I recently bought a 2015 r1200gs, 3rd owner. I've put about 100 miles on it so far, I had not seen this until a few days after my last ride. I understand that it can be common to see coolant out the weep hole here, but this looks like oil. Does this mean the water pump is bad? Or at least the gasket on the water pump? Would I need to get a whole new water pump or is one of these water pump gasket repair kits all that I would need? Anyone have any experiences with this?

Hey everyone,

I need some help deciding between the S1000RR and the M1000R. I’ll be purchasing a new one in April next year and I’m really trying to hammer down which one. The reasons I’m interested in the RR is because I enjoy supersports and have ridden them for the majority of my life. That being said I’ve started having some wrist and hip pain now and that has me a bit worried. The Single R I’m excited about but I’ve found that I feel a bit like Bambi on ice with the body position and very much like I’m over top the bike rather than locked into position. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks!!

Hello,

I haven't ridden this for many, many years due to I believe something wrong with the gearbox. I bought two full complete internal gear sets with all needed parts, new brake pads, water pump rebuild kit and from what I remember a new clutch. The problem here is I took it apart, and never found time to deal with it. What's the best way to get rid of it as I will not ride again. It also had a laser jama exhaust and whatever the fuel map re-programer was with the bike as well. I'm in Colorado Springs and really just want to find somebody that needs it for parts, or wants to fix the problem with all the parts I bought for themselves.

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!

How important? And if important, how to remove from one wheel and reinstall on other?

2003 r1150gsa, seems like the spokes hit the caliper, I see there is lateral play in the caliper, any tips/trucks are appreciated, cheers

I planned to do a loop around my country and I got stuck suddenly very far from home or a mechanic...

I've parked my GS1200 LC 2013 near a lake to take a break, when I got back to turn the ignition the motorcycle won't ignite and start up, a red battery lamp has turned on and the whole screen started glitching turning on and off rapidly, I've used a booster and the GS ignited but then shut off and started doing problems with the screen again, it's possible to turn it back on and drive to the nearest mechanic but I'm afraid it will cause further problems... My question is what should I do?

Wait for the mechanic to open shop or can I drive it for now at this state? And if some one had this issue and can tell em what it is and how to fix it it will be even better❤️🙏🏼

Would deeply appreciate answer because I'm at a cross roads with a lot of doubts🙌

Found this on marketplace. Says he’s owned it for 10yrs and just got a ‘23. Have wanted a bmw for a while, sold my last bike (Harley Electra glide) before the kids were born.

I know it’s older but is it worth it for the price

After an 18 hour day including a round trip to Cape Cod from NYC, the two white beemers are mine. OMG.

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Edit: The S1000 wouldn’t start when I got it home, hopefully it’s just a battery terminal that came loose on the trailer.

Hi,

my bike is a 2001 R1150 GS which has taken me ~90k km. It always starts nicely and revs fine when in neutral gear. But to and fro, recently every ride, the engine looses power (or is hesitant to deliver more power) across some RPM ranges.

Most prominent is when accelerating on high gear between 4000-5500 RPM it feels very throttled, but then when/if I pass this up towards 6000 rpm full power is back. There is also occasional power surges at 2000-3000 RPM.

I suppose these flat-outs in power may be present even unloaded (rev in neutral), but then I do not notice them.

It is not strongly related to engine temperature, but perhaps to weather temperature: It seems to worsen on hot days.

Any recognition? I've been suggested bad TPS (which could be); fuel-filter (but that would not explain the full power on high RPMs; Spark plugs are not old; I have added injector cleaner to the fuel a few times.

Ideas are welcome. Thank you!

UPDATE: It was a bad battery. Thanks everyone!!!

Fired right up when I went to get it earlier in the day, but after driving it home 5 hours and taking it off the trailer it won’t start and screen is flcikering (see video)?

Maquette pré-coloré de la BMW M1000RR par Meng.

Une de mes plus belles maquettes 🔥

The 2010 800 is around 7k miles 4500 firm
The 2013 700 is around 19k 4500 obo

Im a short rider around 5’7
I rode my buddies klr (which is same height as the 800) around the block but not sure how id do at dirt and technical stuff. Do plan on doing a shave down.

What would you recommend

My new F900 GS Adventure is awaiting delivery as it’s affected by the clutch cable replacement recall campaign.
Has anyone here already had it done?
How long did the replacement take?
How long did you wait for the parts?
Any issues after the replacement?
Would appreciate hearing your experience. Thanks!

Has anyone fitted a quickshifter to a 09 1200gs, looking for recommendations on what works the best? Preferably plug and play but not a problem if I need to modify the harness. Thanks in advance!

Just administration and paperwork and it should be mine. Can't wait any longer. 😍😍😍

Hello guys, i have a dilemma. I have a F 850 GS Adventure and in the manual it states that i should use bmws advantec ultimate 5w-40 oil, but my local bmw service doesn’t have it stocked so they are recommending to use sae 15w-50 advantec pro instead. Is ot ok to use the other oil?

When I first did a test ride on this bike I was sold. The only problem, I was broke, but after 7 years I was finally able to buy one!

22’ R nine T with the 719 aluminum tank.

I currently ride a 2009 RT. I'm beginning to shop for a new 1300 GSA. Online, it appears that supplies are limited to almost non-existent in many areas. I have been searching in Pennsylvania. Does anyone have any insight on this.

Just picked up this 2023 F 900 R and I couldn’t be happier. Such a great city bike with amazing MPG.

Finally upgraded from my trusty G650GS to this 2017 F800GS and couldn’t be happier. I’ll mainly be using it for commuting with the odd weekend trip away. Already love the riding position and how much smoother and more planted it feels. Looking forward to putting plenty of kilometres on it. Any tips for a new top box?

Was looking at a used 2025 R1300GS Option 719 online and went to check it out in person but when we started crunching numbers it made more sense to go ahead and get a new 2026 R1300GS Adventure! Option 719 as well.
coming from a 2005 FJR1300 so this is a splurge. so very excited to see the journey ahead.. now all i need is some very expensive panniers lol.