THE HISTORY OF THE GS

1/ TECHNOLOGY: BMW is well known for its top level tech – and as you’d expect, the 2019 GS is well kitted out. The new R1250GS features LED headlights, a 6.5in full-colour TFT screen with connectivity, and the choice of two distinct ‘Road’ and ‘Rain’ riding modes too. There’s also an Automatic Stability Control ASC as standard, which works to keep you safe when the weather’s bad or grip’s not plentiful, helping the bike find the best traction possible – while its set-off assistant Hill Start Control helps to allow convenient and (comparatively) hassle-free set-off on slopes.

The GS is a big bike – there’s no denying