2022 BMW R1250GS 'Short Guy' 1,500 Mile Review. Pros-Cons. Best Motorcycle EVER!? 

You might want to try the "footpeg mount": put your left foot on the peg and then swing your right foot over. Gives you a little more height, which can be especially helpful if you have a topcase on. There is a video on RU-vid that covers it.

Did not know how to use quick shift correctly so I wasn’t using it. I’m old school and still use the clutch. When I purchased it dealer did not give me much information. Basically “read the manual” and watch videos works. Bike is excellent. Like that it was the end of model. Bugs worked out

Thank you for that info. It was so clear, especially compared to a couple others I viewed first. It allowed me to ride for the first time in weeks on my bike safely even though it is raining.

Thanks for this review! Im 5'2" with a 28" inseam and will be riding one in a few weeks. Looks totally doable!

Congratulations on your GS, it is really an awesome bike, but as you pointed out, it is expensive. I hope you do not mind if I give you a recommendation that makes a very big difference, no matter if someone is short or tall. Try getting on and off the bike by first stepping on the footpeg. Hope it helps. Safe riding.

Thanks for the great review buddy. I owned the little brother of yours, F850 GSA, and do agree with you about being expensive in service,parts and accessories. However, those were gone once you sat on the bike. The feeling is somewhat different especially when you're driving it on the street where everyone is looking at your bike. Superb!

I actually love the way my GS pops/bucks when doing a quick shift from 1st to 2nd. You really feel the torque when it jumps forward. Great bike!

I wrecked my harley back in November and just got it back. Don't really have the confidence in it as I did before. Really been looking into these. Thank you for this awesome review, helped me out

Good review. Ordered my 22 in December and picked up April 8th and 10k miles ago. It’s an amazing machine.

I'm 140 pounds 5ft 4 on a good day, love my 1250gsa, taking it on the gnarliest BDR just fine. A little wide for the single track but it's the SUV of motorcycles for sure.

Hello from the Republic of Ireland. As a 5'3" man, I feel your pain with the short legs. I'd like to suggest you try a Yamaha MT-09 or a Ducati Diavel as your next bike, although the Ducati might stretch your funds to the limit. Good luck with the GS and stay safe on the road. Martin

Great review. I’m 5’8” and you made me feel good about going and test driving one of these bikes. They do say the adventure is 2” taller. It’s a GS for me.

Great review! BMW is crazy expensive but the way you talked about this bike has me considering it!

Good review, info that really helps. Enjoy your ride, safe riding.

Congratulations on your new bike Micah. I might be biased but I think you made a great choice. 😁 I really like to hear others perspectives and opinions on their bikes. I believe every bike offers a different ride and gives different value to their owners. That being said, the GS/GSA at 20-30k is one of the higher priced Adv bikes on the market and 1st & 2nd services will run you about $900-$1,000 dollars. It will also keep it’s asset value higher than any other bike in the market. Compare that to say one of the lowest priced Adv bike on the market, the Royal Endfield Himalayan at about 8-10k. This bikes 1st & 2nd services will run you approximately $1,300-$1,400 while it’s value considerably drops in a faster % rate. Also, as you pointed out purchasing premium parts for a premium motorcycle can be costly, but I guess you get what you pay for, right? You mentioned bags, BMW has a few to choose from, but because of this bikes popularity there is a plethora of aftermarket bags available too. Can’t wait to see what you end up with and what you think of them. Now for my favorite question; What’s you favorite road you’ve taken the bike on so far, and why? And what is your “dream” road you can’t wait to take your GS on? Thanks for sharing, be well and ride safe my friend. 🤙🏼

It is nice to see BMW make a short version for 75% of the population (only 25% are 6ft). However, I wish if they do that on a smaller/mid size cc bike instead. I have 30-inch inseam, 150lbs, this bike is too heavy for me.

I toyed with gs vs xr and in april i bought xr from chester motorrad in uk. Found it top heavy also nowhere to put feet down cos of pegs etc found fully liaded 2 up struggled to pull away uphill stalled many times. Noisy engine. Got it £2500 discounted due it being ex display bike. Decided 3 weeks ago to ask trade in price xr has 3.5k miles on it and dealer in rotherham offered £400 less than i paid in april against a r1250gs adventure te rallye so i ordered it and instead of 7 weeks he said one is pre ordered so its mine this saturday i test rode there demo bike 3 weeks ago and i agree with you best bike of all time hands down . Also 600 service is £100

Great initial review. As the owner of a 2022 R125 GSA I agree with your assessment, really enjoying the bike. FYI, the first service here in Tucson AZ was $303, so definitely location/dealer dependent. I use a Givi Outback 42 L tope case and really like it, run about $400.

Amazing review!

Luv my 2020 GS....Yes it is expensive to maintain......but you got the best! If you mainly ride in the city, that is an interesting choice of motorcycle. I think it is a beautiful functional bike because it won't break your legs if it falls over, you can easily do rear tire hole repair, it is balanced, rides crazy smooth and list goes on and on.....total utility bike with sporty feel. AND IT LOOKS VERY STEAMPUNKISH!!

Congratulations Micah!! 🔥👍🏼

Awesome bike buddy! I went with a Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer which I think is an awesome bike but a part of me wishes I would of gave BMW more of a look.

Good summary of an incredible motorcycle. I have a ‘21 R1250GSA. It is the perfect bike. You might want to also try the cowboy mount to climb on. Less energy needed and easier on the knee joint.

Thanks for the really good review 👍 Russ

Nice review mate i to have done a review on my lower GSA im only 5ft8 and the lowered version is the way to go ..just subbed you to

best bike ever made. i have 2015 1200GS and i can't wait to upgrade to the 1250GS.

nice ride bro, one of the best Adventure Bike, ride safe

Just wanna say thanks from another Short Guy

Great review! I keep hearing the Low Suspension models have a harsh ride compared with standard suspension. What do you think?

Got the same bike in August and its fantastic... i amd 1 inch tallerthan you and have no issues with the bike at all

Seems like you have lots of energy like Blippi 😅👍 Thanks for the vid

I have the 2019 and absolutely love it! Actually mine is the Low Suspension. Try playing with the suspension as is and you’ll see that it actually lowers a little bit😉😉 Great choice for 3/yrs warranty and 36000 miles including road assistance!! Well done brother. I Am subbing too. PS got links to the headlight protector and the other “non bmw” alternatives? Ohh the bar risers: Did you have to changes lines or not?? Thanks again

Love the video Micah.. I am 5.8 I’ll be going with that set up and riser. Great video ! First bike for you ?

Bro I have been wanting to own this bike for more than 8 years.. currently owning Honda CB500X.. hopefully can buy one by next year

5'6"? No way, it's me LOL. What is your inseam? _sorry if actually I missed that part in the video_

Interesting vid, but you really need a body microphone for when you are not next to the camera. It is difficult to hear with sound volume changing so much.

I bought 2022 1250 gs standard and so far so good since I am new to motorcycle, I did ride Harley's new softail on highway few times and the Harley seemed more stable on highway, I would imagine the full sized Harley would be even more stable. Maybe it is hard to compensate for weight that Harley has.

I jave the adventure and i get on by steping on my left foitpeg with left foot then standing up and swing leg over much easier also when solo i ride with suspension on min

Great video! Thanks. I have the same height. I wonder if you tried to sit on the standard suspension GS at dealer shop and if that worked for you?

Thank you so much for the review Micah - I'm just considering getting this bike, however, despite being 5'11" I only have an inseam of 29-30". would you mind sharing what your inseam, as to test the bike out I need to travel quite far from home and don't fancy a wasted journey - thnaks again

Nice review. Thanks man. I have the exact height as you and wanna buy one. Just one worry. Have you tried it off road? Since it is lowered, I thought that would be issue on dirt.

grats. hoping to get one also.

I step on the peg first to get on. Super easy. No need to try and throw your leg over from ground

Sweet bike. Good video.👍

Did you ever test the new tiger 1200 before purchasing the gs? Or you just knew that you wanted the gs? I’m in the market for one of them. Still haven’t ridden the gs yet. Really liked the tiger

Thank you for a nice honest review, I am a similar height and considering purchasing one. Just wondering where did you get your bar risers from?

I am 5’6” too. I want to buy this model with low suspension. Too bad LED headlamp is not available. $20k+ bike with halogen headlamp is a joke in this day.

Micah, where did you get your bar risers? I have the same problem with the reach. Great video!

😂😂 this cracked me up man sick bike!!!

I'm 5'6 w 30" inseam so this is something that is very relevant for me so Thank OU! Hat is the sat height in the current setup? Is that low suspension AND a low seat?

I thought the left cylinder tick was fixed with the 2022 model. It's a fairly easy fix with a different length camshaft tensioner I think it is.

Nice piece of content....S.F.A.

nice bike mate

congrats . i would do same mods as you .

Gumball sticker fades fast

Is that with the low seat or standard seat?

Are you a new rider in general or only new to the GS? I am a new rider and started with the GS but I am very happy so far, however, I dropped mine on the first day but luckily no damage :) Ride safe!

Hi there. Great video. So, if I understood right, the bike has the std suspension and seat?

I'm 5'10" and have been wondering if tis is just to big to get my feet down at intersections! Thanks !

How do you rank with your toes? I'm only 170cm tall myself ;-). Greetings from. Germany 🇩🇪 (Sorry, Translation from Google)

is this the low suspension version of the motorbike? and you said that this is the automatic height, so if you lower it to the lowest will you be able to flat feet?

hi. where did u get the set of bar risers?

What bar riser do you have ?

What brand are your bar risers.

Are you Mclovin from Superbad? Nice bike btw

How many years of riding experience you had when you bought this bike?

Is your bike set on the lowest suspension setting and lowest seat height?

Damn! It’s equally as expenses to own a bmw motorcycle too !

I think the only downside of her is everything you buy ( OEM ) accessories and services are unreal expensive....

is the dynamic esa set to minimum?

Do you have central stand?

You could be 5"6 with 32 inseam and 6 feet tall with 28" inseam

So u can’t adjust the shifter not the rear brake pedal… see ya!

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No one knows that unit of measurement. Give us centimeters.

Ur height

Since when 5foot6 is short?