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Richard W
Richard W
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Defective Benchmark throttle cables?

Let me tip-toe around this very carefully.... My friend, you don't have a bad set of BMW cables, you have a bad set of Benchmark cables. Send them bac...

6 years ago
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Poor gas mileage on 1975 R90/6

Welcome Aboard ! On ALL vehicles with carburetors, especially older ones.... • The quality of the air filter is THE number 1 key to good fuel econ...

6 years ago
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'79 R65 Combination switch turn signal on right

Bob - Sorry hear about your woes, but glad to hear you're back on the road. One thing I don't understand... are you saying your harnesses are now OK,...

6 years ago
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/5 Headlight bulb upgrade

I've found P45T adapters that allow use of more common P43T base halogen lamps. A link to the adapters would also be nice.

6 years ago
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'74 R90s Clock Stopped Working

• There can't be a world of difference internally. I was thinking you might be able to replace the internal mechanism and use the original face and ha...

6 years ago
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'74 R90s Clock Stopped Working

The clock has a quartz movement and is therefore very simple in design. When they stop they have typically reached end of life. Look for a complete re...

6 years ago
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More Timing Mark Questions

Why does this system work ? It's a funny quirk of the 4-stroke engine, but once every 720° of crankshaft rotation, both valves are open for a very bri...

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More Timing Mark Questions

I was thinking, he was somehow catching one cylinder at the compression cycle when both valves on one head have to be closed at the same time. Then i...

6 years ago
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More Timing Mark Questions

Your issue seems to be that you have not fully digested the discussion over the FULL thread. In it, 2 completely separate methods of how to achieve th...

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More Timing Mark Questions

Thank you for your comprehensive replies guys. But wait ! That's not the only way. 😛 Since a 4-stroke engine cycle takes a full 720°, and ea...

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More Timing Mark Questions

I have a 1980 R100. I understand I need to get my cylinders to Top Dead Center to adjust my valves. That one statement is the basis for all your c...

6 years ago
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1988 R100RT no spark

That is indeed EXCELLENT news !! I know you're excited. While you wait and have the tank off, the ignition module probably needs some attention. ...

6 years ago
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1988 R100RT no spark

I assume this type business is run out of his home. Call and see. It certainly can't hurt.

6 years ago
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1988 R100RT no spark

• 1988 had another issue, you need to at least check for.... Disconnect one of the battery leads. Remove the front cover of the engine. Look for the l...

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