Archive of BMW Motorrad Club Cape (2006 - 2019)

Hi, Yes, it is the battery. Mine once went flat from the GPS staying on for about an hour. But then , the battery was 2 years old and the guy from Donford that came to my rescue told me the battery is not very strong. He jump started me and I took a long way home and all was fine there after. Danie.

I also think its the battery.Mine once died on the way to Baviaanskloof in Calitzdorp without any warning whatsoever!We were having breakfast and the bike just wouldn't start.Jumped it but as soon as I took the jumpers off,the bike died (not enough power for the computor).One guy had to go through to Oudshoorn to get me a new one.

Yip - battery. I think its a known problem. Got mine on a charger permanently.

Not sure about the 1200's, but the 1150's came out with a 14Ah battery & I have the choice to replace it with a 19Ah, more expensive but will handle more drain. Check it out before you make your purchase.

Yup, sounds like it...why...they die...

Went through 2 batteries on mine..... in 4 months. 2006 R1200 GS... these gel batteries are not cheap either. R1800 for a new one. Luckily the 2nd one was still under warranty. Also, FYI, if yours is a 2006 model, there is a technical campaign on the transponder ring around the ignition for the immobiliser. You might want to get it checked out as they are prone to pack up if you leave the bike out in the sun.... Happened to me and I got nicely stranded.

Thanks for the input everybody -Battery is on charge at Hamman - will get it back later today and try and start the bike. RyanMick - transponder ring was already sorted - but thanks all the same. Love to Ride