Page 1 of 1
Fuel gauge
Posted: Sun Nov 03, 2024 1:42 pm
by Over60&skint
As I’ve already admitted, I`m after advice. My fuel gauge always shows full. I zero the trip after every fill, but I’m also prone to forgetting to do this. I’ve seen countless videos on YouTube where guys zap the fuel sender with a stripped down electric fire lighter, has anyone ever tried this? They all assure their (gullible) viewers it’s guaranteed to work, but I really don’t want to risk it, just in case. Any suggestions? Jim.
Re: Fuel gauge
Posted: Sun Nov 03, 2024 3:31 pm
by Glenn
There is an aftermarket replacement available, but you will need to cut and solder wires
https://www.motorworks.co.uk/fuel-level ... 548-1.html
Re: Fuel gauge
Posted: Sun Nov 03, 2024 3:44 pm
by Over60&skint
That looks way beyond my limited capabilities! I don’t suppose a bmw garage would do a cheap easy repair/replacement? Thanks for the quick reply Glenn, I may end up paying a mechanic to fix the gauge for me.
Re: Fuel gauge
Posted: Sun Nov 03, 2024 4:50 pm
by Glenn
I seem to think that BMW will replace it free but could well be wrong. Contact BMW and see if it has been replaced previously, it may be under warranty?
Re: Fuel gauge
Posted: Mon Nov 04, 2024 2:54 pm
by Over60&skint
It’s a 2009 model, but I will ask the main dealer in Witham, they may be accommodating. I always imagined that bmw motorcycle dealerships were willing to help out in this sort of situation, but then again, I was mug enough to vote for brexit
. Thanks again Glenn
Re: Fuel gauge
Posted: Mon Nov 04, 2024 3:20 pm
by Doctor T
They won't be replaced for free. Mine stopped working showing the quarter full all the time and I tried the zapping trick and it worked for 3 months. Tried again and it didn't work. Luckily the former owner paid for a new one fitted by BMW. It came with a 2 year warranty. It had 4 months left when I bought the bike and it came with every receipt since when the bike was registered. Because of the proof BMW fitted a new upgraded strip for free but it only comes with a 6 month warranty. Touch wood it still works correctly. If it goes again it's wallet out time.
Re: Fuel gauge
Posted: Mon Nov 04, 2024 5:05 pm
by Over60&skint
I will phone the dealer tomorrow for a quote, you never know, the repair may be fairly reasonable. I’d still rather have a working fuel gauge than fannying around with the trip meter all the time. Thanks Doctor T, kind regards, Jim
Re: Fuel gauge
Posted: Mon Nov 04, 2024 6:03 pm
by Doctor T
The part is over £250 if IRC. Not cheap
Re: Fuel gauge
Posted: Mon Nov 04, 2024 6:28 pm
by Over60&skint
I’m so glad I managed to knock £200 from the asking price now, & there was me, amazed by my wheeling & dealing skills
. I’ve also got to fix my car, mot advisories, & repair the broken cruise control. At least there’s not a major holiday coming up soon, not with 5 grandchildren to buy presents for & an over generous wife. Looks like I’m either selling a kidney, or hanging around the docks at night. Thanks for the info, kind regards as always, Jim
Re: Fuel gauge
Posted: Tue Nov 05, 2024 2:42 pm
by Doctor T
All depends if you have shaven your legs.