What's the deal with servicing?

[sv969]

I notice a lot of people do their own servicing on their bikes. While, its not the most complicated thing in the world to do, you wouldn't consider doing it on a new car as it would have a big effect on resale value. Isn't this the case with motor bikes?

I have to admit that the 800GS is the first new bike I've ever owned long enough...and liked enough..to have the a first service carried out....I tend to change them when they get dirty .

Also...What should I expect to pay at Bristol for a 1 year/4000 mile service.

Cheers

 

[Greggers]

IMHO it's all to do with the fekkin diagnostics and service indicator...

There's nothing too difficult about the servicing, but the complexity of the electronics and the dependance of the engine on all kinds of sensors makes it a tricky one to call...

Buy a GS911 ... it's next on my list!

Greg

 

[Dave Ett]

Since they're not covered in plastics, servicing charges aren't too bad really. I had a 12000 mile service done last September at North Oxford (probably the most expensive outside London!) and was pleasantly surprised when it came to less than £300

 

[ghost-rider31]

Since they're not covered in plastics, servicing charges aren't too bad really. I had a 12000 mile service done last September at North Oxford (probably the most expensive outside London!) and was pleasantly surprised when it came to less than £300

if u dont mind me askin, what was included on the 12000 mile service interval, I got one of them coming up and normally do my own servicing, but was considering takin it to BMW

 

[dogman]

Unfortunately a lot of buyers really like to see the 'BMW dealer service history' on the advert and because of that it keeps the value of the bike up much higher, but you have to weigh that up with the money you have laid out to get it done by BMW! Over 4 or 5 years it amounts to a lot of money.
I may invest in a GS911 as I can do most routine jobs myself.

 

[Sooty09]

My wifes GS650 12000 service was about £120.00 The work shop disk suggested a valve check at 1200 but our local dealer said in their experience with F800st etc the valves do not go off until 24000. Its in line with other manufacturers valve check intervals and the book was stamped assuring us of a full warranty. At this price I am happy to leave the servicing to the dealer.

 

[Dave Ett]

This is a list of service stuff I pulled off my BMW disk. There don't appear to be any timings, so perhaps this is all done at every service? I'm sure BMW will tell you if you call them:

Read all fault memories.
Perform all requisite repair work.

Oil change, engine, with filter (Description in item: 11 00 611, Billed as a separate item) Annually or every 10,000 km
Checking valve clearance (for maintenance) (Description in item: 11 34 502, Billed as a separate item) every 20,000 km
Replace all spark plugs (as part of maintenance) (Description in item: 12 12 509, Billed as a separate item) every 40,000 km
Replace air filter cartridge (for maintenance) (Description in item: 13 72 505, Billed as a separate item) every 20,000 km
Oil change in telescopic front forks (Description in item: 31 42 899, Billed as a separate item) every 30,000 km
Checking coolant level
Test Antifreeze
Check/adjust clutch play
Checking front brake pads and brake discs for wear
Checking front brake discs for wear
Checking rear brake pads and brake disc for wear
Change brake fluid in entire system initially after one year, then every two years
Checking brake fluid level, front and rear
Visually inspecting brake pipes, brake hoses and connections
Checking spoke tension, adjusting if necessary
Checking tyre pressures and tread depth
Checking chainset for wear and checking chain tension
Check chain sprocket and chain pinion for distortion.
Checking ease of movement of side stand
Checking steering-head bearing

Final inspection and check of roadworthiness
Check operation of all instruments.
Check engine operation at all engine speeds.
Check operation of the running gear.
Check operation of clutch and gearbox in all gears.
Check operation of brake system.
Start the engine.
Check operation of heated handlebar grips.
Check the readings of the on-board computer.
Check operation of kill switch.
Checking engine oil level

Park the motorcycle upright.
Allow the engine to idle until the fan starts up, then allow it to idle one minute longer.
Wipe the area around the oil filler neck clean.
Remove oil dipstick (1) and wipe it with a clean, dry cloth.
Test - Insert the oil dipstick into the oil filler neck until the head rests on the crankcase, and turn it backward through one full turn to make the level easier to read.
Remove the oil dipstick and check the oil level.
Checking battery charge state