Fellow K12'er... The BMW K1200RS Stainless Fastener Kit is supplied to those who wish ONLY to enhance the appearance of the bike and no warranties are made as to merchantability or fitness of purpose. Please be advised that there is no representation of the accuracy of any of the information presented on these web pages relative to BMW motorcycle maintenance or modification and that the material is presented for information purposes only. In no case will Jerry (a.k.a. Pirate) Finley, Pirates' Lair or any other of the contributing participants be held liable for injury or damage (consequential or otherwise) resulting from or arising out of alterations you make to your motorcycle. The reader should recognize that motorcycling is a dangerous activity that can result in injury or death, and that the alterations portrayed on these web pages can and will change the behavior and performance of your motorcycle, possibly with fatal results. You are encouraged to seek qualified assistance before undertaking the any alterations to your motorcycle, and are here by notified that, should you decide to proceed, you do so at your own risk.

Replacing any bolts on a motorcycle involves certain risks. The factory bolts were chosen specifically for their application. Could have been for strength ..or durability .. or even cost. We'll never know and BMW certainly wouldn't tell us. The bolts in this kit were chosen for cosmetic reasons only. Replacing them may be hazardous to your health.

When replacing your factory steel bolts with these stainless fasteners, be advised of the following "possible" concerns. Keep in mind, I am mentioning worse case scenarios as to cover my ass and to leave the decision making where it belongs... in your hands.

1. Replacing the bolts that hold the front and rear brake calipers together is risky. (See #15 & 2 on application chart) Do it and the calipers might leak....a baaaad thing. Calipers are expensive. A leaking caliper is dangerous.

2. Bolt Strength: Stainless bolts are NOT as strong as the factory fasteners. Consequently, that means that the factory torque values no longer apply. For those who want the specific SS recommended torque values, they will be furnished in every kit.

3. The electrolytic interaction between stainless and aluminum can result in corrosion.

Bottom line... it's up to you to decide if the risks of enhancing your bike's beauty are worth it.