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BMW owners movement!
- Thread starter SunnY S
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Thanks! Good stuff, you won't be disappointed when you do. The technology is pretty incredible. Clutchless downshifts with the Gear Shift Assist Pro are ridiculously fun. Every time I switch over to my GSXR I'm wondering where the GPS, onboard computer, electronic suspension settings, etc all went.
Yes, the fog lights are now LED. I was expecting the yellowish halogen tint as well, especially after coming off a 2013 Explorer XC last that had the halogens. The LED headlight is worth the upgrade as well, it's much brighter - most noticeably during the day, making the bike even more visible.
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Even better if you move your car insurance over to them.
Look out for service adviser @ dealership. No guru, no homo, just concerned brethren.
Did you try to shift up from 1 to second? Every time I tried its jumping a little....
And downshift - funny farting sometimes.
Chasem
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Thanks! Good stuff, you won't be disappointed when you do. The technology is pretty incredible. Clutchless downshifts with the Gear Shift Assist Pro are ridiculously fun. Every time I switch over to my GSXR I'm wondering where the GPS, onboard computer, electronic suspension settings, etc all went.
Yes, the fog lights are now LED. I was expecting the yellowish halogen tint as well, especially after coming off a 2013 Explorer XC last that had the halogens. The LED headlight is worth the upgrade as well, it's much brighter - most noticeably during the day, making the bike even more visible.
What made you choose to get the BMW over the 2013 Explorer XC? I mean I would take the GSA over it as well.... just curious
I avoid 1st-2nd for both up and down shifts. I used to do upshifts 3 through 6th, and downshifts 6th through 2nd, but I'm finding 2nd through 6th for upshifts are now smoothing out as well. Feels almost like the GSAP breaks in with the bike. I'm going to start testing out 1st to 2nd again.
What made you choose to get the BMW over the 2013 Explorer XC? I mean I would take the GSA over it as well.... just curious
One of the biggest factor was the extended fuel range on the GSA. I also liked the technology (integration with GPS, ESA, etc), and then the looks of course - When I first saw the new GSA I just had to have it.
I would think it's fine as long as it's GL-5. You should check out the Gspot section of the ADVrider forum and do a search. Lots of discussion on this over there.
I went with the Castrol SAF-XO from the dealer. It was $55 for 1L but I have the peace of mind knowing I'm using the right stuff.
Is anyone using 94 Octane fuel in their bike?
I82l8
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My G650GS calls for 87...so that what I use.
Using higher octane gas than recommended will adversely affect performance and gas mileage.
Higher octane gas is harder to ignite.
Damn thanks for posting that, hadn't heard of it till now. Likely going starting at Barrie HD.
Cheers!
Fransky
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Riders Plus won't touch an s1000rr. (or any other sport bike) They think it has AIDS
My 2011 S1000rr was/is 3500/yr at TD/Monnex, and 2500/yr at State Farm
wonderings
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Just made a deal for a new 2015 BMW R1200GSA on Saturday with every bell and whistle they have to offer! This will be my first bike and have to say looking forward to it. A few little things bug me about my 2010 GSA, nothing major, just things that should not be an issue on a $30k motorcycle. This is the best picture I have. It comes with all the top box and side panniers, keyless, gear shift pro, Nav V and everything else that is an option!
Not the greatest picture, this is a more drool worthy image.. not mine of course, just snagged it when I was google searching this bike
Not the greatest picture, this is a more drool worthy image.. not mine of course, just snagged it when I was google searching this bike
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$30K....sweet jesus. I'm looking to trade up from my bike and started looking at the r1200, Super Tenere and the KTM adventure.....have to say the Super Tenere is looking attractive on price.
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