Buying a 1200GS - what to check?

[Craig David]

Hi there people

At last I can afford a 1200GS!

It'll be a used one.

What should I check when I'm looking at bikes? Are there any known problems?

Is there anywhere where these might be listed?


Thanks in advance for your help!

 

[Shep]

Hi, I would guess alot would depend on what price range you are looking in, if you end up having the budget to buy an 04-05 1200, i would buy a later 1150 instead 1200's of that era being a bit of a lottery

After that the world is your oyster, get the best bike you can for the money the more bling the better

Shep

 

[bigchris]

Hi there people

At last I can afford a 1200GS!

It'll be a used one.

What should I check when I'm looking at bikes? Are there any known problems?

Is there anywhere where these might be listed?


Thanks in advance for your help!

Buy mine buy mine buy mine buy mine buy mine buy mine!

(Check in the for sale listings...its there somewhere!!)

 

[marcus]

There might be a thread on here with some of the usual issues....

If there's a BMW top box check for cracks.

Check all recall work carried out. Esp. BATTERY (fume, fume, fume)

Check latest "software updates"

Check for corrosion behind black plate at front of engine

Check the side panels for cracks - known to disconnect at speed.

Put on sidestand and see if back wheel moves from side to side (it shouldn't)

ask what was fixed under warranty. Fuel pump relay? Clutch(es)? Gearbox(es)?

Make sure you get a warranty.....

Take it on a decent test ride - a good few hours.

good hunting!

 

[Chris Terry]

Check the joint between the engine and gearbox for ANY sign of oil.
It could cost £400-£800 to fix.