bmw r1250 gs shiftcam quick impression. 

I just traded a 2014 Multistrada on the 1250 GSA and I love it. Doesn’t have the HP but it does have my old Duc on torque. I felt the same way about the newer Multistrada with the DVT (mine was pre DVT). Great bikes but now worth upgrading for given the considerable cost to do so. My reasons for switching was I wanted to get away from chain maintenance and I wanted the fuel range of the GSA. I probably would’ve been happy with the Multistrada 1260 Enduro but didn’t really want chain maintenance when touring. Also, I think BMW has the best TFT display and I love the integration with the NAV 6.

Just got 1250 upgraded from explorer. Test ride both 1200 and 1250 - there is a huge difference - I love the 1250 it’s a 1200 on steroids !

Great review! I was looking to trade in my Triumph Tiger for the R1250GS, but decided not to do it... For months I'm looking at GS-reviews, and they almost always have the same 2 things in common, first; they all love their bikes, and second; they all had issues! In my opinion a bike should at least be free of issues, during the first 65.000 miles! I'm riding my second Triumph (about 12-13.000 miles a year) in all weather conditions, and in all these years, only once, I had to try a couple of minutes to ge it started in the midst of winter. I really like the GS, and I would like to have a little more torque, but I really depend on my bike all year, and the Tiger 1200 is no option (To top heavy, to high), so the only option is to stick with the Tiger 800.

The best review is the onest review! Well done!!!

Just got the new 1250 Fabulous

The 1250 is smoother compared to my 2016 GSA. Front brakes are better on the 1250 and it handles better. The power and delivery is noticeable. But, getting back on my GSA I preferred the less hectic throttle response. It's like BMW have spent a year on the Multistrada. Tried the 1260 Multistrada, handles better, brakes better, gearbox & quickshifter, both better. But you can still feel the slight V-twin thrum - that might put some people off. Feels and handles like a dirtbike compared to my GSA, but it's almost 30kg lighter - so no surprise. Lucky enough to own a Monster 1200 too. Given the choice I ride the Monster more. The GSA is for longer trips. Odd thng to say, but the GSA is almost a bit bland. Before anyone says about reliability and build-quality. Monster better put together and no issues. Issues with my GSA after 18 months.

you resume the difference between the two bikes....SMOOTH.......excellent

I liked v much the intro.Now,if you have already the gsa 1200 there is no need to change for the obvious reasons.But if you don't then it may worth set aside the high purchase price

I just brought home a R1250GS Adventure. I think it's cool people who've been riding these bikes for some time think they would probably keep them. Maybe this is why the BMW motorcycle resale value stays high? I have no BMW experience and I'm hoping this is a good one.

I believe I heard somewhere this is caused by supply issues, Brembo had them in the warehouse, they are a proven product, why not.

Great review! I have a 2010dohc and I guess it worth the change. Does it ?

Stick with my 1150 GS thanks

Dad issues with my gs1200, 2016, went in 3 times, nice bike to ride , but price not justified with issues they have , for that money I expect reliability, and this 1250, with all the elecronic wizzadry , I can only see massive issues

What is the music playing? It's excellent!

May I ask what happened to your gsa gearbox/engine? Why the need for the change

I will wait a couple of years and buy a secondhand 1250gs let someone else cop the financial hit

Cannon bmw, ce tare, de la ăştia mi-am luat eu s1000rr, doar că pe vremea aia erau în Braintree. Şi eu care credeam că stai undeva prin Midland.

same thing. no upgrade... old breaks have better performance. 99% of tasks I need 1200 GS is more than ok. id better buy an XR or husquarna supermoto.... just for fun.

Great review, !!

I would absolutely recommend you get the remap done from here in the uk... Google the company ... "Hilltop motorcycles" ... they do a dyno test before and afterwards, but will do worldwide postal service also .🌝 18 % more torque and horsepower for around £350. My son had his gs done last year and he is delighted with it since .

You won't really feel the torque or hp difference between 1200 and 1250. Maybe riding them back to back, but even so, not worth the trade. Unless you had a 2016 model 1200 and you hated te awful (warm) idle sound of the engine and horrible clunky gearbox. Then, it makes a big difference...

Good comment..well done

My new gsa has gold brembos

Some bikes will get BMW-branded Hayes calipers

Hey Ferry, if it wasn't for the history you have with your current bike, and it wasn't about the money, and if you walked in to a bar, oops, different story, if you walked into a bike shop and could buy a '18 R1200GS Rallye or the new '19 R1250 HD, which one would you walk/ride out with please? Thanks.

The front brakes are Brembo.

Maybe they ran of brevo breaks

Swap for a Yamaha Super Tenere, and save!🤑

Gopro doesn’t work right, BMW doesn’t work right….I am seeing a pattern here.

Go get your self a xr1000 I demo both these bikes and wouldn't take them for free the xr 1000 murdered them in every way.