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Richard W
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gearbox bearings - to replace or not to replace?

Having never built a BMW gearbox, I wanted to allow the "experts" to comment, but will volunteer this much.... • I build or repair a classic or vin...

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Piston Ring End Gap from Snowbum's site

Bob - Good questions and good math. My only BMW ring job was on my 1979 R100, but have done the same to literally thousands of engines of numerou...

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Converting fairing lamps to dual filament ?

I have come to the conclusion that the only realistic solution for the RS and RT is to... 1) Buy an after-market metal socket for the dual filament...

8 years ago
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Aftermarket R90s Flanders bars

Options you might also consider... • Some after-market handlebar fairings offer built-in turn signals, similar to the RS and RT fairings. • Ebay...

8 years ago
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H4 Headlight replacement BIGGERish AND BRIGHTER

Mark - Some thoughts... • While the aftermarket LED sealed beam bulb/reflector you mentioned ($495) might be a viable choice for your R65, it should...

8 years ago
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Aftermarket R90s Flanders bars

Just a few comments... • An original or very good pattern R90S fairing needs the stock front turn signal posts (at the standard position just below ...

8 years ago
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1977 R100RS

I'd say that's about the going price for one in the condition you're describing. Go for it !! • IMHO, IF there is going to be damage or noticeable ...

8 years ago
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1977 R100RS

First check our AirBazaar menu. Second check the IBMWR listings. Lastly get the national CraigsList search at.... Good luck. They are in short s...

8 years ago
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100/7 master cylinder question

You're certainly welcome. These are all steps I've taken when bringing a 1979 /7 out of long term storage by the PO. Not sure what kind of worksho...

8 years ago
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Turn signal instrument light

Here's how the circuit works... Power enters the flasher unit and comes out as pulsing power. This "pulsing power" then goes to the turn signal switch...

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Help with setting valve clearance on 1983 R65LS

It's absolutely no problem, and you're very welcome. I could tell that you were one fact away from fully understanding, which was leading to a lot ...

8 years ago
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100/7 master cylinder question

Good questions. Basically ALL 40 year old master cylinders (m/c) need some attention ! The reason is that DOT4 brake fluid attracts water, which cause...

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Beware Wiring Diagrams

I have had to do extensive electrical circuit tracing and repairs on my 1979 R100 /7 and have not found any faults (so far) in the Haynes manual schem...

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Is the Bing Book always right?

I'm trying to determine if one setup delivers better overall performance than the others. For the best performance, also make sure the intake ai...

8 years ago
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