Is the oil filler really on the right hand rocker cover?
2010 1200GS question
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Meant to use 98 unleaded as well 
If the new DOHC engine is the same as the HP2S, then Yes
Thanks for confirming that.
So one pours oil into the right-hand-side, then run around to the left - crouch down, wait and check the level, then run back round to the right-hand-side - pour in some more oil, then run around to the left............ repeat until correct oil level is acheived
So one pours oil into the right-hand-side, then run around to the left - crouch down, wait and check the level, then run back round to the right-hand-side - pour in some more oil, then run around to the left............ repeat until correct oil level is acheived
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Thanks for confirming that.
So one pours oil into the right-hand-side, then run around to the left - crouch down, wait and check the level, then run back round to the right-hand-side - pour in some more oil, then run around to the left............ repeat until correct oil level is acheived
No need to run walking will do just fine.
Your way, if serious
I wasn't too serious! - does seem a bit odd to have the fill on one side and the window on the other - the current set up is better. I wonder why the change was necessary?
Oh and another thing - what does that little 'fan' thing on the end of the camshaft do - the one that is in some way connected with the breather back to the airbox?
andyclift
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So why would a GS rider bother with a 2010 bike with a more complex engine, that needs high octane fuel and costs more to buy and maintain - just to gain 5 hp that a GS doesn't really need
James Embrey
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Now thats a good point!
CaptainSlow
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It's my fault...they always change things after I buy one..
andyclift
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It's my fault...they always change things after I buy one..
I have recently changed mine (a GS for a GSA) - knowing that an upgrade was on the horizon next year.
Decision made based on comments in my last post plus I have had the pocket rockets and screaming around at very highly illegal speeds loses its buzz after a while and adding another couple of miles per hour to a GS seems pointless.
Thought I would buy the model that has been around for a bit and hopefully most of the problems have been solved before I bought mine. Why wait for a bike with an engine that is relatively unproven as its only been used in low sales volume bikes when its not going to offer any real world benefits that justify the extra cost and complexity
Looks like if you want the extra 5hp you will need 98.
From bmw's own spec sheet,
Fuel type, Unleaded super and premium, octane number 95-98 (RON) (knock sensor; rated output at 98 RON); optional extra 91 (RON) available
From bmw's own spec sheet,
Fuel type, Unleaded super and premium, octane number 95-98 (RON) (knock sensor; rated output at 98 RON); optional extra 91 (RON) available
jpooch00
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Looks like if you want the extra 5hp you will need 98.
From bmw's own spec sheet,
Fuel type, Unleaded super and premium, octane number 95-98 (RON) (knock sensor; rated output at 98 RON); optional extra 91 (RON) available
And if you get the 91 octane option, the engine actually produces 5 HP LESS (100 HP) than the '09 models.
pathfinder
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The 2010 GS does not use shims.
jpooch00
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If you're talking about the valve adjustment method, the 2010 R1200GS/A engine does in fact use hemispherical shims of varying thickness to get the clearances into spec. Same as the HP2 Sport.
If you're referring to the FD unit, then you may be correct. I've heard that it does and that it doesn't. I never remember to ask a mechanic who would actually know when I have the chance.
Would that be 5 bhp less than an '09 on 91 octane?
peejay
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Tell y'all what when i get mine, which is ordered, i'll let yous all know.
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