driveshaft replacement

Does this sound accurate? I have a 2015 R1200 GS with approximately 43k miles on it. BMW (Eurosport Asheville) informed me that the driveshaft cannot be replaced until the 72k mile service because I’ve already passed the 36k replacement window. For background, at the time of the driveshaft...

I just went through the process of getting a brand new driveshaft, shipped to my house, for my 2015 GS in BC Canada. I thought I would pass on my experience to our members. I first read about this inspection/ replacement on this Website a few months ago but just last week I read in the...

The last time i looked a bmw driveshaft was almost $1500, how about $219.10?????? As preventative maintenance or peace of mind its pretty reasonable. Cheers!!

Last time the bike was in, my mechanic mentioned there was some notching of the drive shaft. I asked if it was a problem, he said lets revisit in 6K miles next service. That's been on my mind since, so today I ordered this Porter rebuildable drive shaft with 22 splines for my 2011 r1200rt...

morning all, I was riding my GS on Tuesday when I felt an unusual vibration, pulled over to look. the smoke coming from the front driveshaft boot told me the shaft was done. and I only have 182,544 miles. I am considering a new shaft, my friend says I can loosen the boot pry the shaft off and...

29,000 Kilometres on bike. Checking valve adjustment. I found all the exhaust between 30to35mm and on the intake 15to18mm. My Haynes manual calls for 40-66 on exhaust and 23-43 on the intake. The bike run powerfully and quiet. I found a Youtube video that says my bike is within spec and...

Okay, I've officially joined the 'Drive Shaft Failure Club' at 85,000 miles. It looks like a new drive shaft will cost $1,066.05 plus tax...... I have removed the drive shaft; however, I can't seem to remove the remnant from the output shaft on the transmission. Clearly it must be pried off...