my BMW R1200 stalled

[temsbarbie]

There was a time my 2017 R1200 stalled on a long trip, I think about 3 days, I had gone about 15 miles already and it took a while for me to get it to start but it still wasn't running at full potential. I sought help and found out the control valve was faulty, so if anyone out there encounters a similar problem, it could be a good place to start

 

[bimmerboy1]

as a new comer to the r1200 this is a good info to have. should i change it before it causes problems or leave it as it is?

 

[signofthetimes]

There was a time my 2017 R1200 stalled on a long trip, I think about 3 days, I had gone about 15 miles already and it took a while for me to get it to start but it still wasn't running at full potential. I sought help and found out the control valve was faulty, so if anyone out there encounters a similar problem, it could be a good place to start

This is true. Control valve issues are a little sneaky. @bimmerboy1 I think depending on the damage, and if there is a leakage or not, you might need to replace the control valve. Don't leave it as it is. Seek help too.

 

[mojojojo]

Oh getting stuck is no fun! I have a question though, when it stalled and then wasn't running at full power, did you notice any other weird symptoms?

 

[Bigjessie]

Thanks for sharing, that's a good heads up, control valve issues can definitely cause hard starts and loss of power, especially after heat soak or long rides, very easy to overlook by the way

 

[smolfry]

Good tip! Control valve issues can definitely cause stalling and poor performance. If anyone's R1200 stalls or struggles to run right after a bit of riding, checking the control valve early could save a lot of hassle. Did you have to replace the valve, or was it fixable?

 

[TunaSandwch]

There was a time my 2017 R1200 stalled on a long trip, I think about 3 days, I had gone about 15 miles already and it took a while for me to get it to start but it still wasn't running at full potential. I sought help and found out the control valve was faulty, so if anyone out there encounters a similar problem, it could be a good place to start

Was there any whining from the fuel tank before it stalled? That can point to a struggling fuel pump. Any weird smells?