River-proofing the 1200GS

[Fudmucker]

The 12GS and GSA have their air inlet on the RH side just below the tank.
If, during a river crossing, this inlet gets to the water level, water enters into the air box. When you stand the bike up straight, the air box drains directly into the engine sump. If you want to continue riding, it involves at least two oil changes, a new air filter and cranking the motor without plugs a few times.

Has anyone come up with a modification to prevent this?

[marc]

Some folks have used a vacuum cleaner hose fastened to the front of the snorkel for water crossings. The free end of the hose is routed up behind the oil cooler. Don't remember what was used to do the fastening. Doesn't have to be fancy. Duct tape would work.

[Fudmucker]

Thanks, I have heard about snorkel idea as a temporary measure during crossings.

I was wondering about the drain side.
The crank case vent enters at the bottom of the air box.
Would a simple longer pipe with a loop in it for a good enough barrier
to stop any water that gets by the snorkel from entering the motor?
I had read somewhere that there is a mod that inserts a T-piece to drain the water without it going into the crank case.

[kthur111]

[quote=Fudmucker;17724]The 12GS and GSA have their air inlet on the RH side just below the tank.
If, during a river crossing, this inlet gets to the water level, water enters into the air box. When you stand the bike up straight, the air box drains directly into the engine sump. If you want to continue riding, it involves at least two oil changes, a new air filter and cranking the motor without plugs a few times.

Has anyone come up with a modification to prevent this?

Did you find a modification for this problem? If so, What was it?