So I did it, I bought a new 2019 BMW R1250 GSA to use in the western North Carolina mountains and beyond! I rode my new BMW 1250 GSA in the 2019 Iron Butt Rally and I think it did help me due to the lighter weight and easier handling. I crashed and totaled the first BMW R1250 GSA and I now have another one that I have setup and farkled the same as the first one. They almost would look like twins if I had them side by side. |
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2019 BMW 1250 GSA Information
I am starting to get farkles installed on my new BMW GSA and this webpage is where I will try and provide the how and why I did what I did.
Some Thoughts
Some of my initial thoughts
The Good
Great power – faster than the BMW RT up to 100 MPH – 0 to 100 was QUICK
Traction Control
Ride Modes
Better off road ability
Better gas mileage
More luggage space than 2018 Gold Wing
Not So Good
Engine is much louder – I like motorcycles that are quieter
Smaller rear tire - I prefer more rubber on the road
Farkles List
BMW R1250 GSA - AUX Tank
AUX Tank Specs
Custom Aluminum Tank 10"L x 9"W x 9"t ( 3.4 Gallon )
From 1/8" Mill Finish 5052H32 Aluminum
Small Sump with -4 AN Outlet
27038-4 NV Machined Cap And Neck
1/8" NPT in Fill Neck
(1) Baffle
(4) Mounting Tabs 2x2x3/16"
2019 BMW 1250 GSA AUX Tank Photos
Boyd Welding Invoice
Saeng Quick Scan Mirrors
I have been using Saeng Quick Scan Mirrors for 16 years and really like the rear visibility they give me. I mount them so they are at the height that I can just give them a "quick scan" to see what is behind and beside me. With these mirrors I can see vehicles right next to me so I have no blind spots. The mirrors mount with 3M VIRB tape that works well over triple digits. The mirrors have a lot of adjustability to allow them to work on many different windscreens.
More information coming soon ...