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Is the 2025 BMW R 1300 GS still the king of adventure motorcycles? We test its road and off-road performance, comfort, tech, and handling to find out. With a new frame, lighter weight, more power, and refined electronics, this GS pushes the ADV game forward.  📍 Specs, real-world test, and rider impressions – all in one place!  #BMW #R1300GS #AdventureBike #MotorcycleReview #BMWGS #DualSport #OffRoadMotorcycle #TouringBike

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00:00Some bikes just become legends over time, like the Honda Goldwing, Suzuki GSX-R, and the Harley

00:06Sportster. In the adventure world, that title belongs to BMW's GS lineup. Since the early 80s,

00:14when the R80 G-slash-S first came out, BMW's GS has been the benchmark. G-slash-S originally

00:22stood for Galanda and Strasse, off-road and street. It was built to handle both.

00:27But how did adventure bikes like the GS get so popular? Simple, versatility. These machines are

00:35built to go anywhere, do anything. They're powerful enough for long road trips, comfortable enough to

00:41ride for days, and rugged enough to hit the dirt when the road disappears. BMW's GS started this

00:48trend, and it's still leading the pack. Meet the R1300GS, the evolution of an icon. Now, after decades

00:56of refinement, BMW has launched the R1300GS, and it's more than just an upgrade. This is a complete

01:04rethinking of the GS concept. If the R1250GS was rock and roll, the R1300 is heavy metal.

01:12This is the fifth-generation boxer-powered GS, but it represents a third major shift in philosophy.

01:18After the lighter early models like the R80G Per S, BMW went bigger and more complex with the R1100,

01:26R1150, R1200, and R1250. And while those bikes crushed the competition, BMW realized it was time

01:34to trim some fat and step up the game again. So with the R1300GS, BMW went back to the drawing board,

01:41focusing on more off-road capability, more power, and less weight. The result? A bike that keeps

01:49everything riders loved about the GS, but turns up the dial across the board. Sleek new look,

01:55familiar comfort. Visually, the R1300GS has a slimmer, more modern face. It's not just about

02:03looks either. It still keeps wind off your chest thanks to an electronically adjustable windscreen

02:08that works like a charm. We tested the triple black version, a $995 upgrade, which also includes

02:16a plush comfort seat that makes long rides feel effortless. Even the standard seat is solid for

02:22day-long rides. Riders with a 31-inch inseam will find the 33.4-inch seat height manageable,

02:30especially in street boots. With off-road boots, a higher seat might be more comfortable for the

02:36knees. And even with the taller setup, the bike is well-balanced at a stop. Power and performance.

02:43Let's talk about what's under the tank. The R1300GS is powered by a 1,300 cubic centimeters

02:50shift cam boxer twin that produces 128.4 horsepower and 95.8 lbft of torque. That power is available

03:00across a wide rev range, giving it a relaxed and effortless feel on the road. The bike launches from

03:060 to 60 miles per hour in just 3.63 seconds, and the quarter mile flies by an 11.84 seconds at nearly

03:14121 miles per hour, and that's on dual-sport tires. If you fit it with more street-focused rubber like

03:22the Metzeler Tourance next to, it gets even faster. Fuel, Fit, and Finish

03:28The gas tank is slightly smaller than the last model at 5.0 gallons, but the slimmer design makes

03:35the bike feel tighter and more controllable, especially when standing up off-road. The wide

03:41handlebars give solid leverage, and with the right foot pegs and bar risers included in the Enduro Pro

03:47setup, it feels perfect for standing up through technical terrain. The new R1300GS is also 26

03:54pounds lighter than the outgoing model, which is no small feat for such a tech-loaded machine.

04:00Verdict, still the king? So, is the R1300GS still the best adventure bike in the world?

04:07In a word, yes. BMW has taken everything that made the GS legendary, comfort, versatility,

04:14tech, and improved it across the board. It's better on-road, better off-road, and easier to ride

04:20than ever. The GS still sets the standard for the ADV segment, and now it does it with more muscle,

04:27more balance, and more finesse. If you're chasing the horizon and want a bike that can keep going no

04:34matter what the road, or trail, throws at you, the 2025 BMW R1300GS is still the one to beat.

04:41Ride quality and handling. BMW didn't just up the power. It gave the GS a whole new steel frame

04:49that's both stiffer and lighter. The engine now acts as a stressed member, with the transmission

04:55mounted underneath the crankshaft to shorten the engine and centralize mass. The result? Best handling

05:02GS ever. Even with its 566-pound wet weight, the R1300GS feels surprisingly agile. At low speed,

05:11it's easy to balance and steer. On winding mountain roads, it leans in smoothly and holds a line

05:18without drama. BMW's Evo telelever and Evo parolever suspension setups keep the ride flat

05:24and composed. No dive when braking, no squat on acceleration. And with features like adaptive

05:31cruise control, it's a joy on the highway too. Ride modes and tech galore.

05:36The standard R1300GS comes with rain, road, eco, and enduro modes, but our triple black model had

05:44the premium package, $4270, which adds enduro pro, dynamic, and dynamic pro. These unlock sharper

05:54throttle response and dial in the dynamic suspension adjustment, DSA, for different riding styles.

06:00You can even tie suspension settings to each ride mode, so the bike adjusts itself based on what

06:06terrain you're on. From plush road cruising to stiffened corner carving, the R1300GS delivers.

06:14Braking that inspires confidence. Braking is another area where the 1300GS shines.

06:20Up front, radial mount 4-piston calipers bite down on 310mm discs, while a 2-piston caliper handles the

06:28rear. It also features dynamic brake control, which gently cuts throttle when you're braking hard,

06:35and lean-sensitive ABS Pro for added stability in turns. Even on chunky Karu 4 tires, the GS stopped

06:42from 60 mph in just 136 feet. Off-road, ready for adventure. Despite the GS's road luxury, this bike

06:52doesn't shy away from dirt. Switch into enduro mode, and the bike adjusts suspension settings and

06:58throttle response for the trail. With enduro pro mode, it gets more serious.

07:04Letting you slide the rear, pull wheelies, and tweak ABS and traction control.

07:10Want to get even gnarlier? BMW's sports suspension, part of the enduro pro upgrade,

07:16adds 0.8 inches of suspension travel and stiffer springs. That's on top of the standard 7.5 inches

07:24up front and 7.9 in the rear. It'll handle everything from fire roads to moderate whoops.

07:30Just be careful with tight trails. Those iconic boxer heads still stick out sideways.

07:35Fade noise.

07:36Fade touch ここができないように行った場合はなり滑らかww

07:38粗製な感横よむ裏迷な分を使って下さい度はなりに遠い場合ってください。

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2025 BMW R 1300 GS Review | The Best Adventure Bike Just Got Better!

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