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Richard W
Richard W
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Joined: 03/05/2016 16:59
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New guy here

Yes, please read the shop manual before attempting this work. You may need a heat gun or other special tools.

7 years ago
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Slightly crunchy gear shifting ?

BMW gearboxes are not lightning-fast shifters, although the later models are much better. My adaptation to my own gearbox shift issues took about 4 mo...

7 years ago
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Engine dies when carb cleaner sprayed at cylinder base

The sump pressure created by 2 pistons coming together would surely push out oil if there was any type opening. I think you only have a happy coincide...

7 years ago
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Rings at 30K? R100RS

Not to confuse the issue, but if I can get on my soap box for a minute... Long time readers of my responses may recognize a distrust of most people...

7 years ago
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Rings at 30K? R100RS

Thanks Wobbly. It didn't occur to me that my cylinders ("B" Nikasil) could be out of factory spec at 30k. I have had the cylinders off of my '91 RT wi...

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New guy here

Welcome Aboard ! Very sorry for your loss. Sounds like you're already getting happy with your new acquisition !

7 years ago
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Rings at 30K? R100RS

Would a ring set from BMW that is matched to the piston not already have the correct gap? Rings are matched to fit the cylinder, not the piston. H...

7 years ago
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Rings at 30K? R100RS

My thoughts (which aren't worth more than you paid for them)... • Typically, the rings on a BMW are just getting going good at that low mileage. Ho...

7 years ago
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RS Handlebars: A New Option

Them's chopper bars. That’s kinda weird. 'Yes' it's weird, but sometimes it pays to be creative and "think out of the box". The oem RS bars are r...

7 years ago
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Emgo replica mufflers

Everyone around here uses the ones from Mac. I've not seen any rusting or heard of any complaining.

7 years ago
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Emgo replica mufflers

Everyone around here uses the ones from Mac. I've not seen any rusting or heard of any complaining.

7 years ago
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78 R100S seat cowl

My '79 doesn't have the tool tray there, so I wouldn't know.

7 years ago
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RS Handlebars: A New Option

Can you provide info on this adjustable bars you installed? The bars I now use are the 3-piece Honda bars from the early 1980's models. Stock H...

7 years ago
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Tank bag

Thanks for the heads up on the correct place to buy/sell stuff. When I posted, I was looking for information on where to find a bag, so I thought the ...

7 years ago
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