I installed it and was told that it didn’t require calibration. I’m thinking I should see if there’s an option on the GS-911. Is it supposed to be calibrated?
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I installed it and was told that it didn’t require calibration. I’m thinking I should see if there’s an option on the GS-911. Is it supposed to be calibrated?
mikegalbicka
Back in the saddle again
Yes it should be calibrated, with the GS911, while removed from the tank and dry and at ambient temperature.
See this post for lots of related info.
I am assuming this "new" part is just a better made version of the old part but works the same way. Who told you it didn't need calibration?
A credible source from another forum…
Thank you for this. I guess I’ll plug in the GS-911 and get it calibrated. I really appreciate your response!
mikegalbicka
Back in the saddle again
If your old one went bad then it threw a code. Once that happens when you replace it you have to clear all codes then calibrate. The only way to skip a calibration is if you have a functioning one that hasn't thrown a code and replace it without ever turning the key until you are done. In that case it might successfully use the previous calibration but who knows how accurate that would be.
It will be very interesting to see if this "new" part is any better than the previous generations. Keep us posted.
Will do, thank you. I really appreciate the help.
jimwjarmour
jimmy armour
fuel strip
ive had the fuel screen go blank, found a u tube , on how to flash the unit with a barbeque igniter had to try this several times until last try now lasted 3 weeks heres hopeing mark
ive had the fuel screen go blank, found a u tube , on how to flash the unit with a barbeque igniter had to try this several times until last try now lasted 3 weeks heres hopeing mark
2007 R1200RT Fuel Strip
I purchased the 2007 R1200RT used and had no idea there was a problem with the fuel strip. It stopped functioning and I then started looking into the problem. I found out that there was a recall, but my fuel strip went bad one month after the recall was over. I tried the BBQ lighter fix and it worked for about a month the first time. The second time for about two weeks. I then received a notice about a fuel pump recall and decided to have the fuel strip replaced at the same time. The cost for the new fuel strip was $318 dollars parts and labor, with a two year warranty. Then one year and two months later that fuel strip stopped working. I called the dealer and they scheduled a time for the new and improved fuel strip to be installed under warranty. It has been one year and three months and the fuel strip is still working.
I purchased the 2007 R1200RT used and had no idea there was a problem with the fuel strip. It stopped functioning and I then started looking into the problem. I found out that there was a recall, but my fuel strip went bad one month after the recall was over. I tried the BBQ lighter fix and it worked for about a month the first time. The second time for about two weeks. I then received a notice about a fuel pump recall and decided to have the fuel strip replaced at the same time. The cost for the new fuel strip was $318 dollars parts and labor, with a two year warranty. Then one year and two months later that fuel strip stopped working. I called the dealer and they scheduled a time for the new and improved fuel strip to be installed under warranty. It has been one year and three months and the fuel strip is still working.
mikegalbicka
Back in the saddle again
The jury is still out on the new one but we are all certainly hoping that it is what we all want it to be which is a reliable long term fix. Only time will tell.
Was this failure the "updated" fuel strip? If so, how long did it last after installation?
DP
I need to check the diary for the bike. I am third owner.
r0ckrat
Active member
Not sure if it's been mentioned yet, but an overseas member of the R1200R Forum recently installed an aftermarket sensor from https://www.fuelsensortech.com/en and has reported excellent results in initial use.
More details here: https://www.r1200rforum.com/threads/switching-to-the-fuel-tech-sensor.61107
More details here: https://www.r1200rforum.com/threads/switching-to-the-fuel-tech-sensor.61107
mikegalbicka
Back in the saddle again
I posted something and another told about their experience with it
2007 R1200RT - proebeemer.nl Float Conversion DIY Discussion
This thread is open for public discussion of the DIY posted in the Hexhead DIY Tech Library for a float conversion from a fuel strip using the Float Control 2 kit from proebeemer.nl...
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Ok finally got to this.
Fuel strip was replaced Dec 2019 with 38K miles.
It failed again four years later at 54K miles.
Its a 2008 1200RT
So far this bike has gotten:
All new final drive assembly at 20K miles in Mar 2013
Factory recall fuel pump and brake lines at 24K in May 2014
Fuel strip at 38K miles
New aftermarket rebuilt ABS unit at 54K miles in Apr 2024 (5 year warranty)
Chronically dragging rear brake which I have never been able to rectify after numerous rebuilds.
I see that this part is 273 USD online. Wow. Have not really shopped hard to see if could get it for cheaper.
mikegalbicka
Back in the saddle again
My dealer charged me $267 for the part and $190 for the labor which included removing my DIY fix.
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2007 R1200RT - proebeemer.nl Float Conversion DIY Discussion
This thread is open for public discussion of the DIY posted in the Hexhead DIY Tech Library for a float conversion from a fuel strip using the Float Control 2 kit from proebeemer.nl...
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