Longtime lurker seeks advice on 2010 GSA

[ibgarrow]

I have an option on a 2010 GSA with over 100000 miles, but the subframe is corroded. I could remove, grind off the corrosion and powder coat, or replace. If I replace, would That require V5 modification due to the VIN details changing? Can I move the plate with these on?

 

[Santa-2512]

It depends, what are you refering to as the subframe ?

https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/partgrp?id=0460-USA-06-2010-K25-BMW-R_1200_GS_10_0450,0460_&mg=46

you only have the front or rear frame

The vin is stamped on the front frame below the headstock

I would think if you change the front, you would need to notify DVLA as registation numbers would be need to be reassigned - the rear, is just a frame

Dont take my word as gospel, just thoughts

 

[Magwych]

Remove, blast and power coat.
It is quite a big job, but doable in the driveway. There are 2 sub-frames, only the front one has the VIN.
Whilst there, think about clutch replacement and engine front cover. I did mine a few yaar ago at around 130,000 miles. Once finished i had to clean up the VIN number to make it legible, the powder coating had completely obsucured it.
I also had the engine and gearbox cases powder coated. Because it was apart I installed new pistons, rings, bearing shells, camchains, chain guides, engine roller bearings, gearbox roller bearings, all shaft seals etc.
I also had the body panels done to match the new frame colour - beware it can become addictive:

 

[ibgarrow]

I saw the VIN on a plate on the subframe, and wondered whether changing it might require DVLA…or is that simply a sticker?

 

[Santa-2512]

I saw the VIN on a plate on the subframe, and wondered whether changing it might require DVLA…or is that simply a sticker?

Its punched into the metal, and then a clear foil is placed over it

 

[ibgarrow]

Its punched into the metal, and then a clear foil is placed over it

So I’d have to swap the plate over onto the replacement subframe to maintain VIN consistency?

 

[Santa-2512]

So I’d have to swap the plate over onto the replacement subframe to maintain VIN consistency?

There are two frames - Front & Rear
The Front is the heastock frame - and the Vin is stamped in that one
The rear afaik has no vin on it
If you have one, post a piccy up of the one on the rear subframe

 

[Magwych]

If you source a second hand replacement it will likeky be a similar vintage and in need of touching up. So, why not just repaint the one you have ? It is not a wear part, it seems pointless to replace what you have - at least, it does to me.

 

[ibgarrow]

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

 

[ibgarrow]

If you source a second hand replacement it will likeky be a similar vintage and in need of touching up. So, why not just repaint the one you have ? It is not a wear part, it seems pointless to replace what you have - at least, it does to me.

This seems to be past a touch up. If I take this back to bare metal, won’t that reduce its integrity?

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

 

[Nando654321]

Remove, blast and power coat.
It is quite a big job, but doable in the driveway. There are 2 sub-frames, only the front one has the VIN.
Whilst there, think about clutch replacement and engine front cover. I did mine a few yaar ago at around 130,000 miles. Once finished i had to clean up the VIN number to make it legible, the powder coating had completely obsucured it.
I also had the engine and gearbox cases powder coated. Because it was apart I installed new pistons, rings, bearing shells, camchains, chain guides, engine roller bearings, gearbox roller bearings, all shaft seals etc.
I also had the body panels done to match the new frame colour - beware it can become addictive:
View attachment 272309

Oh my god!!!

My long lost twin brother!!! We were separated at birth but here we are both back again after our parents (BMW Motorrad Germany) split us up at birth!!!

Long have I waited for this moment of joy!

When oh when will we be able to see each other again!?!

 

[Magwych]

This seems to be past a touch up. If I take this back to bare metal, won’t that reduce its integrity?

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

No.

 

[ibgarrow]

No.

Thanks. Saves me some money. Blast/sand/grind off corrosion back to bare metal and recoat.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

 

[Gelandestrasse]

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I've just powder-coated my rear subframe. I removed the sticker by using a bit of heat on the rear (from a heat gun) to soften the adhesive. It is very fragile, but will peel off. I applied it again to the newly-coated item. Job done.

 

[Dugster]

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

It is a sticker. You can get replacements. Search on E bay, I got mine replaced after coating the frame.

 

[Magwych]

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Now I remember that one ! I git a remplacement from my BMW dealer. They needed the V5 and proof of Id and address. It took a few weeks, IIRC.

 

[ibgarrow]

I’m still vacillating here.
would a poor condition ‘10 GSA with high miles (100,000+) be a better buy than say, an 06 GSA with only 68K but far better condition (still with corrosion on the front cover)? Same price, around £3000
I’d be happy to pull the ‘10 to bits and paint/powder coat…

 

[GSite]

I’m still vacillating here.
would a poor condition ‘10 GSA with high miles (100,000+) be a better buy than say, an 06 GSA with only 68K but far better condition (still with corrosion on the front cover)? Same price, around £3000
I’d be happy to pull the ‘10 to bits and paint/powder coat…

Depends on what preventative maintenance has been done and which major components have been changed for example, if the 2010 bike has had a clutch and other known potential issues have been addressed, it could be the better buy than the older bike which has not. Especially so if you are OK refubishing the cosmetics.