Hi, I need to install my upper crash bars, do I need to remove the beak to tighten the top screws?

Thank you…you helped me fix my boat..exactly what you said and running great😃😃

Just got a 1977. Lots of work with carbs. etc - but needed to know about the cam chain adj./ top dead center, etc. Who knows when mine has been adj. *** Plus need to get the valves synched as well. My channel: Wildman RG3

Thanks for taking the time to make this video ! Appreciated.

Just to say a BIG thanks for this. I went to fit my bars today and initially the two different sized brackets had me stumped, until I watched your video. Very much appreciated. You saved me from a 50% chance of a right screwup! :-)

You should have bought Altrider bars! No bulls#@t just good design and super strong bars.!!

Make sure to change the IAC muffler as well. That is the sponge inside the throttle body. You see it when you remove the flame arrestor.

Excellent video very well explained without rabbiting on about stuff that is nothing to do with the task in hand well done 👍 Great Tutorial which has given me the confidence to do my 600mile service rather than pay the Dealer £300 and they said it’s not necessary to replace the drive oil ??? When I said according to the book it should be replaced they said well that’s up to you 😫 in other words they don’t do it and your video clearly shows it’s important and needs to be done as the oil was Black 😉

It sounds like it has a worn gimbal bearing

Have a motor with the same problem but I replaced it and still not working can you help me

Why not use BMW oil made by shell? For some reason, I thought the BMW oil was specialized for BMW bikes only. Please advise brother.

Thanks for this helpful video, I’ve just got my upper crash bar from a local supplier since i bought the bike used with already installed engine crash bar from SW Motech. I was wondering how to fit the lower part of the upper crash bar, but you have shown exactly what to do and you made it very simple for me.

Helped me Straight and to the point Thanks

Thanks! I’m picking up a new R1250RS in a couple days!

Thanks for the video!!

I like your Vespa

I know this video was done a long time ago, but it is truly a lifesaver for someone facing this problem. Imagine how many mechanics pulled the motors just to replace this gasket! Thank you so much for taking the time out to make this video

Missing: - application of thread locker on the cantilever bolt - replacement of crush washer on FD oil fill plug bolt - cleaning and re-application of final drive boot sealant grease on mating surfaces - replacement of crush washer on engine oil drain plug bolt BMW also recommends replacement of the FD oil drain plug O-ring but as this bike is relatively new and if you didn't observe damage to the O-ring, you can clean and re-use. If you're anal enough to grease cardan shaft rear splines at 600 miles, why didn't you pull the shaft and grease the front splines as well? They can seize -- which isn't as much of an issue for riding as it is when it comes time to replace the shaft. There was a stop-sale/safety recall on R1250GS bikes last year that requires dealers conduct a shaft test and FD housing drain-hole/vent install that you can't do at home. If you haven't had this performed, it takes about an hour. If your bike fails they'll replace your shaft. They'd be required to do the test and drain-hole/vent install if it hasn't been done yet and your bike was both in warranty and under 30K miles. Also also, I'm assuming you're in the US and therefore are protected by the Magnusn-Moss Warranty Act. It's on the mfg to prove something you did wrong would void a warranty, so this video -- while informative to your viewers -- isn't required. Harley Davidson was in the news last Oct ('22) over this and lost their claims to void customer warranties over it, specifically in regards to regular maintenance such as this.

16:14 😓 make me sad, my childhood bird

Good vid - thanks! However, I don't think greasing the shaft gear splines is a part of the 600mi service routine.

Perfect man, i liked....

what exactly happens if you got any grease on the wires

When i was at dealer requesting my old oil filter so i could cut it open oil filter discussion started which they said the K&N had the most filter failure rate i always liked them they were saying the by pass valve was causing the filter seal ring to blow out ??? Just what they told me

I don't understand why the rear wheel and brake caliper had to come off

Awesome Video! Clutch operation ok? Usually motorcycle specific engine oil has different additives for the wet clutch. T6 have them?

All that money for a GS and still more money (and weight) for crash bars!

Thanks a lot for sharing this very valuable info

I did mine on my 2023 and that final drive oil was terrible looking I plan to do this every 1000 miles or more my gosh

What if you don't remove rear wheel and just change rear end oil?

Nice video! Shocked to learn SW Motech didn't provide properly detailed instructions for their crash bars--that's a big job and not particularly intuitive either. Makes me feel glad I got the Adventure model with Crash Bars installed! Now that I think of it, I remember having trouble installing SW Motech's ring assembly for on of their tank bags. First issue I had was ordering the correct ring for my bike--their website made that clear as MUD! After returning the wrong one and waiting for the right one, I read the instal instructions and found them a tad confusing as well. Thankfully there is no shortage of KZbin videos that cover that job. Bottom line: SW makes good stuff, but they need to improve on the instructions they provide (A LOT).

So after replacing the IAC valve, did you have to clear any codes, and if so how did you do that?

I know I'm late to the game on this video, but what a great little tutorial! Thorough yet concise, you covered it all. I just hit 600 miles on my '23 GSA, and like you, I will make a short video to memorialize the service. I don't need BMW balking should I have a warranty claim. The initial 600 mile oil change, final drive oil change/service is now pushing $500.00 at my dealership. I prefer doing my own work and taking the time to make certain it's done right. Just a shame that BMW will not provide for sale their service manuals to their customers. I have to wonder if this is in reaction to the US ruling that BMW & Harley can no longer void warranties if standard service is not conducted by authorized dealerships. Anyway, thanks for taking the time to produce and post this ...cheers!!!

Thanks. That help a lot. Greetings from Germany.

Great video, I've got this set coming for my bike and now I know it's a nice easy installation, Thank you.

So nothing happens when you pull the long bolt out? I'm just curious because SW-Motech recommends to use a jack to support the engine.

I believe number 1 cylinder is on the left while sitting on the bike. Correct?

all this anal torqueing of bolts, i just tighten till it strips and back half a turn 🤣

Thank you very much for this vid. I have a 74 same color. Love my bike more that any other bike I own. It’s got soul, spunk and classic style.

Great and detailed video! Tks!

I did mine too. The oil in the rear wheel gearbox was very dirty with a lot of black in it. Engine oil was still like new. I like this bike but the engine and driveline vibrations are beginning to get on my nerves, especially the pulsating vibration at about 3200 rpm when accelerating and handlebars vibration at over 4500 RPM. My single cylinder KLR650 is a lot smoother and less vibrating. A BMW master mechanic said that the vibration is normal. He said I need to try to keep Engine RPM above 4000 RPM when possible. Weird.

hi, thanks for the awesome and detailed video. Can the upper crash bars be installed if the lower ones on the bike are not sw-motech ?

I thought the 1250 GS requires the new BMW G3 hypoid oil. G3 costs $51 per half a quart bottle. Very expensive. I wonder what the difference is? I would rather use Amsoil Severe Gear 75W-90 oil in there but don't know if it will cause any issues.

Unscrew screw on rear wheel with shifted gear is completely amateurish. Place bike on ground and loosen screws. Much safer

Fantastic review and install step by step. SW Motech makes great parts but their installation instructions are terrible no matter the bike!!!

Thanks for your help

Thank you for the video. I have an oil leak problem on mine. Do you think your method have enough room to replace the 6 oil boots on the head right undeath the cover? Thanks!

Absolutely Perfect DIY video for Anyone..anyone like myself that has zero idea how to swap mine out for another one. I have a 198! Honda CB750 F... I'm going to assume it's the same thing of same thing ish

What brand/model is that torque wrench and where did you get it? Thanks

Nice video. Appreciated

This video made my day! Thank you so much for this man! I was super frustrated with the idea of having to take out the entire engine again..! Turns out I don’t have to! Thanks a million