Changed my mind about the look of it after seeing it in person...it's pretty cool. Can't wait to go demo it!! Once I do, I'll make a video review of it :) In the meantime, check out the other 100+ videos on my playlist "Bike Reviews" kzread.info/head/PLC0dZgVosHtsxPvzkIDswjw2YjCVodY6Y&si=YptnovqwRLTE7bOk

@Magicinstalls

3 ай бұрын

I did demo it at riverside BMW. You will buy it after your demo...Trust

@tedtheturbot

3 ай бұрын

Can you show how the rear indicator brake on off looks? Potentially confusing, I don't like it.

picked mine up in the USA last saturday, triple black and already have 600 miles on it, amazing amazing bike, have first service this week

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

😄👍🏼 email me a picture of it! MotoJitsu.com/contact

@SP-xd8gs

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu sent to fast eddie email

@greenrush4313

3 ай бұрын

just hit 1790 miles on my Pan America it is awesome. You should try one

@joedwc

2 ай бұрын

@@greenrush4313not even in the same universe as these.

I just bought my first GS! A 2014 R1200gs - its being delivered sometime this week. I test rode one back in December and was blown away! After the test rides I have done on different bikes the GS is the only one that I could not stop thinking about for months. So had to get one. Would love to test ride the 1300 soon!

Was at my BMW dealer yesterday and saw the new 13GS Trophy. I agree- much better looking in person. But at 70, I just bought 2 RE's for much less than 1 BMW. Since my dealer sells both, he's making money on service and accessories. Everybody is happy. Now get out there and practice. Each bike is a little different. You must practice with each bike. 👍👍5🏍🙋‍♂️

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

yes!

@rabukan5842

3 ай бұрын

Himalayan 450? Great bike, but two totally different animals. Like you, for me, the RE H450 is nice. But if I was younger and not about to retire, I might go for the BMW R1300 black on black. I've had 2 GS's and they are very special bikes.

Looks nicer than I thought from the pictures I have seen. Will look for your review 🙂

Took out my new 130o out in the rain this morning. Amazing

I'm excited to pick up a used 1250 now that the 1300 has finally made it to the showrooms here 😊

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

yes! my 2022 is awesome and I'm keeping it

@s2k442

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu Good decision! I like your 1250 way more than the 1300.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

me too

luv the interview w/ staff/ hands on/

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

they're good people

They've made some nice changes, like not having to stand on your head to check the oil and that neat center stand assist. The RT version is my favorite, and my 2010 will probably be the last BMW I'll own. All their new ones are way out of my price range.

Increíble bike - every colorway is gorgeous - local dealer has a demo unit - gonna ride it soon - looks like a MAJOR upgrade over the outgoing platform.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I agree :)

Brilliant! I’ll be riding one in May in Baden-Württemberg, 🇩🇪 . A friend and I will rent and do four days. The R 1300 GS was actually not my first choice; the F 900 XR was not available. I’m assured by the rental firm that the ride height adjustment will make the bike 🏍️ compatible with my 5’9” height and 32” inseam. I have some experience on older GS models as well as one afternoon on an RT (love those) so I’m not too worried. I am curious, though, as to the approximate height of the salesperson featured in this video. Even at lowest height setting, he was on his sneaker toes.

Be picking mine up in may.. the waiting takes ages. Rally edition with all the bells and whistles, if spending the money.. hey why not ❤🎉

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

exactly

@mariovdb3001

3 ай бұрын

The same here 😎

I liked it so much that I’ve ordered it right away,sadly it got delayed because of starter relay problems but the bike got produced week 10 and should arrive shortly now👍

Test rode one, about an hour, twisties and highway, lovely bike a d i liked the adaptive ride height. But i ended up buying a 2023 1250gs trophy edition and love it. Having owned a 2019gs exclusive ive done plenty of gs miles. Im a larger guy and found the 1300 cramped a little compared to the 1250gs ,the feeling of being on top of the bike rather than in the bije on the 1250. I feel youll really enjoy the quicker handling of the 1300, and extra power. For me , the 1250gs has enough ,ill never push the bikes limits due to my own. Cheers m8 and love you're vids, keep it up😊

Great bike, a lot of technology and you can see the premium quality. The salesman seems like a nice helpful chap. Great video! 👍

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

Thanks! 👍

looks awesome!

I really like the green one. Lovely bike.

My dealership had a 2-hour event with Shawn Thomas and one on display. Went through the entire machine and all its features answered many questions but no test rides boohoo. Very cool bike. I have a 2020 GSA and will hang onto that for a few more years though. The fact I am waiting on my delivery of a 24 M1000XR Competition here in April also might have something to do with it. lol.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

nice!

I'd definitely like to demo it. I have a 2020 R1250RS but wish the handlebars came back more. I have the Heli bar risers but still a little short. I do appreciate your tips on riding. I was totally doing the Lion King stance and making it worse.😅

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

lol!

0:11 what's the bike in the top right? blue/red/white color naked?

This compared to your 1250GSA - I am on the fence with the GSA and this 1300. Is it worth to get the 2024 1250 GSA over the 2024 1300 GS in your professional opinion?

A lot of great upgrades very nice gonna be hard to pull up to one of these on my 2016 and not drool all over it 😂

WOW, seems like BMW keeps raising the bar on the segment they (imo) perfected years ago. The way you can raise/lower the height is a nice touch especially for us shorter folks.

The new standard!

Nice bike if someone likes alot features. Ride save. Looking forward to your ride review. Take care.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

Thanks, will do!

Sick!

Nice features included that would have been addons with other bikes!

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

lots of cool stuff :)

Other than the front end...great bike!

Nice bike for sure. Those GS's have always been a fantastic machine albeit not so reliable. My Super Tenere is every bit as comfortable, capable and enjoyable for peeling off long miles. For a guy who does not put many miles on a bike before refresh it's a perfect choice.

Man the bald spot above the headlight just kills me. I absolutely love everything else about the bike, but that flat piece of plastic just sticks out like a sore thumb to me. I understand why it needs to be there, but, ugh. But the rest of the bike, damn they nailed it. Looks stealthy and streamlined. Absolutely love it. The technology in those things is just incredible. Can't wait for the next decade to pass so I can get one :p

I wasn't taken with the new 1300 GS when I saw it in the flesh. I'll be taking a long hard look at the new GSA when that comes out before replacing my current 1250 GSA Rally.

What an amazing piece of machine I’d be chasing after one of these for an adventure bike

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

it's pretty cool after seeing in person

@Massacheefa

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu everything about it is on point

Definitely gonna get the next years model for them to work all the kinks out

@garymaclean6903

3 ай бұрын

This motor and transmission has been around for a few years now, both in the 1200 and 1250 shift-cam versions. There are no 'kinks' to work out, like on a brand new design...

@Kevimoto

3 ай бұрын

​@garymaclean6903 it's identical to the 1250 engine, except for displacement? I was told it was a redesign to make the engine and transmission more compact. 🤷‍♂️

@garymaclean6903

3 ай бұрын

@@Kevimoto That's more like a refinement or upgrade, than an unproven new design. There's nothing to worry about. The design and engineering are sound.

Saw the green one here in Ph.

Not sure about the star headlamp but rest of the bike looks awesome. Looks sporty compared to most adventure bikes. Sat on one the other day very comfortable seat. If only the 900 looked this good.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I can't wait to be able to ride it

Man, this thing is becoming more of a spaceship rather than motorcycle. The green one is stunning!

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

sure is!

Could you do a review of the R12 when it comes out later this year? By thd way, that BMW Dealership looks much bigger than the one close to me. They look like they have more inventory too!

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

Can only test ride bikes that are available to

@erolyalim2911

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu Hope your BMW dealership will have one available you can test ride. Since the R12 is a new model, it will probably sell fast in the first few months. It could be hard to get one for a test ride in the beginning until demand tapers off.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

they will eventually :)

Love it ❤

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

pretty cool now that I've seen it in person

It's been awhile since you got a new bike, Jitsu...

Man i need one

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

go test ride one!

Lots of bells, lots of whistles, really cool bike. Still not loving that X, but it's starting to grow on me

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

it's cool in person, I didn't like it with pictures only

Buy it, seems like the perfect MotoJitsu bike!

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

My 2022 GS is pretty awesome, I'm keeping it

Oh now you like it now? WHAAAAAAAAAAATTTTT ??? Oh I saw one yesterday at my dealer, it's the green one WOW it's awesome ! I wish I had a spare 30G laying around she'd be mine !

@motojitsu, you being who you are (a very experienced rider, riding many different bikes and even your 1250) do you think the forged wheel unsprung weight would be all that noticeable in regular paced street riding? Twisties, etc…I for one am nowhere near your skill level, so I’m not sure I would be able to detect any differences between spoked and forged. Yup, I know you haven’t ridden the 13GS yet, but I would think you’d have past experience with this :)

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

No...99% of people won't know any difference at all in the twisties.

@RabidHorse

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu cool. Thx. That’s my thoughts as well. I was thinking the spokes may add to low speed stability cause they weigh a bit more but no idea if that’s true either. Anyway, good intro, can’t wait for your full demo ride. I have a gold spoked trophy 13GS on order, I will live through your excitement haha.

MotoJitsu, Would you mind doing a new review video on the Kawasaki ZX6R (2024) as it’s one of the new Kawasaki bikes you haven’t reviewed yet, and i find your reviews very helpful! I don’t know whether to go for a 600 or an 1000 after coming from a middle class bike like the MT07 or Ninja 650?? Some advice Would help me out a lot as i don’t know to go for a ZX6R or a ZX10R after riding an MT07 for 2 Years. I feel like the ZX6R would be a bit gutless after coming from so much torque but im scared I’ll be overwhelmed on an 1000cc super sport without building up to it.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

already did, it's on the Bike Review playlist

@rclegendsuk3235

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsumust have gone past it! I’m sorry to be a pain. I appreciate you :) keep up the great content. Torn between the 10r and 6r. Just checked and I’ve already watched it! What a moron. Sorry dude

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

no problem, there's over 100 on there

1 month to go and i will get mine triple black with almost al options 😍😍,i just dont have the high adaptive control option because i am tall enough 😂

From what I see, it seems an awesome bike.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

it's better in person for sure

The rally model in your video is $28130. The 2024 AFRICA TWIN ADVENTURE SPORTS ES DCT is $18,645. They are both road focused Adventure bikes. For me - I don't see what the extra $10K gets me on the 1300. The ATAS has a bigger tank as well. I'm waiting for the Adventure version of the new 1300 before making a decision on my next bike. Looking forward to your ride review!

@EricLouisYoung

3 ай бұрын

You'd know after you ride them both. Totally different experiences.

@razorwired130

3 ай бұрын

@@EricLouisYoung - So you've ridden them both? I find that doubtful given that both bikes are not readily available everywhere. I've ridden a 2022 1250 Adventure and a 2023 ATAS. IMO - the GSA is worth the premium over the ATAS but don't see the 1300 the same way.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

can't wait to go ride it! But cost is all relative. Everyone would also fly first class if you can afford it.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

to what you make obviously...a Ferrari is also expensive but if you're a millionaire may not be a big deal

@razorwired130

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu I’m not worried about the cost. I’m worried about the value. I don’t see the value in this bike compared to others out there. Perhaps the 1300 GSA or the 1400 GS will change that. We’ll see.

Big Rock Moto has done a good intial owners review, definitely a bit $$$, very disappointed in some of the options one should get as standard given the premium price tag and what the competition offers. It's always nice that it gives the adv bike market more competition and innovation. This will definitely help the potential buyers in the market for a used 1250 GS.

The BMW GS will continue to be "the standard" of ADV bikes... I have had every variation from a couple r1100's 1150's GSA's, 1200 and the 1200 WC... I' m back on a "Hexhead" 2011 for the relative simplcity (even though it has CANBUS)... I just like the air/oil cooled mo' better! These new 1300's look amazing, but damn there is a lot of electronics....

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

yup, computers with wheels

You should try making sillier faces for your youtube thumbnail

Only the second BMW I've ever seen and liked. I'm poor so it's not like I'm in the market but I'll keep these 2024 and onward models in mind for the future.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

it's pretty cool in person

@virgilhawkins5680

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu I wish the trophy/rally trim came in that green colorway, which is funny to say as someone who can't even buy the bike.

I wish BMW would put bigger fuel tanks on the new bikes. We buy GSs to go long distances between fuel stops! I have a 2011 GSA, and I still cary 2 extra gal with me. If you ride to remote areas you need gas.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I found out it doesn't really matter because every hour I want to get off and stretch and drink water/eat anyway...I don't ride non-stop for more than a hour anywhere

Congrats on the new bike

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

lol I didn't buy it

@frankfeng6199

3 ай бұрын

​@@MotoJitsu Not yet!

Looks a lot "fresher" than the older models, and the specs and features are indeed impressive, no doubt about that. If you ask me, whether I like it or not, I'd say I like the classic shape of a Triumph Scrambler more that this "modern" shape. I'm also not sure about the colour options... It's probably a matter of your personal preferences, isn't it?

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

looks good in person, to me

I think you'll have on soon.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

na, my 2022 is awesome and I already have it all tricked out, plus it's paid off :)

People forget, these bikes take a hammering. Used as intended, it won’t look pretty for very long. So with ADV bikes, looks doesn’t matter, I reckon;)

Honestly for the money I would prefer a new Honda Transalp, a used V4 sports bike plus some track days and would still have some spare.

@maxflight777

3 ай бұрын

Not a bad idea!

Hey hey uncle jitsu

Stupid question: what the purpose of the center stand? I’ve only ever ridden sport bikes, and have never used a center stand. It just for maintenance and for working on your bike…similar to using a rear stand and spools on a sport bike?

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

A motorcycle center-stand is intended primarily for maintenance work, not for routine parking of a bike. It allows you to get one (or both) of the wheels off the ground to enable chain maintenance or removing one or both of the wheels.

@dknollRX7

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu thanks, that’s what I figured…but thought I’d ask to be sure.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

And I park it on the center stand a lot too, just for fun and when I'm back home. Easier to clean it.

@NSMBC

3 ай бұрын

that's funny given that his bike doesn't have a chain@@MotoJitsu

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

others do

I wanted one of these until I saw a comment on one of your recent videos about BMW Motorcycles having a failure rate of 40% within the first 4 years of ownership... That's not very good at all when the big 4 all have less than 15%.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I've had 7 BMW's total, no issues with any of them, guess I'm just lucky.

i like more gs trophy bcoz it has sports suspension for heavy offroad

Dam, that is a nice bike

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I like it, now that I've seen it in person

Wasn’t a fan of the looks when it was revealed but it kind of grows on you over time.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

In person it’s pretty cool with lots of neat features

Looks good, but having sit on both, (rode the 1250 many many times, not the 1300 yet)i can say I prefer the 1250gs, the new one feels to light to me, to narrow, the seat is firmer, and, I prefer the front light of the older one to, makes it "typical Gs" to my eyes. I like the new design, but not for me, not right now anyway. Especially the seat, i love the plush seat of the 1250, and I feel like you are more into the bike than on the 2024, which felt to me as more "on the bike". Personnel taste..

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

Yes my 2022 seat and overall seating position is like a couch...so comfy!

@patland73

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu Exactly, you will see what I am talking about when you demo it, there is something weird about the new seat, and the way your feel on it overall...

@bllewellyn42

3 ай бұрын

@@patland73I agree, I demo’d one the other day. Awesome bike, but midway through the ride, I tried to move back in the seat to feel more settled, then I got a warning message saying “adaptive ride height” and the load compensation (or something) had a fault and to take it to the dealer to be fixed. After that, the ride height was limited to the low position.

Looks great, but I couldn't get it off the side stand.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

why not?

@BIMMERGUYRICH

3 ай бұрын

Felt heavier than I thought it would be. Was tilted farther over on the stand. Was wondering if the lift was in the high position.

“I’m not gonna buy it.” 🤣🤘

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I'm not

Never liked the look of the old GS...end still don't with this one. I believe it's a fabulous bike to ride...just can't get over it's looks.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

not for everyone

@Toxicdemon2

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu yes, I agree. I do kinda like the CFmoto 800MT. Or the Ducati Multistrada...but that is kinda WAY OUT of the budget...LOL. I'd probably lean more towards the Ktm 1290 SDR GT.

looks like an Nc750x only much more expensive :D

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

with much more features, power, tech, etc.

This is a bike that attracts the big spenders! This is the opposite end of the spectrum from the Royal Enfield crowd. GS guys want everything “just so” on the bike,and they’re willing to pay whatever that takes! 👍 There is nothing that BMW can put on the bike that their buyers aren’t willing to pay for. So BMW happily complies,making each new model more and more farkled out and expensive! I’m ABSOLUTELY not trying to be negative,just observing! I really like this new 1300. It’s actually the first big GS they’ve made that I’ve actually liked. I was never a fan of the old headlight style.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

it's pretty cool since seeing it in person

You are going to buy it. Being saying this since before the GSX-R.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

nope

the SOS button doesn't need an app, it is a self-contained mobile phone with speaker and microphone and will call emergency services on its own when you fall over or have an accident or when you press the button.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

It also has it's own EMS gremlin that'll pop up and render first aid when pressed

Keyless, but still need key for fueling?

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

no

Nice

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

pretty cool bike

It is prettier and does look smaller than the old one but good LORD!!! That is a lot of technology. But then I guess in the first world that's what bikes have come too.

Those footpegs are ridiculously small for offroad. First thing I'd swap for going on gravel

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I have pivot pegs on my GS, they're awesome

I think everything except the headlight looks good. The old headlight made it obviously a GS. Now it looks like an electric bike

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I like it..now that I've seen it in person

The headlight is meh for me. I'm still waiting for the Adventure version. Maybe being huge makes it cooler. I don't know, we'll see.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

In person, I like it

The US indicators / blinkers are awful compared to the UK / European versions.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

The UK / European indicators / blinkers are awful compared to US versions.

Not selling so well here in the U.K., low mileage 1250s are sought after and have gone up in price.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I got my 2022 1250 GS with only 800 miles!!!!

BMW 1200/1250/1300 all looks like hippos to me. Im not into that boxer-thing at all. Not as ugly as the KTMs though…. If you wanna go on adventures and do some offroading, id rather go for the F900 GS. I think BMW makes high end motorcycles over all, so its really a matter of taste.😊 (My current ride is a Tiger 1200 rally pro with TKC70 Tires)

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

all depends on what type of terrain. My GS did just find in sand and jumping it on a motorcross track kzread.info/dash/bejne/daaEy8yafJqWisY.html

@Knallhatt370

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu Yeah, i watched that i while ago- very cool, and awesome riding. I do think that you would have been faster and more agile with, say, a Tenere 700? 🤷‍♂️

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

For that environment, no. If it was single track and more difficult riding yes

Next episode- "I just bought brand new R 1300gs"...

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

na, my 2022 is awesome and I already have it all tricked out

none of us believe you won't be trading yours in for one btw. you've fooled us too many times lol

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

Well I’m not, your belief isn’t important

The only issue i have with any BMW bike is the trade in price , my s1000xr cost 32300 and was offered 13000 one year later , shocking !!!

@scorpion6976

3 ай бұрын

Sorry 23000 pounds and offered 1300 one year later , i will never buy a new BMW again

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

All relative…if you make $2,000 a month this is insane, if you make $20,000, not so bad

@scorpion6976

3 ай бұрын

I don’t think it really matters how much you make , the fact they can offer £10,000 less in a year with only 7000 on the clock , with M sport package , it’s shocking ! Never again

@scorpion6976

3 ай бұрын

I also spoke to a few guys that had bought a new GS , went to trade it in for the 1300 gs and had the same issue , it’s shocking , how can they justify such a loss and keep decent customers like us

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

Oh it does..same reason people would always ride first class if they can afford it

No AC!?

That is nice but can't wait to see the GS Adventure

M1000 XR is the way to go, its a beauty compared to gs.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I wanna test ride that too

I hate to say I told you so. But I told you so. Lol

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I didn't buy it lol

I owned 4 GS(s) and GSA(s), 1200(s) and 1250(s) in the mix. This is the Ugliest BMW ever designed and built. I saw it in person and have no interest to even test ride this bike. WTF Berlin was thinking??? I hope they don't F.. Up the GSA!

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

I like it...didn't in pictures but up close in person, it's pretty cool, to me.

Still have to wait at least a year, First year models from all manufacturer's always have Gremlins to sort out. Only the guinea Beta testers buy first year models.

just get it

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

Na, I like my 2022

@donkeizluv

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu but you'll love the 2024

It’s small. If you’re 6’3” tall you may not like the seating and pegs.

For sure, the bike doesn't represent well in pictures or video. It looks better in person.

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

😄👍🏼

Review review review

Its just to expensive , the second thing is if you dont ride it offroad for me is waste of money .. correct me if I am wrong

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

Expensive is relative And even if you don’t ride off road, it’s a great bike for the road. Go test ride one and see for yourself

[ Like ] !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

30k + out the door? That's an expensive bike.. it is gorgeous but no thanks..

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

no idea on the price, didn't ask or look but it's all relative. If you only make $2,000 a month, it's insane. If you make $40,000 a month, maybe not a big deal.

@gabrielkopp2036

3 ай бұрын

@@MotoJitsu Ian at big rock moto bought one his channel for long term reviews and said it was just over 30k our the door..

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

wow, I got my 2022 GS with only 800 miles for an amazing deal...good for me

How much? 😂

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

no idea

Stop lying we all know the white one (marked sold) is yours lol

make your bloody mind up

@MotoJitsu

3 ай бұрын

Who ever said I’m buying it?