The "breather valve" as it's called on Ebay is what I was discussing. The round fiberglass disc with the hole in the center (shown in several of the c...

Here is an interesting chart made by Heidenau Tires showing circumference. Now Heidenau makes both inch and metric tires so this chart will give you s...

Not an expert, but glad to share what I know. ► The major concern is overall outside circumference. Vintage type 4.00-18 "inch" tires have a heigh...

Everyone has at least one tidbit of info that someone can find useful. Just got my first Airmail today and will read it right now. Now the Airmail...

Re: Loctite: I wasn't worried about oil leaking around the threads. I was worried about another problem getting the long pipe out. Thanks again for yo...

Can someone tell me what BMW used to plate their top triple clamps? I saw some reconditioned ones on Ebay and the seller states that they have been r...

Some of us prefer quality over quantity. This organization supports the subject. The available technical expertise is among the best of any organizati...

I have no earthly idea ! If the thought of oil leaking around the tube threads makes you loose sleep, then I'd suggest a thin sealer, such as LocT...

BMW has something like the adel clamp for that purpose. Of course, it's $15 each. At that low price it's safe to bet the BMW logo isn't emblazoned ...

Try McMaster-Carr bit #55085A31 for $10.30 Try McMaster-Carr Sliding T-handle #5523A13 for $24

You're correct. Large screwdrivers are a thing of the past, ever since cheap Asian hand tools flooded the market. It's really hard to find off-size ha...

You're correct, those intermittent issues can be hard to locate. And with a dealership mechanic that's never seen one before you can quickly exceed th...

I have a good friend in Toccoa that is knowledgeable, trustworthy, has been working on Airheads for several decades, And he's a Club member, although ...