Low/Standard Suspension

[beaver]

thats what they are saying.. all the same...

 

[Sea Dog]

Here we go.. definative answer from people who know (its sad ite not BMW.. they we're clueless!!)

The K50/K51 GS stanchions have been superceded four times, culminating in the current part number 8404842. This is because of issues with the aluminium top plugs not being crimped into the stanchions tightly enough.
All supercessions are interchangeable, i.e. all variants are the same length. So, yes, that is bull.

The ESA level sensors (6870000, identical front and rear) will indeed need to be recalibrated when fitting the replacement shocks. You can either do this at the dealer’s using their in-house diagnostic computer, or do it yourself by purchasing either the GS-911wifi or GS-911usb Generation 2 diagnostic tool. Here is a link to the manufacturer’s site;

https://www.hexcode.co.za/

The rear level sensor attaches near the upper left rear subframe mount, with a rod down to the rear swing arm, and the front one attaches to the front left of the main frame and has a rod down to the left hand side of the Telelever arm – obscured behind the left hand radiator. You shouldn’t need to touch the sensors, however.

Regards,
Stuart

www.motorworks.co.uk

Phew! That's cleared that up!

Now, go and check whether you're suddenly substantially less than the 6' with a 32" inside leg you quoted earlier - and let's hope you are, otherwise you easily fit a standard bike and all that was a bit of a wasted effort!

 

[beaver]

Phew! That's cleared that up!

Now, go and check whether you're suddenly substantially less than the 6' with a 32" inside leg you quoted earlier - and let's hope you are, otherwise you easily fit a standard bike and all that was a bit of a wasted effort!

No.. the next post.... anyone out there wanting to swap shocks

 

[fred_jb]

Phew! That's cleared that up!

Now, go and check whether you're suddenly substantially less than the 6' with a 32" inside leg you quoted earlier - and let's hope you are, otherwise you easily fit a standard bike and all that was a bit of a wasted effort!

Why was it a wasted effort? Depending on usage a lowered bike could suit people of any height as when fitted with comparable seats both lowered and standard bikes give the same riding position, leg bend, etc. Only difference is slightly lower ground clearance and slightly lower centre of gravity and at full compression the ground clearance is the same. Is it some sort of test of manliness if you are prepared to struggle with a tall bike in adverse situations, when a lowered bike would be easier to manage?

 

[beaver]

Agreed!!!

anyone want to swap shocks ??????????????

 

[beaver]

Bit more info

more info... BTW... I asked all these guys before posting here... but just showing you whats saiddd :-


Ticket #18661639: ESA re-set

Status: solved

Comment by: Mornay Groenewald

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| Hi John,

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| While the GS-911 supports ESA calibration, the problem is the shock from the other bike will have to be coded to the engine controller of your bike, which the GS-911 cannot do.

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| This is something that BMW needs to do. After the bike detects the new ESA shock, the shock can be calibrated using the GS-911.

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| I hope this info helps.

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| Regards,

| Mornay

 

[Sea Dog]

No.. the next post.... anyone out there wanting to swap shocks

Fair enough and good on yer for making the effort - I just don't think you need a lowered bike yourself. Your choice the, of course.

Why was it a wasted effort? Depending on usage a lowered bike could suit people of any height as when fitted with comparable seats both lowered and standard bikes give the same riding position, leg bend, etc. Only difference is slightly lower ground clearance and slightly lower centre of gravity and at full compression the ground clearance is the same. Is it some sort of test of manliness if you are prepared to struggle with a tall bike in adverse situations, when a lowered bike would be easier to manage?

Yeah, I get all that Fred. It is a big bugger, that's for sure and anything that makes it easier for someone to handle is sure to be appreciated somewhere. I just don't see the need to source a lowered bike, and therefore buy into the smaller market disadvantages, when you're a 6 foot Beaver. He can if he wants though - I was only having a bit of fun!