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- Thu Jan 25, 2007 12:33 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: MOVING ON. . THANKS FOR THE RIDE!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3541
- Sun Jan 07, 2007 11:02 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: No More, part 2
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1286
No More, part 2
Well, the R sold today on E-bay. Really liked the bike but the situation at work along with some other stuff convinced me to sell it. If we get a new contract at work and dont strike, I may look for another bike next summer after things cool down. An R or maybe an RT will be at the top of the list. ...
- Thu Jan 04, 2007 12:22 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Which foot do you use when you stop?
- Replies: 35
- Views: 9506
- Thu Dec 21, 2006 10:52 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Boxer Engine Is it the perfect motorcycle engine?
- Replies: 47
- Views: 15036
- Sat Dec 16, 2006 4:29 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Boxer Engine Is it the perfect motorcycle engine?
- Replies: 47
- Views: 15036
- Wed Nov 22, 2006 12:17 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Panel lights
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2290
Heres what I came up with on the parts fiche.... http://home.comcast.net/~paroyboy/bulb.jpg The bulbs dont look too expensive but there are three different bulbs with three different wattages. 62 14 2 306 127 is the 7W bulb. My guess would be thats the ones for the main illumination and the smaller ...
- Thu Nov 09, 2006 12:13 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: 6000 mile service ends up costing me $3000.00!!!!!
- Replies: 37
- Views: 7976
- Sat Nov 04, 2006 12:12 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Was It Me or Something Else?
- Replies: 21
- Views: 8393
- Fri Oct 27, 2006 12:11 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Model Year Location
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3745
there is a placard on the frame in front of the tank on the riders right hand side. will tell month/year of manufacture. If BMW is anything like Harley is....we start building the new model year in June/July so a build date of August 2006 is actually a 2007 model. I dont know why, I just cash the p...
- Thu Oct 26, 2006 10:28 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Model Year Location
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3745
Few more details I found: 1st character -- Identifies the country in which the vehicle was manufactured. For example: U.S.A.(1 or 4), Canada(2), Mexico(3), Japan(J), Korea(K), England(S), Germany(W), Italy(Z) 2nd character -- Identifies the manufacturer. For example; Audi(A), BMW(B), Buick(4), Cadil...
- Thu Oct 26, 2006 10:27 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Model Year Location
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3745
This will give you the build date:
http://www.bmw-z1.com/VIN/VINdecode-e.cgi
To tell the actual model year, look at the tenth digit of the VIN. That will be the model year
http://www.bmw-z1.com/VIN/VINdecode-e.cgi
To tell the actual model year, look at the tenth digit of the VIN. That will be the model year
- Thu Oct 19, 2006 11:04 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Oil type
- Replies: 14
- Views: 6007
I'll be the odd man out and say stick with BMW 20-50. The service guy tried to explain the whole weight and API ratings to me. Almost immediately, I developed a blank stare and my eyes rolled up in my head! I dont care HOW it works as long as it DOES work. 5 quarts was less than $24. Whats an extra ...
- Mon Oct 16, 2006 8:36 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: considering R1150R
- Replies: 25
- Views: 8065
- Sat Oct 14, 2006 5:34 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: connect Gerbing vest to battery
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3608
I thought I saw a BMW adapter at the dealer that lets you connect leads to it, then plug it in. Might be wrong, didnt pay that close attention to it but you might want to check it out.
Actually, here it is...
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=1261
Actually, here it is...
http://www.ascycles.com/detail.aspx?ID=1261
- Fri Oct 13, 2006 11:01 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: oil filter wrench (R1100R) where?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3103
- Fri Oct 13, 2006 12:17 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: If I wasn't riding a Roadster . . .
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5209
- Fri Oct 13, 2006 9:32 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: If I wasn't riding a Roadster . . .
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5209
- Thu Oct 12, 2006 11:17 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: If I wasn't riding a Roadster . . .
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5209
Re: If I wasn't riding a Roadster . . .
Still, the marque is notoriously reliable (and the valves are self-adjusting!). Nope, most of Guzzis bike dont have self adjusting valves. Only a couple of years of the EV model had hydraulic valves and there were huge problems/recalls with them. But, with the jugs hanging out in the open, they're ...
- Thu Oct 12, 2006 11:05 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Type of oil
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4289
I go by the book on oil. I considered using GTX 20-50 until I read up on the API letters. BMW reccommended oil is SG rated. Automotive oil sold now is SM. I figured they just keep improving the standard but thats not the case. Some stuff that is in SG might not be in the newer SM. Service guy agreed...
- Tue Oct 10, 2006 9:52 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Yikes!!!! Rear wheel almost falls off after dealer service
- Replies: 91
- Views: 29610
Re: Yikes!!!! Rear wheel almost falls off after dealer servi
Well, thats about it. Not sure if I will ever trust this bike again. Trust the bike, just not the dealer. Glad you made it to the side of the road safely. You made me think though. I too had tires put on this morning. After the new shoes, I put about 200 miles on the bike today. I get work done at ...