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

By: Desmo996

Desmo996 — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 12:46:13 +0000

Reminds me of Terreblanche’s designs while at Ducati, new doesn’t always look better.

By: Rod

Rod — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:37:24 +0000

I think it looks good. Its not a fashion statement, Its a well purposed motorcycle

By: Gritboy

Gritboy — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:48:01 +0000

It’s nice to see some new styling changes for the GS line. Frankly, I like the new look.

By: Kelvin Blair

Kelvin Blair — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 14:46:10 +0000

No idea what to say about some tastes, I think it is a great looking bike that really appears to be a game changer, I would love one!

By: Gary Frey

Gary Frey — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:34:25 +0000

In reply to Greg Smith. I agree. I like the styling very much; it is an extremely well engineered bike. And, I am sure if many here don't want to own the bike, plenty of European riders will ! BMW will sell all they can make.

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!