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Richard W
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1973 R75/5 right carb running far too rich

Went out for another ride, and things are still great. Put a total of 50 miles on her. Now, I at least have a theory as to what was happening. I belie...

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My first airhead, has sat for 10 years, what to do before starting

James made great suggestions. I can only add.... • The fuel tanks were originally coated to prevent rust with a red coating. Be careful not to int...

7 years ago
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78 R100S seat cowl

In my mind the pad is simply a sound dampner. In that case, any 1/4" thick closed cell neoprene pad will work.

7 years ago
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1975 R90/6 Front Brakes

When the discs were introduced the BMW engineers were afraid of front wheel lock ups so the ratios were keep high, so feel was sacrificed as a result....

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Ride Idea: The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride - Updated for 2018

120,000 riders, in 600 cities around the world, to raise $6M US to fight men's health issues. The 2018 ride is Sunday, Sept 30. This is the 6th y...

7 years ago
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1973 R75/5 right carb running far too rich

All it takes for an engine to run is: Spark (at the spark plug), Fuel, and Compression. The "Big 3". Test and verify, don't guess. If your bike passes...

7 years ago
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plugs for the open ends of the center stand

What I've done in similar applications (grab rails, fairing mounts, etc) on my BMW is simply use Black silicone gasket maker (sealer). Don't use the a...

7 years ago
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Stripped hole for valve cover stud in engine head.

Quite honestly brother, there are as many ways to fix that issue as there are days in a year. The answer that's right for you lies in the list of your...

7 years ago
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1973 R75/5 right carb running far too rich

Just to clarify my original post, which I know was pretty long, the last mechanic I went to was on "the list". It's just that he's retired, and so is ...

7 years ago
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1973 R75/5 right carb running far too rich

Actions for YOU to take.... • Compression test both sides with carbs removed. • Replacement of plugs, plug caps and plug wires if over 10 years ol...

7 years ago
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1973 R75/5 right carb running far too rich

I can appreciate that you tried to research a qualified mechanic, but you should have never removed the bike from the shop without it running correctl...

7 years ago
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1976 60/6 Bing Carb idle and air adjustments have no affect

Please re-read. I've added more ideas to my last post. Thanks.

7 years ago
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1976 60/6 Bing Carb idle and air adjustments have no affect

Switching to Mikuni carbs has rarely helped anyone that I've known. Don't get me wrong, they are excellent carbs, but no one in the BMW world is going...

7 years ago
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seat for R75/6

I actually prefer Corbin and Sargent seats for longer distance riding too, but I thought you wanted to stay close to OEM. If you live in the East a...

7 years ago
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