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by captaincable
Fri Aug 28, 2015 7:27 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Battery Life
Replies: 7
Views: 2802

Re: Battery Life

Skip using a battery tender unless you only use it for 2-3 days at a time I am convinced they are bad for your battery if left on continually, I just use a regular charger occasionally ( every month or so usually more if not in use ) Have talked to a lot of people over the years that have had very s...
by captaincable
Fri Aug 28, 2015 6:34 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Wind Screens
Replies: 15
Views: 5071

Re: Wind Screens

There is a sport version of the MRA Vario x-screen as well (smaller than the "Touring")
by captaincable
Sat Jul 11, 2015 6:58 am
Forum: R1100R
Topic: Re: This Board (An Excellent Resource) and Newcomers
Replies: 1
Views: 2777

Re: This Board (An Excellent Resource) and Newcomers

Welcome Lucas sorry I did not catch your post earlier. Looks like a nice bike and as you say they are fun to ride. You will find a lot of info here and advice when needed.

Enjoy
Mike
by captaincable
Tue Jul 07, 2015 8:37 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: BMW Evo Brakes- Rear Pads
Replies: 11
Views: 2720

Re: BMW Evo Brakes- Rear Pads

CycleRob serviced my brake system while patiently walking me thru the steps as we proceeded just as described in his exceptional thread and my brakes work like new !
Thanks again Rob
Mike
by captaincable
Wed Jun 24, 2015 5:54 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Time Clock Not Vertical
Replies: 14
Views: 4456

Re: Time Clock Not Vertical

dont think so, Im gonna go check after work....pretty sure that would drive me BONKERS. for instance: My FZ-1 had been dropped while unloading from a truck, and bent a single bracket, the tiny fairing was crooked by like 1/4" Bothered me every time I rode it, and I went crazy trying to fix it ...
by captaincable
Fri Jun 19, 2015 3:26 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: New Guy
Replies: 11
Views: 4231

Re: New Guy

Welcome, New Guy! You will fit right in here. You've got lots of experience and, no doubt, lots of knowledge to contribute here. And that is something that the folks on this board excel in - experience, knowledge and help. Little or no nonsense, boasting, bragging or BSing. I think you will find a ...
by captaincable
Thu Jun 18, 2015 6:32 pm
Forum: R1100R
Topic: rear inner fender for r850r /r1100r
Replies: 4
Views: 4016

Re: rear inner fender for r850r /r1100r

Thanks I will keep my eye out!
by captaincable
Thu Jun 18, 2015 6:24 am
Forum: R1100R
Topic: rear inner fender for r850r /r1100r
Replies: 4
Views: 4016

Re: rear inner fender for r850r /r1100r

Thanks WineGuyd, its the part that attaches to it that goes under the seat over the tire, I have the existing part repaired but would not mind replacing it as I am selling the bike.
BeemerBone yard only charges $25 if when they have one, I am on the list,
Thanks again
Mike
by captaincable
Sat May 16, 2015 9:06 am
Forum: R1100R
Topic: rear inner fender for r850r /r1100r
Replies: 4
Views: 4016

rear inner fender for r850r /r1100r

I need one for my bike looked at Beemer Bone yard no luck does anyone know of a source for one.
by captaincable
Sat May 16, 2015 9:03 am
Forum: R1100R
Topic: rear inner fender for r850r /r1100r
Replies: 0
Views: 2315

rear inner fender for r850r /r1100r

I need one for my bike looked at Beemer Bone yard no luck does anyone know of a source for one.
by captaincable
Sat Apr 11, 2015 7:43 am
Forum: R1100R
Topic: Starting Very Rich
Replies: 2
Views: 2432

Re: Starting Very Rich

Try some injection cleaner follow the instructions! someone shelled a motor using too much seafoam , is the fuel old? has it been doing this for more than one tank of fuel? Any chugging at low speeds? Search the site for similar issues there is a good chance you will find the fix. I have 55k approx....
by captaincable
Wed Mar 11, 2015 6:35 am
Forum: R1250R + RS (2015+)
Topic: 2015 R1200R Owners Thread
Replies: 73
Views: 29382

Re: The 2015 Lost R1200R

Thanks for all the input and pix of your beautiful machine.
Mike
by captaincable
Sat Feb 28, 2015 8:24 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Clutch slipping in high gear
Replies: 46
Views: 14059

Re: Clutch slipping in high gear

Cycle Rob helped me ( I guess it was more of me watching and helping him ) split my bike and lubed the splines as well as other maintenance at 53k, was a lot of work suggest keeping up with photos along the way, I was worried that my clutch was about gone but it measured to have at least half life l...
by captaincable
Fri Jan 23, 2015 8:15 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: the music in your ears !!
Replies: 44
Views: 13182

Re: the music in your ears !!

I just re- discovered the " Outlaws" Ghost Riders in The Sky and some more of their favorites. Also listening to a lot of the "Ventures" forgot how many hits they had.
Fun stuff
by captaincable
Wed Dec 03, 2014 8:08 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Brake Hoses on R1150 R
Replies: 4
Views: 2688

Re: Brake Hoses on R1150 R

My r850 is a 1997 and a lot of the hoses have gone bad , fuel lines that have poured down to a hot exhaust and sizzled that will get your attention ! This happened 3 times the first time a hose split the next two times it was because of inferior clamps that I bought from AutoZone, CycleRob helped me...
by captaincable
Wed Nov 26, 2014 8:29 pm
Forum: Off-Topik!!!!!
Topic: Cheers
Replies: 2
Views: 2832

Cheers

Have a happy and safe Holiday Season.
by captaincable
Fri Nov 21, 2014 7:39 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Brake Bleed Question (rear brake feels soft).
Replies: 3
Views: 1842

Re: Brake Bleed Question (rear brake feels soft).

Look up CycleRobs posts on brakes if you want to correctly maintain your brakes , he got my brakes to work great with a few maintenance procedures and I have a older 1997 without abs. They work smoothly with the brake pads wearing evenly and brakes strong no mushy feeling. Btw the stainless brake li...
by captaincable
Fri Oct 31, 2014 8:09 am
Forum: R1100R
Topic: 1150 wheel fitment question
Replies: 9
Views: 6031

Re: 1150 wheel fitment question

Hi Poppou I ride a 97 R850 and have had similar thoughts but the bike is still growing on me after a couple of years, I wish it had more power although as CrazyCam said it does everything I need ,I am not a big fan of the three spokes, although they are easy to maintain. At over 54k the engine purrs...
by captaincable
Fri Oct 24, 2014 6:33 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: My seat is crushing my-well you know...
Replies: 25
Views: 10410

Re: My seat is crushing my-well you know...

I have bar backs and risers on my R850 and they make the cables tight just make sure they are not " Ty-Wrapped " too tight.
Mike
by captaincable
Fri Oct 17, 2014 11:39 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Awful transmission noise
Replies: 15
Views: 5967

Re: Awful transmission noise

Make a rough meter as CycleRob suggested and a manometer for a total of less than $10-15 and use the rest for a new farkle. They are so simple to make and fun to use and what a sweet sound as the bike comes into "tune".
Enjoy
Mike