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2003 k1200gt - what goes on the back of this fender?
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lkraus
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I assumed it was for large square license plates used in some countries. But now I can't find an example of a plate with holes in that position.
Some folks fit BMW roundels in one of those holes.
The hole with a hex shape surrounding it is for a (optional) fender extender, I think I see it just under your plate frame.
Some folks fit BMW roundels in one of those holes.
The hole with a hex shape surrounding it is for a (optional) fender extender, I think I see it just under your plate frame.
lee
Debbie's Servant
brownie0486
Well-known member
2003 k1200gt - hidden fender part
What a surprise. I see it hidden in the fender. Just waiting for me to extend it. Loosen the screw and slide it down. When looking the the double holes, I could feel the fender had a double layer. Now I know why. It was the hidden extender. Cool. Thanks for the pictures. As for the double holes, I was thinking of putting a reflector there or more lights. I just didn't know anything that fits it. Great advice fellows.
What a surprise. I see it hidden in the fender. Just waiting for me to extend it. Loosen the screw and slide it down. When looking the the double holes, I could feel the fender had a double layer. Now I know why. It was the hidden extender. Cool. Thanks for the pictures. As for the double holes, I was thinking of putting a reflector there or more lights. I just didn't know anything that fits it. Great advice fellows.
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lee
Debbie's Servant
A lot of people never notice the hidden fender extender
Wish BMW did that on all the bikes.
Some people remove the rear fender for looks, but I usually add to the rear fender.
PO removed/cut the fender off my 99 KRS to just under the plate.
Wish mine was full length. Trying to find one for a decent price, is tough.
There are over a dozen on Ebay under $50 including shipping. There's one for $13 plus shipping.
lee
Debbie's Servant
Here's a ebay link for rear fenders.
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=bmw+k1200rs+rear+fender&_sacat=0
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=bmw+k1200rs+rear+fender&_sacat=0
lee
Debbie's Servant
BeemerBoneyard has one but it cost more than the ebay items.
https://www.beemerboneyard.com/46622309615ns.html
I do buy on EBAY of course when the deal is good and there is little doubt / risk about the condition.
BUT IN SUCH CASE of larger plastic part, with the nice folks at BeemerBoneyard, at least you are sure that if they say "very good condition", this is exactly what you will get. PLUS you get fantastic / quick / personal customer service.
lee
Debbie's Servant
I agree and they give MOA members a 10% discount.
PO removed/cut the fender off my 99 KRS to just under the plate.
Wish mine was full length. Trying to find one for a decent price, is tough.
Odd. I was just at the Larz Anderson Euro Bike show in Boston two weeks ago. A guy with a 2004 K1200RS was looking at my 2003, trying to note differences. I mentioned that I thought there were none. He pointed to the rear fender and told me that for 04 they shortened it.
I walked over to his bike and noted the hacksawed look of the end of his rear fender. His PO had cut off the fender just below the plate. He had never noticed it.
As for the adjustable fender length, I wish they would include that in the front fenders. That's where the length can do some real good.
