Here is something new (for me). Engine fully warmed up and engine temperature readout swinging between 76 and 82 C. Exactly 15 seconds gradually up/down like a clockwork, especially at lower speeds. At higher speeds +100km/h it seems to stabilize at 79 or 80 C, which is what I normally used to see. Should I suspect thermostat or temperature sensor ..read more

I’ve had my R1250R for almost five years now, and it’s pretty much perfect for me. If I were to change I’d probably want to go for the same bike but with the new 1300 engine that’s in the GS. So when do we think BMW will be bringing out the R1300R? Jack ..read more

Since coming across the official BMW advisory regarding the cardan shaft (test/maintenance and free replacement upon failure for LC models), I've been very concerned about this issue. My bike is the 2014 Dark White K27 oil/air cooled and currently at 109,000km-trouble free except for a failed starter few years back. Due to earlier reports of cardan shaft failures (incl K27) even before the official BMW advisory, I've been conscientiously servicing the cardan shaft every 30K km -lubing... Drive shaft inspection/replacement for R1200 LC models but not oil/air-cooled ..read more

Greetings from Southeast Pennsylvania. I purchased a new to me 2016 r12r with the gold fork package (I'm told this has a good set of extras?). I have previously been on a 1998 Suzuki gs500 (naked twin); a 2003 Suzuki drz400s; and a 2004 Suzuki V-Strom (v-twin) that I'm still in love with, haha. So why the sudden departure from 20+ year old Suzukis? Well I have always wanted a BMW and ideally wanted the GS. However, I saw the r12r and it caught my eye... so I set up a test ride. The low... New to me r12r ..read more

Anyone know how I can find out if my BMW bought in NV is California-certified for emission. This is supposedly written somewhere on the bike ..read more

Greetings everyone! I had been an active poster here until about 5 years ago when I traded in my 2012 Classic for a 2016 GS. I have enjoyed the GS very much (took it from TX to Alaska last year) but I am tempted to trade it in for an R, mainly because my son started riding and he is on a KTM Duke, so an R would be a good fit to ride together (and yes, he really wants to ride it ). What I always see as the downside of the R is the depreciation, I came across a nice 2020 with 4k miles for... First post (after a long hiatus ..read more

Hi All, Just bought 2008 R1200R and wondering if any can help on following? 1) oli change 6000 miles, 15/50w? 2) valve clearances 6 or 12000 miles? 3.Shaft oil, only ever once ?? 4. Gearbox oil every 24000 miles Many Thanks for any info ..read more

I finally bit the bullet and installed the Auxito H7 LED bulbs with fan. The headlight is way brighter and it has the same brightness as my Clearwater auxiliary lights. So far no canbus issues on low or high beam, but I do also have the Clearwaters on all the time. If I get any faults, I will post. Amazon.com: AUXITO 2024 Upgraded H7 LED Light Bulb, 400% Brighter 6500K White, No Adapter Required Plug n Play, Built-in Fan, H7ll LED Bulbs with Fan for Fog Light DRL (Pack of 2) : Automotive Buy AUXITO 2024 Upgraded H7 LED Light Bulb, 400% Brighter 6500K White, No Adapter Required Plug n Play, B ..read more

This is my first brand new bike. Since I bought it I only have 800 miles on it and it has gone through its 600 mile breakin service. Since day one, a cold start, (even when not cold temp wise) in my garage, the engine starts and immediately the rpms drop to idleish numbers and stalls. It takes min 3 tries to get it to start and idle correctly. Its embarrassing to say the least. The dealership was supplied videos etc. They are saying the bike just needs more miles on it. I call BS on... 2023 r1250r cold start issues ..read more

- No longer for sale, I have decided to keep it. 2018 BMW R1200R Premium Sport Trim (Blue frame) 13700 miles (still riding a bit) Always garage kept, never dropped 12K service done, plus new Michelins Runs perfect, no issues I bought an RT and don't ride enough locally (I'm a cyclist) to justify keeping both. Factory Options: ABS Pro Riding Modes Pro Tire Pressure Monitor Dynamic Traction Control Dynamic ESA Keyless start Cruise Control Shift Assistant Pro Heated... *WITHDRAWN* 2018 R1200R Premium ..read more