Is my bike getting better the more I use it ???

May have a word with Hill Top.. get my Road to be Dynamic ;)
 
I,m thinking it will be in the software,, but just to make the normal 'Road' setting into Dynamic.. If will be a menu thing I'm sure..
So do you have 'Road' also?
Its the same thing, but must apply a differant curve to the pot so it feels like you get a faster responce in the initial twist...

That does fool a lot of people into thinking they have more power and a more responsive bike.. and it smooths out as its more condenced.. but what you gain on the bottom end, you will lose on the top (amount of twist required) ;)
 
beaver said:
I,m thinking it will be in the software,, but just to make the normal 'Road' setting into Dynamic.. If will be a menu thing I'm sure..
So do you have 'Road' also?
Its the same thing, but must apply a differant curve to the pot so it feels like you get a faster responce in the initial twist...

That does fool a lot of people into thinking they have more power and a more responsive bike.. and it smooths out as its more condenced.. but what you gain on the bottom end, you will lose on the top (amount of twist required) ;)
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I have Road Rain and Dynamic, and I can safely say Dynamic is a bigger difference on the throttle to Road, I mostly use Road, but when I get a mad moment sling it to Dynamic
 
But no more power, just the throttle responce quicker on the bottom end I guess?
 
Troppo said:
The engine loosens up with miles...
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Can anyone explain in real terms what is mean't by loosening up to a point it would be noticable to the rider? I hear this so often but with modern manufacturing techniques I'm of the opinion this is a complete load of old bollocks.
 
Internal friction points will wear and become smoother. A brand new bore will still be covered in honing marks over which the piston rings have to slide. Gear teeth won't mesh and slide apart as they turn as smoothly as when they have worn a bit. Modern engines however are manufactured to much finer tolerances than engines of yore. Even in the early 70's you risked seizing a new engine if you got it too hot before it was run in. The 600 mile oil change is about dropping the initial oil out which is full of microscopic metal particles front the relatively rough components after machining. I've no idea how a car can come out of the factory and not get an oil change until 18000 miles later.
 
Daxaar said:
Can anyone explain in real terms what is mean't by loosening up to a point it would be noticable to the rider? I hear this so often but with modern manufacturing techniques I'm of the opinion this is a complete load of old bollocks.
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Sounds like a load of new boots and old boots to me.................
 
beaver said:
But no more power, just the throttle responce quicker on the bottom end I guess?
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When riding on wet roads and in difficult grip conditions, the onus on riders is lightened in "Rain" mode due to the particularly soft control and response characteristics, yet the full torque and power potential is still available. The electronic control system ASC (Automatic Stability Control) responds earlier than in "Road" mode. If the GS has the optional accessory Dynamic ESA, damping action of the front and rear spring struts is adjusted to soft according to the conditions.
In "Road" mode, the control systems are set so that an optimum performance is obtained on dry roads. This mode provides a spontaneous and linear throttle response and combines efficient, smooth controllability with homogeneous torque build-up.
"Dynamic" mode allows the new BMW R 1200 GS to demonstrate its on-road sporting temperament. Even more spontaneous and direct throttle response, restrained ASC intervention and rigid damping action in case of the Dynamic ESA optional accessory enable the bike's full potential to be exploited.
In "Enduro" mode, the R 1200 GS shows off its off-road riding from its best side. A soft throttle response, restrained control intervention by the Enduro ASC, optimal brake distribution and ideal ABS control characteristics together with high-traction Dynamic ESA (optional), render the bike suitable for new Enduro environments. As a result even riders with little Enduro experience off road will be able to handle the new R 1200 GS quickly and experience the joy of riding it. The mode is optimised for use with standard tyres.
For ambitious Enduro riders, BMW Motorrad offers the "Enduro Pro" mode. This riding mode, with spontaneous engine response characteristics is designed for use with lugged tyres. At the same time, the ABS function is deactivated at the rear when the footbrake lever is engaged; Dynamic ESA is coordinated to traction and optimal power characteristics. ASC is coordinated to professional Enduro use and allows significantly greater slip. With this configuration the new BMW R 1200 GS can demonstrate its sporting temperament off-road too, opening up a whole new world for experienced Enduro riders while enabling superior control of the motorbike.

 
yes.. de-skilling the rider.. Lets hope someone who's only ever ridden these bikes never get's on something else ;)

Question.. on the ESA.. Can you ajust the setting within the given option.. so for example, 2 riders, no boxes, is it a given what you get, or can you adjust to your preferance?.. so does it take into account rider and pillion total weight of 150KG V bigger people, total weight of 250KG say?
 
beaver said:
Question.. on the ESA.. Can you ajust the setting within the given option.. so for example, 2 riders, no boxes, is it a given what you get, or can you adjust to your preferance?.. so does it take into account rider and pillion total weight of 150KG V bigger people, total weight of 250KG say?
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The new ones effectively weigh to load and adjust accordingly yours is set it and get it. The spring is the important bit here as most manufacturers spring the bikes to about 100KG. The ESA then adjusts the preload and the damping/compression. In a perfect world you should have a bike with a spring matched to your weight !
 
redrick said:
The new ones effectively weigh to load and adjust accordingly yours is set it and get it. The spring is the important bit here as most manufacturers spring the bikes to about 100KG. The ESA then adjusts the preload and the damping/compression. In a perfect world you should have a bike with a spring matched to your weight !
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I have :) I don't have ESA.. mine is manual and I can set it where I want... Another down side of the ESA, but sounds like it's better on the newer bikes
 
beaver said:
I have :) I don't have ESA.. mine is manual and I can set it where I want... Another down side of the ESA, but sounds like it's better on the newer bikes
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So you have put a new spring on then from OM ?

What did you go for Hyper pro or something else
 
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