08-16-2024, 08:03 PM
I'm wondering why you bought an R1200RS rather than an R1200RT? The RT is a dedicated sport touring bike with an upright riding position, rather than the more sportlike position of the RS. And there are tons of used RTs out there at very good prices. The wind protection of the RT is vastly better than that of the RS . . .
I've ridden and owned BMWs for nearly 40 years and have never heard of the dessicant in the brake reservoir issue. It sounds like this bike was sorely neglected by the previous owner. BMWs are not at all like Hondas in the sense that they do NOT tolerate neglect well. Strict adherence to the maintenance schedule will result in a much more satisfactory experience with the machine.
I have never permitted anyone to touch any of my bikes (or cars, for that matter). On these late model BMWs, it is pretty much necessary to own a GS911 tool to perform needed maintenance, such as brake bleeding and turning off the "maintenance required" lamp. The approximately $400 cost of the tool is quickly amortized, as seen by your $1900 bill.
Hopefully your bike's woes are behind you now. I don't know your level of mechanical ability and inclination, but unless you learn to do all your own work on this bike, I predict more expensive lessons at the dealer. There is a reason for the "Bring My Wallet" joke. I love my four BMWs, but wouldn't have them at all if I had to rely on a dealer. The CB1100 I own really doesn't need a dealer, regardless of its owner's choices about maintenance.
I've ridden and owned BMWs for nearly 40 years and have never heard of the dessicant in the brake reservoir issue. It sounds like this bike was sorely neglected by the previous owner. BMWs are not at all like Hondas in the sense that they do NOT tolerate neglect well. Strict adherence to the maintenance schedule will result in a much more satisfactory experience with the machine.
I have never permitted anyone to touch any of my bikes (or cars, for that matter). On these late model BMWs, it is pretty much necessary to own a GS911 tool to perform needed maintenance, such as brake bleeding and turning off the "maintenance required" lamp. The approximately $400 cost of the tool is quickly amortized, as seen by your $1900 bill.
Hopefully your bike's woes are behind you now. I don't know your level of mechanical ability and inclination, but unless you learn to do all your own work on this bike, I predict more expensive lessons at the dealer. There is a reason for the "Bring My Wallet" joke. I love my four BMWs, but wouldn't have them at all if I had to rely on a dealer. The CB1100 I own really doesn't need a dealer, regardless of its owner's choices about maintenance.