UPDATE ON THE VIDEO: With the "Enthusiast" license, a VIN slot is only taken up when a ‘Service Function’ is carried out. The user can run as many AutoScans, read/clear as many DTC’s and check real-time values on as many VIN’s as they wish! It’s only Service Functions such as component activation, service reset, calibrations, configurations, coding etc which use a unique VIN slot.
I wouldn't own a BMW without the tool! Yes, I have the adapter. The 2006 bike port is round (female I think LOL) and the diagnostic tool is rectangular (male).
Well done. Im still looking forward to my first off road adventure on my 1200. The guy I bought the bike from had the gs-911 but wouldnt let it go. lol
Nice riding. I also have the same bike as yours. Also have a gs911 wi fi modle. But the utherday day i tried to enter the option to bleed my brakes and it did not want to vo in there. The otherstuff u are talking about in this video its ok. But not the feature to test servo moter. I also did the firmware update. Can u advice please.
Sorry for the very late reply! I bought mine in South Africa (where they come from) here: hexdiagnostics.co.za/product-category/gs-911/ They are now R7245 Totally worth it!
A generic OBD reader will only give you OBD-II mandated info and fault-codes (typically emissions related), so any other BMW-specific info will not be known
@@FrancoisBarnard0 There are BMW specific ODB apps out there that allow similar functionality, at least for 2013 (> wethead) bikes. Don't know about the aircooled ones. GS-911 is using the same interface.
@@johanvanloggerenberg8808 Is dit die Motoscan? Ek is seker hy doen die belangrike goed. Toe ek daarna gekyk het, het dit gelyk of dit net op Android werk (nie Appel nie)
@@johanvanloggerenberg8808 Nee, myne voel nog styf. Sover ek gelees het was daai net seker jare. Ek kan nie lekker onthou nie, maar was rondom 2013-2017 iewers. Ek mag helemal verkeerd wees. Maar dis 'n goeie idee om maar te laat kyk daarna.
I just like trying different bikes and I've always wanted to own one. I do prefer simpler bikes though. The bike I miss most is my Gen1 KLR (and my XT500).
( I LOVE your channel ) But I'm curious why people buy these types of bikes, especially you, because you love older things like your samurai, etc. To me, anything BMW makes is pretty subpar in every category. And then on top of that, it's very expensive, way too heavy, super complex like it's easier to work on an F-15 fighter jet by far. I have spent 38 years traveling the world, I have seen hundreds of guys on these things and every single one of them was a slave to their dead weight BMW. No one can fix them, they are way too silly and useless to deal with any weather or mud. I wish you would make a video and explain what it is you and your friend like about these. I can understand if you live in Germany and use it on the highway every day, and you just want to look like your too fancy to drive a honda haha, but I'll never understand the off-road or adventure aspect, not even the practical aspect. Because if I live in Germany, I'll take a Transalp any day over any EU-made bike. And my Transalp will still be running strong in 50 years, and worth more than I paid new, which is about 70% less than a mid-range BMW. Also have you seen all the monthly fees BMW charges ? the new bikes wont even let you change setting without paying ..... I will cut my own legs of and craw on adventures before I ever buy a computer bike with subscription fees.
Hi, thank you for the comment! Sorry I missed it! That's a great idea for a video. I've always wanted a GSA (since watching Long Way Round... lol I know!).. I bought a 2006 exactly because they don't have as many electronics as the new GSs. They are also very easy to work on. But heavy! I still prefer carbs out in the sticks. If I ever travel through Africa again, I'd probably take a small 200-250cc single again.
UPDATE ON THE VIDEO: With the "Enthusiast" license, a VIN slot is only taken up when a ‘Service Function’ is carried out. The user can run as many AutoScans, read/clear as many DTC’s and check real-time values on as many VIN’s as they wish! It’s only Service Functions such as component activation, service reset, calibrations, configurations, coding etc which use a unique VIN slot.
Really love footage of the good old BMW R1200 GS Adventure k25
Thanks man, me too. They are just awesome. I plan on shooting some footage of just the riding the bike, no talking...
@@GreaseAndGravel You do that 💪. These bikes are awesome 🏍️💨💨💨
Are you using 10 pin adapter? (If so, male or female) I am considering buying a used R1200GS 2009 model and thinking about this diagnostics tool.
I wouldn't own a BMW without the tool! Yes, I have the adapter. The 2006 bike port is round (female I think LOL) and the diagnostic tool is rectangular (male).
Well done. Im still looking forward to my first off road adventure on my 1200. The guy I bought the bike from had the gs-911 but wouldnt let it go. lol
Congrats on the bike! That's a shame. I'd probably do the same when I sell the bike one day LOL Happy riding!
awesome info, i think going down as more intense than going uphill
thank you for watching! yes, very true about the downhill :)
Helpful for the info Thanks
Thanks for watching!
Nice riding. I also have the same bike as yours. Also have a gs911 wi fi modle. But the utherday day i tried to enter the option to bleed my brakes and it did not want to vo in there. The otherstuff u are talking about in this video its ok. But not the feature to test servo moter. I also did the firmware update. Can u advice please.
Thanks Andre. Unfortunately I am no expert. Maybe contact the team at Hex?
Where did you buy your GS 911 from and what didnit cost?
Sorry for the very late reply! I bought mine in South Africa (where they come from) here: hexdiagnostics.co.za/product-category/gs-911/ They are now R7245 Totally worth it!
I just use an ODB reader and app
Yes, that would do the same thing. We don't get them as readily here in SA though. Or they send you the wrong reader.
A generic OBD reader will only give you OBD-II mandated info and fault-codes (typically emissions related), so any other BMW-specific info will not be known
@@FrancoisBarnard0 There are BMW specific ODB apps out there that allow similar functionality, at least for 2013 (> wethead) bikes. Don't know about the aircooled ones. GS-911 is using the same interface.
motoscan cost much less and is very good
When I looked you neededan Android tablet or phone. Is that still the case?
@@GreaseAndGravel Indeed, but it's working unlimited once you buy the cheap license. I had an old GS-911 and didn't work anymore on my LC
Daai ding kos 'n plaas se prys
Dit is nie goedkoop nie, maar ek dink hy sal vir homself betaal. Veral as jy meer as een BMW gaan gesit in jou leeftyd.
@@GreaseAndGravel ek het die ander 1 scan tool dink jy weet seker waste 1 en sover is ek happy glo nou nie hy kan soveel doen soos gs911 nie
@@johanvanloggerenberg8808 Is dit die Motoscan? Ek is seker hy doen die belangrike goed. Toe ek daarna gekyk het, het dit gelyk of dit net op Android werk (nie Appel nie)
@@GreaseAndGravel jip hy werk lekker. Se my jy nogi probleem gehaat met jou stations nie my nou begin los kim
@@johanvanloggerenberg8808 Nee, myne voel nog styf. Sover ek gelees het was daai net seker jare. Ek kan nie lekker onthou nie, maar was rondom 2013-2017 iewers. Ek mag helemal verkeerd wees. Maar dis 'n goeie idee om maar te laat kyk daarna.
Why would you even buy bike like that ... sorry not for me
I just like trying different bikes and I've always wanted to own one. I do prefer simpler bikes though. The bike I miss most is my Gen1 KLR (and my XT500).
( I LOVE your channel ) But I'm curious why people buy these types of bikes, especially you, because you love older things like your samurai, etc. To me, anything BMW makes is pretty subpar in every category. And then on top of that, it's very expensive, way too heavy, super complex like it's easier to work on an F-15 fighter jet by far. I have spent 38 years traveling the world, I have seen hundreds of guys on these things and every single one of them was a slave to their dead weight BMW. No one can fix them, they are way too silly and useless to deal with any weather or mud. I wish you would make a video and explain what it is you and your friend like about these. I can understand if you live in Germany and use it on the highway every day, and you just want to look like your too fancy to drive a honda haha, but I'll never understand the off-road or adventure aspect, not even the practical aspect. Because if I live in Germany, I'll take a Transalp any day over any EU-made bike. And my Transalp will still be running strong in 50 years, and worth more than I paid new, which is about 70% less than a mid-range BMW. Also have you seen all the monthly fees BMW charges ? the new bikes wont even let you change setting without paying ..... I will cut my own legs of and craw on adventures before I ever buy a computer bike with subscription fees.
Hi, thank you for the comment! Sorry I missed it! That's a great idea for a video. I've always wanted a GSA (since watching Long Way Round... lol I know!).. I bought a 2006 exactly because they don't have as many electronics as the new GSs. They are also very easy to work on. But heavy! I still prefer carbs out in the sticks. If I ever travel through Africa again, I'd probably take a small 200-250cc single again.