BMW R 1250 GS Adventure Service Bulletins (2020)

29 manufacturer communications on file.

• August 31, 2024•Document ID: 11006753

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC330423

  Date Added:

  September 2, 2024

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  Driveshaft Maintenance Schedule Change

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• 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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• August 14, 2023•Document ID: 10242536

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC160323

  Date Added:

  September 18, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  Vehicle goes into emergency operation mode and a warning light illuminates on the instrument cluster.

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• April 24, 2023•Document ID: 10236239

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  SIB630122

  Date Added:

  May 15, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  LED headlights were temporarily unavailable from the Factory and some R 1250 GS and R 1250 GSAdventure units were built with the halogen headlight in order to ensure safe use.

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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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• March 8, 2023•Document ID: 10235207

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  SIB460123

  Date Added:

  May 1, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  Frame and mounting parts

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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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• 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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• May 13, 2022•Document ID: 10214997

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  SIB610321

  Date Added:

  July 5, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  BATTERY EMPTY DESPITE CHARGER.

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• March 18, 2022•Document ID: 10211897

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC610321

  Date Added:

  May 16, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  The motorcycle will not start. The vehicle battery is empty even though the battery charger was permanently connected to the 12V power socket.

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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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• 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 23, 2021•Document ID: 10200254

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC000621

  Date Added:

  August 9, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  BMW Motorrad USA is pleased to announce the launch of the BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Program, effective June 23 , 2021. Three different plans will be offered for consumer bikes, as well as two Authority-specific plans. Model-year 2020 and newer BMW Motorcycles from the time of retail up to the first scheduled ?break in? service are eligible.

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• April 1, 2021•Document ID: 10194316

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  MC310421

  Date Added:

  May 24, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models,

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• August 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179814

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B410220

  Date Added:

  September 14, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  TRUNK LID RUBS ON BUMPER COVER: The trunk lid may slightly rub on the top of the rear bumper cover, causing scuff or scratch marks. The rear bumper cover is adjusted too close to the trunk lid.

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• August 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179825

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B662419

  Date Added:

  September 14, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  REMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Note: Opening, closing and starting via the BMW Digital Key or the Digital Key Card are not affected. Software error in the BDC (Body Domain Controller) module.

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• August 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179824

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B661919

  Date Added:

  September 14, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  COMFORT ACCESS AND COMFORT GO NOT POSSIBLE: Vehicle cannot be unlocked/locked or started via Comfort Access. Remote control functionality is restored by pressing any of the key buttons or by removing and reinstalling the remote control key battery.

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• August 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179821

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B651520

  Date Added:

  September 14, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  HEAD UNIT RESETS WHEN NAVIGATION IS USED IN CERTAIN LOCATIONS: The head unit resets sporadically causing the CID to turn black and then starts up again after a short time with the message "Start navigation system". This only occurs during navigation guidance when the "3D building" function is used Software in the Head Unit High (HU-H3).

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• July 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179004

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B610620

  Date Added:

  August 31, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  TAILGATE MALFUNCTION WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING: Customer may complaint of any the following scenarios: When operating the tailgate by using any of the tailgate buttons, the movement stops Tailgate opens when the remote control is within the proximity of the rear of the vehicle, and a second person opens any of the doors using the outside door handle Tailgate opens again immediately after closing Erroneous ground signal set by the contactless tailgate opening control unit (smart-opener).

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• July 1, 2020•Document ID: 10179010

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  B651220

  Date Added:

  August 31, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  BMW

  Summary

  BMW CONNECTEDDRIVE APPS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE AFTER PROGRAMMING: After programming vehicle with "20-03" software, BMW ConnecedDrive apps are no longer available in the head unit. Software in the Head Unit High (HU-H3).

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