BMW 10 Pin OBD1 to 16 Pin OBD2 Adapter Cable – Motorcycle Diagnostic Cable

BMW 10 Pin OBD1 to OBD2 adapter cable for motorcycle diagnostics

• ✔ Precisely fitting adapter from the round 10-pin BMW diagnostic port to 16-pin OBD2
• ✔ For BMW motorcycles with a manufacturer-specific round connector under the seat or behind a panel
• ✔ Stable signal transfer for reliable diagnostic work
• ✔ Sturdy contacts to minimise connection faults
• ✔ Equally suitable for the workshop and the home mechanic

The adapter cable connects the round 10-pin BMW motorcycle diagnostic port to the standard 16-pin OBD2 socket of your diagnostic device. Standard OBD2 diagnostic devices and motorcycle diagnostic software can therefore be connected even though the motorcycle has no standard OBD2 socket.

This item is an adapter or connecting cable, not a diagnostic device or scanner. The actual diagnostic function depends on the diagnostic device used and the scope of its software.

Why BMW motorcycles need an adapter

On BMW motorcycles the diagnostic port usually sits under the seat or behind a side panel and takes the form of a round 10-pin connector – not a flat 16-pin OBD2 socket. A standard OBD2 plug does not fit there. The adapter cable creates the physical link so the diagnostic hardware can communicate with the motorcycle.

Clean signal transfer for reliable diagnostic data

In diagnostic work the quality of the plug connection decides whether communication stays stable. Low-quality adapters cause dropped signals and communication errors. This adapter cable is built with solid plug contacts and a robust cable structure.

Robust build for workshop and everyday use

• Hard-wearing cable sheath
• Precisely manufactured plug connections
• Firm fit without unnecessary play
• High contact quality to avoid transfer errors

Compatibility

The adapter cable suits BMW motorcycles with a round 10-pin diagnostic port and diagnostic devices with a 16-pin OBD2 connection. Before buying, please compare the shape of the connector on your motorcycle with the product details.

• Vehicle side: round 10-pin BMW motorcycle diagnostic connector
• Tool side: 16-pin OBD2 socket
• Suitable for: OBD2 handheld scanners, motorcycle diagnostic devices, USB and Bluetooth diagnostic interfaces

Compatibility depends on the vehicle and on the diagnostic device. Before buying, please check whether your vehicle has the corresponding diagnostic port and whether your diagnostic device supports the relevant control units.

Important note on function

The adapter cable itself performs no diagnostics. Functions such as reading fault codes, communicating with control units or analysing data are provided exclusively by the connected diagnostic device and its software.

Technical data

Scope of delivery

– BMW 10 Pin OBD1 to OBD2 adapter cable

Purchase on account available (Klarna or PayPal).

Free shipping from €50 (Germany) – within the EU from €100

Delivery

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If delivery to the customer was not possible and the transport company returns the goods to the seller, the customer bears the costs of the unsuccessful delivery. This does not apply where the customer exercises their right of withdrawal by refusing acceptance, where they are not responsible for the circumstance that made delivery impossible, or where they were temporarily prevented from accepting the goods – unless the seller had given them reasonable advance notice of the delivery.

Shipping costs

• Germany: free from an order value of €50, below that €3.99
• European Union: free from an order value of €100, below that €14.99
• Switzerland: €20.00
• United Kingdom: GBP 20.00

Delivery area and delivery time

We deliver to Germany, to the 26 other countries of the European Union and to Switzerland and the United Kingdom. We are currently unable to deliver to other countries.

For deliveries to Switzerland and the United Kingdom, customs duties, import taxes or other charges may be incurred in addition; these are borne by the customer.

The delivery time within Germany is usually 1–3 working days.

Payment methods

You can pay by credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro), PayPal, Klarna (purchase on account or instalments), Shop Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, advance payment by bank transfer or cash on delivery.

Cash on delivery is only available for deliveries within Germany from an order value of €50. An additional fee of €9.99 is charged for it.

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