Through an amusing series of screw-ups I now have two new BMWMOA rally T-shirts from the 2004 Spokane Washington event. They are black with the Spokane ...
I posted a few weeks ago that my speedometer, tach and odometer were functioning in a parallel universe - tach 2,500 RPM high, speedo always reading about...
Thanks to all that responded to my survey about donations. I decided to go the donation route. Go to http://w6rec.com/donate.htm to read about it. More tech...
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, Before posting to the list, there are things you need to know. The first thing is : there are 850 people on the list. If...
5united@yahoogroups.com
Jan 3, 2006 6:16 am
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You can play with your speedometer all you like but if you buy a new cable and send your unit away ... you will be forever happy with your decision Ohio...
This is of little interest and probably won't make it through the /5 editing process. None of this info will apply to the /2 or /5. This may be the only one...
... business. That's too bad. However, for new bikes there's BMW of Columbus: http://www.bmwmotorcyclesofcolumbus.com They are good folks, and also started...
I got a set of Wixom bags for my R60/5 "free" There in real good shape but need painted. I took them to a local guy who does most of the areas restorations,...
Checking back in, with the continuing story of my "out of balance" clutch assembly. It's in quotes, because I don't think that it was ever out of balance....
Mehosky, Brian L.
brian.mehosky@...
Jan 3, 2006 10:06 pm
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I located a new 100/7 cam....and due to my mistake, I would like to put it in my (now) R90/6 motor (R90 barrels/R60/6 cam) I know the oil drive gear is keyed...
Has anyone done this ??? I did it by accident...I assembled a R90/6 engine out of parts....and after I had the engine in the bike and running I realized the...
Gentlemen: A few weeks ago I posted the list about the left thumb switch not working properly. When rotated down the high beam light is supposed to come on...
Perry Gotschal
GOTSCHAL@...
Jan 4, 2006 2:38 am
25967
On Dec 31 Rockford BMW in Illinois closed it's doors forever. The owner Kegel Harley Davidson had neglected the german side of things for quite a while, sought...
I haven't personally done it but know those who have. Should work fine, just down a bit on power. Compression (measured) really shouldn't be impacted much, in...
The diameter of the front oil seal surface changed but I think that was a /5-to-/6 change. Still, worthwhile to compare. Also, /7 really refers to motors...
Hi Slashers, Does anyone know a source for the original voltage regulator (Bosch Part No. 0 190 601 006)? I have read the archives about mechanical vs....
FWIW , dynamic balancing always gives more noticable results than static does anyway . I find it simpler to just drop off the flywheel and clutch cover at a ...
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c277/happytoddly/christmas05060.jpg weeell, a few free hours had the clutch assembly sanded, cleaned and assembled, a few...
<<Does anyone know a source for the original voltage regulator (Bosch Part No. 0 190 601 006)?>> Uh, any BMW dealer? BMW part # is 12 32 1 350 052 $65.00...
Homer came with a Luftmeister fairing. I know some folks don't like fairings, but I do -- not just the buffeting they spare me, but also the storage space ...
Hey Ed, Don't forget to account for the added gas mileage due to the propellor on your beanie spinning out of control and helping to pull you along. :) If you...
... your beanie spinning out of control and helping to pull you along. :) ****************** Hmmm... Well a propeller beanie WOULD autogyrate at the right...
Looks like the "Parked Motorcycle Syndrome" has seriously infected a few /5 Riders judging by the last few posts :-) I rode to work the last three days up here...
Low traffic today on the net and on the road. Is this thing on? Had the /5 out again and was treated to a spriz of oil on my left boot tip? Messed with my up...
... From: "Doug Mc Gee" <vwluv76@...> ... Thanks Doug, Hmmmm one sec I will check...... Yup that is what it was! I just did the valves and reused the...
Well, I gotta chirp at this one. Dude, GET A HANNIGAN!!! Would you fire up the twin diesels on your ocean going motor/sailer and try to make way with the sails...
Hi this is for those with a Luftmeister or Vetter faring that need a replacement or a shield with added vents for air the last time I checked JC whitney had...
I looked down my pants and at my paycheck, and yes, apparently I am still a woman! ;-) Julie Magura " Just curious: any women posters or lurkers. ... YAHOO!...