R1250GS Rattling noise

[SBD]

“They all do that, sir”

 

[GelandeStress]

The thing is I think it got louder since it started. Or it catches my attention more often. I have no clue. Ill talk to bmw the next time I go for my interim oil change, and see what they have to say.

I had a replacement engine fitted on my 1250. I would strongly recommend attaching a GoPro to the handlebars and recording the noise, then contacting BMW UK (preferably via X as they respond quickly) and have the dealership inspect the bike. If they can’t diagnose (which they can’t, as it’s a rare fault) then say it’s unsafe to ride a bike with an undiagnosed fault and you want something done about it. Others in this thread are happy to live with the issue, I wasn’t, and I have a new engine in my 20,000km bike!

 

[scarab1987]

I had a replacement engine fitted on my 1250. I would strongly recommend attaching a GoPro to the handlebars and recording the noise, then contacting BMW UK (preferably via X as they respond quickly) and have the dealership inspect the bike. If they can’t diagnose (which they can’t, as it’s a rare fault) then say it’s unsafe to ride a bike with an undiagnosed fault and you want something done about it. Others in this thread are happy to live with the issue, I wasn’t, and I have a new engine in my 20,000km bike!

How many miles do you have now, after replacement?

 

[trusk]

My guy from the dealership says it's the timing chain tensioner. we'll see next time I'll take it to an interim oil change

 

[scarab1987]

My guy from the dealership says it's the timing chain tensioner. we'll see next time I'll take it to an interim oil change

Tell him that is a completely different issue.

 

[trusk]

and not have the pleasure of letting him discover it himself? i would never. I will let him replace that first then tell him it still reproduces

 

[Lukas TWO]

Hello everyone. I own a motorcycle repair shop specializing in BMW, Harley-Davidson, and other premium brands. The shop is located in Poland, in Zemborzyce Dolne, near Lublin. We have identified a factory defect that causes the issue described in this thread, and I have developed an effective repair method.
I see that there are people from all over the world on this forum. If anyone would like to use our services, you are more than welcome. Facebook.com/TWOLublin.

 

[scarab1987]

Hello everyone. I own a motorcycle repair shop specializing in BMW, Harley-Davidson, and other premium brands. The shop is located in Poland, in Zemborzyce Dolne, near Lublin. We have identified a factory defect that causes the issue described in this thread, and I have developed an effective repair method.
I see that there are people from all over the world on this forum. If anyone would like to use our services, you are more than welcome. Facebook.com/TWOLublin.

So which is the factory defect?

 

[Hann]

Does the motorcycle have to go to your workshop or can the fix be performed with the fitment of alternative/modified parts?

 

[motorcycleman.eu]

Facebook.com/TWOLublin.

Cześć!
I'm from Wrocław Could you please clarify what exactly the factory defect is? Is it dangerous to ignore it, and what could happen if it’s left unrepaired? What are the potential consequences, and how much would the repair cost?
Thanks in advance!

 

[Lukas TWO]

Does the motorcycle have to go to your workshop or can the fix be performed with the fitment of alternative/modified parts?

The fault is complex. The motorcycle must be brought to my workshop.

 

[Lukas TWO]

So which is the factory defect?

The fault is complex. The motorcycle must be brought to my workshop.

 

[Lukas TWO]

Cześć!
I'm from Wrocław Could you please clarify what exactly the factory defect is? Is it dangerous to ignore it, and what could happen if it’s left unrepaired? What are the potential consequences, and how much would the repair cost?
Thanks in advance!

Continuing to ride a motorcycle with a fault most often leads to an unexpected engine blocked and permanent engine damage.
Costs are determined on an individual basis and depend on factors such as how long the motorcycle has been ridden with the fault and its total mileage.

 

[scarab1987]

Continuing to ride a motorcycle with a fault most often leads to an unexpected engine blocked and permanent engine damage.
Costs are determined on an individual basis and depend on factors such as how long the motorcycle has been ridden with the fault and its total mileage.

Just give a simple explanation.

 

[siddo]

The fault is complex. The motorcycle must be brought to my workshop.

Like we're going to ride over to Poland. Wouldn't that make it worse?
Maybe you could fly over to England and fix it for us?

 

[siddo]

Continuing to ride a motorcycle with a fault most often leads to an unexpected engine blocked and permanent engine damage.
Costs are determined on an individual basis and depend on factors such as how long the motorcycle has been ridden with the fault and its total mileage.

So what's the fault? Don't be shy and keep us in suspense.