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Richard W
Richard W
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Joined: 03/05/2016 17:59
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RE: Speedometer Kaput 1975 R90/6

• To my knowledge replacement gauge sets and parts are no longer available through BMW. • To my knowledge shops that "rebuild" broken gauge sets onl...

1 year ago
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RE: Ignition Issues with Aftermarket Systems

What you are saying is true. The alternator is broadcasting frequencies and shielded cable and/or a shielded control box may be needed to protect agai...

1 year ago
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RE: Ignition Issues with Aftermarket Systems

And see, this is the downfall of web-based help. Because 1) there may be a quantum leap between our understandings and 2) our implementations. By "our...

1 year ago
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RE: trip meter woes

I have a core speedo mechanism from an R65 that you can use to mix/match parts if you'd like.

1 year ago
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RE: New Member - Idaho

Welcome from Georgia !

1 year ago
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RE: Onboard Spares

Float bowl gaskets !

1 year ago
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RE: trip meter woes

Let me check....

1 year ago
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RE: 1983 R100RS Tool Kit

Complete, OEM tool kits are on eBay all the time.

1 year ago
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RE: Please reboot the server

Feb 29: Much better !! Thanks !

1 year ago
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RE: 1983 R100RS side stand removal

I found that taking all 3 exhaust pipes off as a single unit (disconnecting at the cyl heads and mufflers) is best. Be sure to re-seat the exhaust p...

1 year ago
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RE: Foam Grips

The correct nomenclature is "7/8 grip set". A throttle side will be included that is ever so slightly larger. The dia of the bar (not the twistgrip) i...

1 year ago
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RE: Foam Grips

I'm with James. I prefer a more substantial grip that's barrel shaped. The barrel shape fits the curvature of the inside of my palm much better, the s...

1 year ago
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RE: Looking for an isocycle dipstick

I got a garage full of 'period' goodies. 90° exhaust snouts, RT glove box extensions, foot boards, you name it !! Let me send you a PILE !! ᾒ...

1 year ago
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RE: Cylinders possibly distort at 500Deg F?

Then I think the major issues will revolve around leaking oil. Some cylinder makers cast the iron liner into the finned aluminum housing. Other make...

1 year ago
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RE: Stiff Rear Wheel R75/5

• Rear tires are the first thing to check. When these bikes were new they all ran 4.00-18 sizes, a squared-off rear tire. Then tires converted to metr...

1 year ago
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