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BMW R1250GS

Factory configuration

Standard

What changed for 2022 · Standard

Factory model-year package
MY2022 carries over the Style Rallye colour and revises the US factory equipment and package structure. Manufacturer source
BMW R1250GS — Standard — 2019–2023
Image: BMW Motorrad PressClub — BMW's MY2022 guide records Style Rallye as carried over; BMW PressClub ID P90401144.

Vitals

Wet weight
249 kg
Seat height
820 / 910 mm
Fuel capacity
20 L
Real world range
385 km
Front tyre
120/70 R19
Rear tyre
170/60 R17
Tyre pressures
2.5 / 2.9 bar solo
Payload capacity
216 kg
TerrainTarmacGravel — easyGravel — technicalSand

Field repair

Fuse box
Under the seat, in the fuse carrier
Fuses
3
OBD port
Diagnostic connector behind the right side trim panel, near the battery · BMW proprietary via GS-911 (K+DCAN/ENET); legally mandated OBD socket on-board
Battery access
Behind the right-side trim panel; panel secured by a single Torx bolt and two plastic pins in rubber grommets, remove seat first

Cam chain tensioner ticking noise fix (left cylinder)

  1. 01Place the bike on its centre stand to minimize oil spill
  2. 02Remove crash bars/engine guard if fitted (reinstall later with Loctite at correct torque)
  3. 03Remove the left cylinder's hydraulic cam chain tensioner using a 17mm socket (or 19mm for updated part)
  4. 04Lubricate the piston of the new/updated tensioner (BMW part 11317108586) lightly with engine oil (SAE 5W-40, API SL/JASO MA2)
  5. 05Install the new tensioner and tighten to 32 Nm — no Loctite required
  6. 06No additional oil top-up is normally needed after this swap
  7. 07Reinstall crash bars/engine guard with Loctite at correct torque

Data sheet

Dimensions & weights

Wet weight
249 kg
Seat height
820 / 910 mm
Wheelbase
1525 mm
Suspension travel
190 / 200 mm
Payload capacity
216 kg

Engine & drivetrain

Engine
1254 cc · Boxer twin ShiftCam
Cooling
Liquid cooled
Output
136 hp · 143 Nm
Transmission
6-speed
Final drive
Shaft
Fuelling
Electronic fuel injection

Fuel & range

Fuel capacity
20 L
Real world range
385 km

Electronics & rider aids

Ride modes
Rain/Road/Eco/Dynamic/Enduro/Enduro Pro
Cruise control
Yes
Traction control
Yes · defeatable
ABS
Yes · fully defeatable
Heated grips
No
Heated seat
No

Service intervals

Service interval
10,000 km
Valve check
20,000 km
Air filter
20,000 km

Protection

Bash plate
None
Radiator guard
No
Oil cooler guard
No
Hand guards
No

Consumables & service specs

Every value carries its source.

Tyre pressures

Front — solo
2.5 bar36.3 psi, cold tyreBMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official
Rear — solo
2.9 bar42.1 psi, cold tyreBMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official

Engine oil

Viscosity
SAE 5W-40API SL / JASO MA2; BMW recommends Motorrad ADVANTEC Ultimate oil; no molybdenum-based additives permittedBMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official
Capacity
4.0 lMax, with filter changeBMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official

Coolant

Type
BMW silicate-based radiator antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor, min -25°C frost protection50/50 antifreeze-to-water mix typical; BMW order number 83192211191 (blue/green coolant)BMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official
Capacity
1.5 lApprox. total coolant circuit capacity (wethead-family boxer, shared cooling architecture); expansion tank fill separate at approx. 0.25l per service manual data for related wethead platformBMW Motorrad RSD · official

Brakes

Fluid type
DOT 4Front and rearBMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official

Final drive

Shaft oil grade
Shaft drive with bevel gears, cardan final driveFinal drive gear ratio and bevel-gear shaft drive per BMW manualBMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official
Shaft oil capacity
180 mlConfirmed across multiple documented oil-change proceduresBMW Motorrad RSD · official

Spark plugs

Quantity
2One per cylinder, boxer twinBMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official

Battery

Type
AGM battery, 12V/11.8Ah (optional HP lithium-ion battery 12V/10Ah available)BMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official

Fuel

Minimum octane
91 ROZ/RON / 87 AKI (95 ROZ/RON recommended for full power)Engine adapts to 91-98 ROZ/RON via knock controlBMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official
Ethanol tolerance
Max 15% ethanol (E10/E15)BMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official

Tyre Library

Tyres for this bike and year

Start with this motorcycle’s front and rear sizes. Open a tyre to check the complete fit for this exact bike and year; a size or original-equipment report alone does not confirm it.

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Michelin Anakee Adventure

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Michelin Anakee III

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

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Michelin Anakee Road

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

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Michelin Anakee Wild

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Pirelli Angel GT II

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

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Bridgestone BATTLAX Adventure A41

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Bridgestone Battlax Adventure Trail AT41

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Bridgestone BATTLAX Adventurecross Scrambler AX41S

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Continental ContiRoadAttack 4

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Continental ContiTrailAttack 3

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

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Sizes match, but more needs checking

Mitas Enduro Trail-ADV 2

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Metzeler Karoo 4

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Metzeler Karoo Street

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Michelin Road 6

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Metzeler Roadtec 02

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Michelin Scorcher Adventure

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Pirelli Scorpion Rally

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Pirelli Scorpion Trail II

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Pirelli Scorpion Trail III

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Avon Spirit ST

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Mitas Terra Force-R

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Continental TKC 70

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Sizes match, but more needs checking

Metzeler Tourance Next 2

Matching front and rear sizes exist, but some motorcycle requirements or the front-and-rear pairing still need confirmation.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Pirelli Angel GT

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Pirelli Angel ST

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone BATTLAX Adventurecross AX41

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone BATTLAX BT-45

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone BATTLAX BT46

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone BATTLAX Sport Touring T32

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone BATTLAX Sport Touring T33

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone BATTLE WING BW501 / BW502

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone BATTLECRUISE H50

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Avon Cobra Chrome

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Michelin Commander II

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Michelin Commander III Cruiser

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Michelin Commander III Touring

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Continental ContiClassicAttack

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Continental ContiEscape

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Continental ContiLegend

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Continental ContiMotion

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Continental ContiRoad

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Continental ContiTour

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Metzeler Cruisetec

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Pirelli Diablo Powercruiser

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Metzeler Enduro 3 Sahara

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone EXEDRA G853 / G852

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone EXEDRA MAX

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

IRC GP-21F / GP-22R

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Dunlop K750

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Metzeler Lasertec

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Pirelli MT 21 Rallycross

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Pirelli MT 60 RS

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Pirelli Night Dragon

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Continental RB 2 / K 112

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Michelin Road 5

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Michelin Road 6 GT

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Michelin Road Classic

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Michelin Road W GT

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Metzeler Roadtec 01

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Metzeler Roadtec 01 SE

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Interact

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Michelin Scorcher 11

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Michelin Scorcher 31

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Continental TKC 70 Rocks

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Continental TKC 80

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Metzeler Tourance

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

No matching front and rear pair

Bridgestone Trail Wing TW101 / TW42

No complete front and rear size pair in this tyre range matches the selected bike and year.

Still needs checking: load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Does not fit this bike

Mitas Enduro Trail-XT+

The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Does not fit this bike

Mitas Enduro Trail+

The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Does not fit this bike

Heidenau K60 Scout

The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

Does not fit this bike

Continental TKC 80²

The size names match, but one or more complete fit checks fail for this motorcycle.

Still needs checking: source information, load rating, any manufacturer restrictions, front and rear pairing, approved rim width, speed rating, tube or tubeless setup, a named tyre match.

What breaks first and where.

01

Gearbox input shaft overload/breakage (NHTSA Recall 23V-011)

CatastrophicRare

Under abrupt speed differences between engine and final drive (e.g. hard off-road landings or aggressive downshifts), the gearbox input shaft can be overloaded, potentially damaging or breaking it and locking the rear wheel.

Symptoms

  • Damaged or broken gearbox input shaft
  • Locked/blocked rear wheel
  • Potential loss of control

Field repairableNo

Where to find things

Common locations for jacks, filters, fluids and fuse boxes. Follow the reference link when a picture helps more than words.

Engine oil fill

Engine-oil filler and level-check point on the engine; use the referenced owner-manual level procedure and keep contamination out of the opening.

Reference

Coolant reservoir

Coolant expansion reservoir shown in the referenced owner-manual general-view and maintenance diagrams; open or top up only when the system is cold.

Reference

Brake fluid reservoir

Front reservoir at the handlebar master cylinder and rear reservoir beside the rear master cylinder; use the manual's motorcycle attitude for level checks.

Reference

Battery

Behind the right-side trim panel; panel secured by a single Torx bolt and two plastic pins in rubber grommets, remove seat first

Reference

Fuse box — interior

Under the seat, in the fuse carrier

Reference

OBD-II port

Diagnostic connector behind the right side trim panel, near the battery

Reference

Field toolkit

What it takes to remove a wheel, handle common field repairs, and get moving again.

Compact inflator with 0-60 psi gauge

Required
Reinflate and pressure-check either wheel after puncture repair. Reinflates a repaired tyre or tube and verifies cold pressure.Breakstate T1 baseline

T25 Torx screwdriver bit

Required
Remove the battery cover. Matches the reversible onboard PH1/T25 driver specified by BMW.BMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official

Tubeless reamer, insertion tool and vulcanising plug strings

Required
Seal a repairable tread puncture in the 120/70 R19 front or 170/60 R17 rear tubeless tyre. Repairs a straightforward tread puncture without removing the wheel; not for sidewall or major carcass damage.Breakstate T1 baseline

Thin-wall deep spark-plug socket

Recommended
Remove and install both boxer spark plugs. The thin-wall deep profile reaches a recessed 14 mm spark plug.BMW R 1250 GS manual 2022 · official