The R1200GS Valdez
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- Опубликовано: 20 окт 2024
- While I was riding on Squaw Peak road I heard a little "plink" sound as I passed over a rock in the road. I didn't feel anything, just heard the sound. But that "plink" sound was enough to crack my engine casing and cause all my oil to leak out. I felt incredibly let down by my motorcycle. After abusing a KLR in Panama for a few years and bottoming out on rocks so hard I thought my spine would crumble the KLR seemed to just shrug everything off. The R1200GS as a extremely vulnerable motor. There is no frame underneath it so the skid plate is mounted directly to the bottom of the engine. Any thing that skid plate hits is transferred directly to the motor. Then if the bike falls over to the left or right the first thing to hit the ground will be the motor. But BMW has somehow convinced the world that this is the best design for an adventure bike.
Here is the route I took through the mountains. It's a pretty cool road if you have a 4x4 or dual sport motorcycle other than a BMW then you should go check it out sometime.
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Props to setting up the camera for the external angles, man... even AFTER you had to walk the bike! That, mi amigo, is why I love your videos.
The set up shots are my forte, and they aren't new they are what I have always done. They are something I do that most motorcycle youtubers don't because it's difficult and takes a lot more time. It's my opinion that people watch motorcycle videos because they want to see motorcycles, not because they want to see what I'm seeing on a motorcycle.
The only reason I make the rambling ride a long vids is because they are quick and easy to film and edit. And people seem to like them.
Utah does have a bit of everything.
What an angel.
Oh man! I wanted to cry when you said you were pushing a 500 lb bike! Glad I you had access to help!
Was really enjoying this video until your bad luck. Glad to see you made it out safe. Look forward to more videos like this! :)
Yep had I not stopped to set up another shot I might have not noticed.
Hell yes I've been to Circus Mexicus. I've also seen them play in SLC, and Vegas couple times. Been listening to them since I was 16. Honestly I would use their music in every one of my videos, but you know how RUclips and copyrighted music go...
I've been doing some shopping recently.
Spot sells more than one device. The locator I have doesn't connect to a smart phone. Also if you remember I had left my phone at home when I left on this ride.
This video still hurts..... "Damn flies"!!!! Ha Ha... forget about that now that it's winter....
Yes! Finally another genuine halfthrottle video production! It seems like it's been too long. And here you are. You're back into it. Congratulations and thank you.
No! Those effing big GSs are nothing but trouble on any surface less than the I-15. As you know, every dude that has owned one has crashed it, bashed it, and cashed-out while off the beaten path. And now you know all too well. I hope the repair goes well, as well as the sale of it on craigslist. I see another KLR in your future.
Working on an idea for a kickstarter now.
Aside from the obvious issue with the bike, this is why I subbed. Dedication to getting the setups for the camera and taking us along, good or bad. Hope you get that sorted without much expense.
Man that sucks - hopefully you are on the road again soon - love the videos
Wow, I couldn't disagree more. While I was watching this video I was telling my wife how amazing it is that you take the time to make all the set up shots. I KNOW how much time they take - stop bike, set up camera, back track, ride by, ride back, take down camera. Very energy and time consuming - they are what make your vids so special - well that and your great commentary. Keep up the great work.
I hate break downs! Fantastic Video! Thanks For Sharing!
Cheers. So many videos, not enough time....
Stopping to set up the camera may have been what saved the bike. Had I just been riding I might have noticed too late. Might have been too late anyway...
That really sucks, and more so with the GS being my dream bike. I wish you a fast recovery, and hope you'll ride safe and travel far again soon. ;)
Also, love your videos, especially the true story sundays.
dang man, sometimes life is like a swift kick to the beanbag. Despite what a lot of people are posting, you should keep it, fix it, and keep making great new memories. Some things in life are worth every penny and every effort.
good to hear a real world report on the gs. I guess I'll check that off my list of one of these days bikes. great video, i appreciate the time you put into it. great views
Glad you guys liked it. I was really trying to out do the nonsense advertising campaigns that BMW puts out. Can you PM me a link to that thread?
I've already made a video review of the tracker.
Now I know "where the fun begins"
Like you mention, first things to hit is the heads or the skid plate connected to the engine.
I've never understood the allure of those big heavy beemers for use as dual sport machines. Anyway, you got out safe and sound, and that's what counts. Hope to see an update on the repairs, and thanks for bringing us along!
A great video in your Panama style! You could've pressed the OK button and it still includes your lat/lon.
I think I'll just not worry about the skid plate and never take it off road again.
It's a small crack, I think. But if it can't be welded I'll look into this suggestion. Thanks.
Scambler's are awesome, but I would go with the Rocket III.
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Tough break on the motor, hope you can get it fixed soon. I have been debating with myself as to whether I should get a KLR or XR next year, or even possibly a DRZ400. Currently riding an SV650 but my friend is on an XR650 and everytime we go for a ride we pass something that looks like it would be a lot of fun if I wasn't riding a stupid streetbike.
It wasn't the cylinder head. It was the bottom of the motor.
I have hit things on that trail that seemed really small, but banged the crap out of my bike. I have no idea why, but I have even chucked rocks into my skid with my front tire. That is the first place I got a scratch in my skid.
Well real bummer, hope the expense is not too great for you! Safe travels
I put my R1200GS Adventure and my dirt bike in the back of my short box Chevy all the time, although I have only had to put it in there once without power (FPDM failure left me stranded).
sorry to see your out of action.Hope you get back on the road soon.
The KLR never looked better.
BMW has convinced the world the 1200 is what an adventure bike looks like. Sold my HP2 Enduro and got a G650X weighing 350 pounds. Never looked back. Love it.
Your bike should be a relatively easy fix. I know a good mechanic in Sandy UT. Fix it and sell the beast.
I'm trying not to complain too much about the GS. We have been through some rough stuff together.
Sorry to see your misfortunes here Halfthrottle. I've recently discovered your page and am enjoying your videos. I hope you're back in the saddle in short order and the fix is not too heavy on the pocketbook.
Hang in there man! I was just complaining to my wife how I was the only person I know breaking bikes and getting hurt. Good to know I'm not alone. Keep us updated on the bike, and that $6000 skid plate.
Crushing and Devastating! Sorry to hear. See about getting your KLR back from that guy in Panama. I'm sure he'll cut you a deal.... Good luck, and glad to see you making more videos.
If I had to do it over again I would buy a sport touring bike, and a little dual sport.
Sorry to add another post, but it occurred to me that a short video on the nature of the crack and the reason the skid plate failed would be helpful to everyone in our moto community. That's a pretty high rated plate, but is it possible that the mounting hardware caused the damage? Accidental broadcast's experience with the plate on his Yamaha was interesting. A mounting bolt was shoved up on a rock and punched a hole in the pan. Once again, good luck and best wishes.
Posted some pics on my halfthrottle facebook page.
I've been following your videos for a long time and really appreciate your effort. I saw someone else suggest this might be the wrong time to ask if you miss the KLR, but do you? We all hope to see you back in the saddle soon. Thanks again for your time.
your content is great! Can't get there myself, but fun to watch it go down
Stop by and say hello one of these days.
Yeah, that sucks... main reason I am buying the Black Dog bash plate before taking the GS anywhere off road again.
I was just thinking how its going ? have u fixed your bike yet ? or do u have any other plans ? i have been watching your panama vidoes all over again for the last month or so :D...
This video must have taken ages to film and to edit. I commend you on your effort.
And cool place to live!
Hello HT.
Also went from a KLR to a BMW. Also had an oil issue. Here is my rebuild:
Not for the faint hearted, and my recommendation would be to find a very good mechanic that knows these bike specifically. Nobody else.
And I would steer clear of BMW for help. My issues noted in my thread.
I am winning, but probably looking at abot $1800 for engineering and and parts. This excludes my labour.
Good luck
No offense was only educating. Go watch the old stuff. Search for a playlist called, "The Cerro Banco Adventure." It's one of my favorites.
Man, glad you got your bike fixed! Hope you found a worthy off-road solution to keep that from happening again. That design seems less than ideal for an adventure bike. Besides the obvious crappy ending to the day, great video man!
It has a salvage title, won't be trading it for anything. I'm stuck with it.
Bad luck man! Hope you get back on the road soon.. Just remember, all things can be viewed in a positive or negative light.. You should look at this positively as it gives you another reason to get rid of that nasty GS. Get yourself a DRZ or if your silly like me, a Triumph Scrambler. Both ridiculously easy to work on, and fun on the trails! :)
Quoting a comment from above. "The 800 also weighs almost as much as the 1200 and the weight is higher up."
So not great for off road, but you can bet your ass it rides great on the street.
You should probably find another dream bike amigo.
Hey there.
Well, you should have been keeping the KLR. Wouldn't have happened with that good old dinosaur.
Next time you make that trip on a beemer, might choose the 5min option.
But anyway, good to see you're still vlogging those "what-can-possibly-happen-trips" we all are so fond to watch.
Take care.
T
Zippy
Man I love that road but... ... really BMW?!
dam that sucks I feel your pain right now. I hope you atleast make a video explaining what happened as far as damage later on this week.
I think they were just trying to make a big bike as light weight as possible.
Sometimes, some people might be willing to assume that probably, but not necessarily an individual may prefer a KLR650 over a 1200GS Abrams. But it's not something I would want to state when the dual sport community is watching so I wouldn't assume that obviously.
Ouch! That's always been a fear of mine, that's why I got a skid/bash plate that mounts to the frame and engine mounts on the Tenere. Regarding the engine on your bike, try some liquid cement, or take it to a shop and see if they can weld it.
Oh that's awful man. But you are absolutely hilarious. You are in WAYY better spirits than I would be in that situation. My DRZ fell over in my driveway and busted the left side engine cover and I was more upset than you let on here. That's one high dollar skidplate! lol.
Hey man, where ya been? I miss your videos, especially True Story Sundays
You monster.
Buy another KLR. If anybody knows from experience that it'll get you where ever you want to go, and back again, it's you! Keep up the great vids, but imo I would much rather see you on another KLR. Keep it on two brother!!
I'm in the same court, if I could have two, would have a sport bike and a small off-road bike. But I can only have one, so I chose the KLR. I've owned 4 BMW's and they are fine machines, while on the road, but frankly suck off road. I'm surprised that this gravel road caused so much damage, but anything can happen. Take the phone.
Sorry. I see RUclips does not accept URLs anymore in posts.
My rebuild is on Wilddogs riding forum under GS1200 technical engine rebuild
Such bad luck you had there.
I was loving the video until I saw the problem you've gotten yourself into.
But at least you were able to get help and no harm has come to you.
Hope you fix the bike soon.
Just like Harley had convinced the world what a cruiser looks like. I make fun of Harley riders once in a while, but anything that could be said about them could just as easily be said about the BMW crowd.
Just bought a 2004 FJR yesterday...I am getting to old to fall like I did when I had a KLR 250
It's a good or bad idea depending on the types of places you want to ride I guess. Better figure that out before you buy.
more to break open and leak !
I don't think BMW really expected people to go off roading on their bikes, maybe a gravel road every now and then...! I was off roading on my KLE 500 and there were rocks bouncing off the bash guard for ages, no damage of course.
Wow...sorry to see that happen.. :-(
At the very least, I'm glad you're safe. Also: if you had a Kickstarter page, I would HAPPILY donate...just a suggestion.
Thanks for posting this video. I'm looking at purchasing a skid plate for the my 1200gs and was looking at touratech also. Do you have the touratech skid plate AND the touratech motor guard reinforcement on that bike. Will you be replacing the skid with one from another brand? Hope it can be fix the bike at min cost.
so is another KLR in your future?
OHHHHH I just got it! "Exxon Valdez" Sheesh, I'm a little slow on the pick up...
Oh, the irony of being picked up in a truck that says "Where fun begins"
Maybe the new watercooled one will prove to be better... who knows?
So asking at this time if you miss the KLR will possibly get me a jaded answer.
I didn't make it very far pushing...
I'm saddened to see the day's events brother. Do keep making some vids though. I'd be interested to see some more info on that GPS tracker. Perhaps a video about that might be in your future? Keep up the great work mate, and chin up, you'll be back on two wheels again soon.
why dont you go back to the lovely KLR the new ones look nice as well
The issue about the 800 GS and touratech bash guard. Here is a example in April on a week in Baja one of the riders hit a rock that pushed the Touratech bash guard into his Oil pain, cracking it. Very expensive fix. The 800 also weighs almost as much as the 1200 and the weight is higher up.
The reason I bought the G650GS Sertao was looking for the most dirt worthy world traveler. It sucks on the Interstate though. Is there a perfect Adventure bike? Don't know yet.
my KLR has been sitting in the shop since around May with an oil leak that the mechanics can't seem to fix.
Sucks!! Sorry to see that buy easy fix, clean ALL the oil off with a good oil remover. Then get some metal bi-apoxy fused to fix fuel tanks from any parts store. Fallow instructions and fixed for $10. Mine held for years and years. Keep that stuff with me everywhere now.
Hey man. Any news/updates on your bike situation? We would love to hear from you again.
I just got back from doing the Utah Backcountry Discovery route, 4 days of isolation. I know the fear of breaking down in the middle of no where. I road a BMW 650 Sertao, but if I had to do it again I would buy a KTM 990. The BMW had starting problems when new, Overheating problems, the Front fender beak broke off. I completly agree BMW is not making good dirt bikes anymore.
If I'm remembering correctly BMW has been trying to retire the boxer style engine for years. However due to it's popularity they choose to use it in order to sell more motorcycles. I think the engineers know it's faults as an engine designed prior to WWII but it's hard to buck tradition.
Sorry about the bike man, hope it gets patched up soon.
Do you really think there is a company out there that sells a $6000 skid plate?
You might have enough fans that you could crowdsource the repairs/a new bike in exchange for a large sticker/book/tshirt run...
Either a mailbox holder or a coffee table! lol
Awwww.. Feck!! The invincible 1200 is down for the count. I pray that doesn't happen to my Sertao. But I've had issues before also. Hope it didn't seize. But it was still draining so.... Trade that bitch in on the 800 adventure GS. You can get Much better bottom protection for that.
I love the irony of the truck being decked out as "partyland". Srsly, I hope you can find a buyer for the big bike that you are clearly out of love with and get something you like and can rely on. Do it safe. Do it close by. Do it soon.
i destroyed my engine cases three times in just one year. Truth is, they actually failed while engineering the system mounts (with silent-blocks). Anything aimed to protect the cases HAVE TO BE mounted averywhere but there! If U like, i will show you pics with the engine cases split exactly where the skid plate mounts are. U can't Mount any skid plate DIRECTLY to the engine! Like every damn offroad bike the skid plate has to be mounted to a solid point, like the frame or so
jbweld? or diss assemble the engine and put a bit of a can on the inside of the crack and jbweld or glue it into place
Yo HT. You my friend have the best YT channel.. Hands down!!! Also.. Please take that BMW to the Kawi Dealer and trade it in on a new KLR!! Have a nice day!! Pilot15 out.... :)