Cloud of smoke when starting

[mikecampbell]

Got 4000km on the clock and every once in a while I get a cloud of smoke when starting my 2011 R1200R Classic! Anyone else experiencing the same issue?

[Bounty320i]

Does it happen after the bike's been on the side stand for a couple of days? If thats the case, its not an issue - very comon in older boxers. Usually due to oil in the left cylinder head

[mogu83]

But in those 'old' boxers you could also hear the pistons bouncing around in the jugs and the valves rattling in the guides..
I would definitely make a point of bringing it up to the dealer and keeping a record of it. I've left mine with almost 50K on it sitting on the sidestand for extended times and never a puff of smoke. I've also never seen one of the new 1200s blow oil on startup. I know it's basic but are you sure your oil level is correct.

Could be a break in thing, but cover yourself by telling the dealer.

[deilenberger]

Mebbe it's part of the "Classic" package?

[fleuger99]

Mebbe it's part of the "Classic" package?

Nice!!

[mikecampbell]

Yes, it is on the side stand when parked. I assumed it is as a result of the oil draining into the barrel - just concerned as the dealer does not get any enquiries or concerned customers mentioning this.

[Bounty320i]

On my 1998 r1200c i find that if i let her 'settle' a bit before putting her on the side stand that helps the next time i fire her up. it shouldnt happen that often on a new bike though.