It maybe standard now but apparently not 2 years ago when the OP created this threadWith my 2023 gsa te (just taken delivery) the sos came as standard. As, like most people, I would not have paid for it.
It maybe standard now but apparently not 2 years ago when the OP created this threadWith my 2023 gsa te (just taken delivery) the sos came as standard. As, like most people, I would not have paid for it.
That`s right, it was a 300 quid option back then - or was supposed to be, i think i was on the cusp of it being included in the TE spec and was `tricked` into buying it...It maybe standard now but apparently not 2 years ago when the OP created this thread
I had it on my 2018 GS TE ( It was an option then that I too didn't want but was on the bike that my then dealer got from Ocean) I found it to be a bit of a PITA back then as the coverage in Wales was patchy at best so it would fill the TFT was a big yellow warning square on virtually every ride, normally when I was on some twisty bit so I didn't spec it on the 1250. Hopefully it's improved since then as it's on my 1250RS if it ever arrives (it was due in the UK end of August) but it's currently under house arrest at the factory with no word from the mothership as to why or when it's going to be released which is a bit sh1t.That`s right, it was a 300 quid option back then - or was supposed to be, i think i was on the cusp of it being included in the TE spec and was `tricked` into buying it...
I`ve used it once. When i got a puncture and needed recovery. The service i received was efficient and fuss-free.
The speaker on the handlebar mounted doo-dah was excellent but the microphone required me to talk right into it otherwise the call handler had difficulty in hearing what i was saying.
It is a one off feeI also had it on my new GSA. When i said i didnt want it i got the same answer. I also have 1 year BMW accident / breakdown recovery. My concern is they will be pushing me to renew the SOS call service after this expires unless its an indefinite service? My guess it has to be linked to some sort of gps or phone network in order to work and that comes with a subscription.
The SOS is covered by a once only payment by the (current) owner, so as it was on your bike to start with you're covered without having to pay anything else for as long as you keep the bike. IIRC if you sell the bike and the new owner wants to keep the SOS function they then have to pay a 1 off payment to BMW.I've had SOS on my last two bikes and so far haven't needed to use it, but as I'm planning to keep this Bike, would like to know what happens to assistance from SOS when you call on them once the three year warranty and Roadside assistance finish. Thanks.
Great discount on a pre-reg grey TE at Vertu (Alan Jeffries) in Otley, £15,950, worth a call if you want a bike immediately.This is what i`m thinking, too.
If it is standard fitment with all new GS`s from now on then the increased list price to allow for it should not be the same as the current `optional extra` cost.
I fear i have been told porkies, which is not condusive to a harmonious dealer/new customer relationship..
The SOS is covered by a once only payment by the (current) owner, so as it was on your bike to start with you're covered without having to pay anything else for as long as you keep the bike. IIRC if you sell the bike and the new owner wants to keep the SOS function they then have to pay a 1 off payment to BMW.