R1200RS + R1250RS Forum
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Mon Jun 14, 2021 3:24 pm
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Apologies for being quiet for so long, I was lucky to get away from the UK to Ireland several weeks ago, which I've since been exploring on my trusty steed.
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Here's the US recall notice...
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If you want to be happy for a year, marry.... If you want to be happy for a lifetime, ride motorcycles!" 2017 BMW R 1200 RS SE Sport blue and white 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 red and black |
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MC-10165251-9999[54222] rocker arm recall.pdf
Zitat von Lee im Beitrag #3Zitat von Ba55 im Beitrag #2 It looks like a service bulletin to me to address customer complaints regarding a noisy top end. I bet the rocker arms will not be replaced unless they are noisy and the customer complains.
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Zitat von Lee im Beitrag #3Zitat von Ba55 im Beitrag #2 A recall would not replace the rocker arms with the original versions without some modification. (More "fake news" on Facebook?)
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I'm pretty sure the note is real, but as you say it's not a recall it's a note on servicing. The implication is that it's more serious in the S models (which presumably have cams with a higher lift and/or more aggressive profile). It also clearly says they won't be replaced out of warranty so for me it's a moot point. But the real question is: has anybody had any problems with premature rocker wear yet?
"If you want to be happy for a day, drink.
If you want to be happy for a year, marry.... If you want to be happy for a lifetime, ride motorcycles!" 2017 BMW R 1200 RS SE Sport blue and white 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 red and black |
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I've just had a look at the online fiche and yes indeed a new rocker arm was introduced from late in 2017, #11338389397. This replaced part #11338521828 which was phased out by mid 2018.
"If you want to be happy for a day, drink.
If you want to be happy for a year, marry.... If you want to be happy for a lifetime, ride motorcycles!" 2017 BMW R 1200 RS SE Sport blue and white 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 red and black |
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Zitat von Lee im Beitrag #8Zitat von Ba55 im Beitrag #6 He's referencing the S1000 models. Frank
2017 R1200RS- 40,000 mi. 4 yrs.
2003 R1100S Boxer Cup Replika #6/200 1985 K100/1100RS- 326,000 mi. 35 yrs. 2016 R1200RS- 28,322 mi. 18 mo. (gone) 2011 R1200RT- 30,000 mi. 2 yr. (gone) 2005 R1200ST- 58,000 mi. 8 yr. 3rd deer killed it. 1999 R1100S- 15,000 mi. 2 yr. (gone) 1996 Ducati 900SS/SP- 89,000 mi. 12 yr. (gone) 500,000+ BMW miles |
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Zitat von Duckbubbles im Beitrag #9Zitat von Lee im Beitrag #8Zitat von Ba55 im Beitrag #6 When I hear S model I think of the S1000RR and S1000R, but I thought the first post was about the R1200 models. It doesn't take much to confuse me :)
Lee
2016 R1200RS Iowa, USA |
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After reading the bulletin again, I believe it pertains to ALL recent BMW bikes, R, S, F and G. Obviously a supplier problem.
2017 R1200RS- 40,000 mi. 4 yrs.
2003 R1100S Boxer Cup Replika #6/200 1985 K100/1100RS- 326,000 mi. 35 yrs. 2016 R1200RS- 28,322 mi. 18 mo. (gone) 2011 R1200RT- 30,000 mi. 2 yr. (gone) 2005 R1200ST- 58,000 mi. 8 yr. 3rd deer killed it. 1999 R1100S- 15,000 mi. 2 yr. (gone) 1996 Ducati 900SS/SP- 89,000 mi. 12 yr. (gone) 500,000+ BMW miles |
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I wasn't sure by reading the bulletin. Is my 2018 R1200RS potentially affected?
2018 BMW R1200RS; 2008 Yamaha WR250R
Gone: 2015 Yamaha FJ-09, 2005 Suzuki DL650, 2007 Honda VFR800A, 2006 Suzuki SV650S, 2002 KTM 125SX, 1994 Yamaha YZF750RF, 1992 Honda CBR600F2, 1990 Suzuki GSX-R750, 1989 Yamaha FZR600R, 1983 Honda CR80R, 1982 Honda XR80R, 1979 Yamaha GT80 |
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Zitat von sodapop im Beitrag #12 I emailed my BMW shop about that. No response so far. The model code is listed but it’s unclear what year or years are covered. I know if there was a recall, BMW would have to notify US owners, but that’s not saying they will.
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Zitat von sodapop im Beitrag #12 In post #7, the rocker arm part numbers are listed and, according to that, the updated rockers were installed from the '17 year model. I checked the parts list and found the correct part numbers that should be in there. Of course, this does not completely eliminate the possibility of trouble. I suggest doing a close inspection of the cams at the next convenient opportunity. Just did mine at 40,000 miles and all were fine. Haven't had to do any valve clearance adjustments yet. Frank
2017 R1200RS- 40,000 mi. 4 yrs.
2003 R1100S Boxer Cup Replika #6/200 1985 K100/1100RS- 326,000 mi. 35 yrs. 2016 R1200RS- 28,322 mi. 18 mo. (gone) 2011 R1200RT- 30,000 mi. 2 yr. (gone) 2005 R1200ST- 58,000 mi. 8 yr. 3rd deer killed it. 1999 R1100S- 15,000 mi. 2 yr. (gone) 1996 Ducati 900SS/SP- 89,000 mi. 12 yr. (gone) 500,000+ BMW miles |
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Mine is an early '17 so must have the earlier version of the rockers, but I'm sure by the absence of folk reporting problems it's not serious.
"If you want to be happy for a day, drink.
If you want to be happy for a year, marry.... If you want to be happy for a lifetime, ride motorcycles!" 2017 BMW R 1200 RS SE Sport blue and white 2020 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 red and black |
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