R1200GS - Fine grating sensation - Bearings? Brakes? FD? ***SOLVED***

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DonW

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BMW R1200GS
During the last week of daily riding I have noticed a new sensation on the bike when cornering that can be best described as either a very high frequency vibration or a very mild bearing grating.

I have tried to isolate it by rolling off the throttle and free wheeling with the clutch engaged. In a straight line all is normal. When cornering in gradual turns the fine grating sensation appears. I cannot make out if it is coming from the front or rear wheel.

Any ideas on what it might be?

Some facts:
  • 07 GS 45 000 km's

What I have checked thus far:
  • Brake discs not warped
  • No obvious play in front wheel bearings
  • No obvious play on rear wheel and FD <1mm spec at rim
  • Removed ABS sensor from FD - no fine or coarse debri/shavings
  • Wheel pressures fine 2.5 front, 2.8 rear

 
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