I really enjoy doing motorcycle maintenance myself, for my own BMW R1200GS and for family.
Like a BMW S1000R, BMW F800GT.
I have been tinkering with motorcycles for over 40 years and I enjoy sharing my experiences and skills with other motorcyclists,
hence the name: The Old Mechanic .
I'll explain it to you in Jip and Janneke language, no nonsense, so you don't see blue latex gloves with me,
because I'm not afraid to get my hands 'dirty'.
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Have fun watching and listening and hopefully you will learn something from it.
motorcycle maintenance for beginners
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Hello people,is there a video on valve adjustments?
Sorry for your loss my friend! keep you in my Prayers!
Thank you my friend 🙏🏻🌹😥
Hi there The Old Mechanic! Thanks for this Video! I admittedly do have the GS-911 WiFi version with the Enthusiast license. We also have 3 BMWs in our family F650CS, F700GS, R1200 GSA -K25, so Enthusiast with 10 VINs is sufficient for my use I also have to admit that I have not experimented much with it, and also have not found many tutorials that promote its functionality..... A follow-up would be great!, I am hoping you might elaborate / highlight what features MOTOSCAN (Full version) has that the GS-911 does not please. And since starting to use MOTOSCAN and now also have the firmware upgradable UniCarScan UCSI-2100, do you ever still use your GS-911? Additionally, while I was looking for info, I found info that upgrade from Ultimate to Professional is apparently possible (not sure at what cost though...) "What's the difference between Pro and Enthusiast? The Pro version of the GS-911 has unlimited functionality, while the Enthusiast version is limited to 10 VINs (Vehicle Identification Numbers) for diagnostic functions. An Enthusiast version can be upgraded to a Pro using HEX's software, guide here." www.maverickdiagnostics.com/shop/am-tools/hex-gs-911/#:~:text=What's%20the%20difference%20between%20Pro,using%20HEX's%20software%2C%20guide%20here. www.hexcode.co.za/products/gs-911/support/faq/how-do-i-upgrade-to-the-professional-version Thanks again for all the great videos! J
Hi there The Old Mechanic! That is interesting, I did not know that tyre temperature was a built in but disabled feature! is the GS911 also capable of doing that? J
I don't think so..
Is this model dual Bluetooth?
Greetings to The Old Mechanic! I have watched many of your tutorials, and they have helped me tremendously while rebuilding my R1200 GSA (crashed it in Aug 2021) So thank you for you light hearted, funny yet super informative videos! All I watched have deservedly received a thumbs up from me! It was great to see this video with all the add-on's you have done to your 2010 R1200 GS! Of particular interest, to me are the following, I expect you are happy with the quality and if you are, I am sure I will be! and I am hoping you might share the exact part to search for and where you bought them from please. - The stainless bolts for the brakes, shocks & front engine cover (mine are corroded from standing outside) It was difficult to see in the video, are they Torx or allen (hex) key? - The end bar weights with the throttle grip resistor - Grip to assist for putting the bike on the main stand - The wider mirrors (I in any case have a broken one that I would need to replace, but the wider vision sound like great and now a good time to upgrade - Also the Strobe controller for the Brake light but that is already clear what to search for GS100a and already found it Best regards J
Hi, nice video. I have only warm startup rattling on my Suzuki GSXS 1000 GT 2023. My mechanic said that this is normal.I think that he not know how resolved the problem. What could be the problem for hot startup rattling? Kindly Regards from Slovenia
Hi. Thanks for your video. When your original tire pressure system just finishes its batteries, how do you deactivate it so the motorcycle doesn't warn you all the time? Is it possible to deactivate your OEM TPMS in a R1200GS LC 2018? Thanks again. Best regards.
Koni is as Dutch like you😊
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Why is the magnetic plug to the gearbox not in the bottom of the gearbox ? Thanks for another great video. Robert in sweden
I was thinking about buying a xcountry, but looking at this I'm having doubts if I can handle the maintenance. When even a simple oil change takes that much work and know how, I don't want to know how much it takes if something really breaks. I'm a bad mechanic so I guess I will stick with my bicyles, at least they don't need an oil change btw. thank you for those videos
Can't imagine how you feel, so so sorry to hear this sad news.....
Thanks my friend 🙏🏻🌹😥
It's nice to see the engine did not have to be removed to fix this.
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I am awaiting this kit and found your video(s) on KZread. I want to thank you for the most detailed and informative way you produced them. You did everything I was thinking of doing and I found myself agreeing with almost every approach you took. I'm old as well, maybe that's why!😂 The beep does annoy me as well and I'm delighted to see that it is easily suppressed with a bit of electrical tape. I thought to do this or even open it up and cut the buzzer wire inside the unit but it looks like tape will work.😊 I am waiting on my unit being delivered but the detail in your excellent video has helped me plan the installation before it arrives. Keep up the good work! 👍
Your welcome 👍🏻👊🏻
Thanks for posting these VN1500 Vidz. My Gal Val a 99 Model says thank you.
Glad you like them! 👍🏻👊🏻
btw, did you get ANY comment/contact from Schuberth after your excellent videos?
Nope
Ja i moja CB500X jesteśmy wdzięczni za Twoje filmy
Your welcome 👍🏻👊🏻
thats the simplest way to check if cylinder is not firing, use your hand. no need to buy a thermometer or waste water....LOL
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I had the same issue when I used Motoscan to recalibrate the idle actuators on a 2015 r nine t!! Don’t recalibrate just balance the throttle Bodies… The fix is too disconnect the battery for 5 minutes and then reconnect it, start the bike but DO NOT touch the throttle after a couple of minutes the bike rests the actuators and the tick over is back to normal😅!
Great info, thanks 👍🏻👊🏻
Do you temenber how many oil in total you spent ? Thanks
Buongiorno vecchio meccanico, io mi chiamo Lucio, vivo in Italia, precisamente in Friuli Venezia Giulia. Da poco ho acquistato una moto BMW G650X Country (no ABS). La moto è dell'anno 2007, ed ha all'attivo 16000 chilometri. io sono il secondo proprietario, quando la ho portata a casa, ho sostituito gli pneumatici, il liquido dei freni, il filtro dell'aria, l'olio motore con del Motul sintetico 7100 15W50 (come descritto nel libretto), ed il filtro dell'olio, e le due candele, con due equivalenti all'iridio. La cosa che più mi infastidisce, è la durezza della leva della frizione, ed ho sempre paura che la corda possa rompersi. Esiste il modo di mettere una frizione idraulica? La ringrazio molto per la sua risposta, e le faccio i miei coplimenti per gli utilissimi video. migliori Saluti, Lucio Lorettu.
Good morning old mechanic, my name is Lucio, I live in Italy, precisely in Friuli Venezia Giulia. I recently purchased a BMW G650X Country motorcycle (no ABS). The motorbike is from the year 2007, and has 16,000 kilometers under its belt. I am the second owner, when I brought it home, I replaced the tires, the brake fluid, the air filter, the engine oil with synthetic Motul 7100 15W50 (as described in the manual), and the air filter. 'oil, and the two spark plugs, with two equivalent to iridium. The thing that bothers me the most is the hardness of the clutch lever, and I'm always afraid that the rope might break. Is there a way to put a hydraulic clutch? Thank you very much for your response, and I congratulate you for the very useful videos. Best regards, Lucio Lorettu.
Thanks for videos. How many km on this F800?
How much is torque Nm on the fluid valve?
Hello! I'll write down if anyone has experienced this or can help me with the problem! We just came home this evening on the M7 motorway, yellow triangle lit up with LAMP fault indication but apparently everything worked on the engine. Then all of a sudden everything went black and my engine stopped while driving. Luckily we were able to roll into a petrol station but the light and dashboard light flashed several times. After stopping everything worked fine and after about 3km it started the same but I was able to start it while rolling. For the next 25km or so, until we got home, everything was working fine, no more faults. BMW F800 GT
Do you have the motoscan app ?
@@TheOldMechanic Unfortunately there is no
@@monikafegyvari1616 you need this: amzn.to/3zByuna and this: amzn.to/3We9VWf and dwnload the motoscan app to your android phone: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.wgsoft.motoscan&hl=en_US&pli=1
then hook it up to your bike and see whats wrong 😀
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My heartfelt condolences, my thoughts are with you and your family. 🙏💐
Thanks 🙏🏻🌹😥
Goed dat je er weer bent en filmpjes maakt. Hoop dat je daarmee, na alle omstandigheden, je afleiding in kunt vinden. En dat wij als kijkers je daar in kunnen steunen. 😉👍. Ik heb ook CHIGEE AIO-05. En de Blind Spot Detection werkt prima. Maar, moet geen vervanging zijn van je eigen veiligheid en om je heen te kijken in het verkeer.
Hoi Marcel, ik moet gewoon verder er zit niets anders op, hoe moeilijk dat ook is. Ik vind the Chigee een fijn ding, en die blindspot detectie is makkelijk maar zeker geen vervanging voor de spiegels 👍🏻👊🏻
That's a lot of wires!
Hello sir... I have problem on my bike... My f800gs engine start then suddenly cut off... I take 10 seconds tok start again... 🙆 The problem same, plz jelp me
Welkom terug
Any other YAMAHA FJR videos coming up again?
Hi, have you ever removed the ring on the fuel tank to access the fuel pump? Not sure how to get it off
Hallo. habe eine Triumph tiger 800 xrx bj2016 beim beschleunigen ruckelt das bike gebe ich langsam gas dreht sie hoch.nach zündkerzen tausch ging sie 300km wieder jetzt ist das ruckeln wieder da . Vielleicht kannst du mir helfen.mfgwalter
Thank you man ! very helpfull and you explain so well
Can anyone advise,I wish to buy and old one but there is mention of them being unreliable and have stalling issues,any of this true?!
are we able to use motoscan to code and program a new abs module? i.e after i replaced a new abs module, i know it needs to be coded to the bike. can we do that with motoscan?
Sincere condolences to you and all your family, may Francien rest in peace.
Thanks 🙏🏻🌹😥
Love your videos they've been so useful. Just went out in my garage for a quick chat and late night drink with my old GS. Talking about old rides in days gone by. We've been together for 24 years and the old girl's getting a bit of a makeover. Well a lot of a makeover actually. In talking to her saw that the dust seal at top of forks was split. Many years since I last took the forks out and I found this video and remembered it wasn't that difficult to take the forks out. Or at least you made it look easy! So on behalf of Big Gee and me, Thank you!!. Another new bit that'll make the old girl feel better.
Thank you!! Very helpful, well explained and clear.
Glad it was helpful!
Does the app cost money? And does the app work well? Because Amazon says this product has been frequently returned? I am looking for a Bluetooth battery tester like this that I can use by myself and crank the engine of a car without having to have a second person. Plus the app will save data so I can show the customers or text or email them.
Thanks for posting! I have a 700gs. Why not just use that grinder to cut the chain all the way in two rather than using a special tool to remove the pins?
As much as it may be good technology, have now been riding for 54 years and always turn my head, left and right to check for cars and do this automatically. Seat of the pants riding, old school and good common-sense. 😊 Dutchman in Australia.
Sick of all the chigee vids on so may KZread channels.
😂 maybe its a good product...😉
Even in warm weather, I'd still be tempted to wear gloves! ;)
You're right. Safety first 😊
Your so right and normally I always wear my gloves, but I had to push buttons on my phone and on the chigee to show it all. But you are right 👍🏻👍🏻
@@TheOldMechanic I'll let you off this time!! 😀
Fijn dat je weer terug bent. Wederom weer een fijn filmpje en dit systeem draagt bij aan je veiligheid.
Dankjewel 👍🏻👊🏻😊
Fijn en goed dat je er weer bent. 😉
Dankjewel Henk 👍🏻👊🏻😊
My condolences from Germany. Mein Herz weint 💔Alles Gute für dich ! 🙏
Viele dank
I guess it is working as expected. Not sure its worth the expense for me. Don't stop checking over your shoulder before making a lane change. Technology is an aid, not a replacement for being aware while you ride. Jim
Absolutely right, its an extra savety check 😉👍🏻
If the engineers only once did the replacement job themselves, they would never design it like this. All sparks should be easy accessible. Without being obstructed by cable and hose clutter. Mine just got back from workplace for this job. I expected them to install iridium sparks, but they used the regular once that only last for 24000 km. Workshop argues iridiums are too expensive. But charging me 2 working hours. Spark plug cost is fraction of total labor cost. And iridiums last at least twice as long! Really hate them for installing inferior material.
Me da mucho gusto verte de nuevo ❤
Thank you my friend 🙏🏻😊