Specialist in BMW Motorcycle Electrical accessories and repairs.
An increasingly common fault on BMW models from 2010 to Present.
It can happen to any of the buttons but the most common are Indicators and Starter circuits.
Read more below to see how I can help
This lead is used to relocate the Intake Air Temperature Sensor from the centre of the air box to the front cone.
This will prevent the ambient temperature (from a hot engine) causing a false reading, which in turn will result in an incorrect air/fuel ratio and a power loss of as much as 10hp.
Accessory plug block for BMW can bus models with colour coded wires for ease of installation.
Commonly used to connect your satnavs, led lights or phone chargers and have them 'Live with Ignition'
A much cheaper option than BMW's solution (buy a new switchgear!)
One of the most common faults on modern BMW Motorcycles are switch failures. Up until now the only solution has been to replace the entire unit which can be very expensive and unnecessary considering that it is usually only one or two buttons that fail.
Having stripped and repaired over 50 switch gear units, it is quite clear to me it is a failure of the design. BMW no longer use traditional wires in the Switchgears but instead have opted for a printed circuit style configuration which is quite impressive to look at but unfortunately it hasn't stood the test of time.
The delicate circuits are printed directly to the plastic of the switch body and the buttons themselves are then soldered in place. The circuit is then covered in a resin to protect from corrosion.
The most common fault in this design is a break in the circuit caused by the expansion/contraction of the plastic in the freezing cold and summer heat.
To resolve this issue I use circuit testing tools to find the damaged circuit and in most cases I will run a complete physical wire from the soldered joint at the plug connector right to the button avoiding future issues with the circuit. This is a delicate procedure which can be very time consuming due to the fragile nature of the components.
Once you have decided your switchgear is faulty you will need to remove it from your bike. This may be quite a daunting task but it can be carried out by most anyone with little mechanical knowledge or tools. All you need is a T8 Torx screwdriver for the switchgear and a larger Torx or Allen key for your bar end weight.
Bike specific instructions for removal can be supplied once you have started your order.
Once removed you will then need to post the switchgear to me and I will investigate the fault.
The cost for this service is £35 (including return postage) If for any reason I cannot repair the switch or deem it beyond economical repair then I will refund £30 and send the switch back to you (£5 to cover return postage)
Simply fill in the PayPal form below letting me know the year and model of your BMW, Which Switchgear you are sending in and which buttons have stopped working. (A maximum of 3 buttons/circuit repairs are included. If you have more faults please contact me before placing your order)
I will then email you using the email address associated with your PayPal account and let you know my address and expected turn around time(usually under a week)
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Intake air temperature relocation
This lead is used to relocate the Intake Air Temperature Sensor from the centre of the air box to the front cone.
This kit is designed for S1000RR models from 2009-2017. It will not fit the ‘new’ models.The kit will fit S1000R and XR models up to 2019 but the instructions are for S1000RR.
This will prevent the ambient temperature (from a hot engine) causing a false reading, which in turn will result in an incorrect air/fuel ratio and a power loss of as much as 10hp.
High quality OEM style plugs
Kit Contents
This is a new and improved kit including:
1. Temperature sensor extension lead (long enough to install the sensor behind the dash) matching loom tape so it looks OEM
2. Blanking kit for the air box (plastic insert, washer and circlip)
3. 13mm Hole drill bit
4. Cable Ties
5. Photographic Instructions
You will need the following tools:
T20, T25 + T40 Torx Tools
Cutting pliers
Circlip Pliers
Possibly a drill bit holder/extension
Orders placed before 6pm will be dispatched on the next working day
Connect to your CanBus wiring loom
Accessory plug block for BMW can bus models with colour coded wires for ease of installation.
Just solder the wires to your gps or other accessories and plug directly into the bikes loom, no need to splice into the can bus system
Red - Live
Black - Earth
Blue - Unused
High quality OEM style plug
Colour coded wires
Works with the following models:
R1200RT/GS/GSA/R/RS/S/ST
K1200S/GT/R
K1300S/GT/R
F800GS/ST/GT/S
K1600GT
S1000XR
S1000RR 2015+ it's the lower of the two plugs on the left side of the bike.
And many more!
If you are unsure of where to plug this in just let me know the model of your bike and I'll be glad to assist.