Forum: GS Boxers
10-15-2012, 09:50 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 11,671
I agree with above comments regarding the front...
I agree with above comments regarding the front Anakee having a weird cupping problem. The Tourance front has proven more reliable for me. Currently riding with an Anakee rear and a Tourance front...
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Forum: GS Boxers
08-18-2012, 07:41 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,142
Thanks for all the comments. It's nice to know...
Thanks for all the comments. It's nice to know I'm not the only one who has encountered this problem. Once she's on, It's kind a nice having someone to talk to when riding. Even better when she...
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Forum: GS Boxers
08-17-2012, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,142
Advice for riding two-up
Okay at the risk of sounding stupid, how do you have your passenger mount a R1200GS. Been riding solo since 07 then suddenly every girl I meet wants a ride. Coming from a Honda cruiser I never...
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Forum: GS Boxers
07-31-2012, 09:02 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 323
Bike not starting normally
I recently began experiencing starting problems with my 2007 r1200gs. When I put the key in and turn it, everything acts normal, except the bike won't always start. So on a couple occasions I took...
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Forum: GS Boxers
07-28-2011, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 748
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-04-2011, 10:39 AM
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Replies: 73
Views: 7,104
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-27-2011, 10:34 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,509
Agreed! Have had EWS message to deal with, FD...
Agreed! Have had EWS message to deal with, FD rear seal replaced, rear seal on tranny replaced, worthless rear shock (Showa) replaced, low beam was going out every 5K so I replaced with HID, 2 bad...
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-27-2011, 09:32 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 1,937
Wow lots to think about. To answer Tosh, I'm...
Wow lots to think about. To answer Tosh, I'm looking at Ohlins or Wilbers. Both have good reps and will set the shock to my riding style.
I lean towards the "set it and forget it" theory...
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-26-2011, 04:27 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 1,937
Rear shock: compression damping, is it necesssary
I need to replace my rear shock and am going aftermarket. Most come with preload and rebound adjustment. For more money I can get compression adjustment, but since money is an issue I don't want to...
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-21-2011, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 480
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-21-2011, 04:24 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 480
Need to change standing position,...slightly
When I stand up on my '07 GS during off road stints, I feel like the handle bars are to low and my weight more forward than I'm comfortable with. I know I could get handlebar risers and/or lower the...
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-21-2011, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,159
Go HID
I was going through low beams every 5K or so on my '07 GS. Local dealer couldn't find any problems. At 40K I finally went with HID from Sierra BMW. An easy install, and I like the light better...
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Forum: GS Boxers
01-29-2008, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
I’ve had the same concern with my wheels. I’ve...
I’ve had the same concern with my wheels. I’ve spoke to two different BMW tech guys who both said the same thing… the wheels are pretty strong and not to worry. I’ve ridden some rough roads pretty...
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Forum: GS Boxers
12-01-2007, 05:42 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 2,272
My first bulb went out at 5K, the second one 1k...
My first bulb went out at 5K, the second one 1k later, and the third one 3K after that. So in the 9500 miles I have on the bike, I have put in 3 different bulbs. The dealer says they looked over my...
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Forum: GS Boxers
11-18-2007, 08:35 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 548
After thinking about GUM's response it makes...
After thinking about GUM's response it makes sense. I have a supercharged diesel truck that doesn't even flinch at altitude, nor do I see much of a performance difference at lower elevations. ...
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Forum: GS Boxers
11-17-2007, 11:55 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 548
High flow air filter at altitude?
I live and ride at altitude. Is there any logic to installing a high flow air filter like a K&N to increase the amount of air to the engine? :scratch I know my bike seems to runs better at lower...
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Forum: GS Boxers
10-29-2007, 08:03 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 512
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Forum: GS Boxers
10-28-2007, 05:47 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 512
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Forum: GS Boxers
10-28-2007, 05:06 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 512
Question about TBS with a manometer
I have a 2007, R1200GS with 9K on the odometer. I did my own 6K service minus the TBS as the bike was running pretty smooth. After taking a weeklong 2700-mile trip, I noticed the bike running a bit...
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Forum: GS Boxers
10-19-2007, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,950
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Forum: GS Boxers
10-02-2007, 11:13 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 905
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Forum: GS Boxers
09-29-2007, 07:10 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,642
Ditto, me too!
Before I rode my bike off the lot, the dealer set my seat up with high/low configuration. Haven't change it since, and haven't had any problems either.
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Forum: GS Boxers
09-29-2007, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,092
What bulbs are you using?
My OEM Low Beam went out at about 5K and it went out again at a little over 6K. I can't remeber, but I think the replacement was a GE I got at a bike shop. I replaced this one with a Sylvania. Any...
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Forum: GS Boxers
09-09-2007, 06:57 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 2,289
I asked this same FD oil change question of my...
I asked this same FD oil change question of my local dealer this past week, as I have a ’07 GS with 6000 mi on it. His answer was that after the 600 mi. service change there was no “scheduled” FD...
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Forum: GS Boxers
09-09-2007, 06:03 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
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Forum: GS Boxers
09-06-2007, 06:56 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
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Forum: GS Boxers
09-06-2007, 05:19 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,864
Confused about TB sync on a 07 GS
I was about to tackle the 6000 mi service on my ‘07 R1200 GS. Everything seemed fairly straightforward except for the TB sync. I was going to purchase the Twinmax gizmo, but then read somewhere...
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Forum: GS Boxers
08-08-2007, 10:12 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 688
I can speak on both the 1200GS and the 650...
I can speak on both the 1200GS and the 650 Wee-strom. I have an 07 GS and my GF has the 07 Wee-strom. After riding 300 miles on the 650 I was very impressed with the comfort and handling at speeds...
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Forum: GS Boxers
06-30-2007, 07:50 AM
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Replies: 3,219
Views: 287,528
Anyone had the key ring replaced more than once?
I got the dreaded EWS warning on my ’07 R1200GS at a little over 1000 miles. :mad? Had the key ring replaced and have put another 3000 miles on since without any problems. But I still wonder every...
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Forum: GS Boxers
06-10-2007, 07:42 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 845
immobilizer must go !
Had the same EWS & antenna ring problem at 1000 miles. Left me stranded and despondent with the trumpeted BMW durability and reliability claims. After reading all the theories about why the key...
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Forum: GS Boxers
06-03-2007, 07:47 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,317
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-14-2007, 05:42 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 543
I want your dealer
I had the same service done on my '07 GS at 600 miles and was charged $300 just for labor alone. Total charge was $358 with parts and tax. The service tech noticed the threads on one of the tappet...
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-28-2007, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 350
Newbie on the road...
Greetings from a Midwestern Yankee living in the Southwest.
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I recently took the plunge and purchased the “Big Red Beemer”. Unfortunately...
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