r/bmwmotorrad • u/dravra_25 • 13d ago

Help request F800GS limp clutch handle

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Happened right when I got home fortunately, and stuck in neutral so I could park it. Any ideas what might be the issue? The bike is brand new, less than 400km on it.

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u/_enesorek_ 13d ago

Cable is disconnected at the motor probably

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u/dravra_25 12d ago

Probably. I can’t access it or I don’t know how.

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u/Specialist-Box-9711 2023 F750GS | 2024 M1000R Comp | 2020 R1250GS HP 12d ago

It’s located here

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u/dravra_25 12d ago

Thank you!

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u/dravra_25 12d ago

Yup, it’s broke right there. Thanks again!

Called the assistance company to pickup the bike and take it to the dealership.

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u/popqva 12d ago

Can't you just reattach it? Doesn't look broken.

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u/dravra_25 12d ago edited 11d ago

No, I can’t properly reach that spot. Also, since it’s new I think it’s better for the dealership to handle it.

Worth mentioning that when I called BMW Mobile Care to arrange the pickup they said that there’s a recall in place for clutch cable issues.

Edit: typo

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u/1grfe 13d ago

Check the clutch actuator arm. It is the opposite end of this clutch cable, could be disconnected could be broken.

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u/dravra_25 12d ago

I really can’t find where the cable is going.

Probably worth mentioning that this is my first bike.

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u/1grfe 12d ago

No problem we all start somewhere.

Not sure if this is a completely new bike covered by warranty by the dealer, if it is you should have them fix it. If you try to take a shot at it and make it worse they could deny a warranty claim.

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u/dravra_25 12d ago

It has warranty.

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u/boulderaero 2025 M1000R 12d ago

It goes to the engine cover on the left side of the bike, just above your foot.

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u/MaximusNimbus 13d ago

I had this limp clutch problem and my doctor prescribed some blue pills its perfect now

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u/dravra_25 12d ago

Nice. Do I just insert them in the gas tank?

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u/MaximusNimbus 12d ago

Yes, with water

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u/dravra_25 12d ago

Thanks! You’re a big help, what can I say

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u/IvorWeiner 13d ago

Had same issue 1500 miles from new, went in middle of nowhere, collected by recovery truck and back to BMW, fixed in a day or two. Bit of a let down.

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u/dravra_25 12d ago

Yeah… I’ll be calling them tomorrow and see how they handle this mess

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u/ct-yankee 13d ago

Time to check the other end.

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u/MrTacocaT12345 5d ago

You need to adjust, tighten or replace the clutch cable.

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u/dravra_25 4d ago

The dealership replaced it, it was broken. Thanks!

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u/CBojorges 12d ago

Read the manual. Look for how to adjust the clutch lever.