BMW R1200GS Handling & Suspension
BMW R1200GS handling and suspension – wheels, suspension, steering etc: servicing, maintenance and modifications.
See also:
ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment)
An overview of what BMW ESA is, how it works, problems and aftermarket suppliers
>ESA Rider Guide – A guide on how to use and get the most from BMW ESA
DDC Dynamic Damping Control – An overview of BMW Dynamic Damping Control (DDC)
Öhlins Electronic Adjustable Shock Absorber System – An overview of Öhlins’ replacement suspension kit for any R1200GS already fitted with BMW ESA
Always refer to the relevant manufacturers instructions and/or BMW workshop manual – usual warnings apply! Disclaimer
May2010 – For a friend, you know who you are! 🙂
There’s a variety of ‘bar risers’ available for the R1200GS from various sources such as Touratech, Nippy Norman etc but they’re limited by a fixed rise and/or setback. However these ‘pivoting’ bar risers from ROX are more practical in that you can alter their position forwards or backwards via the rotational mounting points allowing you to find the right riding position that suits you best.
BMW R1200GS Handling & Suspension – see the links to the left and below
Ohlins Shock Absorbers Fitting
Rear Wheel Carrier / Brake Disk Flange
Renthal Bars – fitting OEM Bar end weights
R1200GS Steering Damper Install