Riding Across Eastern Canada – 12 Days on 2 Wheels

[Django]

The Bike – BMW F750GS

For my two-week tour through Eastern Canada, Canadian Motorcycle Rentals provided me with a well-equipped BMW F750GS. Despite its name, the bike is powered by BMW's 853 cc parallel-twin engine, producing 77 hp (57 kW) and 83 Nm of torque. The engine delivers its power very smoothly and proved to be an excellent companion for long touring days.

My rental bike came with a generous list of factory options:

• 853 cc parallel-twin engine
  
• 77 hp (57 kW)
  
• Heated grips
  
• Gear Shift Assistant Pro (clutchless upshifts and automatic throttle blipping on downshifts)
  
• Dynamic ESA (electronically adjustable rear suspension)
  
• Riding Modes Pro
  
• ABS Pro
  
• Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
  
• BMW Navigator cradle, which perfectly accepted my Garmin navigation unit adapter
  
• Cruise Control
  

Instead of the original BMW luggage system, the bike was fitted with a set of sturdy aftermarket aluminium panniers. They turned out to be an excellent choice for this trip. One nice surprise was that Peter's cooler bag fitted perfectly into the left pannier, making it ideal for carrying drinks and food during our daily rides.

The F750GS is not a sports bike, nor does it pretend to be one. It is a comfortable, confidence-inspiring touring motorcycle that feels light once underway and remains easy to handle even when fully loaded.

After 5,142 kilometres, I came away with a very positive impression. The bike was comfortable, economical, reliable, and had more than enough power for Canadian highways and secondary roads. Would I buy one? Probably not. But would I rent one again for another long-distance tour? Absolutely!

And yes - I never had any trouble keeping up with Peter.