BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

Finished making the mount, like the crinkled paint.  Will reroute and fit camera to new location today hopefully.

I haven't had any problems with my 2016 RT, but I did with my 2008 GS. If I remember correctly, someone on UKGSer commented that it was the ignition switch itself which was faulty. I used to get it frequently with the GS but I would just switch it off, set the alarm, leave it for a minute, then rel...

Doesnt look like the right one

If you do find it. If there is not a separate lid on the reservoir it may need to be filled inverted and then assembled

On my 2012 Camhead, the starter button failed on a very hot day in Germany. After an overnight stay paid for by BMW, recovery was arranged the next day. Next morning, tried to start the bike before the recovery arrived and it worked. Road the bike to Kassel to have the switch replaced. Coincidence ...

David. wrote: Is there any evidence of the reservoir being bonded (glued) to the control assembly.

Looks like the resorvoir clips to those red lugs and sealed with an O ring

David. wrote: Searching for parts for my 2012 Camhead (same as 2010), there appears to be two options for the clutch control assembly.


Re: Face full of brake fluid!

Looks like US vers are different.

David. wrote: Is there any relationship between the problem and the ambient temperature. The switches can be susceptible to high temperatures.

Seem to work in hotter climates of the world

Will you need to self isolate on in France and on return?

Is it the button?

May struggle with this bit, Any costs resulting from your motorcycle being kept in an unroadworthy condition or not being serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. If we believe that a recurring fault is due to poor maintenance of your motorcycle, we reserve the right to reques...

Not looking good,


https://www.bmw-motorrad.co.uk/content/dam/bmwmotorradnsc/marketGB/bmw-motorrad_co_uk/legal/warranty.pdf.asset.1536068924116.pdf

Spray the linkage with GT85(great stuff) then after a couple of days spray with oil and repeat after a week or so. If your still having problems seek professional advice.

“ cleaning the connecting linkages, changing the clutch fluid, or getting mechanics/dealers to work on the gearbox or clutch”


That just about covers everything but doesnt really help you.

bandytales wrote:
I would be VERY surprised if that were the case with such a very low mileage bike.

I agree but back in the day of gearsticks people sometimes rested their hands on them and inadvertently applied pressure either fore or aft resulting in premature selector fork wear.