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Richard W
Richard W
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Joined: 03/05/2016 17:59
Last seen: 04/11/2025 05:45
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RE: Left Handle bar switch

I don't want to discourage you, but, my friend, this is not the way to save money. BMW stands for "bring more wallet" and there are times you simply n...

11 months ago
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RE: 1980 R100RS: Did my ignition switch fail?

What you don't understand is that 100% of the system electrical power goes through the 2 contacts on the Starter Relay. Thus, 1 component gives you 2 ...

11 months ago
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RE: 1980 R100RS: Did my ignition switch fail?

Some thoughts..... • If you suspect the ignition switch, then completely unplug it and directly jumper Red (Batt) to Green (Ignition). Ignition swit...

11 months ago
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RE: Did my ignition switch fail?

It might be nice if we knew the year and model of the vehicle in question.

11 months ago
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RE: "Stickies" or a "Must Read / Top 10 Issues" Sub-forum

FYI... The oil pressure switch for the /7 is also used on many European cars that use Bosch wiring and electrical systems.

11 months ago
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RE: New member looking for help choosing a bike

Ah, "spongey" is not needing a rebuild... Leaking is a rebuild. Spongey means that air is in the system. Theoretically, fluids are incompressible, but...

11 months ago
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RE: New member looking for help choosing a bike

Welcome ! I would echo James' input. My thoughts.... 1) The Airhead is probably the best thing to ever come out of BMW design shops, and that in...

11 months ago
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RE: Occasional mis, high speed cut out

The "Devil is in the details" applies here. Early models can have mice nests inside the starter or air filter cover. The cross-over fuel line can get ...

11 months ago
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RE: Occasional mis, high speed cut out

Thoughts.... • Ignition coils need to fall into the Impedance range determined by your EI maker. Have you checked the resistance of the coil's prima...

11 months ago
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RE: Charging System Issues - EME EDL4 450W diagnosing

1. Tell me about the new Voltage Regulator. 2. What condenser ?

12 months ago
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RE: S Fairing Repair

I don't remember the PN, but I do remember having grip length issues using the Inch-size. But the Metric size seems to offer more options, so I think ...

12 months ago
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RE: S Fairing Repair

Bill - Do not get the Wellnut mixed up with the Rivnut !! â–ş The Wellnut "body" is an neoprene style elastomer; it's NOT a metallic rivet. Therefor...

12 months ago
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RE: Low speed vibration R80RT

Anything they can repair you should be able to see right now. Tape a 6" length of mechanic's wire to the front fender or fender stay. Bend this wire s...

12 months ago
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RE: Exhaust Muffler/Silencer Replacement Advice

Take the same Never-Seize compound that you use on your finned exhaust nuts and spread that liberally onto the inside of the new muffler input spigots...

1 year ago
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