2007 BMW R 1200 R Technical Service Bulletins

49 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2007 BMW R 1200 R. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10249027Jan 11, 2024Electrical system. The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an 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.
• 10248094Dec 13, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. Since October 2023, a new maintenance schedule is valid for all K5x models. 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…
• 10245433Nov 13, 2023Fuel system. BMW Motorrad USA has become aware of a potential durability issue with the film type fuel level sender “Fuel Strip” equipped on certain model year 2005 to 2013 R and K series motorcycles.
• 10228448Nov 8, 2022Brakes. BMW Motorrad is aware of a number of cases in which the screw connections of the Paralever link and/or the rear brake caliper have loosened in customer vehicles while driving.
• 10204667Sep 20, 2021Electrical system. One of the following situations can occur when connecting to BN2000 motorcycles: 1. 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.
• 10204679Sep 3, 2021Electrical system. BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in isolated cases the fuse for the voltage regulator is not correctly secured in the holder by the threaded fasteners.
• 10201170Jul 13, 2021Electrical system. When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.
• 10201169Jul 1, 2021Electrical system. Vehicle battery not charged despite the battery charger being connected to the on-board socket (manufactured before 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.
• 10200269Jun 17, 2021Electrical system. The bike does not shut down with a short press of the keyless ride button. The keyless Ride button must be pressed for several seconds to shut the bike down
• 10200500May 1, 2021Engine cooling. The hill start control operation may be sporadic.
• 10182619Oct 1, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an 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.
• 10165274Aug 1, 2019Equipment, Engine. Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
• 10165251Aug 1, 2019Engine, Equipment. Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.
• 10159164Mar 1, 2019Electrical system. Which charger should be used to charge the Li-ion HP and/or M batteries.
• 10135006Jan 29, 2018Electrical system. Incorrect tire pressure appears in the instrument cluster. Contamination or obstruction of the RDC sensor.
• 10136760Dec 4, 2017Electrical system. Various malfunctions in Navigator VI GPS due to older software which requires update.
• 10136759Nov 18, 2017Electrical system. Faulty data means that the programming of the BMS-X at I level K001-17-11-500 is prevented for these vehicles.The faulty 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.
• 10149274May 1, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. Customer complains about an operating failure on the left or right multifunction switch.
• 10136755Jan 12, 2017Brakes. In November of 2017 BMW Motorrad updated the rear drive for the K5X model line, as a result longer bolts will be used 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.
• 10151392Jun 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. BMW Motorrad has determiend in th ecourse of quality observation that in a few cases clutch fluid may leak between the 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.
• 10151297Apr 1, 2016Electrical system. During programming ith ISTA/P software version3.58.2.001. 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.
• 10151243Mar 1, 2016Body and structure. Rust stains occur in the rear of the case holders. Rusty water emerges through the vent hole that is required for the production process.
• 10151238Mar 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. BMW Motorrad has determined in the course of quality observation that in a few cases clutch fluid may leak between the 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…
• 10193515Dec 4, 2015Electrical system. After turning ignition key on and first scroll through of the Board Computer (BC), all menu items are displayed. When a scond scroll through is done th abmient tempertuire and average speed displays are missing. Only range and average consumption are displayed.
• 10147804Oct 1, 2015Electrical system. After activation of the alarm system, the turn indicators remain on for 1 minute with integration levels higher than k001-15-03-510.
• 10151430Aug 1, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Shift assist does not function after performing SIB 23 001 15 (017) DME software upgrade. This is due to a progrm fault in ISTA/p version 3.56.0.
• 10147756Jun 1, 2015Exterior lighting. Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.
• 10147754Jun 1, 2015Electrical system, Equipment, Exterior lighting. After activation of th ealarm system, the turn signals remain on for 1 minute. Previously they turned off automatically. Software malfunction.
• 10147751Jun 1, 2015Equipment. The lock barrel form the top case is lost. The tab on the lock barrel is 180 degrees out.
• 10147168May 1, 2015Electrical system. BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in isolated cases the fuse for the voltage regulator is not correctly secured in the 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.
• 10149289Oct 1, 2014Equipment. Heated handlebar grips intermittently not working
• 10149288Oct 1, 2014Equipment. Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
• 10193510Sep 10, 2014Engine. Oil leak immediately after replacing cylinder head cover seal set.
• 10056106Jun 1, 2014Fuel system. Bmw mc: see document search button for owner letter. 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.
• 10147961Jan 1, 2014Electrical system. Trip distance recorder sets itself to zero. Software error in the instrument cluster.
• 10150154Mar 1, 2013Fuel system, Engine. R1200R has no fuel level or engine temperature display despite having an on-board computer
• 10038217Mar 1, 2013Engine cooling. Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles. *rm updated on 4/24/2013.
• 10037025Aug 1, 2010Exterior lighting. Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty.
• 10033130Dec 1, 2009Fuel system. Bmw vehicles: fuel level sensor repairs. 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.
• 10029704Mar 16, 2009Engine cooling, Electrical system. Bmw motorcycle: temporary or sporadic flat spot when accelerating from cruise at about 75mph. 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).
• 10029706Feb 25, 2009Brakes. Bmw motorcycle: wheel speed dependent, clearly audible clanking noise occurs when braking to adjust speed. 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.
• 10026302Jul 1, 2008Engine cooling. Bmw motorcycle: complaints relating to knocking noises (engine pinging) and sporadic perceptible flat-spots (especially under sharp acceleration). Models k2x and up to year 2007 onward. *pe updated 1/27/09.
• 10026304Apr 1, 2008Steering. Bmw motorcycle: gearbox replacement. 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.
• 10026224Feb 1, 2008Brakes. Bmw motorcycle: new attachment concept for front brake discs (rivet package, series production standard). The brake discs complete with fasteners (rivet package) now constitute a single component.
• 10026466Dec 1, 2007Equipment. Bmw motorcycle: play perceptible when saddlebag seated on saddlebag mount.
• 10026461Dec 1, 2007Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. Bmw: repairs to 28 liter and 49 liter topcases. Latching mechanism disengaged and out of position.
• 10026225Nov 27, 2007Tires, Steering. Bmw motorcycles: abrupt corner handling. When cornering (e.g. Turning off) at up to 13mph, the motor cycle tends to lean into the bend.
• 10030825Nov 1, 2007Fuel system, Other or unknown. Bmw motorcycle: engine fuels containing ethanol. 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…
• 10026041Aug 17, 2007Electrical system. Bmw: ews fault display in the instrument cluster. Motorcycle does not start. Ews intermittently or permanently displayed in the instrument cluster.

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