GS 911 USB First Look and Service Icon Reset

[@thedahlins]

Thank you Grumpy, I'm about to purchase a GS-911 and a result of watching your video I realized that purchasing the newest model GS-911 and using the dongle to connect to my 2016 s1000r is probably the best way to go rather than buying the earlier model. Your video provided a valuable bit of information! I also appreciate your calm and methodical way of showing us how to connect and use this tool. I'll check back with you once I've received the code reader and compare notes. There doesn't seem to be a lot of support for these Hex readers. Thanks again!

[@GrumpyGoat]

Paul - Glad to have helped, and that you for the kind words on the video. To be quite honest, making videos (especially while doing a job on the bike) is an added burden that some may not realize, but people like us do it in the hopes that it could help someone out there. Comments like yours makes it all worthwhile.

[@lornescott-wilson6144]

Good video. I have the GS-911 Wifi, but tend to use it plugged in anyways (in order to reset service information). I tend to click on each system (e.g. Engine...etc) and check for fault codes on each system and then clear them if they are minor. Love using the real time values as it gives all kinds of information (e.g. left cylinder temp, right cylinder temp, air pressure, battery voltage, etc). You can run the engine on real time values and see the temperatures changing (I normally turn the engine off when the cylinder heads reach 100C). Enjoy it

[@GrumpyGoat]

Thanks. I figured if I had the Wifi version I'd probably also leave it plugged in too so why bother paying the extra $100. And if I were to travel with the bike and bring the GS-911 USB along, I would also have my wifi tablet or laptop with me.

[@geoffreybell5376]

I hope by now you have worked out you don't need the engine running. just ignition switched on. Nice video.

[@GrumpyGoat]

Thanks. Worked that out years ago. 🙂

[@shakey2634]

I have a big riding season planned and considered buying a GS911 but I’m exclusively an Apple guy. Good to know it won’t work for me.

[@GrumpyGoat]

shakey, If it is important enough to you then I suggest getting an inexpensive Windows tablet with a USB port which you can use. As a rider of current BMW models using a GS-911 is almost a necessity especially if you do your own work. Your decision of course.

[@shakey2634]

Grumpy Goat My thinking was to not have a trip interrupted by a one time glitch that can be solved just by clearing codes. We’ve all read about that one guy..... I haven’t used a Windows product since Windows 95. Do you still have to click “Start” to shut it down? 😉 Great video by-the-way. It is something I’m thinking about buying going forward. Ride safe.

[@btcbiker]

It runs on my Mac, just need to download the Mac version from Hex.

[@GrumpyGoat]

I guess they must have made some updates since this video was made.

[@Pyrrho_]

@@GrumpyGoat There's a Mac version of the updater & device registration but if you're using a Mac you're connecting to the device over wireless and using a web interface. There's a native desktop version for Windows, and native clients for Android and iOS.

[@turbo3492]

Why did you buy a 16 Pin OBD 2 GS 911 and not the 10 Pin version to suit your bike.The 16 Pin version is for later bikes,fitted with 2nd generation OBD 2 systems.Could be that you thinking of buying a later version BMW I guess.

[@GrumpyGoat]

The GS-911 Gen 2 USB tool only comes with the 16-pin connector port. Accordiong to the HEX Innovate web page "In addition, when used in conjunction with the female OBD-II adaptor cable this product is also backwards compatible and supports ALL the previous models of BMW motorcycles that have round 10-pin diagnostic connectors." That includes my 2016 RS. In other words if you want the USB version you also have to get the adapter if you have an older RS with the round 10-pin plug.

[@turbo3492]

@@GrumpyGoat .Hi,If you look on Hex sight again,you will see that there is a 10 pin version (not the yellow coloured one),I know I am correct as I am holding one in my hand right now.

[@GrumpyGoat]

Please send me a link to the web page for this 10-pin USB Gen 2 unit ....

[@turbo3492]

@@GrumpyGoat .Sorry for the delay in getting back to you.I do apologize, you are correct,my fault for not looking properly at the Hex sight,age creeping up on me I think. Best Regards

[@GrumpyGoat]

Thanks for confirming. I know what you mean by age creeping up ... 😊

[@marcelobybike]

Hello, can you tell me if for motorcycle F800 GS adventure year 2018 the motorcycle connector for this GS-911 is the 10 pin or OBD II? Thank you.

[@GrumpyGoat]

Marcelo - Sorry I have no idea. I would guess that it would be the OBD II if it is the 2018 model F800GS. Best to check with BMW.

[@spadaspares]

I think you will find it runs on Mac

[@GrumpyGoat]

Good to know they made that change.