How do I like this video more than once? Many thumbs up! Thanks.

Like you stated, alternating ABS warning lights are a good indicator of a battery that nearing the end of its service life. I usually just ride about a mile then pull over and restart the bike without any further issues.

Kevin you are the man!!! I just kept turning my bike on and off until the light went away! Now I know what the problem is

Great video . Methodical in the procedures, an absolutely pleasure to watch. Your videos break down the sequence into easy follow steps.

I hope this applies to the ABS light and the Information light acting the same way. What a great channel. Thank you.

Another GREAT video, thank you! Your videos have taught me so much! Words cannot express my appreciation for your time and efforts and imparting of knowledge. Every one of your vids is clear (easy to understand) and oh-so-helpful. David

Brilliant! Thank you so much! I was having a intermittent issue with the abs lights. The battery is old and my trickle charger is saying its now weak, so this all makes sense. Hopefully a new battery will sort it. Cheers again from the UK. 👍

I’ll try this procedure later this afternoon when the pavements dry. Many thanks look forward to learning a lot from your channel

You star..someone on KZfaq that makes a difference......thanks.

Great tip and very well explained

Thanks for the great videos

Gouden tip net gedaan probleem opgelost dankjewel voor je info gr Jan Hendrik....

Thx! Don't have any ABS issues, but you never know in near future!

Thanks! I just bought my bike and this was my problem but now hopefully I can finally stop being paranoid about my bike thank you

Great advice!

Brilliant!

That is a cool trick and logical . I can see how this works in my head . I understand it completely and clearly . I thought that BMW did not recomend jump starting their shaft drive bikes . They said it could damage the diff ring gear . This is what a BMW shop told me !!!!!!! Good shop or bad shop I dont know .

I found a good solution someone else suggested. I have an extra relay to turn on the ABS system which is activated from voltage from the alternator.. so the ABS only comes alive once the alternator is producing power (which will be after any voltage drop caused by the starter motor)... has worked fine for 7 years now... as for running diagnostics, there is a wire under the seat you can connect a small LED light to, that will give a code, 1 thru 7 flashes if I remember to tell you what the fault is.. it will be on the Internet..

Good stuff. I have a 2020 R1250GS. Definitely be keeping tabs on this site

Good tip😊

In my experience on my 1997 K1100LT, replacing the battery has always solved the problem. But the jump start trick is handy if you really want ABS functional until you get the battery. I just rode w/o it cuz hey, I'm old school. 😁

Brilliant hack mate 👏

There is also a static method to reset the ABS fault. It requires you to insert a jumper and holding the ABS switch down. There is a sequence but i cant remember the sequence. It was on the K1 site a few years ago.

It is also possible to modify the wiring, I did see a video about this. I have this problem only in winter when the battery (which is brand new) has less power. I normally ride till the engine is warm, stop, turn it off and start it again. Usually that works well also.

Just works

You are clever. I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to following along.

Thanks!

Great test, think that's where my RS is at.. will give it a go..

Hello I like your videos, keep it up.

Great vid, thanks. On my side, with an ABS II, even if the lower bulb has been tested OK, it never turns on. Upper light is flashing normally, brakes were flushed, lines were changed, tail lamp is good, PC680 is new, wheel sensors are OK and brake switches are doing their usual click. Don't know where to look anymore. Any idea?

Great vid, ultimately the battery will need replacing

Have you happened to see fast Flashing alternating lights with Key on or running? Great brake power but no abs. Servo assisted abs iii 2004 r1150gs thanks great videos

Hi from Brazil, my bike is bmw RT 1997 red

Thanks for this , I'm looking for an oilhead but am worried about faulty/expensive ABS , this trick will help..

Thanks

Had exactly this issue with my R1100RS. I just did an abs reset Takes a couple of minutes and never had the problem since

Good advise , can put a clip up on how to turn the abs off when decending a knarly track please.

Hey partner I know this is an old video. I am having this exact problem with the abs failing to stop blinking when the bike is cold. I know I have a good lithium battery and when the bike is in hot weather or after it is warmed up I can turn the bike off and back on and it works properly. Is there a bad sensor or something if this is happening when the bike is cold? Thanks love the videos. 2001 bmw 1150 gs.

Does this also work on the 2007 BMW K1200GT ?

Great stuff :) Does this also apply to the IABS2? The non-servo from late 2006?

Hi, I would have guessed a low Battery could cause that. Thank You for making this Video.👍👍

Kevin, I’m having the brake light stay on even w the 2 switches disconnected. It’s a 2002 r1150rtp. Any ideas?

What is that sounds at 5:24?! Mine does this, seems just as the clutch is engaging

I have an issue with my 2007 R1200 GS, when I apply the front brakes the rear brake instantly locks(ABS). I have tried deactivating the ABS but as soon as I touch ether brakes front or rear, the rear locks. Would you know how to fix this?

Can this situation still happen with a new battery? I've been told that sometimes the starter is at fault drawing more power when the bike goes through it's starting sequence and the ABS doesn't initiate. I've reset my ABS numerous times but doesn't work as you hear it start to, then the flashing lights come back on. You can still first hear the telltale chirp (as I call it) then nothing. Is it possible my modulator is toast? My bike is a 2000 RT. Thanks!

Hi, you are like a light in a fog. Tnx for this video. I’ve purchased a r 1100rs and I’ve this issue. Just another question. Can you explain me how can I replece the front light ? I can’t understeand. Tnx. Greetings from Italy.

What bike was this done on?

Would this work on a K1200?

Now I understand what is going on.

I have a 2004 RT. Same alternate flashing warning and brake failure. If I turn off the ignition, then restart.... without the bump start, the flashing goes away. The flashing starts while I am driving, not after starting. Not sure what my problem is, but pretty irritating. changed pads, fluid and even replaced a rear rotor that was out of spec, but still does this about every 10th time I ride.

Mate i have the same issue on a Bmw R1200s 2007 model. Do you believe that its the same problem? And it's not come up always, sometimes the abs light is standard on

On my 1150adv the abs lights are always on. Cannot use the diagnostics as it doesn’t recognise the key is on. Brakes are not good.

What is the next step if that does not solve the issue? I kill the engine at 30 mph, then key back on, and the lights never flash simultaneously. The sensors are clean of debris. How do I test the rest of the ABS system on my 1998 R1200 c?

What if they’re both flashing when you turn the key on?

My brake failure light turns on and off. Last time it stood on. Then turns off. 2011 r1200rt

Hi BMW Guy, Love you channel I have a 2007 GSA , the alarm stopped working any tips to get it working Thanks

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Wish you would identify the bike used here or especially the version of ABS you were using for the demo, Assuming it was ABS2, just the fact that the lights switched from flashing together to alternating DURING the start of the motor already indicates that it was low voltage. There are no other ABS faults that get triggered at that time.

I tried but didn’t work out for me. I got an 2000 r1200 C

Hi, would this work with my 1992 K75S? Thanks!!

I just pushed the bike past 5kmh with ignition on. Tha ABS initialized so I knew my battery was faulty. New battery and problems went away

Would this apply to a R1100RT as well?

Should this work on my 2017 R1200GSA ?

I tickled charged my battery when the bike is in storage, unfortunately I'm still getting the same ABS flashing error. Does it mean the fault is not battery related?

Is this applicable for the K1200LT?

So what would the problem be the charging system or the battery

so as the battery getting old you get this hmmmm thx

Hi, I have a BMW R850R 1997. I have an issue with my ABS where the lights are flashing alternately. What is your recommendation?

Sottotitoli in italiano? Grazie

So, how much BMW Technician 🇨🇦 cash did you just save me … thanx muchly!

My ABS Problems were solved by a new starter.

I had no idea you could bump-start a shaft drive!!

A new battery solved my bike’s problem.

Weak battery. :D

Orribile ABS FTE!😂

Hi, would this work with my 1999 K1200rS? Thanks!!

Would this also work on a 2002 BMW R1200C?

Does this apply to the 2004 K1200 GT ??