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#1 | Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Sun Oct 11, 2020 4:55 am

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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#2 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Sun Oct 11, 2020 10:15 am

Welcome.

Ideally you want a lupin blue one in SE Sport spec. This will have gold forks indicating the electronic suspension and all the other aids such as traction control, ABS and cruise control. Luggage would be nice but plenty of aftermarket options so not a deal changer. Same with satnav: the bike might come with the BMW unit but you can adapt to other solutions.

You will want to see service history. A scheduled service is at 10,000km or every year if doing less than this each year like this bike. You would want to see service evidence from 2018 & 2019 or have a very good reason why it has not been done.

I don't think there are any major recalls. Check the date of registration in 2017. The warranty is 3 years so could still have a few weeks left. In Europe, BMW allow you to extend the warranty and BMW dealers include a 2 years warranty on a used bike.

It's a 3 year old bike with 15000km so expect a bit of wear. Nothing really stands out as things to check apart from of how the owner has cared for the bike in terms of maintenance and general condition.

The only part changed on my bike in the warranty period was the left switchgear which became a bit notchy in use. I think there was a dodgy batch in early bikes like mine. A few people have had leaky water pumps but if it was going to fail it would have done by now and replaced under warranty.

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#3 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Sun Oct 11, 2020 12:16 pm

Wow, thanks so much for the detailed reply, Wessie. I really appreciate it.

Not sure if I can get my hands on the service history as it is sold by a Harley Davidson dealer who bought it as a trade in. I�ll try...

The warranty aspect is interesting. I�ll talk to my BMW shop to see what can be done.

Thanks again for the detailed answer.
Zepppo

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#4 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Sun Oct 11, 2020 12:18 pm

Zitat von Zepppo im Beitrag #1
... which optional features would you consider essential on that bike? ...

Many owners fit a "Mudsling" from MachineArt. This protects the very exposed and expensive rear shock from crud. The next most popular addition are cyclinder head protectors, e.g Machine Art X-heads.

https://machineartmoto.com/r1200r/2015-r...ling-r12rrs_lc/

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#5 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Sun Oct 11, 2020 12:22 pm

Thanks Ray, both those suggestions make good sense to me. I�ll check, maybe the previous owner has already installed either/both.

Thanks again!

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#6 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Sun Oct 11, 2020 12:23 pm (Last edited: Sun Oct 11, 2020 12:24 pm)

Zitat von Zepppo im Beitrag #3
... Not sure if I can get my hands on the service history as it is sold by a Harley Davidson dealer who bought it as a trade in ...

The dealer should still have the service history. In the UK it's stamped up in a paper booklet. Without this I would probably walk away.

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#7 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Sun Oct 11, 2020 5:18 pm

Zitat von Zepppo im Beitrag #3

The warranty aspect is interesting. I�ll talk to my BMW shop to see what can be done.

Zepppo

In the US BMW does not give a 2 year warranty on used bikes and that may be the same in Canada.
In the US as of a year ago a dealer can not see the service history done at another dealer but they can see warranty history.

Lee
2016 R1200RS
Iowa, USA

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#8 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Sun Oct 11, 2020 5:21 pm (Last edited: Sun Oct 11, 2020 5:22 pm)

Zitat von Ray im Beitrag #6
Zitat von Zepppo im Beitrag #3
... Not sure if I can get my hands on the service history as it is sold by a Harley Davidson dealer who bought it as a trade in ...

The dealer should still have the service history. In the UK it's stamped up in a paper booklet. Without this I would probably walk away.

In the US dealers rarely stamp your book when service is done. I don't know how Canada does it.

The last time I asked a tech about service history I was told they could not see what was done at other dealers but BMW USA was working on making that happen soon.

Lee
2016 R1200RS
Iowa, USA

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#9 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Mon Oct 12, 2020 11:05 am

Zitat von Lee im Beitrag #8
Zitat von Ray im Beitrag #6
Zitat von Zepppo im Beitrag #3
... Not sure if I can get my hands on the service history as it is sold by a Harley Davidson dealer who bought it as a trade in ...

The dealer should still have the service history. In the UK it's stamped up in a paper booklet. Without this I would probably walk away.

In the US dealers rarely stamp your book when service is done. I don't know how Canada does it.

The last time I asked a tech about service history I was told they could not see what was done at other dealers but BMW USA was working on making that happen soon.

"Dealers rarely stamp the books"

. Whyever not? That's crazy and therein lies the problem of service history portability.

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#10 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Mon Oct 12, 2020 11:27 am

I wouldn�t pay for a service if the dealer didn�t stamp the book - ridiculous and complacent attitude.

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#11 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Mon Oct 12, 2020 12:05 pm

Zitat von Boxerboy im Beitrag #10
I wouldn�t pay for a service if the dealer didn�t stamp the book - ridiculous and complacent attitude.

I checked my book after I got home from having the bike dealer-serviced a few weeks back - no stamp. :(
Needless to say, I will be calling in with it next time I'm riding in that direction...

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#12 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Mon Oct 12, 2020 1:38 pm

Zitat von Freddyfruitbat im Beitrag #11
Zitat von Boxerboy im Beitrag #10
I wouldn�t pay for a service if the dealer didn�t stamp the book - ridiculous and complacent attitude.

I checked my book after I got home from having the bike dealer-serviced a few weeks back - no stamp. :(
Needless to say, I will be calling in with it next time I'm riding in that direction...

Cotswold are pretty good as they have always stamped the book, as had previous dealers on the south coast where my XR came from. I make it easy for the dealer by handing the service book to the service desk with the bike keys.

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#13 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Mon Oct 12, 2020 2:22 pm

Do any of you seek out other paperwork for the services, or just rely on the fact that the Dealers stamp is present in the service booklet?
(If indeed any other paperwork exists!!)

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#14 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Mon Oct 12, 2020 2:26 pm

I have always kept the invoices, receipts, etc for any expenditure on my bikes. When I've sold them, I show prospective buyers the whole history. They feel more reassured about their pourchase.

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#15 | RE: Buying a used 2017 R1200RS what to look for? datum

Mon Oct 12, 2020 2:34 pm

I'd cycle through the ESA rear shock settings, preload and damping. I had one fail.

Other than that my bike has been superb over nearly 5 years and 27,000 miles.

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