2008 BMW K 1200 GT - Page 6 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

steering bearings

really dude... you should be asking a lawyer this.

Will depend on year, later models use a CanBus system, which replaced the fuse box, hence no fuses. If something trips the canBus acts like a fuse to protect what ever caused it to trip, turning off the ignition for 30 secs and back on again resets the system.

It may be a throttle lock. to find out, turn the throttle (ENGINE OFF) and hold it while tightening the screw. it should keep the throttle from closing when you release the grip. This is a very dangerous thing and should not be used EVER.

test batt for holdn 12.6volts and maybe test alternator too----a relay cud be bad or connections need titening

Usually, a rapid or immediate loss of power is indicative of a major component failure on an engine...and its something you should consider. Some tell tale signs, smoke out of the exhaust (note the color); or severe noises like loud banging and knocking- time for a major engine repair / over-haul. On the other hand, perhaps what is happening is just coincidental to some other problem that was already in the making and was exacerbated when you snapped open the throttle. Check the gas flow from the tank through the delivery system and filter- check the fuel shut-off valve, make sure it's fully open and that it is free of any clogs which would prevent the full flow of gas to the carburetor. Check the carburetor, see if the float bowl is full of gas; if necessary, check for a faulty fuel pump. Another remote possibility is stale gas- was the bike sitting in storage for a while or did you use gas from a can that was lying around in storage...especially if it is of an ethanol blend that absorbs moisture. Check the electrical system for ground shorts, spark plug cables for any deterioration and intermittent spark, check the CDI for either a weak, no-spark or verify a strong spark; and so-forth. If everything is so far okay, inspect the engine oil; it should look smooth, glossy, and somewhat transparent. and run some compression tests. Best regards.

With that mileage I would look at the wiring from the ignition switch. Start her up and have a good wiggle to see if it cuts out. This part of the loom can be replaced/repaired and it is not an uncommon problem. Peel back the outer sheaf, you may find a lot of green corrosion here and fragile wiring. The other option would be a failing hall effect sensor (HES), but check the wiring first.

I have a BMW 650G which is giving the same problem. I will be watching this space

Check the battery in your key fob

USUALLY THE CABLE, FEW QUID FOR A NEW ONE AND EASY TO FIT

What do you mean by cross braces?

find the carb and see where the cable pulls the linkage there is a screw that touches it , turn it in slightly ! if no linkage and it lifts from the carb top then there will a tickover screw in the side of throttle slide , turn it in to get tickover ! P..

dirty or old fuel ! check plug ok and correct gap , if not sure replace !

ABS system normally checks battery voltage when starting and if voltage is low it will give a warning light. This may indicate your battery is discharged or faulty.

Not wanting to be facetious but a workshop manual or googling how to do it would help as it is a long process. Every vehicle that I have owned I still have a workshop manual for as it the second thing I purchase after purchasing the vehicle (I still have a manual for my long gone 1946 AJS 350cc )

Had the same problem with my R80RT 1986 model .Suggest to drain the gearbox oil ,if it looks like metal flake paint then definitely bearings . In my case it was the output shaft rear bearing , I replaced all the bearings (except the main bearing on the input shaft because to replace this one requires replacing the shaft as well many dollars) my bike had done 275k K/m (170k miles)

I am not directly familiar with the F800 but with my F650 the vin number is located in two places. 1. on the center post of the steering column toward the top but its hard too see. 2, on a frame cross piece under the seat. The engine number is located on the tor rear of the engine I believe, its often covered with dirt from the chain.

1. check for a stone in the thread of the tyre.
2. Next check, When you hear the noise pull in the clutch and check if there is any change in the noise, this will indicate if the engine or gear box is involved.

You need to set your valve clearances followed by throttle body balancing. Both are very important to reducing vibration.

If a shot of WD-40 doesn't free it up, the switch needs to be replaced.