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Richard W
Richard W
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Joined: 03/05/2016 17:59
Last seen: 07/03/2025 05:21
Topics: 91 / Replies: 2567
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RE: Not charging?

The information James gave you is all excellent information, but I like to check the very simple things first:• The Airhead charging system cannot wor...

3 years ago
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RE: Speedometer cable retaining/battery ground bolt on the gearbox nearing being stripped

IMHO, the issue stems from the fact that as a battery connection bolt, that bolt must be tight in order to convey the current required for an electric...

3 years ago
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RE: Towing A Trailer With An Airhead

Thoughts....> Can you possibly detail your overall towing experience? For the novice, even experience with automobiles can be helpful.> The trai...

3 years ago
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RE: R90/6 rear-ended at stoplight. Need help accessing damage

Come by in a truck. I have more body parts than I can possibly ever ship.

3 years ago
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RE: R90/6 rear-ended at stoplight. Need help accessing damage

If the sub-frame was bent from having the rear fender smashed, then it will typically no longer be horizontal. That will be very evident using the lev...

3 years ago
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RE: R90/6 rear-ended at stoplight. Need help accessing damage

You'll need a level and a plumb bob. Shim the bike at the center stand until the swing arm is level. Then remove the seat and run the same level along...

3 years ago
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RE: Pulled L/H Cylinder Top Left Stud Pulling with Previous HeliCoil

Your comment is not attached or quoted within the thread with the balance of the information to which it refers.

3 years ago
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RE: Wedgetail no spark

My theory is that you need to post photos and links to what you're trying to discuss.

3 years ago
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RE: Lower Throttle Cables - 32mm vs. 40mm Carbs

1) After a ride should be no different than 'before a ride'. Cable slack/tightness does not change just because you took a ride.Both cables should hav...

3 years ago
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RE: '79 R100/7

The ignition wiring on these is fairly simple, thus testing is fairly straight forward. Assumptions • We assume this bike was known to be in runn...

3 years ago
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RE: Forum Posting Permission?

From what I can see as a "Junior Moderator in Training" everyone who posted above is at "Approved Status".

3 years ago
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RE: Good Beemer Mechanic in Mass

â–ş Be aware that your R60 may have "pumper" type slide carbs, which are unlike the CV carbs on an R75, R80, R90 and R100 bikes. (R90S excluded.) So it'...

3 years ago
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RE: Ignition switch not making contact in on position '91 R100GSPD

You took the older and proabably more expensive cure. It's the excessive current draw that heats the wires, and burns the contacts inside the required...

3 years ago
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RE: Milkshake in gearbox

Water in the oil. No doubt about it. It can be anywhere from chocolate brown to a ghastly green that looks like smushed caterpillar juice. Additiona...

3 years ago
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RE: Good Beemer Mechanic in Mass

Welcome aboard ! What work is it you want done? I propose that the best mechanic is YOU the owner, because... The guy at whatever shop you disco...

3 years ago
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