robertsonbmw
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Just purchased a new GS and up here in the UP of Michigan I do most of my service. Looking at the DVD showing valve adjustment a BMW tool was used to locate TDC. Should I buy one? Bob
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TDC tool
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robertsonbmw
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I have no idea how to find that thread. Tried search and no go. .
I have no idea how to find that thread. Tried search and no go. .
akbeemer
SURVIVOR
There is an excellent video showing all the maintenance procedures on a liquid cooled R1200 available from Jim Von Baden (http://jvbproductions.com). No special tool is needed to adjust the valves.
lee
Debbie's Servant
I've used his DVD to service our 2016 R1200RSs and feel it's well worth the $30 price.
Other than a metal straight edge, no special tools were needed when I did valve checks.
captainmarko
Member
OMG....
cam timing?!?!?!
Getting nervous here. And I need two more tools.
*sigh*
cam timing?!?!?!
Getting nervous here. And I need two more tools.
*sigh*
akbeemer
SURVIVOR
What is your experience with the likelihood of a bike having problems with cam timing?
poco183
Poco183
Lee,
Thanks for your help at the tech day. I learned a lot and you saved me from buying many tools I thought I needed but learned I didn't.
Best,
Victor
littlebriar
Member
Lee, what's the score now? Is this really a concern or is it really only a small percentage of bikes with cam timing issues. Have you seen any difference with new model years? Thanks for all the support you provide. Looking forward to bumping into you at a rally or something.
Steve
jimvonbaden
Kool Aid Dispenser!
Checking the valves on the Wethead could not be easier.
Even the Shiftcam is easy:
Cam timing does require special tools, and they are almost $400. But, in my experience cam timing being off is not going to damage the bike. It does make the bike run smoother and start easier. Your best bet is to find someone with the tools, or take it to a dealer to have it checked.
Jim
Even the Shiftcam is easy:
Cam timing does require special tools, and they are almost $400. But, in my experience cam timing being off is not going to damage the bike. It does make the bike run smoother and start easier. Your best bet is to find someone with the tools, or take it to a dealer to have it checked.
Jim
pglaves
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Sad indeed. Sadder that BMW knows it is a problem so they sell dealers (and owners) special tools to correct a manufacturing defect.
jimvonbaden
Kool Aid Dispenser!
Experience seems to indicate that timing off is from the factory, and once reset, it doesn't move.
Jim
Jim
