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Thank you for sharing this information. It is a very high % of your members especially considering the issue is represented over several model years. Is there a common dealership being used that has replaced the final drive fluid? I am looking forward to hearing what BMW decides to do with...

Some good info above and checking the threads where a couple tires were warrantied for reference to your situation may be helpful, but.... Comparing this bike to others being 2 to 1 fronts to rears, etc., really means little*. My R18 Classic is full figured girl weighing a good hundred pounds...

Dealer took care of it about a month ago under warranty as you described.

I believe Adam Chandler posted this information and there is basic information in the on line owner's manual as well as some U-tube videos-BMWOA, etc.

Nice stablemate! 🍻

GLWS, what did bring home?

I'm not sure what stores are near your home (and If you haven't resolved this yet), but I see tire plug kits in my rural area available at almost every hardware store, tractor supply, auto parts store and even grocery stores in their "automotive" section. Do you have a portable air pump or can...

I do my first service at the shop to keep the warranty hassles at a minimum and as long as you document (i also snap a few photos) and keep receipts showing proper spec fluids and filters were used, etc., there isn't any issue. I use a dealer now and again as they can plug the bike in to the...

I think they're going to be getting their money back for the "free" 1st service. Every service is basically a 6K service on the R-18 except the intervals that add a brake fluid flush and/or transmission fluid. I could see a little extra time from the first service to a regular 6K for them to...

No personal experience with them, but I've talked with several Harley riders that tried them and were very complimentary on their price and performance and have read similar comments on a few forums over the years. It wouldn't be a huge investment to try them.

Welcome and congratulations to adding a new problem to your life.... "what bike do I buy next?" ;) 🍻 Riding the dirt bikes you enjoyed doing is one of the best activities for learning what motorcycles are all about IMO. The safety courses like you completed have done a great job over the...

I don't see any lies, I merely commented it was a nice set up and wished him well.

Thanks for the information. Too bad about Hansens, I had read some old posts and they seemed more like an old school-family shop that would have been a good option if needed. I saw they had a fire and expected to reopen last year according to their website and then no more updates seemed like...

GLWS, that is a very nice setup.

I'll be relocating from Western NC later this year to the PNW. I've ridden through the area a number of times on trips, but have had limited interactions with shops when needing service (Seattle for my Guzzi and Tacoma for my BMW). I've seen a few comments in the failed Tranny thread 🫣(Tacoma)...

A couple versions of this tool can be used I angle the nozzle to the right of the "plate" and both watch for any minor splashing and listen as the level approaches the full level. Very rare that I've seen even a couple of drops from any petrol escaping similar to AV8OR's reply describes. I...

Glad it was more patina than damage, thanks for a good reminder!

This is not a unit you want to buy as they are the "original" style or a knock off that I wouldn't trust to be a Beta Tester for and that is likely why they are being sold for only a few $$. The "new" version can sometimes be found on sale for a few $ off list and/or they come up for sale on...

My motorcycle travels renewed my "faith in people" and it was much as you describe (I'm also retired Police). I think regardless ones political leanings, color, religion, etc. I have enjoyed interactions with everyone I have come across and can't recall one time where the interaction was...

Paying higher dealer costs for service is partly due to the mandates BMW places on Dealers as to continued training of staff and maintaining a proper shop with the necessary tools to service BMW's product properly. For very little upfront $ and huge ROI they could use a "professional" model...