BMW K1600 2018-Present Clutch Flush and Why You Should Do it!

[@rosscorindia9527]

Kirk, I’ve been watching you for years, thanks for all your efforts. I just sold my K1600 and bought a R1200 GS, please also include the GS in your videos.

[@jamesmuller4232]

Thanks Kirk, you should’ve been a teacher

[@bogusm8940]

Kirk! What brand is the seat cushion on your bike? If you don’t mind me asking.

[@kirksmotorrad]

I really dont know but if you send me an email I will send you some pics! [e-mail]

[@jmcd8186]

Please share when you figure it out

[@icing777]

Thanks, Kirk! 100% agree.

[@tomludwigson349]

Great Kirk! 😊

[@aBluegrassPicker]

well done!

[@billyray3761]

Kirk rules!

[@digger8180]

✌, Thank you.

[@tennesseebound6597]

Kirk, thank you, I did not realize BMW recommends back flush, Im assuming that’s most models? I have the K1300S that’s way past due, I’ll be doing mine soon, had to purchase the bleeder just has the grub screw, but thinking I will put the grub screw back in because I have no cover to protect it, thinking I could accidentally kick the the bleeder and break it.

[@shamoy1000]

Now I have to upgrade to a K1600😊

[@tomamos5771]

2012 k1600gtl 29,000 mi. $8500. I’m Getting a little older

[@shamoy1000]

@@tomamos5771 That sounds like a good deal. I'm getting older too. Last time it rolled off it's side stand I could barely roll my K1200LT back into it's wheels. I've recently bought a 2006 R1200RT fixer upper. It weighs 350lbs less than my LT! I'm hoping to ride a few more years on that.

[@AB-hx9hs]

Thank you Kirk. How is the 12 GT different than yours, other than perhaps the size of the bleeder screw ? Thanks.

[@kirksmotorrad]

It is not much different other than the bleed screw not being there. Go change it!

[@AB-hx9hs]

@@kirksmotorrad If the bleed screw on the 2012 is NOT there then how do you bleed it? Or is it just much smaller screw? You said Grub screw. What is a Grub screw?? I will take a look at mine in the morning. Also, is there any difference between these various fluids? Some say Hydraulic brake fluid for bicycles. Some are pink, red, blue. And why does the clutch on this bike feels different than other BMW bikes like the old RT and LT and GS? It feels strange. Thank you.

[@AB-hx9hs]

@@kirksmotorrad Also is 50 ML or 100 ML enough for this bike ? Thank you.

[@kirksmotorrad]

@@AB-hx9hs 50 is fine

[@bjrnhjjakobsen2174]

What is your opinion on the K1600 vs K1300?😉

[@kirksmotorrad]

bigger, more comfortable, better wind protection, less issues. Same power

[@Munmi4]

Does the mineral oil have any of the corrosion issues to paint as brake fluid does?

[@kirksmotorrad]

No. It just wipes off.

[@LTVoyager]

Not much need to change mineral oil systems. Mineral oil doesn’t’ absorb moisture and oxidize like DOT 3, 5 and 5.1 fluids do. No reason it shouldn’t last the life of the bike.

[@kirksmotorrad]

@@LTVoyager In a perfect world maybe, but have a look down at the bottom of the reservoir of a bike with some time and miles on it and you will very quickly change your mind! There is a thick black goo that accumulates down there. I will stick with my recommendation on changing it every once in a while.

[@LTVoyager]

@@kirksmotorrad If there is residue or thick goo, that indicates that either cheap mineral oil was used (not pure and not clean) or that there is deterioration in the brake system components. Airplanes often go 20 years on brake fluid with no issues. Then again, they use very good mineral oil based fluid that meets MIL-H-5606G specifications. If I had a BMW or Harley with mineral oil clutch or brake fluid, I would use MIL-H-5606G as the fill.

[@stevensapyak7971]

9.12.24. An often neglected maintenance item on all makes of hydraulically actuated clutches. Same principles as hydraulic braking systems, another neglected maintenance item on most bikes, and cars for that matter☝🏼