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This video goes with the longer version where Wes and George explain everything and show you how to do it the hard way along with the easy way.
You only need two tools: a #1 Phillips driver and a T30 (Torx) driver. Those and a little patience and you're all set!
Please see the other video for a more detailed description.

Real time turn signal swap (2015 R1200GS)

Wes (and George is back) will explain everything and show you how to swap out the front turn signals on your liquid-cooled BMW R 1200 GS—two ways! You can do it the hard way or the easy way, depending on what else you have to do while you're in there.
The hard way involves taking off all the body panels on one side of the bike, so that's what's involved.
You only need three tools: a #1 Phillips driver, a T25 (torx) driver and a T30 driver. Those and a little patience and you're all set!
Accompanying videos:
Replacing the turn signal in real time: https://youtu.be/b6t4vP7nBLc
Replacing the air filter: https://youtu.be/af8jyAuxm8c
Timeline
0:00 Intro
1:58 Tool Tip and BONUS Tool Tip!
2:28 Doing it the easy way
7:56 Doing it the hard way (removing the side panels)
13:35 Unclipping the electrical connector
15:30 Finding a new problem

Replacing R1200GS turn signals - the easy way AND the hard way!

Drawing takes place on 1 October 2026.
Chasing the Horizon: https://horizon.bmwmoa.org/
CTH Episode 188: https://horizon.bmwmoa.org/2026/08/joanna-nguyen-188/
CTH Enduristan Giveaway: https://horizon.bmwmoa.org/enduristan-monsoon-3-giveaway/
CTH Episode 177 with the founder of Enduristan: https://horizon.bmwmoa.org/2026/05/david-jenni-177/
MOA/Enduristan Affiliate Link: https://shop.bmwmoa.org/

Listen to Chasing the Horizon and win a set of Enduristan saddlebags!

After two successful Builder's Best Bike Shows at MOA rallies in 2025 and 2026, the MOA is bringing the Builder's Best to BMW Motorrad Days Americas and the Barber Vintage Festival! Regular host Wes Fleming is joined by Tom Gosselin to talk everything Barber and Builder's Best.
Join BMW and the BMW MOA at this iconic motorsports and motorsports history venue. Dates are 9-11 October 2026 and tickets are on sale now! You can join a parade lap around the track, camp on the infield and more.
Tickets: https://www.barbermuseum.org/barber-vintage-festival/
Info from BMW: https://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/en/experience/events/BMW-Motorrad-Days-Americas-2026.html (you can sign up for their mailing list to get regular updates)
Take a tour of the 2026 BBBS with Nick Malozzi of the Airhead 247 podcast: https://youtu.be/jnCkOK1EjWM?si=U6C5YXe7nZuDwNDM
Tom's story on the 2026 BBBS: https://bmwmoa.org/5-favorite-bmws-from-builders-best-custom-motorcycle-show/
For more information on the MOA: https://www.bmwmoa.org/

The MOA Today, Episode 15: The Builder's Best Bike Show at Barber!

SWB Ep 52 is live! 30days to be “mile muncher” ready for the first annual RTAF trip. #motorcycle

In this episode of the Short Wheelbase podcast, Nick shares the process of transforming a mildly neglected 1983 BMW R80 RT into a reliable mile muncher for long-distance trips, including upgrades, repairs, and modifications. He discusses the challenges faced and solutions implemented to prepare the bike for a 1500-mile "RTAF" trip through Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and points between. Keep your eyes peeled for the full trip report coming to a SWB episode soon!
Get your FREE BMW MOA's Membership. Use activation code "airheads247":
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SWB Ep. 52: 30 Days to Make a Mile Muncher

Find out more at https://www.bmwmoa.org/
BMW Motorrad Days Americas: https://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/en/experience/events/BMW-Motorrad-Days-Americas-2026.html (click their "Keep Me Informed" link to sign up for the newsletter)

Come to the Builder's Best Bike Show at BMW Motorrad Days Americas/Barber Vintage Festival

To listen to the MOA's first podcast, Chasing the Horizon, visit https://chasingthehorizon.us.

The MOA's first podcast - Chasing the Horizon - turns 9 years old!

Ted & Wes discuss why BMW Motorrad Days Americas is a big deal. BMW Motorrad Days Americas: https://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/en/experience/events/BMW-Motorrad-Days-Americas-2026.html (click their "Keep Me Informed" link to sign up for the newsletter)

BMW Motorrad Days Americas is a big deal! Really!

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