RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? - 3

Check head bearings (mine were clicky at 18,000 miles), keyless antenna (mine went at 13,000 miles), & linked brakes means a prob with one can become a prob with them all so make sure all pads are even & the discs run cold (check with high speed run & using only the gears & roll to a stop). It's an all year, all weather bike, so look for the usual.

Discs warp-age, corrosion/paint flaking on black frame/subframe components, exhaust valve seizure, steering damper leaks.

Zitat von Zepppo im Beitrag #1

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Hello all,
I’m seriously considering joining the R1200RS club because from all I have read and seen, I think it’s the perfect bike for me. A dealer about 100Km away is selling a 2017 model with just over 15,000km for $15,500 CAD.

With a used RS, what should I be looking for? Are there any pitfalls e.g. recalls, common problems etc to watch out for?

Also, which optional features would you consider essential on that bike? I’m not planning on touring much (for now), but want to hit the twisties on the weekends for 1-2 day trips.

Thanks for your help!

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Zitat von andygriff im Beitrag #33

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Good decision ! I have a 2017 - very reliable and lasting well ( although I look after it well ).
2017 has the option for Hill start and Dynamic rear brake light - so may be worth trying to get the dealer to upgrade the software before it goes to you .

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Just look for crash damage and rounded, scratched or damaged access fasteners. Look under the battery cover and see there is no damage to the plastic frames and the red button (cover) and wires are in place. This is just to see no idiot has been learning on the job.

These bikes are so powerful and well made that they will not be worn out unless they are crashed and have other damage.

I don't know how anyone could break one.

When buying a used bike from a BMW dealer in the province of Ontario, Canada, the warranty ends as soon as you sign the contract and hand over the cash! Sad but true. Some may have a 30 day warranty, but for the most part dealer here don't stand behind what they sell. The exception is if the bike has any remaining factory warranty.

Have to smile when I read about service history records. I moved to Trumpland about 12 yrs ago and was amazed that nobody really cared about service history. Back in the UK buying anything more than a Lada without a service history was seen as reckless. Here when you ask a dealer about service history they point you to car fax which is pretty much useless. Took me a while to get over it but now just accept that it is how it rolls over here.

I am originally from Scotland but spent 20 yrs in the midlands. Used to attend the annual hunt in Warwick. Is that still going?

Cheers

Brian