r/Motorrad

Extremely disappointed with @BMWMotorrad customer service. My premium K1600 B bagger just suffered a dangerous, premature bearing failure just 6 months out of its factory warranty. **

**A critical safety component failing on a flagship touring bike this early is unacceptable. Despite a full service history, BMW is refusing any goodwill assistance. Is this how BMW stands behind its premium engineering? **

Riders beware: check your bearings before your warranty expires. #BMWMotorrad #K1600 #MakeLifeARide #BMW #Motorcycle #CustomerServiceFail #Bagger

I keep my '08 GSA at my parents' house in Florida for when I visit and need personal transportation but live in NYC, so it only gets ridden once every 4 months or so. The past 4 years of ownership the bike has been super reliable but this time I took it out for a ride and noticed that the idle would "hunt" a little bit and have a bit of a lope. Didn't think much of it, took it for a ride and after about 30 minutes of riding when I would stop and idle the rpms dropped below 900 and the bike would stall. The only way to keep it running was to give it a bit of throttle and that's how I was able to crawl home, also power seemed low on the bottom end and I had to give more gas to not stall but on the top end seemed plenty strong.

I did the following things based on research on people who have had the same issues:

• Checked TPS resistance from full throttle to closed - good
• Checked resistance on all 4 coils - good
• Cleaned idle actuators (were actually pretty dirty)
• Can hear fuel pump regulator switching on when turning key to on

I'm thinking either clogged injectors from sitting or throttle needs to be synchronized, but could the latter actually cause it to stall? I don't have a GS911 so that would have to be a dealer job which I want to save for last. Any other suggestions or things I should take a look at?

I need a way to move my foot peg roughly an inch rearwards. Ive been hounding search engines and forums and everything seems to be dead links and defunct companies.

Do you guys have any solutions?

I have a deal in the works for a 1984 R100RS. Decent condition, working clock, original condition with sidecases etc. but oil light on at idle. Technically have the money that could definitely be better spent elsewhere. Good price too. Talk me into or out of buying it. I have 18 hours to decide. Wife says use money for other projects around the property.

For context i own a 2016 R1200GS LC, bought new. Due to circumstances beyond my control only has about 30k km’s. Kept the bike cause i still love it and ride it when i can.

Now recently when riding an audible metallic rattling appeared when around 3-4k rpm. Went to the dealer to have it checked out. Most likely a crankshaft is close to giving out. No way to tell without opening the engine block, which is a huge cost in its own only to diagnose, this does not include replacement parts, labour etc. Props to the mechanic, he was very honest and said the repairs were probably more then the bike is still worth.

Very dissapointed tbh cause all i hear is the boxer engine is basicly bulletproof and lasts a lifetime. Guess i got the odd duck.

English version below

Hallo zusammen,

ich suche Leute zum gemeinsamen Motorradfahren – nicht zum Ballern, sondern zum echten gemeinsam Fahren mit Pausen und Einkehr.

Kurz zu mir: Führerschein seit ich 20 bin, aktiv fahre ich aber erst seit 2 Jahren. Diese Saison ist meine bisher aktivste, aber an die “Hardcore-Biker” komme ich bei Weitem nicht ran. Ich bin ehrlich: man merkt mir den Anfänger noch deutlich an – letztes Jahr wurde ich bei der Abfahrt von der Doppler Hütte Richtung Tulln von einem Fahrradfahrer überholt. Keine Glanzleistung, aber ich steh dazu. Einen gewissen Angststreifen hab ich auch noch.

Ich fahre meistens am Wochenende, Halbtages- oder Tagestouren, überwiegend im Umkreis von Wien.

Was ich suche: andere Anfänger oder generell entspannte, langsamere Fahrer, mit denen man wirklich zusammen unterwegs ist – inklusive Pause und Einkehr – und nicht jemand, der ewig vorausfährt und man sich dann irgendwo beim Soda Zitron wiedertrifft.

Zu mir sonst: 41, verheiratet, Kinder, aus Wien.

Wenn das jemand kennt oder selbst sucht – meldet euch gern!

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English:

A bit about me: I’ve had my license since I was 20, but I’ve only really been riding for 2 years. This season is my most active one so far, but I’m nowhere near the “hardcore biker” level. Full honesty: you can still tell I’m a beginner — last year I got overtaken by a cyclist on the descent from Doppler Hütte toward Tulln. Not exactly a proud moment, and I’ve still got a decent streak of caution in me.

I mostly ride on weekends, doing half-day or full-day tours, mainly around Vienna.

What I’m looking for: other beginners or generally relaxed, slower riders — someone to actually ride with, including breaks and a stop for food/coffee, not someone who disappears ahead and you just regroup somewhere for a soda later.

A bit more about me: 41, married, kids, based in Vienna.

If this sounds like you, or you know someone looking for the same thing — reach out!

Hi,
I’m looking for a new bike, to switch from my Triumph Street Triple S to something more comfortable.

It’s something I would use at least 3 days/week to go to work (around 70Km round trip daily), rush hour, Madrid city center.
I’m aware that most of these models probably are not the BEST for this.

I’ve narrowed it down to these since I’m also a bit tall (182cm/6’0”), but I know they are different bikes and for different purposes.

Is the 1300gs too big of a jump from the Triumph in terms of weight/engine?

Regarding the price, I found a dealer near my area with a brand new f900gs, around 18.000-19.000€.
They also have the 1300gs Trophy with 19.000 Km, for a similar price.
Is it worth the money of the 1300gs to have the boxer and more technology in general, vs the brand new 900gs?

Considering also the s1000xr because it’s more sporty…and I really like the look…but I’m concerned about the riding position and lumbar pain after long rides.
I heard it’s comfortable but I come from a naked bike with a bit sporty position that has a low seat for my height.

These dealerships won’t give you normally the possibility to try 3 models, maybe just the one you are interested in, I don’t want to make the same mistake and not try the bike before buying, to be sure It’s what I need.

Would appreciate some recommendations from current or previous owners of these models.

Thanks!

I have an 01 r1150gs and lost the key. I want to get started on getting a key made, so I called the dealer and they said they can but they're cut in Germany and shipped so it'll be a month. Id rather get something sooner, the local locksmith said they don't know the type of key and while I can find photos of the key blanks, I don't know what it's actual dimensions or a replaceable blank would be. They could cut it based on the lock on the helmet loop.

Anyone have experience for this? Does anyone know of somewhere stateside that can cut keys based on VIN more quickly?

Has anyone had any luck finding a plate that can be mounted to another motorcycle that will allow the use of the Vario top case?

Hey everyone,
I’m exploring a service idea for the motorcycle community in Goa and wanted to get feedback from fellow Goans and riders.

The Problem

Many Goans (including me) live abroad for most of the year but keep a bike back home. We end up relying on family or friends to start it, maintain it, keep the battery alive, protect it from weather/pests, etc. People get busy — and bikes suffer.

The Solution

A dedicated motorcycle storage & maintenance service designed for:

• Goans living abroad
• Long‑term tourists
• Premium bike owners

What the service would offer

• Secure indoor storage to protect bikes from rain, humidity, pests, and theft
• Battery maintenance (charging, trickle charging, periodic starts)
• Regular check‑ups to keep the bike healthy
• Add‑on servicing — we take your bike to the showroom, get the service done, and bring it back
• Delivery to your home when you return to Goa, ready to ride

Basically: a safe home for your bike + someone who keeps it running while you’re away.

Why I think it’s needed

I personally struggle with this — my bike sits at home in Goa while I’m abroad, and I hate depending on others to keep it alive.

I realised there’s a gap in the market for a professional, reliable solution.

What do you think ?
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I’m looking at and possibly buying a blue with saddle bags 2014 r1200r with 30k miles on it tomorrow, seller is asking 3500 US dollars. Is this a good deal?
Any first hand experience riding this bike? How does the tele lever feel in a substantially smaller bike than a gs or rt? Is it flick able for a bike its size?
My previous motorcycle ownership experience is a Multistrada 620 and first gen Vstrom 1000, I’ve ridden other bikes though including the big versions of the boxer 1200 but it’s been years.

Hi there,

I'm trying to pick out a set of auxillary lights for my 21 F750 and want to make sure I'm not overdoing anything on the alternator. Could anyone point me at any resources to help me plan this out? I'm looking at several sets of lights in that 5 amp/60 watt each range. I don't really use much else other than charging the phone and heated grips.

Cheers,