The guy is a complete idiot. Those of you who disagree should go read the article again.
Yes, he is most certainly entitled to a 100% bike and BMW should supply that, No argument there. If they cannot, or will not you should take them to task and if that includes a court case, that is fine. No argument there.
If, however you state that not having a gear indicator will:
- impede you from properly judging accelerating power and torque delivery;
- place the motorcycle in incorrect gear while on cruise control;
- reduces gas mileage
- causes “excessive strain” on the motor among other things.
Then, he is a utter, idiot. No argument there.