Odometer/ESA reset locations?

[VinnyR11]

Why does BMW put the ESA settings, which I adjust maybe once every 2 weeks, within easy reach right by the handgrips, yet the trip odometers are an awkward stretch to the center of the console. The reverse seems like it would be a smarter solution. The best would be to have both within easy reach.

 

Is there a mechanical reason for this, or maybe I'm missing why the current set up is better?

[johnlt]

My guess is that typically ESA adjustments are made on the move (yeah, yeah, not pre-load)so it needs to be within easy reach. Odometer resets are made at the gas station or at the biginning of a trip prior to actually starting to ride so they assume easy access while riding isn't necessary.

[spdyjr]

Why aren't you complaining about the turn signal setup on that jewel?

[VinnyR11]

My guess is that typically ESA adjustments are made on the move (yeah, yeah, not pre-load)so it needs to be within easy reach. Odometer resets are made at the gas station or at the biginning of a trip prior to actually starting to ride so they assume easy access while riding isn't necessary.

 

I do the opposite. When not using GPS on longer trips, I'd like to reset my trip odometer fairly often.

 

Non pre-load ESA settings make too little difference to adjust often IMHO.

 

I guess it boils down to different users.

[VinnyR11]

Why aren't you complaining about the turn signal setup on that jewel?

 

After 14 years of complaining I've gotten used to them! ;>)