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Forum: GS Boxers 05-17-2013, 12:07 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Puke R1200GSA 2011 pinging, pre-ignition, detonation, misfire

A number of people have asked if this issue was ever resolved. My quick response is I no longer have this problem. In my longer response I am afraid they will ban me from this forum as I will have a...
Forum: GS Boxers 10-18-2012, 11:17 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
R1200GSA pinging, detonation, knocking

Hiya feedomracer, you may be experiencing something different to what I am, even though my bike (and the others I have ridden) do sometimes stall when coming off idle with the clutch fully in they...
Forum: GS Boxers 10-15-2012, 04:56 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Pissed Anyone speak German?

Hi guys, this matter has still not been resolved. BMW South Africa are defiant and will not acknowledge that there is any issue. I still have this problem and have been contacted by many other riders...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-22-2012, 12:12 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
It may very well resolve the 'erratic idle' as...

It may very well resolve the 'erratic idle' as well as the 'intermittent splutter or stall on a throttle blip' but...:dunno

...will this be the correct way to fix it, the engine will still be...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-21-2012, 05:33 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
I tried the blip test while my bike was...

I tried the blip test while my bike was stationary and in neutral, if I have the rpm at 1500 or anything higher it picks up revs instantly and smoothly, only when I blip the throttle from an idle...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-21-2012, 12:52 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Thumb I concur :gerg I am convinced this is...

I concur :gerg



I am convinced this is the issue, however I don't understand why Triumph and KTM (also EU) do not display any of these characteristics in any way, not even slightly :dunno


...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-20-2012, 05:57 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Thumb f00gami, this was such a great response, I really...

f00gami, this was such a great response, I really appreciate your effort, one cannot argue with such facts :deal there is a most peculiar thing happening here, it can be argued if this is and 'by...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-19-2012, 08:08 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Thumb wow, great data! :thumb let me process what I am...

wow, great data! :thumb let me process what I am looking at, thank you f00gami
Forum: GS Boxers 06-18-2012, 04:44 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Hi Bill, I did just this, removing the electrical...

Hi Bill, I did just this, removing the electrical connector plug and did a test and then also another test by removing the actual cables connected to the flap, this left the flap in the open...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-15-2012, 08:02 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Thumbs down R1200GSA pinging, knocking, pre-ignition, detonation, stall

The official response :deal from BMW SA :eek1

From: Dave.Poulton@bmw.co.za [mailto:Dave.Poulton@bmw.co.za]
Sent: Friday, June 15, 2012 3:54 PM
To: Kevin Van Blerk
Subject: BMW Motorrad Direct...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-13-2012, 08:12 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
The power of the people, if we stand together...

The power of the people, if we stand together they will listen :webers
Forum: GS Boxers 06-13-2012, 07:32 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
2012 R1200GSA pre-ignition, detonation, knock, ping, stall

Some more feedback,

I just returned from Donford Motorrad, BMW HO requested I take my bike there for an inspection. Neil Berry was kind enough to loan me a 2012 GSA while they inspect mine. I can...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-11-2012, 03:29 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
I have done almost 15 000km's and this problem...

I have done almost 15 000km's and this problem still persists, unlikely to be a bad tank of gas :evil
Forum: GS Boxers 06-11-2012, 03:27 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Hi Stan, it is a very light turn on the throttle,...

Hi Stan, it is a very light turn on the throttle, probably 1% of the full twist, just off idle. I had just come from a ride where it again stalled as I blipped the throttle at a traffic light as it...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-11-2012, 03:08 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Eh? R1200GSA ping

On the 22 of May my bike went in and had the cam chain tensioners replaced. This was because the cam alignment kept changing and these tensioners are common between the 4 cams so they suspected the...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-14-2012, 09:55 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Cam tensioners

Another quick update: BMW SA have requested that my dealer investigate the cam tensioners as they may be the cause of the problem, I am just waiting them to request I bring my bike in. The case...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-14-2012, 12:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,847
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
I did 489.4kms on 32.282l :deal That is...

I did 489.4kms on 32.282l :deal
That is 15.16kms/l or 6.59l/100kms. Sound's about right hey? :dunno
...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-11-2012, 07:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,847
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Question How far can you ride with your DOHC R1200GSA on a full tank?

Just as a matter of interest, how far can you ride with your R1200GS DOHC Adventure on a full tank, ie. 33 litres? I get about 430km's then it goes onto reserve and I can get about another 50 km's on...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-09-2012, 04:27 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Bluhduh DOHC calibration tool

Just another update on this issue. I have had my 2011 R1200GSA back at BMW for this pre-ignition/detonation/pinging issue and this time there is a definite improvement in engine behaviour and fuel...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-09-2012, 04:10 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,479
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
My thread on the same issue :deal ...

My thread on the same issue :deal

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=753622
Forum: GS Boxers 05-09-2012, 03:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,252
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Laugh SOHC vs. DOHC

I've owned a 2004 R1200GS, 2007 R1200GS and now a 2011 R1200GS ADV. I like the ADV, very much. Besides for some pre-ignition(detonation) and pinging with the new DOHC engine that is being...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-02-2012, 03:55 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
When I questioned if they changed the fuel...

When I questioned if they changed the fuel mapping I was told, "we cannot load a specific map, BMW head office have control, we just plug it into the computer and it connects to the main computer and...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-02-2012, 03:47 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Well, according to my Beemer shop they changed...

Well, according to my Beemer shop they changed this belt, when I got the bike back this noise was gone. It is back currently and I think I should discuss this with them again, just in case it's the...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-25-2012, 08:12 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Bluhduh Just an update, I have had my bike back again,...

Just an update, I have had my bike back again, also had a 10 000km service, the pre-ignition has improved however my fuel consumption has since gone up, I did almost 700km’s this weekend and the HUD...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-13-2012, 08:20 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Thumbs down Just an update, this pre-ignition still happens...

Just an update, this pre-ignition still happens despite several visits and checkups at BMW, I have now requested it be escalated to HO. A simple Google search reveals this is a wider problem than I...
Forum: Ride reports 03-27-2012, 02:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,541
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Buff pics

My road trip :deal and pics of the Buff here (click on my name top left to access the Buff albums), enjoy.
...
Forum: Thumpers 03-06-2012, 07:04 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 238
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Question BMW 650CS final drive belt anyone?

Hi, I am looking for a final drive belt for a 650CS, there is none available in South Africa, can anyone help me?

thank you
Kevin
/\/ŻŻŻŻŻ\/\
Cape Town
Forum: Vendors 03-06-2012, 07:03 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 330
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Question BMW 650CS final drive belt anyone?

Hi, I am looking for a final drive belt for a 650CS, there is none available in South Africa, can anyone help me?

thank you
Kevin
Cape Town
/\/ŻŻŻŻŻ\/\
Forum: GS Boxers 01-04-2012, 03:47 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
While digging around I discovered this thread,...

While digging around I discovered this thread, interesting read, I will discuss with my dealer.
http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=736007
Forum: GS Boxers 01-03-2012, 11:14 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,092
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Question 2011 R1200GSA pre-ignition and pinging

Hi readers, I have a 2011 R1200GSA, it now has 5500km’s on the clock, this is my 3rd R1200GS, I had a 2004 and a 2007 standard R1200GS before that, all have been bought new. I have a most peculiar...
Forum: GS Boxers 11-08-2011, 12:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,356
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Question R1200GS 2007 EWS error

Hi guys, can anyone advise on this issue? Can I attempt to fault find this myself or do I have to take the bike in to my BMW dealer?

Symptom: Intermittent EWS error when switching on the ignition...
Forum: Americas 09-08-2011, 06:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,331
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Hi BikePilot, it has to be at least a R1200GS...

Hi BikePilot, it has to be at least a R1200GS (GSA may not be necessary), I want to go find as much of the Historic Route 66 as possible, I will not ride 20 000km's on a HD :eek1

thnx
Kevin
Forum: Americas 09-08-2011, 06:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,331
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Hi patmo, these guys have a 'reasonable' offer...

Hi patmo, these guys have a 'reasonable' offer :deal

Weekly Pricing
BMW1200GS — Weekly $1199
All BMW rentals include side and top cases, unlimited mileage and roadside assistance.
...
Forum: Americas 09-08-2011, 05:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,331
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Thumb Hi viverrid, thnx for the reply, I am looking for...

Hi viverrid, thnx for the reply, I am looking for the cheapest option, ie. rent for 5 weeks (unlimited mileage), buy 2nd hand and sell after 5 weeks, or buy (new or 2nd hand) and ship the bike back...
Forum: Americas 09-08-2011, 03:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,331
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Question Rent vs. Buy in USA then shipping back to South Africa?

Hi there, I am planning a USA road trip for September 2012, I will fly from Cape Town to New York. I want to either rent or buy a BMW R1200GS Adventure in New York and ride from there to Chicago,...
Forum: Vendors 08-03-2010, 12:02 PM
Replies: 433
Views: 53,224
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Xtank

just order the xtank from Erik, forget these guys,
http://www.hotrodwelding.nl/product.php?id=3
Forum: GS Boxers 07-29-2010, 11:31 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 53,205
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Thumb Hi guys, I have fitted my Odyssey PC535, and alls...

Hi guys, I have fitted my Odyssey PC535, and alls well. I have not modified the battery in any way. I did a very small mod im my bike, it's completely unnoticible and that is to shave a fraction,...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-27-2010, 06:18 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 53,205
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Question Hi guys, sorry if this has been answered but I...

Hi guys, sorry if this has been answered but I have been searching and researching the answer here and elsewhere but I don't find the short and sweet answer :deal Can someone tell me which is a "drop...
Forum: Thumpers 07-11-2010, 02:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,404
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Thumb :thumbup

:thumbup
Forum: Vendors 07-10-2010, 01:09 PM
Replies: 433
Views: 53,224
Posted By CandyMan_ZA
Hiya Muckpee, I've been lurking on this thread...

Hiya Muckpee, I've been lurking on this thread for a few weeks hoping for an update on when this tank will be available. I have also sent you an e-mail. Please keep me updated on progress.
thank you
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