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Or whatever they call it in the new digital/canbus era, something stuck and that something freed up.
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Imobilizer system?
Which begs the question; where was the key fob located while measurements were being taken…?
Best,
DeVern
A controller will draw power. The CAN-bus does not.Doesn't the CANBUS draw a slight amount all the time? I know my 2018 R1200RT will not start after a 2-3 weeks without a battery maintainer. i just assumed it was normal because my CANBUS Harley was similar.
Which reminds me, I need to plug it in!
A controller will draw power. The CAN-bus does not.
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Well, my point is the Rt draws a bit of power all the time when off.
Pretty sure if the OP's meter says 0 amps it is not correct. Anyone know how much current an RT will draw in a dormant state?
Do you have access to a decent ammeter? Start opening up connectors and put the ammeter in series to track down where it is/isn't.
A digital ammeter will avoid the question of which is positive and negative; start on a high-enough scale that you don't blow the meter or its internal fuse.
Just to close the loop on this thread, I wanted to thank everyone for your help and wisdom.
I have given up the quest for answers and have put the RT back together. It is time to ride now and worry later.
The next time I have occasion to be at a BMW dealer I will ask that they hook it up to their expensive computers and see if they can figure out where the problem lies.
I will just keep her on a maintainer between rides and not worry about it.
Once again, Thank you.
Bob