Gear We Use

The GS helmet has a sleek design worthy of the off-road scene that inspired it. A carbon shell and integrated BMW neck straps offer the maximum rider safety. The sun shield and aerodynamic spoiler, optimised in a wind tunnel, provide the comfort to match.

Features:

• Enduro-style helmet, perfect for touring (two helmet shell sizes available)
• 100 % carbon-fibre reinforced plastic shell
• Outstanding impact absorption and safety performance
• Inner layer made of multi-segmented expanded polystyrene
• Double-glazed, three-dimensionally curved visor
• Anti-fog inner visor, outer visor has anti-scratch coating on both sides
• Spoiler and removable sun shield for optimum aerodynamics
• Highly effective ventilation system
• Integrated dust filter and removable chin vent flap for off-road and hot-weather riding
• Removable, washable head and cheek pads
• Integrated neck straps for optimum safety performance
• Compatible with BMW Motorrad communication system
• Safety standard: ECE 22-05
• Weight: approximately 1,450 grams with shield and dual visor
• Options: tinted silver reflective, blue reflective or orange visor
• SIZES 52/53 – 62/63

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

The BMW GS Dry Suit provide basic weather protection for your next tour. Take to the streets with the enduro look: This waterproof biking suit is the perfect companion for any tour, offering optimum weather protection for every adventure. In the heat of the summer, its unique ventilation system comes into its own, thanks to the robust CORDURA 500 material with highly breathable BMW Climate Membrane.

Features:

• Waterproof enduro suit, suitable for touring
• Outer made from robust CORDURA 500 / polyamide blend for optimum durability
• BMW Climate Membrane ensures suit is windproof, waterproof and highly breathable
• Enhanced protection on areas most susceptible to falls, with half-tone PU coating with ceramic particles
• Removable NP2 protectors at shoulders, elbows, knees (height- adjustable) and hips
• Includes long NP Pro back protector
• Unique watertight zips also open the membrane for direct airflow to cool the upper body
• Stretch inserts at the arms, knees and seat
• 3D air mesh lining at the back for optimal circulation
• Velcro® straps for adjustable fit on the sleeves, waist and pants hemline
• Two waterproof flap pockets
• One chest pocket, one sleeve pocket and two pockets each on the back and on the pants
• Leather trim on the interior at the knee for secure grip during off-road riding
• Reflective print on the arms and collar
• Connector zip: 40 cm
• CE-certified
• Color: Jacket: Grey, Blue/black Pants: Blue/black

Negative aspects: Should have more ventilation in chest, arms and legs.

Tougher than tough the Klim Badlands Pro Jacket is engineered with purpose to take the abuse that comes along with hardcore adventure touring. Gore-Tex Pro laminate in the shell is waterproof yet breathable even in the harshest conditions. Karbonite ripstop panels and Superfabric reinforce key areas of the jacket, keeping it together when you fall off the bike. Custom D3O Aero Pro armor helps keep the rider together by absorbing impact energy. Just dust yourself off and continue on your way. The Klim Badlands Pro Jacket will not be the factor holding up your adventure. Will power to keep going is all you need.

Features:

• Gore-Tex 3-layer Pro Laminate technology Guaranteed To Keep You Dry, Zipper end sealing system, Lined comfort collar
• SPL 200 3 layer Pro Gore-Tex on main body
• FPL 400 3 layer Pro Gore-Tex
• Custom-engineered variable-density Superfabric on shoulders, elbows and forearm
• Highly abrasion resistant 500D Karbonite ripstop panels in key impact and wear areas
• Pre-curved arm and rider positioning construction
• Action back on shoulders, 2 back, 2 tricep exhaust ventsEntry assist loop,4 front torso, 2 forearm, 2 bicep intake vents
• 3M Scotchlite reflective material on panels and trim for increased low -light visibility, Zipper end sealing system
• VELCRO® brand fastener adjustable wrist closures
• YKK Vislon water resistant zippers, Bottom hem adjustment
• Adjustable wrist gaiter, 2 sleeve adjustment straps
• Klim Aero Pro D3O shoulders and elbows
• D3O Viper Pro back protection CE level 2
• Adjustable armor pockets for refined armor placement
• Klimatek cooling stretch mesh in elbow and shoulder pad pockets
• Improved internal moisture-wicking mesh Polygiene odor fighting for long trips
• 6 external pockets: 2 chest, 2 core, 2 hand, 1 SPOT pocket, id/ license pocket on left forearm with hidden stash pocket, 1 large dual access storage pocket on exterior back

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

Goatskin leather, Cordura and Cordura Stretch make up the protective shell of the glove. The Gore-Tex X-Trafit membrane provides waterproof breathable protection so you can keep on riding through rainstorms with dry hands. SuperFabric at the base of the of the palm provides extra abrasion resistance without the discomfort of a hard slider. The BMW GS Dry Xtrafit Gloves were designed for long tours and inclement commutes. These gloves allow you to worry about the road instead of wet uncomfortable hands.

Features:

• Palm and tops of fingertips made of goat leather.
• Thumbs and index fingers with tactile leather.
• Top and back of the hand made of abrasion-resistant Cordura and Cordura stretch material.
• Top of fingers made of flexible Spandex, with foam underlay
• Gore-Tex X-Trafit windproof, waterproof and highly breathable membrane.
• Perfect, crease-free fit and easy to put on and take off thanks to the 3-layer laminate.
• Leather doubled on the edge and ball of the hand.
• Abrasion-resistant SuperFabric on the ball of the hand with memory Foam underlay.
• Soft knuckle protector.
• Medium-length cuff made of Cordura with hook and loop fastener width adjustment and wiping strip on the wrist.
• Good impact protection.
• CE-certified according to DIN EN 13594
• Color: Black, Grey/red, Black/blue
• Sizes:6–61⁄2–12–121⁄2

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

Your hands are imperative when operating your motorcycle so it makes sense to kit out your mitts with the best features and materials. The Klim Badlands GTX Gloves include everything you need to dominate the road and trails less traveled. Gore-Tex with Gore Grip technology keeps out the rain while providing superb tactile feedback. Thinsulate insulation localized to the back of the hand help hold in heat without separating you from your hand controls. Poron XRD polycarbonate knuckle protection is covered by ceramic print fabric to protect your bony bits.

Features:

• Gore-Tex + Gore Grip technology
• Poron XRD polycarbonate knuckle protection
• Ceramic print fabric in knuckle protection, palm pad and gauntlet cuff forearm pad
• Neoprene gasket inside the gauntlet seals around wrist
• Klim-engineered rider grip articulation
• Palm overlays
• Accordion stretch on back of hand, fingers and thumb
• Soft fleece liner
• Taffeta lined wrist
• Adjustable cuff and wrist
• Mult-E-Touch smart device functionality
• 3M Scotchlite reflective material
• Bio-motion recognition
• Visor wiper
• Entry assist loop

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

The Klim Badlands Pro Pants are ready to take the abuses ADV touring around the globe dishes out. The Gore-Tex 3 Layer Pro shell is laminated into the heavy duty textile shell creating a waterproof and breathable pant that can take a pounding. Strategically placed Superfrabric and Karbonite Ripstop panels bolster the Klim Badlands Pro Pants so they resist regular wear and tear as well as the single track spills. Custom D3O Aero Pro armor at the knees, hips and tailbone absorb impacts so you can bounce back into the saddle. These pants were engineered to perform no matter the conditions.

Features:

• Gore-Tex 3-layer Pro Laminate technology Guaranteed To Keep You Dry
• SPL 200 3 layer Pro Gore-Tex on main body
• FPL 400 3 layer Pro Gore-Tex
• Custom-engineered variable-density Superfabric on knees
• 500D Karbonite ripstop on pocket and seat
• Highly abrasion resistant 500D Karbonite ripstop panels in key impact and wear areas
• Pre-curved knee positioning construction
• 3M Scotchlite reflective material on panels and
• VELCRO® brand fasteners, 2 zippered cargo pockets
• YKK Vislon water resistant zippers
• CE level 2 Klim D3O Aero Pro armor at hips, knees and tailbone
• Adjustable armor pockets, Custom TPU zipper pullers
• Upper shin quick adjust keeps armor in place
• Heat resistant leather coverage to grip and protect
• Klimatek cooling stretch mesh in hip and knee pad pockets
• Internal moisture-wicking mesh Polygiene odor fighting for long trips
• Standardized jacket-to-pant zipper integration system
• Adjustable cuffs, 2 front thigh intake vents, 2 back thigh exhaust vents

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

The BMW Venture Grip Boots prefer to be used off-road, but their materials and features still allow these to work well for touring duty.

Hard parts at the shin protect from impacts with the foot peg or branches. Suede leather on the medial side of the boots provide superb feedback and grip when standing on your foot pegs. Adjustable buckles are taken right from off-road boots to provide a snug and secure fit.

Full grain oiled cowhide breaks in over time for a comfortable boot that still provides lots of protection. The BMW Climate Membrane makes this boot a great option to use on tour when your long day on the road can’t be hampered by inclement weather.

Features:

• 100 % full grain oiled cowhide
• BMW Climate Membrane permanently windproof/waterproof and highly breathable
• Shin impact protection, thermally formed and reinforced
• Ankle protector made of plastic with foam-cushion padding
• Shift lever guards molded in leather
• Suede leather on the inner shaft for improved contact with the motorcycle during stand-up riding
• 3 adjustable snap fasteners with high-quality aluminum clasps
• Hook and loop fastener on the calf
• Expansion zone in leather on instep for enhanced mobility during shifts and when walking
• Robust sole with high transverse rigidity
• Ultra-high traction outsole design for secure traction in off-road use
• Removable antibacterial insole
• Flexible elastic collar to resist penetration of dirt and water
• Softly padded at shin collar
• CE-certified according to DIN EN 13634

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

The BMW GS Pro Boots are substantial off-road boots that provide solid protection for riding through single tracks or even navigating whoops. A pivot system at the ankle provides freedom of movement to operate foot controls while still protecting the ankle from unnatural movement. The inner bootie encases your foot to avoid any abnormal torsion. Hard part shin and calf protection make sure that you are protected from any impacts.

Features:

• 100% full-grain cowhide (2.8mm-3.0 mm)
• Joint in ankle area
• Inner shoe, removable and washable, made of elastic neoprene with gel cushion in ankle area
• Anatomically shaped calf and shin-bone protector
• Plastic reinforcement on heel and toe
• Safety system prevents lateral overstretching or twisting
• Splash-water protected with neoprene tongue
• Thermoformed, 3-dimensional foam on front cover
• Soft, smooth collar prevents fast penetration of dirt
• Buckle system with 4 easy-grip plastic buckles
• One-piece metal toe tip, screwed on
• Large-area branding with BMW Motorrad and GS Pro
• CE-certified according to DIN EN 13634

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

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The Large Backpack from BMW has a large waterproof pocket with integrated laptop compartment. Need more room? The bottom of the pack can be extended by unzipping the rubberized zipper and can be used to store a helmet.

Features:

• Waterproofing: internal roll-top main compartment w/ taped-seam waterproof lining, waterproof fabric exterior
• (4) exterior water resistant pockets (1x lid, 2x side, 1x front) protected against splash water with rubberized zippers
• Hard-wearing outside material made of tarpaulin (polyester with TPU coating) and nylon
• Main compartment is waterproof thanks to inner bag with roll and snap closure and taped seams
• Laptop compartment (up to 15″) in the main compartment (waterproof)
• Main compartment can be divided by an intermediate base; lower area can be accessed separately
• Expansion option in the lower area for 1 helmet up to size 61
• Inner mesh pocket in the lid
• Ergonomically shaped back section
• Adjustable, padded and air-permeable shoulder straps
• Length-adjustable chest strap, Water-repellent, rubberized zippers
• Removable, adjustable waist strap with two small zippered pockets
• Carrying handle on top as well as on the front outer pocket
• Two small restraints at the front with snap closures for securing additional external luggage
• Includes four retaining straps with snap closures for attachment to the motorcycle
• Reflective material on the shoulder straps and BMW Motorrad reflective print on the front outer pocket
• Inner lining 100% polyester
• 25L capacity, expandable to 30LCE-certified according to DIN EN 13634

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

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Built with Hypalon that is an extremely durable and waterproof performance elastomer utilized in products designed for extreme use; such as whitewater rafts, containment suits, and other outdoor equipment. The material is a very versatile polyethylene (CSPE) synthetic rubber (CSM) noted for its resistance to chemicals, temperature extremes, and ultraviolet light.

Innovative backpack with a partitioned main compartment. The bag has a maximum capacity of 30 liters, a waterproof inner pouch and a whole host of storage options. But the real pièce de résistance is the carry strap stored in the back that allows you to secure the backpack directly to your motorcycle.

Features:

• 38 Liter Capacity
  • Length: 44CM/17.32″
  • Height: 40CM/15.74″
  • Width: 24CM/9.44″ Weight: 6KG/13.22LB
• 31 Liter Capacity
  • Length: 44CM/17.32″
  • Height: 40CM/15.74″
  • Width: 20CM/7.87″ Weight: 5.7KG/12.56LB

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

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Streamlined design: The reimagined shape is more pocketable, and folding fingers at the base let you swap mounts quickly; A new side door makes changing batteries even faster, and the lens is now 2x more impact resistant.

Hero8 black mods: Vloggers, pro filmmakers and aspiring creators can do more than ever imagined with quick loading accessories like flashes, microphones, LCD screens and more; Just add the optional media mod to up your capture game.

Hyper smooth 2.0 smooth just got smoother: now Hero8 black has three levels of stabilization on, high and boost so you can pick the best option for whatever you do; get the widest views possible, or boost it up to the smoothest video ever offered in a Hero camera; plus, hyper smooth works with all resolutions and frame rates, and features in app horizon leveling.

Time warp 2.0: Capture super stabilized time lapse videos while you move through an activity; and now, time warp automatically adjusts speed based on motion, scene detection and lighting; you can even slow down the effect to real time savoring interesting moments and then tap to speed it back up.

Live burst: Record the moments 1. 5 seconds before and after your shot, so you can choose the best single frame for the perfect photo or an awesome shareable video; smart remote compatible.

Negative aspects: The connection with the remote control en route sometimes disconnects itself.

All pixels are not created equal. The Dual-Lens 360 Mod raises the bar with Super 5.7K resolution, leveraging H.265 encoding, advanced image processing and an AI-powered finishing algorithm to preserve detail and make your footage pop.

FlowState achieves gimbal-like stabilization without the gimbal. Thanks to a new scene-detection algorithm, your footage stays clear and steady even in low light.
ONE R’s Invisible Selfie Stick feature lets you capture easy aerial angles and unique third-person perspectives with a flick of the wrist while using the Dual-Lens 360 Mod.

Shooting in 360 gives you infinite possibilities and perspectives. Auto Frame uses a powerful computer-vision algorithm to sift through them and recommend the ones that are worth adding to your edit.

Select your subject with a tap or a voice command when shooting in 360. ONE R’s AI-powered tracking algorithm keeps it locked in center-frame. Even when obstacles break your line of sight, Deep Track picks up the shot as soon as your subject reappears.

Negative aspects: The camera microphone does not record the sound very well.

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All HDR video Dynamic by default
The secret to stunning HDR video is a powerful quad Bayer image sensor. A single image separates the exposure levels in different areas, better capturing light and dark details. The images are combined to create a colorful, balanced, and distinctive image with a higher dynamic range.

SmartPhoto Optimized recordings
The Mavic Air 2 has SmartPhoto mode. The new photo mode automatically decides between scene recognition, HyperLight and HDR – for optimal results. Scene detection optimizes different camera parameters for different scenes and supports the intelligent detection of five categories: sunset, sky, grass, snow and trees.

Negative aspects: The Follow function needs to be improved.

The Navigator VI is more than a guide: it takes you on dream tours. Its large 5-inch touchscreen shows you the way to unlimited driving fun. The display’s circular polarization filter (CPOL) minimizes reflections, improves contrast and guarantees optimum readability even in direct sunlight. So you always have an overview. With the optional car assembly kit, you can also use it multifunctionally. In addition, the pioneering trip technology lets you determine exactly where to go. And with the optional smartphone link for traffic jam information in real time and current weather reports, you always stay up-to-date.

Motorcyclists have their own mind. This is why the BaseCamp route planning software allows the creation of detailed, made-to-measure tours. A trip can be divided into up to 30 routes. Each of these sections consists of up to 125 shaping points and thus offers you almost infinite possibilities for customization. Or just drive off? With the planning option “winding roads”, the new feature “avoiding large country roads” and the “round trip” function for round trips based on time, distance or intermediate destination, you can open up new worlds of experience

Negative aspects: The Base Camp desktop software is slow and not intuitive, when taking long routes to the Navi you have to upload them in several sections. needs to be improved.

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Dunlop’s new Mutant takes the concept introduced with the Sportmax Mutant further, and adapts it to today’s ever more popular and powerful crossover bikes. Taking elements from sports bikes, supermoto’s or powerful roadsters, and combining them with adventure bike riding positions and equipment, this new breed of motorcycles redefines the concept of sport-touring. With this versatility comes the need for a new kind of do-it-all tyre, for all roads, usages and conditions.

Features:

• Mutant M+S tyres provide you with the kind of handling and stability you expect from hypersport tyres, the very best grip in wet conditions this side of racing wets, as well as the kind of durability that you would find among touring fitments.
• Supreme versatility to provide rider confidence in all conditions throughout the year
• Superb wet performance thanks to a tread pattern taking elements from wet racing, supermoto and dirt track tyres
• Sports tyre handling and stability courtesy of tyre contours developed using DFF (Dynamic Front Formula)
• Using state of the art compounds and resins combine performance and durability.

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

The Michelin Anakee Adventure tires slot into Michelin’s adventure touring tire range between the 50/50 Anakee Wild tires and the 90/10 Anakee 3 tires to offer a 80/20 tire capable of most anything you can throw it into. The Anakee Adventure tires feature Michelin’s advanced 2CT and 2CT+ compound for excellent grip in both wet and dry conditions.

Front applications feature 2CT technology with two different silica blends – one down the center of the tread and the second on the shoulders. This gives excellent traction at a range of lean angles, especially in wet conditions. On the back tire, 2CT+ technology is applied by layering different durometers of rubber around the main contact patch – enhancing the tire’s rigidity, stability at high speeds and ability to handle off-road terrain under load.The tread pattern gradually gets deeper along the sides for better traction on wet terrain.

Features:

• 80% on-road, 20% off-road
• 2CT and 2CT+ compound blends
• Fitment for popular ADV bikes including the BMW R1250GS

Negative aspects: Until now not found.

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