BMW R1250GS Adaptive LED Headlight vs Cornering Headlights. ENG /DEU 

Great content Carl, I have owned 47 motorcycles in 55 years, my first GSA 1250 a 2021 year. you are definitely filling in all the tech gaps BMW does not give us owners. BMW should be supporting your channel you are doing their work and deserve much credit ! We will be watching and recommend your channel to others ! Again thanks and well done !

Brand new adventure touring rider (2022 GSA Anniversary Edition) - I have to say, your video content is top-notch. I've learned more about this new bike in about 3 hours of watching than I've been able to learn anywhere else. Thanks for doing such great work!

Thank you for a very comprehensive and clear description of the adaptive headlights. Much apprecaited.

Enjoyed that Carl. A few people have asked about my headlamp protector and I’ve told them the headlamp is expensive, but I’ve also said I’ve no idea why. Wait until the next guy asks 😂

Glad I found Carl’s video series on the BMW R1250GS. Great having him go over the technology in these BMW motorcycles.

Thank you Carl. The slot I’m talking about was specifically designed under the seat to take the Abus U lock (minus the Lock) If you can imagine after removing the seat you could just insert the U section into the special bay just over the rear light. So useful.

I've got BMW cars and I'm looking at buying one of their bikes. It's cool to know that the bikes also have this feature. On my current bikes they don't have any adjustment or augmentation to the headlight when cornering, so the inside goes dark. I hate it. Great to know the BMWs and some other manufactures now compensate for this. I will say the adaptive lighting tech on their cars does quite well at keeping the beams perfectly level when going over bumps and it turns the light into the corners which provides incredible visibility. If this tech works on the bike as well at it does on their cars it's going to be a game changer riding at night for me when I eventually get on of their bikes.

I'm new to the BMW GS and have learned very much thru your videos. Keep the good work. Thanks much. Mauro from Brazil.

Lovely as always. Keep going

Love your videos, thanks for the info

Awesome explanation. Great job!

You’re doing a great job Carl.

Great information like your videos very much keep them coming 🏍👍

Carl, thanks for your details information of GS. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Just picked up My new 2023 GSA 1250 and it has the adaptive headlight option with LED’s. Thank you for the wonderful explanation!

Great explanation. Glad I ticked the box

Thanks Carl. Good job! Finally got my GS Rallye home, love it.

Picked up my 1250 GS earlier this week. Thank you very much for these awesome details!

Thank you. Excellent explanation of BMW's adaptive headlight system.

Thanks for the video! Super informative!

Great explanation, simple and effective description of something complicated. My new GSA arrives next week and I’m finding your series really useful and informative. Thank you for your efforts!

Nice explanation!

Another great explanation of the adaptive headlight, content is spot on and I am slowly working my ways through all the GS1250 content.

This is the best explanation. You have a new subscriber 👍.

Thanks. I finally can see n understand the difference that my GSA R1250 2021 lights make!

Another amazing and excellent class from Carl’s University of BMW! Keep up the great work. Your production and presentation style is second to nine.

Thanks for your amazing work Carl! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I’m about to pickup my new bike from the dealership and your videos are suuuoer helpful. Now I know how to properly set it up. I’ve seen tons of videos about the R1250GS but no body has explained the technology and how it works like you do 👏🏼

Cheers from Bolivia Carl! Very enjoyable and educative videos! Getting my own 1250 Thophy in some weeks.

Wow even I understood this, thank you ... Very useful and well put ...

Thanks for your videos. I am slowly looking from going from a 2011 1200 GS all the way to a 21 or newer 1250GS. So your videos are super useful for a wannabe 1250 buyer/owner. Up till now I've held back from upgrading as I really like the last of the oil/air cooled. I am beginning to think I am missing some good features and your videos are the reason.

Thank you very much. Information brilliant.

Great video, I knew the headlamp followed the road according to going round corners but didn’t realise how much was going on in the headlight unit so thanks for the insight to how it works. Also the info for setting up the ancillary spot was very much appreciated.

Amazing job Carl! Got such an informative, one mite even say educational content. Super delighted to pickup my brand new GS next month, now armed with knowledge passed on by you on this channel. Thanks, and hope we mite ride some times together when I am at my second home in Germany. Keep up the content coming.

Great video! Greetings from Bolivia!

You are doing a great job! Very informative and you seem like a nice fellow! I appreciate the effort behind your videos. I just bought a 2022 R1250GS, a level headed review and tips and tricks helps so much!! Keep up the great work!

I just book a R1250GS triple black and find your videos very helpful. good job!

Excellent review. Got them on my 1250 GS, but never really knew how they worked. Thank you…

I'm watching your videos from Brazil and your explanation is so good! Very detailed about the features. I've upgraded my F850 GSA to the R1250 rally and I'm loving the bike. Congratulations to your channel, and keep going

You are better explaining everything than they could ever do, you channel is much more informative then the manual! Keep it up!

Woah got to learn something new today 💁🏼

Great videos

Hey Carl. I did it - did subscibe you right there from Germany. I do enjoy your performance. Many are talking - you got something to tell! Good stuff and pretty entertaining. By the way I do own a 20 GSA - and just love it, as you do. GS for almost 30 years in a row. So, let us enjoy our ride.

I know this an "old" vid, but great content thanks

By far the best content I’ve seen on RU-vid. Amazing detail. I’m genuinely excited to watch more. 🎉

Great content bring on the next one. Please do something on tyres

Another great video. I really appreciate you going into the more technical side of things that a lot of creators glance over. I hardly use my aux lights but I should probably get them adjusted. You might want to look at getting an Innovv K5 camera system installed on your bike. You never have to worry about if you were recording when something cool happens because it's always recording. I got a replacement grill from A Bike Thing and with a few modifications to some minor plastics the K5 looks factory installed.

I just bought a GS and found your channel trying to learn all about my purchase. Great content. I'm learning a lot. You have a nice personality and are a good teacher. BTW, you dropped this vid on my wife's birthday so I subscribed!

Hi Carl hope you are well we are currently in Scotland enjoying the NC500 and the michelin pr6 are great weather is sunny ..Great video mate .

Carl, that is the best description of how the BM lights work that I have seen online. I hadn’t picked the side to side movement and no one else has mentioned this at all. I am a bit of a light nut and have better than excellent lights on my car soI fitted a Cansmart and a pair of Baja Designs Squadron Pro lights to the R1250GS and the lights are good although because we have a lot of hopping wildlife in our country (Australia) travelling at night on a bike is generally unwise. Keep it coming. Geoff

thank you for all of your hard work and very informative videos. I would love to see a video comparing different navi solutions - using the Nav6 vs XT vs cradle with iPhone vs iPhone without the cradle. Cheers!

Very helpfull.. thanks pap

Thank you so much! I just watched sll your gs video's. This is the best information i can find on youtube about the BMW GSA1250. I JUST SUBSCRIBED! please keep up the good work. Thanks again sir! I orderd my GSA 2022 without cruise lights. Daniel from Amsterdam

Hi Carl I am halfway through your videos my New 2023 GS TE Trophy is on order on lowered chassis standard from BMW I expect the bike in six to Eight weeks , I am a Motorcycle MOT tester of many years and already own 5 other bikes your videos are great and you have good video presence thanks for all the info so far Kind regards Ashley

Hi Carl, I've only just found your channel but find your content and how you describe things really good. You were saying about changing the original tyres and I agree they aren't the best I also have a 2021 gsa and after 2000 mile changed them to michelin road 6 which are a thousand times better Great videos, keep them coming.

Magnificent content.

Nice explained. Thanks for the video. I drive the 1250 GS 2022. I'm really happy with the Moto. Unfortunately adaptive high beam assistant isn't available now. This would make night driving even safer. And adaptive cruise control will be nice also. An informative video also includes addressing the advantages and disadvantages and not just naming the advantages. Thanks a lot.

Thanks!

I’m an owner of a s1000xr but I still love the content that you give us. Both bikes have similarities so I learn something new every day! Thank you Btw I’m from Australia 🇦🇺

Hi Carl my name is Jack , I'm 63 years of age and have been riding motorcycles most of my life starting at age 12. Having owned lots of different makes and models over the years fast forward to now after test riding different bikes I've been interested in I came to a decision to trade in my 2005 1200gs for a new 2023 BMW r1250gs Rallye. Like a lot of people I just wanted to check some more bike reviews ect... on the GS and I stumbled my way on to your channel. I've got to say to you how much I enjoy your reviews and content, absolutely brilliant!!! If I lived in Germany I'd even see if I could join you and your mates for some ride days 😎. The main to things that stick in my mind after test riding the Rallye are the motor and handling can't wait to get it. Again let me say thanks for your excellent videos, just love the way you explain things and how professional you are. I never leave comments but your case I had to tell you how much I enjoy your content. I was going to score you 10 out of 10 but I've changed my mind to 11 out of 10 👍 cheers mate, all the best, Jack from Australia

That was very informative. Thank you for explaining. It seems to work a lot better than the cornering lights on the Multistrada 1260. I said, cornering light are lighting up the road I don't wanna go.... you need to look further. The GS seems to do this better and light up the road ahead of you

Nice informative video , especially as my new GS is sat in the showroom having its software updated before I collect it very soon . 👍

Great stuff. Very good explanations. I like the GS headlight thing. I’ve bought a 23 plate GS1250 with 299 miles on it ! It’s got almost everything & includes nav unit. I was disappointed it didn’t have the new style HL but tbh I almost never ride in the dark so it really isn’t an issue. Thank you 🙏

Found your site yesterday and have been binge watching ever since. Very informative and enjoyable. I have a 22 Triumph Tiger Rally Explorer but still find your content useful. Keep it up

Excellent video, I'm very happy you chose the GS thus giving us this great content. Clearly this a very sophisticated headlamp unit, I have had a protector on and off on 2 GS's now as I often wonder if the guards compromise the light in any way? however with the current headlamp supply issue I'm now not willing to take the risk of a damaged unit (although I've never had a damaged headlamp unit in 30 years of motorcycling)

Really enjoying your R1250GS videos. Very informative and always well explained. I have a 2022 GS and watched your vid on the combined indicators/brake lights/running lights with interest. When I ordered the bike I thought this was a great idea, but I confess, I am starting to have some doubts! Anyway, keep these vids coming, and thanks for your hard work.

Hi Carl, I'm a new GSA owner (Will be here soon/ordered), and a technician in the media industry, so I am finding your videos spot on for my new found "research project". I like to really dig into the details of these things, some prior to purchase to get me started with the "what is it", and some post purchase for the "why and how", after all, this is why we have heated garages for the off season, yes? So we have plenty of room for disassembly and see how it all works, before reassembly into the final re-worked project that comes out as somewhat of a monster that all your riding buddies want to know about, hahaha Great content, glad I found your series, (subscribe-CHECK!)

You would be a great instructor or trainer. You are easy to understand and don't rush your words. Found your video very informative. I would like to see a video on tire repair. Only do one at the roadside or in a parking lot just like we would do on the road. You might be able to get a practice tire from the dealer so your not plugging your own tire.

Great videos Carl ! Kindly and clear explanation and GO on ! :) One question: I have exactly the same GS (Rallye 2022) but I dont have the small decal in the front-fairing (above the frontwheel) Is this standard did you buy these decal ? (Sorry for my poor english language)

If you adjust the aux lights in your garage, be careful about adjusting them too high. Took numerous high beam flash "hints" for me to find out that you need to shine them at a target 15-20ft away to account for the parallax error of their offset position while aiming.

I just ordered my third GS with the light package. Your videos are excellent and are very helpful!! BTW are you based in Bavaria?

Hi Carl. I love your videos. I am planning on treating myself to a 1250 GS in the next 18 months and am a bit obsessed. Have you heard of the issues with the TFT connectivity dropping out with Apple phones? Is this something that you know anything about? Keep up the great content. Neil.

I knew my bike had the adaptive headlights but as to how they worked, I didn't have a clue, until now, thank you for the explanation. As for your video and audio quality, you have nothing to apologise for, it really is above and beyond other content creators. Unfortunately, I'm not using my gs until my new custom earplugs arrive sometime around the end of the month, so I'll have to wait to test my lights 🤔

We rented a 2020 1250GS for our 10 day vacation in Greece. Both me and my wife were extremely happy with the bike. I got an offer from my dealer for a 2023 1250GS, which is going to be available spring next year, but I only have a few days to decide. I am going through your videos to help me reach a final decision. Unfortunately adaptive LED headlight is not an option.

Hi Carl, I discovered your channel just a few days ago and I am very pleased. I own a BMW R 1250 GS 2022 and would like to adjust my aux lights with my main headlight. Do you have a video on the subject? Thanks for your precious infos. Marc, Three Rivers, Quebec,Canada

Will explained sir

Very interesting video you explain things very well. Although quite a bit improved from my 2018 GS with LED headlights, I was tempted to perhaps trade in my bike for a brand new 2023, but a lot of them right now in the market, have retrofitted with halogen headlight because of chip shortage, which is unfortunate because I believe this Upgrade is quite interesting for night driving. I will keep mine maybe a year or two longer as I just did the big 2 year maintenance.

Hi Carl, greetings from Portugal! I follow your gs series, the episodes are very interesting and I really enjoy the way you talk with us. I have a R1250gs adventure, 2019, and I was trying to find a way to fit this new headlight in my bike. Would you think this could be done?

Great video, I’ve always wondered how it works. I’ve adjusted my fog lights as per your video but one question, what is the best distance from a wall to adjust as too close they will be low, too far and they will be high and dazzling? Thanks.

although i do have 2022 S1000XR, still, i am lusting this piece of a marvel.. On the other side, my S1000XR in full clothes can spank most of the sportbikes out there lol! nice content carl!

Nice channel Carl, You got my Subscribe & 👍 along with the 🔔 notification enabled. I have added a GSA Trophy 🏆 edition to my collection which is my first adventure bike ever. I own Harley’s so adding this to my collection is definitely new for me. So far I have added all the protection guards needed and now just trying to get myself comfortable on the bike with adjustments, and most of all getting use to her.

Great video, Carl! Thank you. Congratulations on becoming the owner of the Beemer. And on the growth of your channel. Your content is already so good, and I'm fairly certain that your subscriber base will grow substantially. Just hope you get enough exposure. Sub'd. I see you reply to almost every comment...amazing! But you're going to burn out if you keep that up. Nice problem to have, I suppose!

Another very informative video Carl, if I might suggest a future topic, given your logical approach and clear descriptions it would be great to hear how you connect the TFT to phone, to Motorrad App, to headset etc and get everything working in synch. I’m a new GS owner ( Rallye like yours) and struggling to get a good reliable connectivity set-up.

Great video Carl One question The auxiliary lights are they a bmw brand can they be purchased as a stand alone item ?

1:55 11,800 subscribers now. Well deserved. BMW should be sponsoring you. What brand of spotlights?

Hi Carl, a really useful video where you’ve explained the technology in a very accessible way - a great skill! A quick question: I’m UK-based; do I need to adjust the headlights when I take the bike to France and the rest of Europe? If so, can you suggest a link that explains how? Cheers, & keep up these videos, they’re genuinely excellent.

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Hello. Back in 2007 my R1200 had a lovely storage place under the seat for my Anus U-Lock. Do the later R1250GS bikes have this facility. Thank you Great videos. John

I really like your videos as well as your excellent and clear narration. I would like to mention that your use of the term “Angle-of-Attack” in this video is not correct. You should have used the term “Angle of Incidence” which may be more appropriate. These two terms are mostly used in aviation (for aerodynamic purposes). The Angle of Attack is the angle between the chordline of the wing and relative airflow during flight. This angle is very critical to the success of the flight, too large of an angle of attack (~18 degrees depending on the airfoil) will cause the wing to stall and the plane departing controlled flight. However, the Angle of Incidence is part of the design of the aircraft, and it is fixed (at least something the pilot cannot mess with 😊). It is the angle between the same chordline of the wing and the longitudinal axis of the fuselage. For many years motorcycles light beams had a fixed angle of incidence, even so some could be manually adjusted up or down, as long as you had a spanner (wrench for the yanks). For a few years now, and thanks to the BMW engineers who have packed so much electronics in our bikes, we now have “Drive-by-wire” angle of incidence light beams. This should be enticing me to drive at night since I paid $400.00 for this option, alas my wife says it is not safe. It is even less safe at night since the introduction of Tesla models (sans Lidar, thx Elon!) which cannot detect motorcycles in front of them. Recently in the western US, two motorcyclists have been rear-ended and killed by Tesla cars driven under FSD. Watch your arse if followed by a Tesla 😊

Great video Carl. Apologies if this question has been asked already but what headlight protection do you recommend? I pick up my new GSA on Thursday and I’d like to take your advice to get some headlight protection

What do you recommend for a slightly older GSA in terms of lighting for cornering? I have Denali D4's but still have the issue of blind spots on cornering.

Hi Carl, really enjoyed the vlog , but I have a question, did you buy the Gs because you think it's a great bike , or because you've had a lots of subscribers who enjoy watching your vlogs !! ?

Great series Carl.....and congrats on the bike!!!!!

Any chance Karl of reviewing the BMW Connected App and cradle 🏍🏍

Greetings Cal. At around 10:27 you say to match the AUX lights with the "dip beam". Is dip beam what we refer to in the US the same as "low beam"? or something else? Thank you

Thanks, Carl. When is the next episode??

I would love to try these lights out on the serpentine roads that lead to my little house up a Greek mountain. The road bends 180 degrees and the inclination is 20 degrees. I thought of fitting a driving light attached to the front mud guard to see around the bend as the main lights shine in completely the wrong direction. I doubt whether these are retro fittable to my 19 model. You also mentioned the pitching of the bike during braking and acceleration. Obviously this is minimal on the GS with the telelever and paralever set up , but this would make a nice topic for a video? LG aus Hessen, Nick

Great video, it seems that you are saying the high beam is not adaptive, just the low beam, correct? Looking at the test mule pics of the 1300, I'm guessing they may have gone to cornering lights instead of the dynamic.

Hi, I found your video very interesting, I would ask you, nevertheless, to check the summary explanation at breaking and accelerating point when it is said that the light goes down and up respectively (11.33 min). Isn’t it the contrary ?

Great video, very instructive. Could you tell me if the manual button (on the back of the headlight) change something on your bike. For me it doesn't change beam height at all...

Hi Carl! Stumbled across your channel last night and snuck in several of the R1250GS episodes. I do follow a lot of RU-vidrs and have even started my own little channel to capture some of my Moto-memories. Your channel is excellent and just what I needed. That fact that you are a retired tech/engineer brings so much credibility to the content (well done). Question for you given your expertise and perhaps content idea if you think the topic has legs. My 2021 GS (Triple Black) is the mechanical love of my life. I'm coming off an RT and am about to retire myself and wanted the GS as my travel partner for the next several years. One issue/question I have, in 4th gear at around 3,500 RMP's (+/- 300), there is some kind of strange throbbing harmonic resonance (wa-wa-wa...) that is similar to low rev lugging but I'm sure it's not. I can 'work around it' but I find this is a common speed and prefer not to. The tech at my dealer says I should ride in the 4-5K rev range which is fine but also a little more intense than the casual meandering I prefer. I also feel I shouldn't have to work around this anomaly on a $30K ($CAD) bike. Have you ever heard of such a thing and what is the ideal rev-range for the modern day boxer (lot's of schools of thought out there). At highway pace, the 4-5K is gloriously smooth I will admit but 3-4K just makes more sense around town. Thanks again for the great content. Rich