I got a one-piece Roadcrafter. Do you rewaterproof yours and seal the zippers occasionally as they suggest? I haven't tried mine in the rain yet, but at...
I do rewaterproof - I haven't used (but have) the zipper sealant. My point is that they aren't rain suits, really. This topic comes up every six months or so...
Oh - and mine is a two piece, now 5 years on about 85,000 miles old. John ... __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam?...
Boys and Girls, I am sending this out to gauge response and ask opinions on a paint issue. I recently purchased a toaster tank and a set of fenders to paint...
Need to replace my left front boot. I think I understand there are two different ways to accomplish same, one requiring less disassemblly. My aging memory...
This is the drill I learned several years ago for starting in the cold. Also works after sitting for a long time. With the ignition off and enricheners...
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Aug 1, 2006 3:26 pm
Greetings, ladies and gentlemen, Before you post to the list, there are things you need to know. The first is that there are more than 1000 members on the...
Hello all, Now, I have seen the number of methods in replacing the cork gasket, but my question lies in the spring latching mechanism. Is it possible to...
that mileage...121,000? explains the rebuild Bob Z in Sussex, Wis. '73 Beemer R75/5 with '77 R100RS engine Earles forks, Motorvation FII Flip Nose Growing old...
1) Remove wheel 2) Remove large rubber plugs at the base of the sliders 3) Remove the filler caps at the tops of the stanchions (NOT the large securing...
Without looking at it, I wonder if the catch on the tank is bent or partially corroded away? Maybe see if you can tweak it a little for a better latch? Not...
I had a great time at the BMWOA Rally in Vermont, and saw more BMW's than I could have imagined, including a pile of /5's. I had some seasoned hands look over...
... No more. It seems that Bosch has changed the coating of their plugs, so they too are corroding like crazy. ******************* Hmmm. This may be a job for...
It is possible that the cap is fine and it is just the metal tab on the fuel tank that needs work. Years of slapping the cap closed can bend the tab on the...
First off, Many thanks to everyone who took the time to give me ideas and advice. I really appreciate the effort! After chasing down several red herrings, I...
I've got a '70 R75/5 with 64/32/9 and 10 carbs. They are set up identically (3rd clip, main jet 270, etc...) but the left sparkplug burns a light brown and the...
Hi! oh mighty /5ers! after sucessfully getting my jugs back on with the great help of the list ( no leaks so far today...Yay!) I`m looking with suspicion at my...
I have noticed this as well. My right clyinder seems to burn a bit richer as well. I think this has to do with crankcase ventilation indroducing oil into one...
If memory serves, there are beveled edges on the butterfly, so first make sure those are facing the right direction, i.e. they are flush with the carb walls...
... Can't think why. Mine, at 266000 mi has the original vented bolt. Works fine. Has for 30 plus years. ... It would work, not likely to improve things. I...
Tom in Ottawa asks: <<I`m looking with suspicion at my neg battery connection at the dreaded speedo mount, cause it's just asking for trouble to keep using...
I'm not sure that this corrosion thing is such a big issue. I use NGK plugs, and they do corrode, but only between the porcelain and the base. The rubber...
Agree with Stan. The transmission ground at the vent is quite poor for electrical and mechanical reasons. Sincerely, Duane Ausherman Need a laugh, then read...
Peter, I have a late '73 /5 I bought new in Aug '73..a long wheelbase. It has, or had, a chrome horn mounted under the steering head. original. It also had a...
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Aug 2, 2006 2:41 pm
In a message dated 8/2/06 10:20:37 AM Eastern Standard Time, KATBOD writes: I'm not sure that this corrosion thing is such a big issue. I use NGK plugs, and...
Tom, I've had my '73 / 5 since new ,and never had any probs with the neg cable and bolt on the tranny. what I did was just clip part of the eye on the cable...
Many folks have unwittingly added too much torque (me included) to that vented bolt and stripped the threads. Yes, it is fixable by a helicoil or timesert...
Plugs are so cheap. I just routinely put in a new set at the beginning of every riding season. Yes, that means they get turfed at 15000 miles or whatever....
