2012 and 2013 models came with 2 remotes, then they changed to one only (except for the Exclusive models). You may still ask for a second one, but it depends on the dealer if they give you one for free or charge you the cost (in Europe, it's around 100.- if you buy one).

 

The 2015 GT manual says the same thing...I sent an email requesting my 2nd programmed key...have to see what he says...

 

I was getting ready to ask the dealer the same thing Tuesday!

 

My 14 GTL came with two.

 

Mine built date March 2014 came with two.

 

Anyone with 2015 get two?

 

My 2015 Exclusive came with two.

 

My second fob story...I have a 2015 GT, purchased in Nov 2014.

At time of purchase, I asked about a second fob...dealer looked for a second - as they thought it should have two too - once it was discovered it only came from the mothership with one, I ended up purchasing a second fob at time of bike purchase.

About a month later, the dealer called and informed me the mothership was reimbursing them for the second fob, and in turn, they were crediting my credit card...very nice!

I would keep the first fob in my riding jacket, and would use the second fob while washing the bike, or moving it around the garage etc...very convenient.

In addition, it was nice having the second fob....as the fob that came with the bike failed last month, and needed replacement under warranty...so it was nice using the second fob, while waiting for the new one to come from Germany...took about a week.

Although, I'm sure the 'emergency key' could have accomplished the same thing...

 

Thank you for the info. I'll use it when I go to the dealer.

 

Purchased my 2015 GT in August and one fob and plastic key for me also. Dealer told me keyless fobs only get one.

 

Anyone else with same experience?

 

I find it weird that some people get two and some only get one.

Those that got two, do you have the central locking, keyless type?

 

After reading manual, I asked for the second one and got it a few weeks later; no charge.

 

I asked my dealer and this was his response:

Hello Brad. I asked service to look into the VIN’s of bikes that are supposed to get a 2nd fob and your VIN is not on the list, unfortunately. This is based on production dates and your bike was built after the cut-off.

So some 2015 GT's get 2 and after a certain build date, only 1...All GTL E's get 2...

Brad

 

Me2
2015 K16GT with 1 Fob, 1 plasti-key.
Manual says, 2 FOBs, dealer says 1.
WTF

 

I asked my dealer and he said one only. I then asked the owners daughter and told her it clearly says two FOBS. Shortly after I got a call saying BMW used to include two, but changed it to one. They changed the manuals, but the ones that were already made or shipped with bike they left alone.

Supposedly they are checking with BMW about getting another. We'll see...

 

I just got word from my dealer yesterday that I can't get a second one for my 2015. But I never got the plastic key either which I'm still waiting for from them. .

 

I assume that will be the same response I get. Though, at least I have the plastic key. Not having that could be real problematic!

 

My 2015 GTL Exclusive also came with two fobs!!!

 

You might check out this thread:

http://www.k1600forum.com/forum/bmw.../forum/bmw-k1600-general-discussions/94105-how-many-radio-keys-did-you-get.html

If your manual says that you are to get two electronic fobs, then most if not all dealers will handle this as a warranty claim and BMW will provide you the second fob at no cost.

 

My 2016 GT (Picked up Nov 2015) came with only one key, to the surprise of my dealers owner. He at the time of delivery, mentioned it to me, and said he would make good on the 2nd key. I mentioned my 12' GTL I had just traded in towards the new 16' had two keys, and that I was really in no need of the 2nd key right now, but if things changed (lost, malfunction), I will take him up on the 2nd key....and he said that will be noted in my file in case he's not available at the time I should ever request my second key.

Then about two weeks later, I picked up my 16' R1200GSA and once again, only one keyless fob came with this bike (even though the manual says two keys included...just like my GT manual), so I once again told the owner to note my file, and if/when I ever need my second key, he'd have it noted to be available at n/c.

Not sure if I should take up the offer of both second keys now, or wait until I actually need them? Battery life, fob life, etc?? I've got the plastic under seat thingy, but now this post has me wondering.

 

I would get them now while you can...it's been my experience not to wait to get these types of things...JMO...

Always change the FOB batteries once a year, need it or not...

Brad

 

My dealer is filing a claim right now for a second one for me since it says I should have two.

 

I just got word from my dealer that they received my second key, as a result of them filing a claim with BMW since the manual states I should have two. I'll go pick it up and get it programmed when I get my first service done.

 

Gotta read my manual now.

 

The way the manual reads, each of us should receive 2-radio controlled FOB's and 1-gray valet key...so if going by that statement, I should have gotten 2 RC FOBs, however there apparently is a cut-off, date of manufacture where you only get 1-RC key FOB and 1-gray valet key :frown:

 

Stopped by my dealer today and they are making a claim for my second key fob (2015 GLT purchased April 2015). There is an 18 page list of VIN numbers that qualify for the second key. My dealer wasn't even aware of the issue before I asked about it. Should have the second fob key in a couple days.

 

My 2016 GT owners manual says one radio key and one emergency key supplied with bike. I'm getting a spare anyway. Just cuz.

 

You should definitely have two FOB, free or otherwise, as I discovered yesterday. See thread "Well DUH":frown:

 

I will and I'll ask the sales guy tomorrow when I swing by the shop. The manual does say one and one though.