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Richard W
Richard W
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Joined: 03/05/2016 17:59
Last seen: 09/06/2025 02:57
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RE: 1985 R80RT spark plug?

Your starting issue was not a plug problem, but most probably a lean fuel condition. By 1977 the EPA was demanding more strict emissions control, whic...

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RE: Pinging sound from right cylinder/ valve cover

There have been issues reported with the bearings in the rocker arms going bad. If this happened, then the valve adjustment would be equally loose. So...

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RE: MPG on an 1985 r80rt

> And what plugs did you buy ? The latest NGK chart shows a plug that is far too "cold" for proper combustion. You should be using something in the...

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RE: Pinging sound from right cylinder/ valve cover

> "Pinging" or pre-ignition knock or "spark knock" is real and happens during acceleration due to the fuel igniting before the spark plug fires. It...

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RE: Starting issues R100R

• Can't speak to the Valeo. No experience with it. • One recurring issue that plagues the Bosch is age. The grease in the bearings is so old that it...

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RE: New Member from Wisconsin

Then look for nearby states. The idea is to congregate and prepare your bike ready for the Eastern and Western Airhead reunions.

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RE: Installing LED bulbs on an R60/5

No apology needed, my friend. Enjoy.

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RE: Installing LED bulbs on an R60/5

• /5, /6 and /7 bikes should be OK. Like you've noted, you will need the more expensive "electronic" flasher relay. • You might want to be very sele...

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RE: Adding heated grips to R100R

Thank you. You asked for help, but then gave few details. Forgive me, but "the devil is in the details". • If your system includes a relay, the ...

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RE: New Member 89 R100RT

What in the heck is a "full electronics upgrade" ? Exactly what improvement will this new system bring to your bike ? Sounds like a plan to spend lots...

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RE: Adding heated grips to R100R

With apologies from the start, this "plan" (as presented) is a VERY bad one. First of all, when your grip switch is ON, your grips are ON and consumin...

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RE: New Member from Wisconsin

Welcome Aboard ! First thing you'll want to do is contact your local Airhead Club director, what we call an "Air Marshal". Get on his contact list s...

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RE: Oilheads in the ABC?

I did not mean to imply that an entirely new Airhead web site should be built. The Club just went through all that. No, you'd make the videos and star...

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