On this page you will find all important information about maintenance intervals, customer service, and services for the BMW R1200GS LC (2013–2018) and the BMW R1200GS Adventure LC (2014–2018).
🛠️ 1. Regular 10,000km service (6,000 miles)
Every 10,000km or every 6,000 miles – e.g. This service includes, for example, at 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km, 90,000 km, etc. – this service includes:
- - Diagnosis with BMW Motorrad diagnostic device & vehicle test
- - Engine oil change including filter
- - Check cardan shaft oil or change if necessary (every 2 years / 20,000 km)
- - Check brake fluid and replace if necessary
- - Check coolant level, tire pressure/tread
- - Check brake pads, brake lines & discs
- - Check battery, lights, indicators, center & side stands, and chassis components
- - Final functional test & entry in service booklet
🔧 2. Major 20,000km Service (12,000 miles)
In addition to the 10,000km maintenance (at 20,000km, 40,000km, 60,000km, 80,000km, 100,000km, etc.), we perform, for example:
- - Checking and adjusting valve clearance
- - Changing spark plugs
- - Replacing the air filter (recommended annually for off-road use)
- - Changing the cardan shaft oil (if not already changed)
⏱️ 3. Time-based Recommendations
Regardless of mileage, we recommend an annual service – at least every 10,000km. The brake fluid is changed after the first year and then every two years. In addition, BMW carries out a cardan shaft inspection and possible replacement at approximately 60,000 km as part of a service campaign.
BMW initiated a large-scale campaign in which up to 440,000 GS models (from 2013) were taken in for cardan shaft inspection and retrofitting a bleeder valve to prevent premature wear.
🧰 4. Technical Data & Additional Values
- - Cardan shaft oil quantity: 180 ml 75W-90 GL-5 (all models 2013–2018)
- - Engine oil: SAE 5W-40, approximately 4 liters with Filter
- - Brake fluid: DOT4
- - Coolant: approx. 1.75 l water + solution
- - Tire pressure: front 2.5 bar / rear 2.9 bar as standard
✅ 5. Benefits of regular maintenance
- - Maximum reliability and safety on the road
- - Value retention through fully documented service history
- - Preventive maintenance avoids expensive repairs
📌 6. Conclusion
With our structured service plan, you ensure long-lasting performance, safety, and value retention of your BMW R1200GS LC or BMW R1200GS LC Adventure. Regular 10,000km and 20,000km service, annual checks, and BMW-subsidized cardan shaft maintenance offer you relaxed tours and maximum mobility.
