[RL Lemke]

600 Miles - The initial dealer service.:

Annual Service Requirements:

6,000 Miles (10,000 km):

12,000 mile:

18,000 Miles (30,000 km):

 

[Brick]

Do the next services go back to repeating? I've just had a 30,000km service done and about to tick over 40.000km. Looks like I'll have to do this one myself.


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[RL Lemke]

Yes, there are services each 10,000 km, special additions at 30,000 km, and annual services regardless of mileage.

 

[C 4]

RL, or anyone, how much grief do you get from the dealer for doing your own maintenance?
I am nearing 6000 miles and by looking at the list, I can do most of the work myself other than the computer connection to the mother ship and resetting the service interval and any updates. Thanks Tim

 

[RL Lemke]

No grief at all for me, as I change my own oil, gear lube, tires and now brakes. Just document what you do, when and at what mileage.

 

[C 4]

That's what I figured. Thanks RL

 

[Brick]

I got told by BMW Australia, that as long as I could prove the right filters and oil were used, there would be no problems. I simply took the service sticker off the oil bottle that proved it was the right type/grade and stuck it into the service book. I date filters as common practice anyway.


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[RL Lemke]

I save the lid from each oil filter box, that's where I write the date, mileage, oil used and service performed.

 

[ColoRider]

Yes, there are services each 10,000 km, special additions at 30,000 km, and annual services regardless of mileage.

I tore my rotator cuff in may, GTL had 2700 miles on it. It has been sitting since mid May and will continue to do so until March, 2014 when I have been advised that I can again get on it.

Should I get the annual service done in any case at that point?

I do go out and give it a hug and a kiss weekly. But wonder if that is enough..

 

[RL Lemke]

I would change the engine oil and final drive gear lube. If you haven't added Techron to save your injectors and fuel pump, it would be prudent to do so. But then, if you have had the bike sitting with ethanol in it, there may be damage already. I don't care what the ethanol PR believers think, there is a reason that ethanol can only be transported in stainless rail and truck tanks. Ethanol corrodes metal and eats most gaskets and seals. Responsible vehicle owners know that if not driven daily, ethanol will cause damage. Just look at all the small engines ruined during seasonal non-use.

When any vehicle sits, it is important to keep the seals and bearings from settling/drying by rotating them. Since you can't ride, maybe someone else can ride long enough to get the engine up to full operating temperature, from time to time.

 

[JFChampagne]

RL forgot to answer your question if hug and kiss weekly was enough. I think you should sing it a song also


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[narsisco lopez]

I know this thread is a bit dormant, but I have a question regarding the 600m/1000km service.

I did my first oil/filter/bevel gear (FD) change at 485 miles last Friday since I was doing a ride from Golden to Santa Fe and knew I'd be at around 1200 miles by the time I got back.

My question is:

If I decide NOT to bring it in for the remaining inspection items will a service indicator still come on? I notice item #1 on the 600 mile service sheet RL posted is...

Set service-due date and countdown distance

... so, I guess I'm wondering if this is NOT done, does that mean the service indicator won't come on?

 

[RL Lemke]

If there was a single important service it would be the 600. The communication with the Mothership is important for your warranty. A last check over for the factory, so to speak.

 

[Arizona Jim]

I agree with RL you should take it in and have them do the 600 mile service even though you already changed fluids and such and you are now over the 600 miles. After that you could keep doing your own service although the service icon will turn on when you get to 6,000 miles. I just ignore that icon seeing as how if there is ever a major problem it will turn red or other warning indicators will appear.

I also had the dealer do my 18,000 mile valve check only and I did all the other service items due at that time.

I now have 34,000 miles on the bike and earlier this spring my multi-task wheel lost it's detents and it was replaced under warranty no questions asked.

 

[RL Lemke]

When you take your bike, with fresh oil and gear fluid, tell them to leave those fresh fluids alone. The key is getting the Mothership connection to prove you were there.

 

[narsisco lopez]

I respectfully disagree with the assessment that dealer service protects warranty/warranty claims. So does the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975...

Auto Warranties & Routine Maintenance | Consumer Information (Federal Trade Commission Article)

Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (Wikipedia)

... with that said, I always follow the manufacturer's guidelines and DO like to get the dealer to do various checks that might require computer/ECU checks and safety inspections. I just do not like them setting a service interval... especially when I can't change it myself; without specialized software/cables/knowledge.

Also, my original question was if the service interval/count down isn't set till the 600 mile service. I tend to this it isn't since my bike now has 1200 miles (since my weekend trip) and no service indicator is lit.

While Foothills BMW/Triumph has a very competent service department, I'm not sure I can talk them into NOT setting the service interval/count down. But, they ARE good about just doing a reset after a self-service... for $45 bucks.

Thanks for the feedback! :gm

 

[RL Lemke]

That legislation helps those of us who do a lot of our own service using alternative supplies and parts.

The 600 mile connection to the Mothership and dealer tech review is to allow BMW to make a final check of everything. While I changed my own oil and FD gear oil, I did let them do the 600 mile inspection. We appear to be performing the shake-down during the first 600 miles. That's fine, as the cost isn't that much once the oil change is removed.

 

[narsisco lopez]

That legislation helps those of us who do a lot of our own service using alternative supplies and parts.

The 600 mile connection to the Mothership and dealer tech review is to allow BMW to make a final check of everything. While I changed my own oil and FD gear oil, I did let them do the 600 mile inspection. We appear to be performing the shake-down during the first 600 miles. That's fine, as the cost isn't that much once the oil change is removed.

I agree and don't mind the reduced cost of the tech review. What I'm opposed to is the setting of the service interval/count down. I'll be bringing the bike in, but will insist, very forcefully, that they do NOT set the interval. I'm just wondering if they'll actually listen to me.

 

[RL Lemke]

We all have preferences. The service light doesn't bother me. I have it reset when at the dealer for other reasons. If the period is dealer adjustable, then every 18,000 would suit me fine.

I'll have to ask when next there if it can be every 18k.

 

[Knife]

My GTL has been sitting in the garage for five months. The weather finally broke and the snow is gone. I want to ride to the dealer about an hour away for service. I don't want to change the oil and gear fluid before doing so. Is this prudent?