How to fix BMW K1200GT engine issues?
Open and clean every electrical connector under the tank. The injection system works with very low voltages and even a small resistance drop will change it’s performance. Remove, clean, and replace the throttle bodies. While at it, remove and reseal (new o’rings) the little intake tubes that lead from the throttle bodies to the head.
How many miles does a 2003 BMW 1200gt have?
Im thinkng of buying//trading for a 2003 K 1200GT with 93,000, yes 93,000 miles. What problems can I expect? I know a lot of potential issues are dependent upon service to date.
When did the BMW K 1200 GT come out?
The new model is lighter and more powerful than the first generation K1200GT, which was introduced in 2003. [3] The K1200GT’s standard equipment includes an adjustable seat and handlebars, integral ABS, panniers, and electronically adjustable screen.
When to replace O ring on BMW K1200GT?
Replacing the o ring with a Viton version should get another 100k or so before it needs attention again. The other focus area is the brake system, which absolutely needs to have a fluid flush and bleed every other year at least. Doing so prevents a lot of issues with the “whizzy” brake system, which is expensive to repair.
The new model is lighter and more powerful than the first generation K1200GT, which was introduced in 2003. [3] The K1200GT’s standard equipment includes an adjustable seat and handlebars, integral ABS, panniers, and electronically adjustable screen.
How many miles does a 2003 BMW K1200GT have?
Both my wife and I put about 90,000 miles on our 2003 K1200RSs. The K1200RS/GT is a very smooth and comfortable sport touring bike. All the repairs we had on our happened during the first 3 years while they were on warranty. After that they were trouble free.
When to replace clutch on BMW K1200GT?
It’s had the clutch, o ring, and rear main seal replaced at 69k (usually a package deal once you’re in that far) and is still running the original brake system. Can’t think of another bike that was more fun to ride as a solo bike, or would do a better job of pulling the sidecar.
Is the BMW K1200GT a muscle bike?
But its slow-revving-albeit-torquey engine, soft, tall suspension, clunky controls and prodigious mass make BMW’s muscle bike reluctant to cash the checks its zoomy profile keeps writing. You can make one go fast, but we often get the sense it would rather slow down and graze the edelweiss. Enter the new K1200GT.