Why is Everyone SELLING Their 1300 GS?! - ALL THE PROBLEMS Mega Edition!

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    With the 2024 BMW R 1300 GS
    Please Stay tuned for my BMW R 1300 GS review and ride test.
    Is it better than the R 1250 GS? 2024 BMW R1300 GS Specs
    Powering the BMW R1300 GS is a larger 1300cc boxer-twin engine. It will have 10 more horses than the outgoing model. The peak power and torque output are 146 Bhp and 150 Nm respectively. Underpinning, the R1300 GS is a new chassis with an aluminium subframe and 10KG Lighter. Cant wait to hear the start up sound. The 2024 R 1300 will be a beast.
    Is it better than the Ducati MultiStrada V4S, Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro or the KTM Super adventure S. Is the Honda Africa Twin in the conversation?
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Komentáře • 311

  • @EuropeanMotorcycleTours
    @EuropeanMotorcycleTours Před 27 dny +18

    WTF you made 😂 me laugh so much you are bang in the truth !

  • @AmbrosiasRideOuts
    @AmbrosiasRideOuts Před 26 dny +17

    My conclusion was that the 1250 is 'PEAK GS' and the 1300 is a totally new bike and will have to fight to retain/gain it position. Also, same as software, never buy v1.0 of anything.

  • @markholmes5695
    @markholmes5695 Před 27 dny +23

    Mammy, that man is shouting at his motorbike in the park…😅

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +2

      That’s what those strange looks were

  • @PetrolJunkie
    @PetrolJunkie Před 26 dny +37

    I've got more issues with how annoying the presenter is than I've personally seen with a 1300GS.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +10

      Thank you. Glad your annoyed 👌

    • @saeedalfahim8604
      @saeedalfahim8604 Před 24 dny +2

      @@thefika 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @bjjw
      @bjjw Před 18 dny +1

      Posses the question why you watched it, doesn't it?

    • @PetrolJunkie
      @PetrolJunkie Před 18 dny

      @@bjjw I was wondering what issues other people had with the motorcycle. The regret for clicking is real.

    • @orsula09
      @orsula09 Před 17 dny +2

      I tried, I really tried but could not listen to this presenter.

  • @mart7798
    @mart7798 Před 26 dny +7

    theres going to be a lot of angry people in starbucks after this video!😂

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 25 dny

      lol and don’t they let me know about it :)

    • @jeremysmith9898
      @jeremysmith9898 Před 22 dny

      I been riding a GS for many years. Starbucks sucks and I bet you believe in that "Karen" bull shit too. There is life off the internet, Get one people!

  • @expatbiker6598
    @expatbiker6598 Před 27 dny +12

    His agenda is determined by CZcams algorithm. 😂😂😂

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +2

      The Mega Bucks you get on CZcams. I’m hoping I can get some Corn Flakes

    • @MotoCampAdventure
      @MotoCampAdventure Před 23 dny

      If you knew how little youtubers make at this subscriber count lol

  • @biker_marinator5696
    @biker_marinator5696 Před 22 dny +4

    Haha just loved the way you ripped the 1300GS 🤣🤣

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 22 dny

      Have a good one mate

    • @biker_marinator5696
      @biker_marinator5696 Před 22 dny

      @@thefika I recently bought a R1250GS and I’m not so happy with it. All kind of warnings and messages on the screen and battery problems. I didn’t have any issues with my previous S1000XR. It is very close I’ll sell the bike and buy something else. Probably a triumph tiger.

  • @saeedalfahim8604
    @saeedalfahim8604 Před 27 dny +29

    A lot of noise …..My GS 1300 triple black works just fine 🤞

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +2

      Awesome to hear ;)

    • @Kevimoto
      @Kevimoto Před 26 dny +2

      Making mountains out of mole hills is what social media is all about. The Triumph Tiger gets 💩 on quite often. And it's mostly by people that have never even ridden one. You get used to it. 😂

    • @GS_Trophy
      @GS_Trophy Před 25 dny +3

      My 1300gs trophy has been amazing.

    • @AurelSer
      @AurelSer Před 25 dny +2

      Because it's still new....

    • @saeedalfahim8604
      @saeedalfahim8604 Před 25 dny

      @AurelSer Absolutely, well 1st edition normally has issues with usage that does not show during testing phase. Will wait and see 🤞🏻

  • @LifeOnTheSkids
    @LifeOnTheSkids Před 27 dny +15

    Funny… I’m not selling my 1300. Zero issues with mine so far👍😎 spot on everywhere else. Lol

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +2

      That is awesome to hear mate 👍 Keep me posted

    • @shegocrazy
      @shegocrazy Před 26 dny

      ​@thefika I reckon. They are getting too fn big though. 1400cc? Ridiculous.

    • @LifeOnTheSkids
      @LifeOnTheSkids Před 25 dny

      @@thefika I will let you know if I have any problems! 👍

  • @REDNCR
    @REDNCR Před 27 dny +17

    Interesting, but more details are required to describe better the issues, looks like it's just a smear of the bike. Here in France I never heard about this massive will of the owners to sell their 1300 GS, I'm keeping mine for now.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny

      Look in a GS Facebook group. There are more than I mentioned

    • @michielvandepol6765
      @michielvandepol6765 Před 26 dny +3

      Come take a look in The Netherlands. There's practically zero 1300 owners that sell them...
      I'm a BMW hater too but we need to keep it honest.

    • @AurelSer
      @AurelSer Před 25 dny

      I'm in a few groups about the bmw gs 1250 and 1300 in france, and they are definitely known for being unreliable, by the owners. In france people dont buy second hand until the price is right. Wait that the warranty expire and you will see a lot to sell.

    • @michielvandepol6765
      @michielvandepol6765 Před 24 dny

      So, in 3 years......That's not a prediction, that's a certainty.
      BMW is really unreliable for sure. But the sell like nothing else.

  • @martinhughes9769
    @martinhughes9769 Před 24 dny +2

    Been watching you for a while, you never fail to make me smile, great video 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @numidian5191
    @numidian5191 Před 26 dny +7

    Not a single one for sale second hand here in New England, USA.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny

      You guys got these late right"?

    • @feloniousmonk3049
      @feloniousmonk3049 Před 25 dny +1

      @@thefika yesm finally showed up in March of 2024 state side. Maybe give it time. Bought my 2023 1250 GS in November 2023, and I'm tall, 6'5" and not going to let it go, it's everything i want in a bike.

  • @TimRHillard
    @TimRHillard Před 24 dny +2

    Yeahhh, not so much. I'd think the grand majority of people buying the new GS, understand who BMW is. Just like their tanks in WW2, they became the most advanced, but their reliability not so good. And, hard to work on. But that engineering is incredible.
    Their cars are the same. You don't want one three years or older for sure.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 24 dny

      I agree with most of that but we have other brands with new platforms in recent years to compare too. As I said add all their issues up and still the 1300……

  • @extraordinarywolf320
    @extraordinarywolf320 Před 7 dny +1

    That's funny because I don't have one but now I'm getting one! This video made me do it.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 7 dny +1

      👍 let’s us know how it goes

  • @SwedishTequilaWorm
    @SwedishTequilaWorm Před 27 dny +2

    Great stuff, Aussie humour is the best! 🐨 😂
    I’ve spent more hours than I want to admit, watching Randy Feltface- and Jim Jeffries videos haha
    Cheers from 🇸🇪!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +2

      Thanks 🙏 mate. Come down here Bruv

  • @Fractal379
    @Fractal379 Před 16 dny

    You took all the words right out of my mouth 🤣 Great video - easy sub!

  • @dhc8guru
    @dhc8guru Před 23 dny +2

    Dealers getting rid of bad demos only turn into buyers who are pissed and light up social media complaining. They don’t need that either.

  • @67daltonknox
    @67daltonknox Před 6 hodinami

    Back in 2020, KTM announced the new 2021 1290SAS. I had had my eye on the old one and after a raft of early problems, things seemed to be improving. By October, there were a lot of unsold 2020 bikes in the dealerships, so after playing one off against another, I got a new bike (not a demo) for a bargain price and I have to say it is terrific and after 3 1/2 years, I have had no problems at all. I think you are right, best to get the last of the old than the first of the new, which is a nuisance because I fancy the upcoming 2025 RAV4, but may have to wait a couple of years to get one.

  • @mikealls8938
    @mikealls8938 Před 25 dny +2

    Haha 😂 brilliant mate! Notice everyone crying that their bikes are fine ! Chill out gang! It's just a funny review on CZcams. If your bikes are fine, Great!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 25 dny +1

      Thats exactly my thoughts. Have a great day mate.

    • @mikealls8938
      @mikealls8938 Před 25 dny

      @@thefika You too pal.

  • @m4ci3j72
    @m4ci3j72 Před dnem

    I am so glad that quality of BMW bikes is on par with their cars 😅

  • @kevinbowers3917
    @kevinbowers3917 Před 27 dny +3

    Tell me how you really feel,, lol.. love it.. Cheers,ed

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +1

      Have a great day mate

  • @C_R_O_M________
    @C_R_O_M________ Před 18 dny

    That was an inspired rant! In fact, it was the mother of all rants but quite funny. Well done!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 17 dny +1

      My man. Have a great day

  • @abritablondeabike
    @abritablondeabike Před 5 dny +1

    Yep. I bought one.
    Wish I had kept my 1250.
    Pretty gutted to be honest.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 5 dny

      You should make a video on that.
      Lots of people would be interested.
      Thanks for sharing

    • @abritablondeabike
      @abritablondeabike Před 2 dny

      I will mate. To friken cold here at the moment. 🥶 🥶

  • @Axsel85
    @Axsel85 Před 21 dnem +1

    Here in US I could only find a couple used ones for not much less than the msrp. At least BMW stand behind their warranty, unlike KTM.
    Also, it’s annoying how youtubers bashing the new cars and bikes for being overpriced and not reliable, new Toyota line for example. Yes, they are expensive, but that’s what it takes to build something nowadays with all the technologies that people want and government demands.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 20 dny +1

      Yep. KTM cam job dodgers

    • @georgedoolittle7574
      @georgedoolittle7574 Před 20 dny

      The problem is these machines really are *CRAZY* overpriced tho. Who in their right mind spends $30,000 US Dollars for an off road bike to be taken off road? These are machines that are expected to be busted up but then *FIXABLE* so just don't get this in the first instance...but marketing of the item is spectacular. People buy them then defend the purchase with a "no problem with mine!" response. The whole point of these machines is that they will be crashed but can then be put back together. Meanwhile CF Moto is really challenging in all the right ways the purpose of having these types of machines. Anyhow your money to spend I won't argue with that part. Great CZcams product here tho is an understatement..

    • @Axsel85
      @Axsel85 Před 20 dny

      It is expensive but I wouldn’t call it an off-road vehicle, and I wouldn’t use it for any serious off-road. I personally stick to 230lb 2 stroke bikes for that.

  • @ClementW_
    @ClementW_ Před 17 dny

    is it necessary to add adaptive height control option for a 185cm man?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 16 dny

      No but its one of the best features. it makes it much easier to handle

  • @fredensminde
    @fredensminde Před 5 dny

    When you, like myself, are used to KTM, nothing can scare you😉

  • @andybeviere541
    @andybeviere541 Před 23 dny

    Love my 1300GS as well, no issues with the bike as yet, the panniers however… now thats a different story!!! Admittedly as you said I don’t have the adaptive ride height…

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 23 dny +1

      Thanks for sharing the info mate. It’s good to hear

  • @Kelly-oq9nh
    @Kelly-oq9nh Před 27 dny +6

    Was hoping to know what you really think about the 1300…?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny

      I hope i did mate

    • @Kelly-oq9nh
      @Kelly-oq9nh Před 26 dny

      Being sarcastic. Tell it like it is… Love it!

    • @caledonianbiker
      @caledonianbiker Před 24 dny +1

      Hi I've had my R1300GS Trophy Enduro equipped with high suspension and forged wheels 8 months now and no issues riding in salty roads in Scotland.
      #Caledonian Biker

  • @gregstone7194
    @gregstone7194 Před 20 dny

    Looking forward to the 900GS video.
    Cause it's not always about the shaft.

  • @numidian5191
    @numidian5191 Před 26 dny

    Where did you get that "Spirit of GS" shirt?

  • @hangpilot1200
    @hangpilot1200 Před 26 dny +1

    My mean green 1300 is a great sporty cruiser. I've never liked the look of a boxer, but as soon as I test-rode the torque monster, I was sold! This thing likes the corners much more than previous versions. Two-up, with the adaptive ride height, my wife is a happy camper. I can only guess BMW shrank the dimensions and upped power to attract a newer, shorter demographic😉 Heck, how many GS owners REALLY take their bikes offroad?? Still waiting for my top box...

    • @csaREEM
      @csaREEM Před 26 dny

      Noice

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny

      I love hearing good stories much more than negative ones:)
      Thats the right bike for sports touring 100%

  • @benkelly2190
    @benkelly2190 Před 25 dny +1

    I love the way folk get annoyed with ya! Specially GS owners! Keep up the good work mate.👍🏻

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 24 dny +1

      I’m not trying to annoy people but yer.
      They need to drink some cement and harden up

    • @benkelly2190
      @benkelly2190 Před 24 dny

      @@thefika yep! Too precious..need to get Sence of humour..bless.

  • @twowheelin7361
    @twowheelin7361 Před 20 dny

    I was looking at buying that demo bike, not now, thanks for the intel!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 19 dny

      Just go to the bmw motorrad website on the in stock now section. Pick a 1300 out. It will have everything on it. Then ask for a deal. You will get it cheaper than if you just ticked a few boxes

    • @twowheelin7361
      @twowheelin7361 Před 19 dny

      @@thefika cheers, thinking now of updating to the 900GS enduro rather than the 1300GS👍🏽 Love ya videos and the honesty

  • @lukm5420
    @lukm5420 Před 16 dny

    I've made a video about my GSA 2018 (it's in Polish language) pointing out all the problems I had and what a hate I received. People generally do not want to think about GSes in that way, their minds are blocked somehow. I had to sell my GS as I could not longer live with the amount of issues it has, and it only had 6k miles on the clock.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 15 dny

      Yep. People cant handle the truth

  • @wandering_armadillo
    @wandering_armadillo Před 10 dny

    OMG you're hilarious!! I hope you get a million views!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 10 dny +1

      Very kind of you to say so.
      Have a great day

    • @wandering_armadillo
      @wandering_armadillo Před 9 dny +1

      I hope ya get more traffic! I just popped your link onto The Missenden Flyers comment page 😊

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 9 dny +1

      @@wandering_armadillo May thanks. 🙏

  • @StygianX
    @StygianX Před 27 dny +2

    lmao, nice vid mate.

  • @peevpl
    @peevpl Před 16 dny

    We also get 5 years in Bulgaria. I had to pay for the extended warranty but it was €130, so it's a no-brainer, I don't think anyone has ever not paid for it.

  • @MotoTourIreland
    @MotoTourIreland Před 27 dny

    Keep oil in the shaft?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +2

      Better then spraying it everywhere 😛

  • @hazarddavid6987
    @hazarddavid6987 Před 20 dny

    The R1250 GS is the peak of the GS series in my not-so humble view.
    And yes, i don't buy the first batch of anything...
    Also the 1300 lost its road presence...not so muscular and look kinda timid.

  • @GS_Trophy
    @GS_Trophy Před 25 dny +1

    Ya…. There’s not a single used 1300gs around me for sale. Even a few thousand mile away searches. 0.
    Put 300 miles on mine the first day and was perfect. 200 more yesterday and wouldn’t trade it for anything.
    My Pan America… Now that’s a different story. Was in the shop 4 times in the first 1k miles and left me stranded 5 times. The biggest piece of junk bike I’ve ever put in my garage. Thankfully, i got rid of it.
    I’ll never own another Harley again.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 25 dny +1

      Thanks for sharing this

  • @RP-di8oq
    @RP-di8oq Před 25 dny

    Ridden the 1300 in the Welsch back country (think muddy ruts, gravel roads, river crossings etc) I also just bought a 2024 R1250 GSA, upgraded from my 1200 GSA.
    I test rode the 1300 before I bought the 1250 and agreed with a lot of what you say BUT after putting the 1300 GSA through some of the toughest riding terrain, which I have also done on a 1250. The 1300 is just a bit better everywhere.
    I also still prefer lots of things about the 1250.
    Its all personal preference.... and you never ever buy first generation of a new car/bike.
    The 900 is a weapon as well!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 24 dny

      That’s great man. Good to hear from you

  • @faraitakaendesa5356
    @faraitakaendesa5356 Před 17 dny

    The last of the old will always beat the first of the new. 🆕

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 16 dny

      Another quote from Carroll Smith. Horsepower sell cars but Torque wins races

  • @JoeS97756
    @JoeS97756 Před 27 dny

    Full floating rotors on the forged wheels could be causing the squeaking.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny

      That’s interesting:)

  • @ObsidianFrog
    @ObsidianFrog Před 22 dny

    I've still got my old 70's R100RS with low km's sitting in my shed. I think I'll convert it to a Paris/Dakar GS....... At least l can work on it myself.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 22 dny +1

      Wow. The real deal. You’re one lucky guy

  • @michsky46
    @michsky46 Před 20 dny

    CarPlay on my ATAS is damn amazing. I ve got it wireless

  • @christianmouraux7269
    @christianmouraux7269 Před 17 dny

    Listening to him, I ended counting the « fuck » more than listening anything else 😀

  • @groverw7507
    @groverw7507 Před 27 dny

    a US market with used 1300 GS would be sweet

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny

      You guys got it later than us Convicts. Crazy. How is the 1300 being received over there?

    • @TheDennzio
      @TheDennzio Před 24 dny

      @@thefika looks like shite to me

  • @123limelight
    @123limelight Před 15 dny

    What is the worst year gs besides the 1300

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 14 dny

      Bmw are good at fixing most the issues. So most issues are fixed on older models

  • @gp92510
    @gp92510 Před 22 dny

    Demos: brand new engines and prospective buyers do a test drive and with no break-in, immediately bounce 'em off the rev limiter... And...

  • @petercreagh8797
    @petercreagh8797 Před 17 dny

    I saw in a BMW shaft service video the guy reckoned that the shaft drives on BMWs are not rated for more powerful motors than 850cc

  • @westeagle00
    @westeagle00 Před 18 dny

    Thanks for telling the TRUTH -not blowing sunshine up everyone's hoo-ha!😂

  • @p.musolf8310
    @p.musolf8310 Před 2 dny +1

    I lot of assumptions from an empty box presenter only able to repeat the word fuck for 20 minutes.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 2 dny

      Best 20 minutes of your life

  • @markshirley7639
    @markshirley7639 Před 3 dny

    8 weeks in and 4000 miles ! No issues 🥱

  • @nicholascrocker4329
    @nicholascrocker4329 Před 8 dny

    I’m confused! You spend 20 minutes slagging the R1300GS off then at the end you say you haven’t decided as whether to pull the trigger to get one. Also, is ‘fuck’ a mechanical term?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 5 dny

      You can get help if you’re r confused. I will draw it in crayons next time

  • @dirkdigglertube
    @dirkdigglertube Před 26 dny

    I will go for the ducati ms v4 rally.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 25 dny

      Ah man. What a weapon

  • @shegocrazy
    @shegocrazy Před 26 dny

    19:54 Life Is A Ride Motorcycle Tours in case anyone is wondering... and didn't notice the pinned comment (like me lol).

  • @michaelbarnes6901
    @michaelbarnes6901 Před 18 dny

    Bmw have done a good job keeping all these faults very quiet!!! So be careful pal cos bmw mint put a hit on ya !!! 😅😅🥳🥳👍

  • @thomaswolkenburg7970
    @thomaswolkenburg7970 Před 11 dny

    Ich hatte eine 1200er GS und eine 1250 er danach kaufte sich eine Africa Twin 1100 und bin glücklich

  • @HRAZZI
    @HRAZZI Před 26 dny +1

    I like this guy, kind a guy you want to grab a pint with.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 25 dny +2

      Ah mate. Let’s go!!!

    • @HRAZZI
      @HRAZZI Před 25 dny +1

      @@thefika whenever you can come for a ride in the south of France, we will catch up :D

  • @berniebgf
    @berniebgf Před 16 dny

    Lots of views and comments, mission accomplished.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 16 dny

      Have a great day mate

  • @itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449

    I have a Moto Guzzi V85tt and the 19-20 models had a “ Shaft “ 😂, over fill issue , other than that my 2021 model only one small issue “ and it’s a Moto Guzzi ! with a “ shaft “😂😂😂

  • @kencarrcarr3751
    @kencarrcarr3751 Před 25 dny

    I knew this would get the GS owners as tight as a spring and just about to blow a blood vessel , 3:31 they have the thinnest skins in the biking world when it comes to constructive criticism of their bikes just a generalisation you understand lol.Ten thousand miles on my Pan America Special with no problems a awesome bike I love it😅

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 25 dny

      Thats awesome to hear mate. I had a few Pan America owners message me.
      I love it

  • @damianmcnulty7663
    @damianmcnulty7663 Před 27 dny

    5 year warranty on the shaft, everyone's a winner.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny

      My shaft is dead and is only for weeing

  • @wangjuezi
    @wangjuezi Před 21 dnem

    so many "fark"s, I love it

  • @user-my7wc5kh3y
    @user-my7wc5kh3y Před 26 dny

    Been waiting a month for this latest irreverent slam on the new GS. Good God you are funny as hell. Laughed so many times. Makes me think BMW rushed production a wee bit ... about six months too soon. Glad I have my Tiger. 2024 Stelvio would be my second choice. Third choice, nah, none.
    Ned, SC, USA

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny

      Thanks for sharing mate :)

  • @TheBioniXman
    @TheBioniXman Před 13 dny

    There are virtually none for sale here in France. It seems that you have some sort of axe to grind.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 12 dny

      Thanks for letting me know the the France situation. I have a chainsaw not an axe.

  • @steppenwolf5956
    @steppenwolf5956 Před 13 dny

    You should never buy a new BMW model from the very first production batch. You can buy that bike in 3 years when all issues are fixed

  • @mikedignum1868
    @mikedignum1868 Před 23 dny

    You should never buy the fist series bike...give it a year so they get rid of the bugs, then buy a series two.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 22 dny

      There are a few thrill seekers out there 👍

  • @dougiequick1
    @dougiequick1 Před 25 dny

    There are a few demos for sale on Cycle Trader but none private party i dont think. a few with less than 700 miles only one has like 3k+ miles but damn they want $28k for the damn thing! These bikes are so pricey! I dont know if this is typical for such a new model or not but I will say there seems to be plenty of supply if anyone is shopping for a 1300 new or slightly used....again no private party bikes that saw. Damn Cycle trader wont let me search for pre owned only...only option is to check new or "new or used" the jerks. I remember when bikes such as the Tenere 700 first came out you could not find one for sale for the first couple years but they were a price point motorcycle on the other hand pricier but better KTM 790 and then 890 always seem to have been available so maybe it is just that way with expensive well appointed motorcycles in a market where motorcycles are not as popular as they once were? idk.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 24 dny

      I think the motorcycle industry is in trouble. The deals they have now are crazy good. They can’t sell bikes atm

  • @csaREEM
    @csaREEM Před 25 dny

    Can I have fries with that?

  • @kencarrcarr3751
    @kencarrcarr3751 Před 26 dny +1

    Get ya sel a Harley-Davidson Pan America Special much better ,this will set the cat amongst the pigeons lol!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny

      HD Big Dog 🐶

    • @GS_Trophy
      @GS_Trophy Před 25 dny

      Pan America is a failed attempt at an adventure. Went thru 2 of them before letting it go for good. 4 shop visits first 1k miles. What a joke.
      The bike is so unrefined for the price. Can never tell when it’s going to start or leave you stranded. Mediocre showa suspension that worked on and off.
      Harley can’t get rid of them. 22k new and there’s tons of used ones around me going for 12k straight from Harley dealers lol. Nobody wants them. I know why now….
      The biggest piece of junk of a bike that ever sat in my garage. Good riddance.

  • @pbservano
    @pbservano Před 24 dny +1

    This is hilarious..... 😅

  • @Kaptain13Gonzo
    @Kaptain13Gonzo Před 22 dny +1

    So, you bought a Harley .....

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 22 dny

      Yes for the Blue Oyster Bar Membership

  • @quocle652
    @quocle652 Před 24 dny

    lol I do watch the video because he’s different. But all new bikes have problem lmao tell me one that come out and it doesn’t have problems. But for what it worth, my 1300gs is wonder, 1800 miles in. Maybe a few small issue here and there but over is great!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 24 dny

      I so glad to hear this from multiple people.
      I tried to say that just because there are issues doesn’t mean you will have them and you’re the proof

  • @bjjw
    @bjjw Před 18 dny

    900GS looks a lot like Africa Twin Standard model.

  • @saveukraine7994
    @saveukraine7994 Před 24 dny +1

    THIS MUST BE THE ABSOLUTE WORST BIKE BMW HAS EVER MADE 😢😢😢😢

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 24 dny

      Its a great bike but....

  • @maciejkrol1368
    @maciejkrol1368 Před 18 dny

    calm down mate:)

  • @donrascal172
    @donrascal172 Před 6 dny

    We don't all talk like this yobo 😅

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 5 dny

      I know. Nearly as the Yobo commenter’s

    • @donrascal172
      @donrascal172 Před 4 dny

      @thefika that's it mate..😆😆

  • @horatio8764
    @horatio8764 Před 27 dny

    You are upsetting ze fanboys, but the forums have spoken.
    Hail the shaft , love the shaft

  • @lucasm5889
    @lucasm5889 Před 8 dny

    are you OK mate? you seem disturbed...

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 5 dny

      Thanks for asking. I’m epic

  • @kenluscombe6478
    @kenluscombe6478 Před 18 dny

    Very Funny

  • @mwbruns70
    @mwbruns70 Před 3 dny

    5:35 and you are not telling me one issue. Just blowing hit air, but ok its Australia. And then you are reading from 2 papers about issues. Can you show them or are you just reading them from your paper and never had them. I have a 1250 GSA and a 1300GS. Both are great. No Problems at all on both of them.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 3 dny

      No and the world feels better that your 1300 GS has no issues. The issues don't exist anymore. Well done ")

  • @markshirley7639
    @markshirley7639 Před 3 dny

    Definitely noisy motor, my lawn mower runs smoother, apart from that the bikes awesome ! Ear plugs assort it out .

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 3 dny

      The 1300 IS Awesome. I agree

    • @markshirley7639
      @markshirley7639 Před 3 dny

      @@thefika BUT if i had a 1250 I wouldn't change for the 1300 until I was ready for a change ! If that makes sense !

  • @shegocrazy
    @shegocrazy Před 26 dny +1

    The impression I get is that the 1300 is a great bike for GS virgins....but not an upgrade for 1200/1250 owners. What were BMW thinking when they removed an obvious upgrade path for GS owners?

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny

      Only hope is the GS Adventure

  • @silveriojohan
    @silveriojohan Před 27 dny +3

    I love your honesty, BMW will ban you for life , GS owner won't talk about their issues 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +1

      Yep. I think that’s happening. Have a great day Bruv

    • @silveriojohan
      @silveriojohan Před 26 dny

      @@thefika hi from Toronto, Canada. I almost purchased the 2022 1250 GS adv last year, picked the 2023 Honda Africa Twin adv and it’s been the best choice, please keep the energy

  • @brentcassidy357
    @brentcassidy357 Před 26 dny +1

    Too many F words for me!!

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +4

      Everyone is honored you shared that information

  • @einarrunebirkeland9233
    @einarrunebirkeland9233 Před 21 dnem

    In Norway there are none for sale at this date that is not new. None. Zero

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 20 dny

      Thanks for letting us know

  • @aao331
    @aao331 Před 26 dny

    You really hate the 1300. Give it some time, the 1200 also had issues on release, as every bike. My 2014 had fading brakes, the pressure plate problem, etc. All fixed also its a 100k km bike. The worst problem of the 1300 is that is ugly. But not masculine ugly like the 1200, its just plain ugly.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 26 dny +2

      I really like the 1300 GS. I’m glad it exists. I think The GSA if it’s a lot bigger maybe be then one

  • @michielvandepol6765
    @michielvandepol6765 Před 23 dny

    Everyone.....For research purposes I've checked in The Netherlands. There are just 2 used R 1300 GS bikes for sale. At least one of them is a demo bike from a dealer. But yes, everyone is selling the 1300 GS. 😂
    I don't like the BMW brand but come on......keep it real. Be done with the click bait.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 23 dny

      Whats going on shorturl.at/hPUY5

    • @michielvandepol6765
      @michielvandepol6765 Před 23 dny

      @@thefika Most of them are dealer demo bikes and new to order.....

  • @billyflanagan9657
    @billyflanagan9657 Před 25 dny

    The nine hundred looks like it has a broken beak

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 24 dny

      I do see 310 Gs in it

  • @Roberta_Esposito
    @Roberta_Esposito Před 21 hodinou

    its not JOO-CATTY
    its DOO-GODI

  • @truthandjustice6838
    @truthandjustice6838 Před 6 dny

    Never understood how people buy a German motorcycle. BMW is renowned for the poor reliability. For that money I will not go near a BMW.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 5 dny

      Well KTM said. Hold my bear

  • @TheTommiart
    @TheTommiart Před 9 dny

    Noice

  • @man16812
    @man16812 Před 24 dny

    Lol, had fun watching the video and reading the butt hurt 1300gs owners.

  • @1JRW1
    @1JRW1 Před 24 dny

    Not sure why you love to play the clown while you are talking.
    I just ended up completely exhausted after listening your screams.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 24 dny +1

      Ah mate. Do you think you will pull through? At least you felt something.
      There is plenty of the same boring vanilla videos of you need to fall asleep.

  • @TheSilmarallion
    @TheSilmarallion Před 23 dny

    Never ever buy a new variant of a bike or car, they need 2-3 years to sort out all the issues.

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 23 dny

      I guess there are thrill seekers

    • @TheSilmarallion
      @TheSilmarallion Před 23 dny

      @@thefika or more money the grey matter ;-)

  • @elithegreat6463
    @elithegreat6463 Před 22 dny

    Imagine an Indian made KTM 390 has illuminated Switch gear, and a 30k BMW doesn’t, I’m Done with BMW 👎👎

  • @ComfyDadShoes
    @ComfyDadShoes Před 22 dny

    I’ll gladly take someone’s problematic GS1300 off their hands and give them a DR650 that will last for ages! 😉

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 22 dny +1

      Woof. That’s the way

  • @Ritte13
    @Ritte13 Před 25 dny

    It’s a two wheel Range Rover……

  • @nasheetabrahams419
    @nasheetabrahams419 Před 25 dny

    Hmm maybe you don't want the value if your 1250 to drop ... no real facts that i could pick up

    • @thefika
      @thefika  Před 25 dny

      I cant sleep at night. I'm so worried about my 1250 value.
      Those issues are imaginary too. They even pretended to fix those issues Just to keep up the facade