BMW 2005-2009 R1200RT ESA1 shocks. Suspension problems and solutions by Ted Porter.

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6 жыл бұрын

The 2005-2009 BMW R1200RT was the first generation of the ESA suspension adjusting system. In this video Ted Porter tells you what you need to know before replacing your 05-09 R1200RT ESA Shocks.

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@sicrsoutherninteriorchrist474 5 жыл бұрын

Very interesting ,, have a K1200s with ESA and this is helpful.. front simply bounces.. zero rebound control, now I have to see the vid on checking f/r via putting power across. so glad I found BeemerShop

@tjabaley 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the explanation. I been looking to see how preload is adjusted on these things.

@Visionery1 4 жыл бұрын

Good advice to adjust the preload on the center stand.

@AndreaCrosetti 4 жыл бұрын

great explanation.

@gunsngunpla Жыл бұрын

Just put in a Tractive rear shop to go along with Andreani Misano Fork Cartridges for my 2017 F700GS Bike feels completely different now. Far less squat and dive during accelerating and braking. Can't wait to take it off road.

@tedporter99 10 ай бұрын

So glad to hear it, thanks!

@justsomedude445 2 жыл бұрын

i should have ordered from you guys , ordered Tractive Extreme shock and fork drop in units for husky 901 from Konflict 5 weeks ago , original ETA was 3-4 weeks and as of last week it sounded like they didnt even have the parts yet but email responses only and generic group seeming at that with no specifics nobody answering phone , did business with them before about 5 years ago and had a good experience this time im not sure what the hell is going on , took the payment of course then almost zero correspondence since , they just disappeared apparently

@zanata3186 2 жыл бұрын

Muito bom! grato

@user-sl4fm4lv9b Жыл бұрын

Hallo Ted, thank you for these video,s. I like and learn from them a lot. I have a 2006 bmw k1200 gt with esa 1 suspension. The strange thing is that since a few weeks there are no esa signals anymore on my dash. No helmets, no luggage and no soft ,comfort or sport. Whatever I try it is not coming back. I have deactived esa with motoscan and then reactivated it. That does not work also. Do you have any suggestions. I would-be very gratefull. Best regards from the netherlands.

@mattcero1 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Ted. I'm thinking about converting an '05 R1200RT to an adventure bike but would want to upgrade the suspension to provide more than the stock 4.5" inch-ish of travel. Any suggestions? I might give your company a call later today. Thanks for the share Ted.

@BeemerShop 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt, the answer is complicated so we should talk by phone.

@kennethwise7108 4 жыл бұрын

What's my best option for a K1300GT?

@doriantoja 4 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to change from ESA shocks to non-ESA Wilbers shocks e.g. stage 4 (rear) and stage 1 (front)?

@BeemerShop 4 жыл бұрын

Yes for the RT models up through 2013 this is possible.

@bekirkoc5688 Жыл бұрын

If you happen to be in Istanbul, stop by MOTOSENKRON and have all the shock absorbers of BMW motorcycles repaired with a one-year warranty, very cheap 250 euros.

@BehzadEghtesad Жыл бұрын

I'm looking for 1" lowered height shock for 1200GS but I don't want to use the ESA system. can you refer any?

@mpriddy313 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ted! Do the '05 - '09 R1200RTP bikes have the same problem? Or, just the civilian bikes?

@BeemerShop 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marcus! All of them with ESA over this '05-'09 time period can have this problem.

@brandonsalas6552 Жыл бұрын

Can i fix it and save $ if its just the electrical /motor? 83,000 miles

@brandonsalas6552 Жыл бұрын

Very usefull I believe my esa 1!are done what is the part number for the shock at 9:00 thats for the rear and whats recommended for cheapest front shock ? Thx

@brandonsalas6552 Жыл бұрын

05 rt 1200 abs

@jasonelliott9762 4 жыл бұрын

is there an ESA delete shock you sell for a 2015/2016 R1200gs? DO you have any suggestions if you dont?

@BeemerShop 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your questions Jason. Yes we sell manually adjustable Tractive shocks for the GS-LC with cancellation boxes so there will be no fault codes. We also sell reservoir and non-reservoir Tractive Dynamic Damping ESA shock upgrades for this model which maintains and improves the DDA ESA functionality. Give us a call or see our website at beemershop.com.

@mesutyalcn3171 3 жыл бұрын

BeemerShop hi there, I am from Turkey, and no chance of buying due to sgipping and tax problems. Can you tell me the voltage and amper values for testing the esa parts?

@tedporter58 2 жыл бұрын

@@mesutyalcn3171 we use a special tool to actuate the rebound motors. You can check them on the bike, see this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a9WpktmGudG7dWg.html To check the preload motor on the bike just run through your preload settings and watch the piston like in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hJuIY9WLu9i9h4U.html

@cbrando190 2 жыл бұрын

Is your website still a thing?

@kshg7922 4 жыл бұрын

Helooo from paris, is it possible four you too ship in france please. Thank you

@seanbarry72 4 жыл бұрын

Same question

@BeemerShop 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry I just saw these questions. Yes we ship internationally, however I would contact Wilbers in Germany or Tractive in The Netherlands to see who handles their products closer to home. You want to have good after-sale support from a local supplier.

@leewilliams.380 3 жыл бұрын

Was going to buy a 2007 R1200RT with only 4,700 miles on it for $5,400. After watching this video.. NOT. Typical BMW CRAP! Bullet proof engine with over engineered shit surrounding it. Thanks for the heads up to pass on a BMW.

@BeemerShop 3 жыл бұрын

ESA2 is way better, find a 2010 or newer. Or buy the 2007 if you like the bike and put manual shocks on it, it's no big deal.

@johnnyphotoguy Жыл бұрын

@@BeemerShop what manual shocks would you suggest on a 2005 rt?