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Richard W
Richard W
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Joined: 03/05/2016 16:59
Last seen: 11/07/2025 02:58
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RE: Left Handle bar switch

I don't want to discourage you, but, my friend, this is not the way to save money. BMW stands for "bring more wallet" and there are times you simply n...

1 year ago
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RE: 1980 R100RS: Did my ignition switch fail?

What you don't understand is that 100% of the system electrical power goes through the 2 contacts on the Starter Relay. Thus, 1 component gives you 2 ...

1 year ago
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RE: 1980 R100RS: Did my ignition switch fail?

Some thoughts..... • If you suspect the ignition switch, then completely unplug it and directly jumper Red (Batt) to Green (Ignition). Ignition swit...

1 year ago
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RE: Did my ignition switch fail?

It might be nice if we knew the year and model of the vehicle in question.

1 year ago
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RE: "Stickies" or a "Must Read / Top 10 Issues" Sub-forum

FYI... The oil pressure switch for the /7 is also used on many European cars that use Bosch wiring and electrical systems.

1 year ago
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RE: New member looking for help choosing a bike

Ah, "spongey" is not needing a rebuild... Leaking is a rebuild. Spongey means that air is in the system. Theoretically, fluids are incompressible, but...

1 year ago
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RE: New member looking for help choosing a bike

Welcome ! I would echo James' input. My thoughts.... 1) The Airhead is probably the best thing to ever come out of BMW design shops, and that in...

1 year ago
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RE: Occasional mis, high speed cut out

The "Devil is in the details" applies here. Early models can have mice nests inside the starter or air filter cover. The cross-over fuel line can get ...

2 years ago
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RE: Occasional mis, high speed cut out

Thoughts.... • Ignition coils need to fall into the Impedance range determined by your EI maker. Have you checked the resistance of the coil's prima...

2 years ago
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RE: Charging System Issues - EME EDL4 450W diagnosing

1. Tell me about the new Voltage Regulator. 2. What condenser ?

2 years ago
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RE: S Fairing Repair

I don't remember the PN, but I do remember having grip length issues using the Inch-size. But the Metric size seems to offer more options, so I think ...

2 years ago
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RE: S Fairing Repair

Bill - Do not get the Wellnut mixed up with the Rivnut !! â–ş The Wellnut "body" is an neoprene style elastomer; it's NOT a metallic rivet. Therefor...

2 years ago
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RE: Low speed vibration R80RT

Anything they can repair you should be able to see right now. Tape a 6" length of mechanic's wire to the front fender or fender stay. Bend this wire s...

2 years ago
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RE: Exhaust Muffler/Silencer Replacement Advice

Take the same Never-Seize compound that you use on your finned exhaust nuts and spread that liberally onto the inside of the new muffler input spigots...

2 years ago
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