BMW R 1200 GS Service Bulletins (2012)

56 manufacturer communications on file.

• January 11, 2024•Document ID: 10249027

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B611305

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle “discharged battery” complaints.

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• December 13, 2023•Document ID: 10248094

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC330423

  Date Added:

  January 3, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  Since October 2023, a new maintenance schedule is valid for all K5x models. For the first time, maintenance positions for the cardan shaft (Driveshaft) are included. NOTICE: 1. The new maintenance schedule is not limited to vehicles affected by the SI 33 02 22 (SERVICE ACTION: Swingarm Drain retrofit and Driveshaft Check), but is valid for all K5x models - including retroactively. In case of retroactive validity (model year 2023 and older), affected customers will be informed about the change. This will be in the form of a direct-to-customer letter with a description of the new maintenance schedule, specific owner’s manual insert, and consumer warranty book insert. 1. For vehicles affected by SI 33 02 22 (SERVICE ACTION: Swingarm Drain retrofit and Driveshaft Check), this service action must be performed first. All conditions described in this bulletin apply after the open Service Action has been completed. No additional communication is required for K5x models model year 2024 and onwards. Those models have the new maintenance schedule in their owner’s manual.

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• November 13, 2023•Document ID: 10245433

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC160214

  Date Added:

  December 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender “Fuel Strip” equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 R and K series motorcycles.

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• April 24, 2023•Document ID: 10236237

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  SIB330222

  Date Added:

  May 15, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.

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• November 8, 2022•Document ID: 10228448

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC000222

  Date Added:

  January 3, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.

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• October 1, 2022•Document ID: 10227568

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  AIR BAGS; BACK OVER PREVENTION; SEATS:BARRIERS; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; LANE DEPARTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B650414

  Date Added:

  December 12, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault may or may not currently be present. Or 2. ACSM fault code "930A1C - Front passenger seat occupancy detection transmitting fault(moisture)" is stored. The fault may or may not currently be present.

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• July 28, 2022•Document ID: 10218351

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  SIB330222

  Date Added:

  August 22, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts of the driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.

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• March 1, 2022•Document ID: 10211851

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B111614

  Date Added:

  May 16, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  This bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be completed in conjunction with SI B11 06 14, "N63 Customer Care Package." The N63CCP and N63 Engine Check the Timing Chain are NOT mandatory Technical Campaigns or Recalls. They should be completed only based on parts availability, workshop capacity, and the customer's schedule.

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• February 1, 2022•Document ID: 10214246

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  COMMUNICATION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B010122

  Date Added:

  June 21, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. BMW of North America, et al. The Court has granted final approval of the settlement. The Settlement Benefits are effective and available on and after February 9, 2022.

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• November 3, 2021•Document ID: 10205109

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC460521

  Date Added:

  December 20, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  Stress corrosion cracks may occur on the studs of certain milled footrests from the BMW Motorrad special accessories catalog for the GS models.

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• September 20, 2021•Document ID: 10204667

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC000521

  Date Added:

  December 13, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  One of the following situations can occur when connecting to BN2000 motorcycles: 1. The installed control units cannot be found when reading out with ISTA. 2. Control units initially communicate after connecting to the vehicle, but communication later stops.

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• September 3, 2021•Document ID: 10204679

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC610315

  Date Added:

  December 13, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in isolated cases the fuse for the voltage regulator is not correctly secured in the holder by the threaded fasteners.

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• July 13, 2021•Document ID: 10201170

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC610821

  Date Added:

  September 7, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.

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• June 17, 2021•Document ID: 10200269

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC660118

  Date Added:

  August 9, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button. The keyless Ride button must be pressed for several seconds to shut the bike down

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• June 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200224

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B012118

  Date Added:

  August 9, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  While engine oil consumption may create a customer inconvenience, in the short term it should not cause any drivability problems that would prevent normal day-to-day operational use of the vehicle

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• May 24, 2021•Document ID: 10200499

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC620117

  Date Added:

  August 23, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  Service distance cannot be set in miles in ISTA for TFT-type instrument clusters

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• May 19, 2021•Document ID: 10200496

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC340121

  Date Added:

  August 23, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  During operation of the rear wheel foot brake lever, the rider feels a soft pressure point or perceptibly longer lever travel

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• May 10, 2021•Document ID: 10200495

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC130113

  Date Added:

  August 23, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  BMW Motorrad has ascertained that vehicles fitted with option code 0190 "Enduro ASC + BMW Motorrad has ascertained that vehicles fitted with option code 0190 "Enduro ASC + Riding Modes" can experience functional problems in the Enduro PRO mode. Effective March 06, 2013, BMW Motorrad has a software solution available. Once the coding plug has been fitted and the software update performed, the customer can use all the riding modes

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• May 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200500

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC64465398

  Date Added:

  August 23, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  The hill start control operation may be sporadic.

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• February 1, 2021•Document ID: 10188954

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B651320

  Date Added:

  March 15, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  COLLECTION OF DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS: BMW intends to perform evaluations and analyses on these side air bags.

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