Who has had issues with their 1300 GS/A’s?

[richardbd]

because they were recalls and in effect transparent to the rider and their riding. Hope that helps.

So, as long as the manufacturer tells us in advance that the bike we just paid £20k for doesn’t work properly it’s ok? We must be bonkers…

It’s no wonder the Chinese are coming. They must piss themselves every time they see another recall. It’s like a replay of the Brits in the ‘70s.

 

[Deleted account 251212001]

So, as long as the manufacturer tells us in advance that the bike we just paid £20k for doesn’t work properly it’s ok? We must be bonkers…

It’s no wonder the Chinese are coming. They must piss themselves every time they see another recall. It’s like a replay of the Brits in the ‘70s.

the Chinese wouldn't do a recall, would be a case of fuck it cba and you find out in a few years your electric are tits up with no warranty. You not see the video about the voge where the total trip mileage reset itself to zero? dealer shrugs shoulders.

 

[EVskiy]

I know this will set off a storm of angry responses from the unquestioning disciples but…

How is a bike that has had to go back to the dealer for a “starter relay, a kill switch and a software update” counted as having had “ no issues”?

Rose tinted glasses?

 

[Troppo]

I certainly wouldn't buy one!

 

[Arsey]

I’ve had mine a year and 4 months and done nearly 12,000 miles.

It’s had the starter relay recall done twice, it caught fire at just 600 miles from new.

It’s had the entire TFT replaced as well but aside from that it’s been perfect.

So apart from two recalls, a new TFT and the bike going up in flames, it’s been perfect ? Sounds fully sorted

 

[JoeBiff]

Whoosh…….

 

[Arsey]

Splosh

 

[leadfarmer]

Onomatopoeia….

 

[JoeBiff]

 

[gateway77]

Lot of discussion re recalls but nearly every product we buy has this as standard practise, - so while it can be frustrating I'm not sure if it means much.

This is from Google / AI so who knows if it's true and I really can't be bothered to investigate further ( I'm far too busy going back and forth to the dealer! )

But does this mean we should al be riding Harleys?

• Yamaha: 49 recalls in the last decade.
• BMW: 44 recalls in the last decade.
• Kawasaki: 37 recalls in the last decade.
• Honda: 33 recalls in the last decade.
• Ducati: 32 recalls in the last decade.
• Triumph: 29 recalls in the last decade.
• Harley-Davidson: 28 recalls in the last decade.

 

[needlongerlegs]

I know this will set off a storm of angry responses from the unquestioning disciples but…

How is a bike that has had to go back to the dealer for a “starter relay, a kill switch and a software update” counted as having had “ no issues”?

Because it was a Recall, (preventative maintenence) just like every GS before it.

 

[J biker]

Honestly, I dont mind a recall. It means the manufacturer is doing the right thing.
I own a Superduke 1290 and a 1300gs, and I know which one I trust.

 

[Smartbazza]

Honestly, I dont mind a recall. It means the manufacturer is doing the right thing.
I own a Superduke 1290 and a 1300gs, and I know which one I trust.

I tend to agree.

Breakdowns are the real concern.

Barry

 

[grantmac]

Funny thing today when “unwrapping” my GSA I was pissing around with all the bits and bobs and electric setting it up to what I wanted. . .
Funny in the afternoon when I switched the ignition on got a whole load of warnings and the dreaded auto ride height adjust one…..
Called dealer and he advised that if the bike had not been ridden and I was playing with all the bits of electronics chances were battery power was low which would give these errors and the ride height. Apparently low battery power means they won’t work.
Told be to chuck it on the battery charger and it should be OK.
That’s what I have done so let’s see when I go out on it for the first time on Monday

Must say getting the monster into the centre stand is a doddle with the height adjust. It raises the bike to max so making it easier. Even managed to get it back into its mover dolly. Couldn’t do that any more with my old 1250

 

[Robbo1200ADV]

You will love it

 

[Smartbazza]

Funny thing today when “unwrapping” my GSA I was pissing around with all the bits and bobs and electric setting it up to what I wanted. . .
Funny in the afternoon when I switched the ignition on got a whole load of warnings and the dreaded auto ride height adjust one…..
Called dealer and he advised that if the bike had not been ridden and I was playing with all the bits of electronics chances were battery power was low which would give these errors and the ride height. Apparently low battery power means they won’t work.
Told be to chuck it on the battery charger and it should be OK.
That’s what I have done so let’s see when I go out on it for the first time on Monday

Must say getting the monster into the centre stand is a doddle with the height adjust. It raises the bike to max so making it easier. Even managed to get it back into its mover dolly. Couldn’t do that any more with my old 1250

Think they’re spoofing there. I had mine on the trickle charger on Friday and rode it for about a minute and the warnings came up. Similarly last Sunday got them 5 minutes into the ride then after a fuel up about 150 miles into Scotland. None of those would be battery issues surely?


Barry

 

[grantmac]

Think they’re spoofing there. I had mine on the trickle charger on Friday and rode it for about a minute and the warnings came up. Similarly last Sunday got them 5 minutes into the ride then after a fuel up about 150 miles into Scotland. None of those would be battery issues surely?


Barry

Lets see. The bike has 5km on the clock and hasn’t been used so battery could be down. To me makes sense. The first warning that comes up is that the battery level is low and certain functions disabled followed by the warnings on the adaptive ride height. It’s on trickle charge now and I will ride it on Monday. I was doing a lot of playing around only on the battery today. If not then it goes back….
Let’s see……

 

[gateway77]

I was also told it may be a low battery / power issue.
Although I always keep it on the trickle charger so that doesn't really make sense to me, as it's presumably fairly consistent.

After riding for over 200 miles in the 'non adaptive' setting (set low) I parked overnight outside a pub and by the morning it was back to normal again (no charger) and stayed like that for the rest of the day.

I'm going for the new 'fix' this week which they've suggested is down to the type of fluid used in the pump.
Lets see...

 

[grantmac]

Type of fluid in the pump….really???
Wow now they really are clutching at straws. Sorry but that just bullocks from BMW. I wonder what percentsge of new machines have this issue? If its a fluid issue then a general recall would be requied. I’m going to try mine out tomorrow and it comes up it will be straight back to the dealers with the thing…..its fekkin brand new!!!

 

[gateway77]

I don't disagree - seems hard to believe that the fluid would lead to such erratic results.
The service manager I was talking to said in the past BMW have replaced the pumps - but now they think it's not the solution.

They may have got the message wrong but they did say it's a new solution that has only just been released.
I believe that mine was one of the first bikes in the South West to get this done and they were as keen to see the results as I am to solve the problem.
I'll let you now when I hear any more.

Regardless of this issue I've no doubt you'll love your new GSA - it's fabulous!
In many ways I thought it rode better than the GS - and it carries it's weight superbly, dropping into corners so easily it just makes you smile.