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2006 BMW R1200 GS TSBs

66 Technical Service Bulletins across 13 categories

Engine

24 bulletins
10245433

BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender Fuel Strip...

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equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 R and K series motorcycles.

10228448

BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake...

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caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.

10205109

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

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catalog for the GS models.

10204679

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

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holder by the threaded fasteners.

10204667

One of the following situations can occur when connecting to BN2000 motorcycles: 1.

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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.

10200495

BMW Motorrad has ascertained that vehicles fitted with option code 0190 "Enduro ASC + BMW Motorrad has ascertained that...

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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

10193510

Oil leak immediately after replacing cylinder head cover seal set.

10165274

Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.

10165251

Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.

10160232

During the course of quality analysis, it was determined by BMW Motorrad that in the production period from February ...

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2018 to end of June 2018, cross-spoked wheels with reduced spoke tension have been produced.

10151392

BMW Motorrad has determiend in th ecourse of quality observation that in a few cases clutch fluid may leak between the...

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clutch slave cylinder and the braided stainless steel clutch line. The cause is a burr in the clutch slave cylinder which may damage the gasket of the clutch line.

10151238

BMW Motorrad has determined in the course of quality observation that in a few cases clutch fluid may leak between the...

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clutch slave cylinder and the braided stainless steel clutch line. The cause is a burr in the clutch slave cylinder which may damage the gasket of the clutch line. A vehicle with high mileage can show signs of gradual impairment of the clutch function. The separating action of the clutch can worsen gradually over a period of time.

10149276

During the course of the quality analysis carried out by BMW Motorrad, it has been determined that for the R 1200 models...

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with the gearshift assistant (SA X222A) OE, a few faulty gearshift assistants have been installed in the production period from 09/02/2016 to 09/05/2016. Over the service life of the vehicle, there can be impairment of functions up to a loss of function of the gearshift assistants. In the case of a loss of function, a gear change (without the gearshift assistant) is possible only with the actuation of the clutch lever.

10149206

When the throttle is closed, the engine goes into emergency mode.

10148015

Seat locking barrel - repair kit not permitted.

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After the seat lock cylinder has been replaced with a repair kit, the cylinder does not always stay securely installed.

10147168

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

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holder by the threaded fasteners. This can prevent the battery from being charged while the motorcycle is being ridden. If this happens the 'General' warning light shows red and the battery symbol appears in the multifunction display.

10136755

In November of 2017 BMW Motorrad updated the rear drive for the K5X model line, as a result longer bolts will be used...

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for the rear brake caliper mounting. Vehicles affected K5x motorcycles produced before and up to 10/31/2017, in the event the rear drive needs replaced or the rear brake caliper is removed and installed.

10053961

BMW MC: THE ENGINE OIL CAPACITY IN REPAIR AND SERVICE DATA (RSD) FOR CHANGING OIL AND OIL FILTER, IS TOO HIGH AND WOULD...

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OVER FILL BEYOND MAXIMUM LEVEL, RESULTING IN MALFUNCTION OF ENGINE (CLUTCH). MODEL 4 1200. NO MODEL YEARS. *PE

10030825

BMW MOTORCYCLE: ENGINE FUELS CONTAINING ETHANOL.

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BMW MOTORRAD HAS NO OBJECTION TO THE USE OF SI ENGINE FUELS CONTAINING UP TO A MAXIMUM OF 10% ETHANOL AND IMPOSES NO WARRANTY RESTRICTIONS. ETHANOL MIXTURES IN PROPORTIONS HIGHER THAN 10% CAN HAVE AN ADVERSE EFFECT ON PERFORMANCE AND CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO COMPONENTS THAT COME INTO CONTRACT WITH FUEL. NO WARRANTY CLAIMS WHATSOEVER FOR DAMAGE CAUSED IN THIS WAY WILL BE ACCEPTED. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

10029706

BMW MOTORCYCLE: WHEEL SPEED DEPENDENT, CLEARLY AUDIBLE CLANKING NOISE OCCURS WHEN BRAKING TO ADJUST SPEED.

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E SERIES (K25; K25/02; K25/03; K25/11; K25/12; K25/HP; K26; K27; K28; K29; K29/HP; K40; K41; K43; K43/HV; K44; K589/03; K71). NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

10029704

BMW MOTORCYCLE: TEMPORARY OR SPORADIC FLAT SPOT WHEN ACCELERATING FROM CRUISE AT ABOUT 75MPH.

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SOMETIMES THERE IS A LITTLE HESITATION NOTICED. PROBLEM OCCURS ESPECIALLY AT HIGH TEMPERATURES AND LOWER FUEL QUALITY. PROBLEM WAS NOTICED AFTER UPDATE REGARDING THE KNOCKING CONTROL. E SERIES (K25; K25/02; K25/03; K25/11; K25/12; K25/HP; K26; K26/02; K27; K28). *PE

10026304

BMW MOTORCYCLE: GEARBOX REPLACEMENT.

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ON ACCOUNT OF A MATERIAL DEFECT, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF A SMALL NUMBER (46) MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED TO DATE SUFFERING A GEARBOX MALFUNCTION THAT WOULD RESULT IN A ROADSIDE BREAKDOWN. *PE

10026302

BMW MOTORCYCLE: COMPLAINTS RELATING TO KNOCKING NOISES (ENGINE PINGING) AND SPORADIC PERCEPTIBLE FLAT-SPOTS (ESPECIALLY UNDER SHARP ACCELERATION).

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MODELS K2X AND UP TO YEAR 2007 ONWARD. *PE UPDATED 1/27/09. *PE

10026041

BMW: EWS FAULT DISPLAY IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.

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MOTORCYCLE DOES NOT START. EWS INTERMITTENTLY OR PERMANENTLY DISPLAYED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. *PE

Other

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10201170

When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which...

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analyses show is rarely the culprit.

10200500

The hill start control operation may be sporadic.

10200269

The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button.

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The keyless Ride button must be pressed for several seconds to shut the bike down

10150155

Incorrect anti-theft alarm (DWA) operating instructions

10149289

Heated handlebar grips intermittently not working

10149274

Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.

10149207

The cruise control system is not working in the Enduro/Pro mode

10149204

Incorrect road speed indicated.

10148061

Retrofitting the Switching Assistant Pro.

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The ESA coding procedure fails when retrofitting the Switching Assistant Pro.

10147997

Heated handlebar grips with low output.

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Increased thickness of handlebar means that the output felt by the rider is lower.

10147167

Heated handlebar grips with low output .

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Due to thicker aluminum handlebar.

Electrical

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10249027

The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years.

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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.

10201169

Vehicle battery not charged despite the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket (manufactured before...

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2009)Headlights and rear lights light up intermittently despite the ignition being switched off and the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket.

10182619

Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an...

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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. In order to properly repair the vehicle the first time in the workshop, it is very important that the diagnostic test plans are performed to completion, with all results taken into consideration. Without performing the energy diagnosis test plan, the root cause of the discharged battery cannot be identified. This increases the chances of a repeat repair.

10135006

Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster.

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Contamination or obstruction of the RDC sensor.

10135001

After a few days of beingparked, the battery discharges, off-load current is too high

10033130

BMW VEHICLES: FUEL LEVEL SENSOR REPAIRS.

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WHERE IT IS NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE RIGHT OR THE LEFT SIDE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR DUE TO A FAILURE, THE ENTIRE PUMP AND HOUSING OR DELIVERY UNIT (SUCTION JET ASSEMBLY) DO NOT NEED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL. IN SOME CASES, EPC DOES NOT SHOW THAT THE REPAIR KIT IS AVAILABLE SEPARATELY IN THE ILLUSTRATION, BUT IT IS AVAILABLE IN THE PARTS DESCRIPTION. ALL MODELS. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

Software & Calibration

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10151297

During programming ith ISTA/P software version3.58.2.001.

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a programming abort occurred. Afterwards the vehicle is inoperative and can no longer be started. Repeated programming is not possible with this tversion. Software bug.

10136762

The software for the TFT instrument cluster with I level 17-11-501 does not correspond to internal quality guidelines.

10136760

Various malfunctions in Navigator VI GPS due to older software which requires update.

10135004

During a software update of the instrument cluster as of I level 17-11-502 (ISTA version 4.09.3x) a programming abort...

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occurs.

Lighting

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10147756

Mist forms in the headlight.

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This is due to condensation and goes away again.

10147754

After activation of th ealarm system, the turn signals remain on for 1 minute.

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Previously they turned off automatically. Software malfunction.

10136759

Faulty data means that the programming of the BMS-X at I level K001-17-11-500 is prevented for these vehicles.The faulty...

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I level is expected to be rolled out to the trade with ISTA 4.08 and ISTA/P 3.63.1 from 08.11.2017.

10037025

BMW: PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING AND REPLACING INCANDESCENT AND HALOGEN LIGHT BULBS UNDER WARRANTY.

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*RM

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

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10248094

Since October 2023, a new maintenance schedule is valid for all K5x models.

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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 owners 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 owners manual.

10200499

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

10194316

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

Transmission

3 bulletins
10151430

Shift assist does not function after performing SIB 23 001 15 (017) DME software upgrade.

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This is due to a progrm fault in ISTA/p version 3.56.0.

10150153

Swinging arm gaiter to gearbox is split or collapsed.

10148016

Difficulty retrofitting the gear shift Assistant Pro.

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Early prodction and incorrect integration level.

Suspension

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10149205

It is not possible to calibrate the ESA suspension strut.

10147996

ESA spring strut cannot be calibrated / additional models added

10147963

The rear SAF (Dynamic ESA) spring strut is able to twist by a few degrees.

Body & Paint

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10236237

Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts ofthe driveshaft,...

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and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.

10218351

Multiple factors may cause the driveshaft to become damaged; among them are corrosion in certain parts of the...

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driveshaft, and wear and tear exacerbated by certain climatic conditions.

Brakes

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10200496

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

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travel

10151295

Grinding noises from rear drive - individual cover screws on rear drive are coming undone,screw chafes against the brake...

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disk and makes noises.

Fuel System

2 bulletins
10147804

After activation of the alarm system, the turn indicators remain on for 1 minute with integration levels higher than...

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k001-15-03-510.

10056106

BMW MC: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.

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INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE WARRANTY EXTENSION, WITH OUT MILEAGE LIMITATIONS, TO 12 YEARS DUE TO A POTENTIAL DURABILITY ISSUE WITH FILM TYPE FUEL LEVEL SENDER FUEL STRIP. MODEL 2005-2013 R, K SERIES. *PE

Hybrid & EV

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10159164

Which charger should be used to charge the Li-ion HP and/or M batteries.

Infotainment

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10149288

Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.