r1200gs

  1. Wiring help (2007 GS + Thork controller)

    Hi, I have ordered and received this part. I wondered how best to wire it into a 2007 R1200GS. I don't intend to use the sensor, so just these two. Also, do not have access to the wiring diagram of my bike. I was wondering if you know where I can put these input leads to just power it like any...
  2. R1200GS Hexhead Maintenance...

    Hi, After a few diversions I've come back into the boxer fold with a 2010 R1200GS. I intend to do as much of my own maintenance as possible, and being new to this forum could somebody please point me to a good source of "how to's" and handbooks? Thanks in advance. Regards.
  3. sik1961

    Spoked Wheels on a non-Adv R1200GS LC???

    Hi, Has anyone here replaced their alloy wheels with spoked ones? Are they a straight swap? Obviously, I know I'd have to move my tyre pressure sensors to the new wheels. My bike is an early 2013 non-Adventure LC TIA Si K
  4. What damping settings do you normally ride in?

    Hi all, I have a 2015 R1200GS that I bought when she had 57k miles. I mostly ride on pavement in London, UK, with half of my commute being on highways. I ride with '1 helmet' preload setting, as I weigh 180lbs, and normally in Road mode. Any kind of road bump is transmitted through the pegs...
  5. Best way to repair cosmetic damage on cylinder head cover?

    I suppose it had to happen sooner or later, but I have just managed to drop my R1200 GS (2005) after 16 years of ownership. A combination of strong coastal winds, an adverse camber, and my stupidity all contributed to the bike going over on its right side onto gravel - luckily I was stationary...
  6. Picked up new GSA today, question about height

    Hey guys, I joined this forum along time ago, but have only just got round to getting a GS. I bought a 2015 GSA today, and overal really impressed, it seems to defy physics with it handling. On the test ride, one issue, it had a low seat on it, and I'm 6'2", so seemed ridiculously low. Got...
  7. Are any mods available to update an '06 R1200GS?

    Are there any mods or upgrades that are worth doing to a 2006 R1200gs? Got plenty of time on my hands with this lockdown, would be interested to know what people have done to theirs and if any parts from newer models also fit?
  8. 2005 1200GS Brake Failure

    Hi All Posting for a bit of advice here before I rip out the Servo and ABS from my 2005 1200GS. A bit of recent history first.... Had the fluids changed in the brake lines/cylinders/reservoirs/ABS before Christmas by those great guys down at the Stroud Motorcycle Company as a precaution...
  9. Front suspension ball joint cover replacement.

    Hi there, earlier in the year I noticed that the rubber ball joint cover on the front forks had perished. I looked to the internet for the answer but nothing, I rang BMW Motorworks, only suggested to buy a complete new £150.......... so a bit more looking and I found this on eBay...
  10. Creaky final Drive - fixed

    So after a period of weeks of having an intermittent creak as soon as I put the 2006 R1200GS under load wheeling it in an out of the garage , and a suspected FD failure - it changed to a quiet knocking noise instead. No play, no leaks , just a clear sound of a failed bearing wheeling it...
  11. A dead GS... Some advice needed on repairing a broken wire, please...

    Hi all, My otherwise very reliable 2005 R1200GS (a mere 55k miles) has finally acquired a fault that kills it... I think there is a broken wire in the stack of cables that come down from the ignition switch. Let me explain... When I switch on the ignition key with the handlebars slightly to...
  12. Dead as a dodo, R1200 GSA 2016 model

    Some advice, please. I've been away for a couple of months (not on my bike, unfortunately) and having returned I've found my battery is completely flat. What should I do to get the bike started?
  13. Battery optimiser

    Morning fellow Gser's ! I have a 2015 1200GS TE and I'd like to fit battery optimiser whilst it's stood over the winter. I already have a ctek unit for my sports bike and I'm wondering if I can buy another for my GS or do I need something that won't damage the canbus system ? I'm hoping you...
  14. Fitting LED fog lights with ezcan - Wire suggestion ?

    I have purchased these lights from eBay : http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LED-Auxiliary-Fog-Light-Protector-Guard-Cover-w-Wiring-Harness-For-BMW-R1200GS/122413141863?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 I am going to be wiring them via Hex Ezcan thats currently on its way. What...
  15. New member with UJ mechanical problem

    Hi All, Just joined the forum and wanted to say hello, my motivation for joining is that the UJ on my 06 R1200GS gave way yesterday and I'm looking for some advice. I need to source a replacement drive shaft but firstly am I posting this in the right forum? Cheers Kevin
  16. 2004 R1200GS L/H switch cluster

    Hi all - Ive seen a used L/H switch on ebay that is almost identical to the one on my bike. On my original, the centre button (to the right of the headlamp switch) is for switching off/on the ABS and is obviously marked ABS. The same button on the used replacement is marked ESA. I am assuming...
  17. trail drama today!

    Hey guys, new to the forum so going to kill two birds with one stone in the hopes I can also get some assistance! :( So I was doing some trail riding on the GS all kitted out for good ol' protection (Supposedly!) - crash bars, bash plate, cylinder head protectors. Anywho to cut a long story...
  18. arealhuman

    Buying Advice 2008 R1200GS

    Hi, I have the chance of purchasing a 2008 R1200GS and wondered if there's anything in particular to look out for. I've not had a GS before so don't know if there are any particular foibles I should be aware of. I'd appreciate any advice or pointers and will do my own research over the...
  19. Rugged Roads Centre Stand Guard - Fitting Problems!

    Having trouble fitting the Rugged Roads Centre Stand Guard. 4 M6x40 Bolts & Washers, 4 nylon lock nuts, 4 P Clips. The bolt next to the centre stand snags on the spring and over time will chew it up. Anyone fitted one of these? How did you fit the nut&bolt next to the centre stand spring. The...
  20. Picking up R1200GS Adventure Wednesday, hopefully

    Hello there new to the forum no doubt I'll some be fairly regular around here soon enough So Wednesday I'm going to check out a 2006 R1200GS and was wondering if you guys had any advice on what to look out for. I had a little chat with a chap from the servicing department at Tunbridge BMW...
  21. Failing clutch / gearbox?

    Hi, I have 2013 GS LC, 20.000 km on the clock. Own it for about a month, first bmw I have. So, yesterday I noticed that my gearbox produces a series of little "aftershocks" when 1st or 2nd is engaged while standing. To a lesser extent I can feel a vague bouncing when riding and downshifting to...
  22. That battery retainer thingy

    Hi guys, Quick question. What do you call that battery retainer thingy which keeps the battery from moving about in its tray? I'm just about to take the bike out of hibernation, and I can't find it anywhere. I remember taking it off when I was putting the battery on the Optimate in late...
  23. WRCSixtyThree

    New 1200GSer from Durham

    Afternoon all New 1200GS owner here from the 'sunny' north east, near Durham. Been riding bikes for more than ten years, starting off small with a Suzuki GS125 and then a Honda NS125R. Then I got all serious and did DAS (my wife bought it for me for my birthday). Did that in March 2006, and my...


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