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Richard W
Richard W
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Joined: 03/05/2016 16:59
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RE: 1988 R100RS first oil change questions

• That work is done from the point of view from which the photo was taken... That is to say from the outside of the engine, on the RH side. • My photo...

2 years ago
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RE: 1988 R100RS first oil change questions

• First thing is to not touch the oil filter unless you have the correct replacement element. The element for the "oil cooler model" is slightly diffe...

2 years ago
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RE: trip meter woes

I'm saying there's a complete, working R65 speedo unit (80 MPH dial), which has been sitting on my work bench since January 2020. I took it out of a (...

2 years ago
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RE: trip meter woes

The speedo/ odometer/ trip meter is one single "unit". The tachometer is one single "unit". These 2 metal framed "units" sit together, under the l...

2 years ago
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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...

2 years 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...

2 years 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...

2 years 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.

2 years ago
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RE: New Member - Idaho

Welcome from Georgia !

2 years ago
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RE: Onboard Spares

Float bowl gaskets !

2 years ago
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RE: trip meter woes

Let me check....

2 years ago
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RE: 1983 R100RS Tool Kit

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

2 years ago
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RE: Please reboot the server

Feb 29: Much better !! Thanks !

2 years 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...

2 years 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...

2 years ago
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