The All New LIQUID COOLED R1200GS threadfest

Hey guys, anybody servicing the bike at home?
Any tricks or tips?
Best oils/ coolant if necessary?
Any word on the new interface for GS-911?
Thanks in advance

I've ridden in 103 degrees and I didn't notice any hot spots on the bike. This is something I'm actually concerned about, but BMW got this right on this bike.


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uh oh....shhhhhh....maybe no one will notice.....

Seems a bunch of GSW's are cruising through my home town.

Dave...

Thanks! It's strange how much this issue is bothering me on my S10. I've just never connected with this bike like I did with my Wee (that sounds a bit strange) .

Dave...

no wax but Plexus..

LOVE LOVE LOVE that stuff...

BBY has the fluids, but not a full kit yet because there is no aftermarket plugs for it.

The new GS-911 equivalent will be out soon.

There should be a video out in a couple months demonstrating the service processes.

Jim

Thanks mate, I haven't seen any warnings about using friction modified oils? Id guess don't use though?

"Generally" it is not recommended with a wet clutch, but there are exceptions.

Jim

The specs are in the back of the owners manual. SAE 5W-40, API SL / JASO MA2

Find an oil that matches and have fun.

I fully agree with that. (had the F8GS too)

Nice one - just googled it... although doesn't seem to be readily available on our island... will keep an eye out.

There seems to be a number of aviation products being marketed for vehicular use, ACF-50 for example, absolutely tip top stuff.

Honda has a product very similar to Plexus- can is white, pink and black

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Odd... Commuted daily in Tokyo's sweltering summer on my S10 and experienced no heat-related discomfort.

I get this comment a lot and I have no idea why mine is so different. I have others that is bothers and some stating "what heat?". I'm sorry but there's no way on my bike you can ride it and not notice it.

Dave...

Carnuba Wax and poly (Rejex-used in aviation and on Corvettes) all over...no problems

I to live in Florida but have not noticed any heat issue on my S10 in 20k miles.
Perhaps you should have this discussion with your dealer. Don't think you'll find a fix here.

Regards, Paul

Actually this is exactly where I'm going to find my fix.

Like I said some folks don't notice it.

So it' a replacement you seek?

Why blame the S10 for your BMW lust? It's OK to be a bike whore.

Regards, Paul

It's a bike that doesn't roast the chestnuts I so desire. I always thought I'd end up on a GS someday but not for a few more years. I don't want to belittle the S10 because thousands of folks love that bike and don't have any issues with it. I guess I'm just more sensitive to the heat than most.

I'll know more after my demo ride in Pensacola on Saturday.

Don't whores typically make money?

Dave...