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Richard W
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‘76 R90S. Electrical issues.

Here's the biggest mistake owners can make.... Whatever is going on on one side, is just miles away from happening to the other. So if you have one...

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1989 R100GS Frame Question

While I am writing about the frame, is there (are there) fork suspension re-valving options for this bike to improve the front suspension ? I believ...

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'74 R75/6: Mixture screw and a few other questions

Some mixed thoughts.... • The Bing enricheners are a constant issue. Not only can they be reversed, but they can also be swapped Left into Right, c...

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'92 R100R: front brake pads

Welcome Aboard ! • Brake Pads: A company called EBC seems to be the leader in the motorcycle disc and brake pad world. If your rotors are warped, t...

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Fairing/windshield for R60/5 toaster

Welcome Aboard ! There are numerous selections you could make or that folks here could offer. Why don't you describe the type riding you do and the...

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'71 R75/5: Removing and Installing Carbs

Congrats ! I know it feels super rewarding.

5 years ago
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R51/3 starting issues when warm

• ANYTIME you have the fuel (and its associated weight) above the carb, you have to worry about petcock seepage. Thankfully, BMW still offers the petc...

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R51/3 starting issues when warm

You've got to check the "Big 3": fuel, fire, compression. A lot of these issues come down to modern fuel. The liquid is being delivered quite nicel...

5 years ago
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'81 R100RT: exhaust burble on deceleration

There is plenty of un-burned fuel inside the exhaust. On decel, air gets sucked in through cracks and the fuel burns inside the pipes. That's not ...

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'83 R100RS Carb Reassembly

In instances like these, preparation is your friend. Your smart phone camera can easily record hundreds of details before disassembly at zero cost. Ne...

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'81 R100RT: exhaust burble on deceleration

I also replaced the spark plugs with a one step up in heat range, Bosch W6DC. Thoughts..... • What was the purpose in changing heat ranges ? You...

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1977 R100/7 Headlight Switch issues

If I understand your dilemma correctly... Your solution may be as simple as making several "extension cords" for the original handlebar switches. ...

5 years ago
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'77 R75 /7: I think my timing is way off

Two questions... • What was the outcome of this ? The only way I was able to get the S in the window at idle was to crank the advance dial on the ...

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'78 R100: Steering Damper question

Despite the way they may have shipped you the new parts, the fiche is telling you it's supposed to be a one piece unit. You have 2 choices.... • Inst...

6 years ago
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'71 R75/5: Removing and Installing Carbs

Your questions are appreciated. Copy and paste your questions into THIS thread and they'll be answered.

6 years ago
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