Not used for a few years

[Murray Arnold]

Hi All
Im looking at getting another R12s have found one that hasnt been used for a while 3-4 years Would be interested to know any thing to do other than Battery and Fluids
Thanks in advance

[Chris216]

I would start with

Fresh fuel
possibly an oil change
brake fluid & clutch flush
Inspect tires and all rubber components

Chris

[Swamper]

How many miles are on it?

[ckcarr]

Was it stored properly? Garaged, was Sta-bil in the tank? What's the location, is it humid? Open tank and smell the fuel... It can damage the pump.

But, in general you can tell by bike condition and assessing the owner.

Probably will need a battery and the recalls performed.

[wswartzwel]

Originally Posted by ckcarr

But, in general you can tell by bike condition and assessing the owner.
.

So you are in good shape? your bikes must be too?

[Murray Arnold]

Thanks for your replies No fuel additive will check recalls
Was planning on changing all fluids, all filters ,new tires and a new battery pos new pads anything else
Do these have fuel filters in line any recommendations
So looking forward to getting back on one was without a doubt the best bike I have owned has 22000 ks one owner with books

[Swamper]

I believe the filter is in the tank along with the pump like my other BMW's. I've seen a couple guys add inline filter but never could figure out the logic to do so.

[sgoodwin]

They move them because it's such a pain in the ass to access them.

[iminspaaace]

Definitely will have to replace the fuel filter and hoses inside the tank. A total PITA. Add fuel line quick disconnects while you have the whole thing apart. All this can be purchased from beemer boneyard.

Plan on replacing brake hoses very soon, too. And possibly slave cylinder. None of this is terribly difficult and will give you a lot more insight into the bike's condition. if the bike is in good shape and reasonably priced, go for it! Just expect to drop a few hundred more on little things like this.

Edit: oops realised you said R12s, not R11s. I think most still applies except the R12s might have stainless braided brake lines, saving you a few bux so that's nice.

["A"]

Why replace the fuel filter when no fuel has been going through the system?
Clean out the old fuel, maybe the injectors, or fuel lines if they look dry-rotted.
Fuel pump/filter should be fine if the bike has been sitting and no fuel has been flowing through the system for years.