r/BMWGS
1200GS wheels on 1250GS?
I purchased a set of r1200gs wheels on Facebook marketplace with assurance that they would fit on my 1250gs.
The front wheel is clearly not identical. The abs sensor wheel is much larger on the 1200 wheel, I’m assuming it’s off of an older model. Have any of you converted their wheels for the 1250?
Woody’s wheel works makes a kit, but it looks like it’s only for their wheels specifically. Any advice on this would be great.
u/Outrageous_Potato978 — 4 days ago
High Pitch Sound on a brand new F800GS
This is a brand new 2026 F800GS. It has about 120 miles at this point.
The sound from start has already shown this high pitched noise but it seems it is getting worse.
Note that it is worse on idle.
Is this normal?
UPDATE 7/1/2026 Brought it to the dealer and they said it is normal. It is coming from inside the engine. They said it gets better with time and after the 1st service it will get synthetic oil which will make the sound more round. At least that's what they told me.
u/MaximusNimbus — 5 days ago
GS literally drives itself
... if you don’t interfere :)
It was my first time on a GS at a technical training course (I’d ridden a Hayabusa a few times before), and even though I’ve only been riding this motorbike for a few months, everything went really smoothly - I was in complete control in every situation and during every exercise. I’ve got another track day coming up in a few weeks, but this time the exercises will be different. (Photos credit R.Celej)
u/KookyDate8274 — 7 days ago
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Lone Rider rack adapter plate
Not sure if this is allowed but I'll go with it. I just purchased a rack adapter plate from Lone Rider and inadvertently bought the wrong one. I bought the one for a standard GS, not a GSA, which there is a significant difference in the rear configuration.
If anyone wants it, either to run a motocase or as just a flat plate at the back to support soft luggage, I will sell it super cheap within the US. Would really just like to recoup like 20$ plus shipping. So figure 30 or 40$.
I'm gearing up for a trip and want it out of my small garage. If you can use it send me a message. It is brand new and comes with all the mounting hardware and instructions plus a codeable key.
u/sucksatgolf — 6 days ago
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Removing the GPS Preparation from F800gs
Just picked up a 2026 F 800 GS (new-gen 895cc, K80) and it came with the GPS Preparation option — the ConnectedRide Mount cradle above the TFT. I'm not running the BMW Navigator; I've got a Garmin I'd rather mount on a RAM ball, so I want to pull the cradle off and free up that space.
Another option that seems to be quite interesting is the Chigee AIO-5 Play or the Chigee AIO-6 MAX with BMW adapter (not sure it fits).
The BMW original is $817 quoted by the dealer and $500 for the AIO-5 Play and $670 for the AIO-6.
Any thoughts are much appreciated.
u/MaximusNimbus — 9 days ago
F800gs 2008-12 fairings
Hello guys any idea where to get whole fairing set without spending the money for a small dual sport? Ffs!!!
I can't understand why they are so expensive after so many years...
Also alliexpres has for any bike except this one....
u/RoundReply4985 — 9 days ago
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Raise satnav mount on R1200GS LC?
I find that even with nothing fitted, the mount blocks the top of the rev counter. With something fitted, I can lose the top of the speedo and the rev counter is hidden. Any recommended product to raise the satnav mount? I’m in the UK so would prefer something from UK or Europe.
u/ctesibius — 11 days ago
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Grips and seat heating
Hi guys!
I'm a happy owner of brand new 1300 GSA. Today was the first time i'm using the heating of grips and seat.
I'm asking for other owners: Is the grip heating really efficient, while the seat heating is actually kind of weak?
Thanks in advance!
u/Global_Golf8138 — 12 days ago
Handlebar Options for the 2023 BMW R1250 GS
Been trying to look for alternative handlebars for the GS, as a short rider would prefer something a bit shorter and with a little more backsweep
So far all I can find are Helibars
Can anyone suggest other handlebar options or comment on Helibars, if anyone here has them
Thanks
u/63TMacks — 14 days ago