Update:-
Think ive sorted it.
After buying a new kill switch/starter switch (£143!!) and still having the same problem, figured its got to be a short somewhere, so started to strip everything back and start tracing through the wiring loom. Found the small + wire that comes from the starter switch to the starter coil twisted around the thick main + that goes to the starter motor and looked like it had vibrated and worn through the insulation. This then meant it could energise the coil, pulling the contacts together for the big thick cables,and try to start it. Also on further investigation after knackering another starter coil, found part of the starter coil had got very very hot, so pressume it had been energising it as i was riding, thus draining the battery. Just waiting for a new genuine bmw starter coil/relay to come so i can verefy what ive just said. As ive bought a new starter switch, but actually checked out ok, i think im going to fit it anyway, just to be sure, and also the original red starter button had gone a fetching shade of pink.
Thanks for the tips guys, c u soon
Bian

No sealant needed, just make sure the engine and top cover mating surfaces are clean and dry. As for inner gasket, not sure what you mean but I didn't change any other gasket.
Bian

Ok see if anyone can help out with this one. Pulled up at a petrol station, removed key, opened fuel cap, and bike tried to start, as in started motor started to crank engine. Took key from filler cap, turned on bike, starter stopped cranking. Filled up as normal. Did this intermittently since. Replaced starter motor relay and kill switch (right-hand switch module), both from bmw. Still does it, any thoughts as to next option?
Thanks
Bian

Okay, but what about the questions I asked and really need pictures of it please.
Bian

The newer straps are a lot easier to use than the old ones. I have them fitted to my S and have left them fitted underneath the seat. You can also use the 2 anchor straps that are built into the seat, which un-hook, so you only need 2 of the Kreiga straps. I've also used the Kreiga straps around the rear grab handles in the past. Basically you have lots of places you could attach the straps to, so get them, and you won't be disappointed, I love them, best money I've spent in a long time, also you can take them with you when you change the bike and fit them to another bike, win win.
Bian

Am I right in thinking that I can give my bike full throttle when pulling away and not Wheely?
I remember reading somewhere on here about disconnecting something at the throttle bodies that allows you to get full power in 1st and 2nd.
With that in mind, if I keep it connected and traction control on, can I then pull away and give it full throttle?
Why I ask is on a recent trip with my brother in law on a fireplace, he wanted a drag style race from the lights, but I was a little nervous about how much I could open her up, fearing pulling a Wheely, I backed off a bit.
Anyone tried giving it full beans from standstill?
Regards
Bian

So what about if we were to buy the insert then sauce our own emblem? 😉