GS fitted with the optional Automated Shift Assistant (ASA) automated gearbox for the full tech overload. Peak mid-life crisis cliché? Or actually a cool bike? Join me for a journey of discovery through some traditional winter weather on some favourite English roads…
Chapters:
0:00 – Intro
3:55 – Onboard riding impressions
6:04 – Automated Shift Assist explained
9:37 – Suspension and handling
14:15 – Onboard tech explained
15:55 – Engine and performance
18:03 – Verdict
Full details of bike as tested:
BMW R 1300 GS ASA
Basic list price: £19,900
Options fitted:
Triple Black Colour: £830
Adaptive Vehicle Height Control: £515
Riding Assistant: £795
Seat Heating: £155
LED Additional Fog Lights: £400
Total price: £22,595
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https://youtu.be/PQxiNT99y_c
Triumph Tiger 1200 off-road –
https://youtu.be/c310OPYy8GU
Ducati Multistrada V2 –
https://youtu.be/SJpvszkD42A
Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally –
https://youtu.be/TkE4IbDFGVc
Ducati Desert X Rally –
https://youtu.be/nk40Lr4K6TY
Honda Transalp DCT –
https://youtu.be/IvG015JYd_w
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