07-19-2026, 12:30 AM
2023 BMW R1250R, I have two problems with the cruise control on this bike. Riding with the cruise control in the on position.
First issue, The cruise control engages and takes control of the throttle at any random speed, displayed in GREEN, generally faster than the current speed. I can cancel it with the usual, brake, clutch roll off etc.
Second issue, Riding with the cruise in the on position a random speed will be indicated on the dash in RED even though I have not previously used cruise control on that ride,
BMW Dealer has installed all the latest updates, checked all wiring, changed out the left hand switch block, test ridden the bike for about 200 km. Unable to detect any problems.
I can ride the bike for up to a month or so, 300-400km before I have one of these issues. Then on other occasions it can happen twice in one ride.
BMW Australia have wiped there hands of it unless I can provide video evidence of the fault occurring. Purchase of a suitable camera at my expense.
Prior to this bike I rode a 1200 GS, exact same control layout for eight years with no problems. Traded it in on the 1250R and I encountered this problem immediately. BMW Australia indicate they think I am accidently engaging the cruise myself.
Has anyone on the forum had this problem or heard of it anywhere?
First issue, The cruise control engages and takes control of the throttle at any random speed, displayed in GREEN, generally faster than the current speed. I can cancel it with the usual, brake, clutch roll off etc.
Second issue, Riding with the cruise in the on position a random speed will be indicated on the dash in RED even though I have not previously used cruise control on that ride,
BMW Dealer has installed all the latest updates, checked all wiring, changed out the left hand switch block, test ridden the bike for about 200 km. Unable to detect any problems.
I can ride the bike for up to a month or so, 300-400km before I have one of these issues. Then on other occasions it can happen twice in one ride.
BMW Australia have wiped there hands of it unless I can provide video evidence of the fault occurring. Purchase of a suitable camera at my expense.
Prior to this bike I rode a 1200 GS, exact same control layout for eight years with no problems. Traded it in on the 1250R and I encountered this problem immediately. BMW Australia indicate they think I am accidently engaging the cruise myself.
Has anyone on the forum had this problem or heard of it anywhere?


