Tickover

[Backroader]

I'm having a 6k service on my R1200GS 08 model soon and I asked the dealer if they could lower the tickover but they told me that was not possible. Apparently something to do with computers.

It's just a personal preference but I like a tickover at least below a 1,000 revs.

Is what they are telling me correct ? Ok it's not a big deal but I am still curious.

 

[littleredrooster]

The stepper motors are programmed to keep the tickover steady at somewhere above 1100rpm, I believe. Going off the experience of the 1150, if the tickover gets below 1000 the engine is very prone to stalling, usually just as the throttle is opened to pull away.

 

[Pukmeister]

They're telling the truth, tickover is preset and non adjustable at 1150+ or - 50 rpm (1100-1200).

 

[Backroader]

Thanks guys
I can live with it.