Is the BMW R1200GS air cooled or water cooled?
The R1200GS is a mature design and very well thought of. BMW is only bringing out a water cooled version due to ever tightening European emission standards that the air/oil cooled boxer cannot meet. Were it not for that, I doubt BMW would have made the move to water cooling.
Are there any known issues with the BMW R1200GS?
The reports though rare, made good copy for the forums. BMW did not take ownership and those afflicted were faced with a breakdown and a pretty hefty repair cost. So there was that–and owners were pissed…after that up to maybe 2010?? there were some issues with the final drive, including failure.
How often does BMW R1200GS LC rear brake bleed?
My 2015 has the same problem, so does my 2 riding buddies (2016 and 2017) we bleed rear brakes every 3 to 5k miles using GS-911 abs bleed function every other time. Dealers must know about this. (even my 07 did this)
Is the BMW adventure bike the same as the R1200GS?
The bikes I configured had the same specs: crash bars, LED auxiliary headlights, TFT display, aluminium luggage… At the end of the day, both bikes can get the same accessories. However, it must be acknowledged that the Adventure comes with some of them as standard and this reflects on the price.
Are there any problems with the BMW R1200GS?
The only problem encountered in 18,000 miles was the “Info” button. The dealer changed it at the last service interval. I also had a small problem with a windshield holder screw. It screwed off. But that’s it. My BMW R1200GS proved to be a very reliable motorcycle.
What causes clutch disengagement on BMW R1200GS LC?
Haynes repair manual for the BMW R1200GS LC Note 3: Poor clutch disengagement and clunky gear changes in GS models up to engine No. 122EN36130280 may be caused by a clutch component that has since been upgraded – refer to your BMW dealer for details. Similar symptoms in all models may be caused by too much oil, incorrect oil, or oil additives.
My 2015 has the same problem, so does my 2 riding buddies (2016 and 2017) we bleed rear brakes every 3 to 5k miles using GS-911 abs bleed function every other time. Dealers must know about this. (even my 07 did this)
When did BMW change the thrust adapter on the R1200GS?
The new thrust adapter seem to be introduced in mid 2013, with the earlier versions of the water-cooled boxer engines all being affected. My poor GS spent 3 days in the dealership for the clutch replacement. And the result after 3 days? BEAUTIFUL gear changes on the R1200GS LC!!