@16606 I'm not an expert, but have serviced maybe 8-10 twist grips on models from 1975 to 1988 and have never seen that much wear. I'd replace both pa...

It's the motorcycle equivalent of craft beer, and some models are fairly cute. I'd never buy one, but I'd pay someone $20 for a test ride.

@10278 Thank you for the follow up. I had not connected the rocker arm post with this one.

Welcome Aboard ! You're correct, those parts don't look magnificent, but we don't rebuild engines based on looks alone. There should be a whole set ...

I'm not aware of a shortcut to this setting, but here's how I do it... 1) This step is very important. Remove the cable cap and the twistgrip from t...

Here's another good review.... This article contains a lot more background on why BMW decided to design a monster cruiser.

I fitted a 1979 RT (pre-electronic bean can) with a unit from Boyer that worked very well. These units do away with the mechanical advance and do that...

Thanks for the follow-up. Like sparkplugs and Never-Seeze, there are numerous costly problems that can be entirely avoided by very small and inexpen...

@viejo Those smooth top lifts were made in Italy during the early 70's and they're still giving fairly good service, even after being used for 40+ yea...

It's important that you find out exactly what rubber lubricant your shop is using during tire mounting. When I started in the 60's, it was little more...

And so now you'll see the conversation has come full circle. Whine to wine. ?

In the new upside-down world of social media driven consciousness, it seems "an ounce of appearance is worth a pound of performance". So, at least he ...

I use a "platform lift" from Harbor Freight. They regularly go on sale in the $400 area. This is a lift with a table top which supports the bike and t...

Good news. Thanks for the follow up.