Could you explain the issue you're having ? Tubeless wheels have their own special set of issues. Yes you loose the cost and trouble of patching a tub...

Welcome aboard ! If you like smooth riding, reliable machinery, then you've made the correct choice. I will second your vote for an RT and there ar...

I know that I'll be there !! 🙂

Mr. 8053 brings up some interesting points. If the items work when the headlamp flash-to-pass button is depressed, then your issue must be on the sup...

I am not familiar with your model or wiring, but on my model RT (1979) it is interesting to note that.... • The Hi Beam flasher function has it's o...

Coils are still originals. I have 2 sets on "original" Bosch coils on my bench right now. Both sets are from Airhead BMWs. One set measures 2.7 Ohm...

Were you planning on "posing" with your BMW, or actually riding somewhere ??? 😛 The "Slow" ignition setting is ONLY good if you are using the st...

Scott is correct. Typically, EI initial installation settings are just that: Initial Settings. The ignition timing is NOT set; it is only close en...

And tell us... • Is this bike stored on the side stand, leaning left ? • When was the last valve adjustment ? You know Airhead valves tend to...

That's exactly it ! But instead of getting close and having to insert a cotter pin, you can get right on the money. You'll actually end up with a slig...

I've done this twice, once each to a /6 and a /7. Both times I did as you did, and simply removed the front wheel and fork crown. The forks dropped ~8...

"Folklore" was indeed a poor choice of words. "Standard Feature" might be closer. 🙂

This "lower than normal" oil level is a continuing mystery that has reached the level of BMW folk lore. Whatever the reason, my '79 RT displays the sa...

Might help some to know what model you're asking about. /2, /5, what ??