2015 BMW R1200 GS TSBs
41 Technical Service Bulletins across 13 categories
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Engine
12 bulletinsBMW 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.
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.
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
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
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.
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.
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.
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.
When the throttle is closed, the engine goes into emergency mode.
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.
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.
Other
7 bulletinsThe hill start control operation may be sporadic.
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
Heated handlebar grips intermittently not working
Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
The cruise control system is not working in the Enduro/Pro mode
Incorrect road speed indicated.
Heated handlebar grips with low output .
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Due to thicker aluminum handlebar.
Electrical
4 bulletinsThe 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.
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.
Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster.
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Contamination or obstruction of the RDC sensor.
After a few days of beingparked, the battery discharges, off-load current is too high
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
3 bulletinsSince 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.
Service distance cannot be set in miles in ISTA for TFT-type instrument clusters
The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models,
Transmission
3 bulletinsShift 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.
Swinging arm gaiter to gearbox is split or collapsed.
Difficulty retrofitting the gear shift Assistant Pro.
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Early prodction and incorrect integration level.
Suspension
3 bulletinsIt is not possible to calibrate the ESA suspension strut.
ESA spring strut cannot be calibrated / additional models added
The rear SAF (Dynamic ESA) spring strut is able to twist by a few degrees.
Brakes
2 bulletinsDuring operation of the rear wheel foot brake lever, the rider feels a soft pressure point or perceptibly longer lever...
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travel
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.
Lighting
2 bulletinsMist forms in the headlight.
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This is due to condensation and goes away again.
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.
Body & Paint
1 bulletinMultiple 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.
Hybrid & EV
1 bulletinWhich charger should be used to charge the Li-ion HP and/or M batteries.
Software & Calibration
1 bulletinDuring 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.
Infotainment
1 bulletinNavigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
Fuel System
1 bulletinAfter 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.