The BMW GS boxer twin thread

[NordieBoy]

Shuddup ya jafa.
:facepalm:

[Padmei]

Just another FABULOUS Aucklander:yes:

[Padmei]

Hey Eddie Do you want to sell your glovebox seperately? My sunglasses & minties keep sliding off when I'm wheelieing:innocent:

[Underground]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-321954116.htm
wouldnt it be nice to have a bit of spare cash burning a hole in your pocket :yes:
This one looks like a goodie

[Padmei]

Is it just my eyes or does it look like the rear drive has shit all over it?

[Eddieb]

It does look like there's something leaking in the Final Drive.

[Waihou Thumper]

It does look like there's something leaking in the Final Drive.

:facepalm: It is just mud.....He doesn't realise it......
It looks tidy guys right? .......:gob:

[Waihou Thumper]

It does look like there's something leaking in the Final Drive.

He did offer....

[Padmei]

Dunno this bike doesn't sit right with me - no details & only 2 pics from a reasonable distance away. Sat for 5 years??

[Underground]

It was probably hung in the basement on one of those pushbike hook things and all the oil ran to the back is all .

[junkmanjoe]

Dunno this bike doesn't sit right with me

after seeing your color design on your one..:facepalm:......dose any thing sit right with you..

JMJ

[Squiggles]

Sale fall through Eddie?

[Eddieb]

Sale fall through Eddie?

Nope, no sale yet. The last auction ran it's natural course without selling and I didn't get around to restarting the auction till last night.

[XF650]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-321954116.htm
wouldnt it be nice to have a bit of spare cash burning a hole in your pocket :yes:
This one looks like a goodie

This might have sold - saw identical one on trailer heading north on Saturday

[GSers]

Don't know if there is any interest in this but next month see's 30 years of the G/S celebrated in NZ with a ride from Cape Reianga to the Bluff. More information can be seen here including the ride itinerary.
http://bmworcantab.wordpress.com/

regards GSers

[Padmei]

Hi guys Neville Novice needs some help again:bye:

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=14226530#post14226530

[Howie]

30 years of the G/S celebrated in NZ with a ride from Cape Reianga to the Bluff. More information can be seen here including the ride itinerary.
http://bmworcantab.wordpress.com/

regards GSers

Looks like they have a good ride planned there. It's pity I don't have a GS, and a few extra days leave.

[NordieBoy]

Looks like they have a good ride planned there. It's pity I don't have a GS, and a few extra days leave.

Make some fake cylinders from cardboard and stick them onto the stator and clutch covers. They'll never know...

[Padmei]

Make some fake cylinders from cardboard and stick them onto the stator and clutch covers. They'll never know...

Not as easy as that - hw loud can you get your valves going? We can pick a fake at a thousand paces.:yes:

[igormortis]

I think it's open to all bikes. I also wish I could take the leave, looks like a time.

[Eddieb]

Another one

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-326962242.htm

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/12/148009312_full.jpg

[BMWST?]

Another one


jeepers the colours!!!what were they thinkin!?

[Squiggles]

Another one

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-326962242.htm


Is that the same one that was on for $6500 early this year?

[Padmei]

jeepers the colours!!!what were they thinkin!?

I can fix that:blink:

[igormortis]

Is that the same one that was on for $6500 early this year?

Looks like the same bike to me.

[Eddieb]

The auction for my bike finished Sunday, obviously I'm asking too much for it so the price will be coming down when I re list it.

[BMWST?]

The auction for my bike finished Sunday, obviously I'm asking too much for it so the price will be coming down when I re list it.

thats a pity I reckon its worth what you are askin(based on what i have seen them go for)you just need two or three people who want one at the same time!

[Padmei]

thats a pity I reckon its worth what you are askin(based on what i have seen them go for)you just need two or three people who want one at the same time!

Agreed I'm sure if any interested parties rode it they'd def buy it.

(I think you'd be better off just selling it for parts - or go right back to stock- get rid of that ridiculous Ohlins for a start & that bash plate has to go & ....:innocent::shutup:)

[igormortis]

Nah, even more farkles I reckon. Financed by an easy KTM sale. :yes:

[Oscar]

Nah, even more farkles I reckon. Financed by an easy KTM sale. :yes:

It's funny how easy these "difficult" bikes are to sell.

[Padmei]

Don't look at this what ever you do.

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=247228

[Eddieb]

Can't see the pics unless you register :(

[NordieBoy]

But the words are cool too.

[JATZ]

Spotted this the other weekend, seemed to go o.k. too...... for a clapped out old dunga :innocent:
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/SAM_0257.jpg

[That looks like fun]

Spotted this the other weekend, seemed to go o.k. too...... for a clapped out old dunga :innocent:
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/SAM_0257.jpg

The ute dont look that old :innocent:

[Padmei]

Spotted this the other weekend, seemed to go o.k. too...... for a clapped out old dunga :innocent:


Some could say the same about ...

[NordieBoy]

Some could say the same about ...

Ohhh...

Low blow :D

[JATZ]

Some could say the same about ...

Hook, line, and sinker :yes:

your tooo easy fullah :innocent:

[Padmei]

Hook, line, and sinker :yes:

your tooo easy fullah :innocent:

Uhuh No way you got pwned on that one my lil friend.

[Padmei]

Does anyone know what these are for. They say repair kit on the plastic bag. They came with the box of spares.

http://i710.photobucket.com/albums/ww103/padmei_crayfish/Schmidt/009-4.jpg

[That looks like fun]

They will be for repairing something :innocent:

[Padmei]

They will be for repairing something :innocent:

You & Dino go to school together?????

[BMWST?]

Does anyone know what these are for. They say repair kit on the plastic bag. They came with the box of spares.

http://i710.photobucket.com/albums/ww103/padmei_crayfish/Schmidt/009-4.jpg

have you looked at at that bit of paper in there?

[That looks like fun]

You & Dino go to school together?????

I didnt need schooling when I was younger :innocent: As a teenager I knew everything :woohoo:
Is there a part number on the piece of paper? Ciclip looks like the one for retaining driveshaft on my scooter but the bush and rubber washer throw me :blink:
:corn:

[Woodman]

is it a starter motor repair kit?

[Taz]

Probably a bushing and circlip for your front sprocket :yes:

[Padmei]

Looking sharp & looking for love

http://i710.photobucket.com/albums/ww103/padmei_crayfish/Schmidt/029-1.jpg

[Underground]

Nice ,we had our bus parked up on that very spot last sunday night ,cant wait to get a motorbike rack sorted for the back of it (and something to put on it !)

[BMWST?]

well two steps forward and one step back.
Have been having intermittent starting problems,thought i had solved it by tracing the wiring and finding the cliutch interlock switch wire loose in its plug under the tank,and blasting the clutch switch with crc.Installed my ohlins this afternoon(a bit more involved than the ohlins instructions suggest!) and the transformation is incredible,mind you my existing back shock was absolutely shot!.:woohoo:
So thats all good but my starting problems are back.Push the button and no response,just a very slight click,no crankin action at all.It bump starts tho...:facepalm:

recently overhauled the rear brake with new shoes and rebuilt the std caliper,both brakes MUCH better

[BMWST?]

Looking sharp & looking for love

http://i710.photobucket.com/albums/ww103/padmei_crayfish/Schmidt/029-1.jpg

looking good mate.Whats is the back tyre?

[igormortis]

Padmei- I'm almost loath to admit it, but I'm warming to that paint scheme!

BMWST - Sorry I missed you. Maybe I can check out that Ohlins in the daylight sometime though.

In the meantime I'll have a think about your start problem. Perhaps you could've swopped the loaner beancan for a loaner starter!

Also - your new brake shoes - are they gen. BMW or aftermarket? I've often heard that a good result comes from re-lined (with a greater friction material) original shoes. Together with frequent use of the rear brake to keep them bedded in.

[Eddieb]

Looking sharp & looking for love

http://i710.photobucket.com/albums/ww103/padmei_crayfish/Schmidt/029-1.jpg

It looks much better now you've learnt to paint right to the edges.

[Newguy]

Padmei- I'm almost loath to admit it, but I'm warming to that paint scheme!

:blink: hopefully not for your bike, hehe

btw I picked this one up over the weekend
<a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/IBFGX3B6yvMuOgWwnwZomg?feat=embedwebsite"><img src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_J_C8w7718vM/TNUuidKIObI/AAAAAAAADnU/iKFCRMWShZs/s800/SANY0038.JPG" /></a>

[Padmei]

BMST - bugger about the starting problem. New battery isn't it? Sorry I'm not familiar with the starting side of things so I can't be of much help. The tyre is a AC10 or something.

Igormortis I hope you're gonna keep us updated with any mods etc.

[BMWST?]

BMST - bugger about the starting problem. New battery isn't it? Sorry I'm not familiar with the starting side of things so I can't be of much help. The tyre is a AC10 or something.

Igormortis I hope you're gonna keep us updated with any mods etc.

i dont THINK its the battery.It did it last weekend too but i thought i had fixed it.I am still convinced it related to the system to prevent starting in gear if clutch is not pulled in

[BMWST?]

:blink: hopefully not for your bike, hehe

btw I picked this one up over the weekend

thats looks very very tidy!

[BMWST?]

Padmei- I'm almost loath to admit it, but I'm warming to that paint scheme!

BMWST - Sorry I missed you. Maybe I can check out that Ohlins in the daylight sometime though.

In the meantime I'll have a think about your start problem. Perhaps you could've swopped the loaner beancan for a loaner starter!

Also - your new brake shoes - are they gen. BMW or aftermarket? I've often heard that a good result comes from re-lined (with a greater friction material) original shoes. Together with frequent use of the rear brake to keep them bedded in.

not sure Mike found the problem when he put on the new trye for warrant.I owe him for new shoes

[NordieBoy]

Also - your new brake shoes - are they gen. BMW or aftermarket? I've often heard that a good result comes from re-lined (with a greater friction material) original shoes. Together with frequent use of the rear brake to keep them bedded in.

We got the brake place to bond truck material to the XR shoes.

After the 6-hour cross country they were still only 1/3 bedded :woohoo:

They will outlast the bike...

[igormortis]

:blink: hopefully not for your bike, hehe

Don't worry, I wouldn't go that far.


btw I picked this one up over the weekend

Nice. Were you looking for one since you left? That looks like a good one. Any plans for it?

[GSers]

The ride is on its way down the country from Cape Reinga to the Bluff you can see photos here.
http://bmworcantab.wordpress.com/
I will be heading to the South Island this Saturday to join in and hopefully see some great country side and trails I haven't ridden yet. This is a fundraiser for the westpac helicopters so if you feel the need there are links on the site to make a donation.
Cheers GSers

[Eddieb]

The ride is on its way down the country from Cape Reinga to the Bluff you can see photos here.
http://bmworcantab.wordpress.com/
I will be heading to the South Island this Saturday to join in and hopefully see some great country side and trails I haven't ridden yet. This is a fundraiser for the westpac helicopters so if you feel the need there are links on the site to make a donation.
Cheers GSers

Gerard, I got all excited thinking you were going to update us with your GS build.

[GSers]

Gerard, I got all excited thinking you were going to update us with your GS build.

Eddie its still happening but the last couple of weeks I have had other things on.
ie: South Island last weekend for a BMWOR Rally Good Bike and back down there again this weekend on the Ruffy for the anniversary ride. I have had a bit of prep work to do on the bikes. Back to the YZ1150RR I have just about finished building the jig so I can build the frame making sure that everthing is lined up correcttly I bought a lathe so I could make the parts saves paying some other bugger. Once the jig is finished I need to turn up the new steering head and then bits and pieces and the the frame should start coming together. I have taken photos as I go so a report will be in order once it is further down the track.
Catch up again soon regards GSers

[Padmei]

If I keep my stock rear shock is it possible to get it rebuilt custom to my weight etc? Is it worth it?

What would I gain with a more expensive shock - i'm pretty much set & forget - not into tinkering with settings & stuff.

[igor]

got a second hand ohlins shock for $150. my weight. its heaven and so much faster through the twisties.

standard shock is crap

[Padmei]

got a second hand ohlins shock for $150. my weight. its heaven and so much faster through the twisties.

standard shock is crap

How & where & does it have all the gadgety things??? Why is it heaven - what do you gain in real actual riding terms - ie rear wheel sticks to the ground over corrugations - that kind of thing???

[igor]

it ignores bumps and rides like ac arpet. 15kmh faster around corners, makes bike track like a train

has remote and can adjust if 1 or 2 up. worth every cent. also spring for my weight

[BMWST?]

If I keep my stock rear shock is it possible to get it rebuilt custom to my weight etc? Is it worth it?

What would I gain with a more expensive shock - i'm pretty much set & forget - not into tinkering with settings & stuff.

as far as i know the std shock is not rebuildable.Some clever bastard could make it so i suppose.My rear shock was absolutely had it.In comparison i dont even feel bumps and dips in the road that had my old shock in fits.
I send you my old shock if you want it.I was gonna go and see Damon at cycle works to see if he could make it rebuildabale(ie able to take it apart to replace seals and alter damping change fluids etc)

[Padmei]

as far as i know the std shock is not rebuildable.Some clever bastard could make it so i suppose.My rear shock was absolutely had it.In comparison i dont even feel bumps and dips in the road that had my old shock in fits.
I send you my old shock if you want it.I was gonna go and see Damon at cycle works to see if he could make it rebuildabale(ie able to take it apart to replace seals and alter damping change fluids etc)

Thanks ST but I already have 3 stock shocks & 2 of them are stuffed - the one on the bike at the mo had some oil on it after the ride in the weekend so I'm wondering if I rooted the seal on the off road bits

[topo]

the guy's down at Dirt Action Services in CHCH can rebuild "non-rebuildable" shocks, they sucessfully rebuilt the standard PD shock off my old man's bike.

[NordieBoy]

the guy's down at Dirt Action Services in CHCH can rebuild "non-rebuildable" shocks, they sucessfully rebuilt the standard PD shock off my old man's bike.

There's also a guy in Nelson who does that. Or there was.
Shane took my Nordie shock to him and he rebuilt it without an internal 5mm spacer which gained me 2.5cm travel.

[Eddieb]

I could sell you an Ohlins, comes with heaps of spare parts for you bike, a whole bikes worth in fact! ;)

[BMWST?]

I could sell you an Ohlins, comes with heaps of spare parts for you bike, a whole bikes worth in fact! ;)

let me guess the parts are 5000 and you will throw in the Ohlins too?

[Eddieb]

If someone caught me in a moment of weakness I might almost swap it for a big tanked DR650.

[Waihou Thumper]

If someone caught me in a moment of weakness I might almost swap it for a big tanked DR650.


The time is right, the time is right folks...Strike, the iron is hot! Eddie is seeing sense with a purpose.....The Aussies may have something to do with this....due to a certain DVD he just got?

[NordieBoy]

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no.


Do not tempt me....


You bastard.




That's just being evil...


:angry:

[Waihou Thumper]

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no.


Do not tempt me....


You bastard.




That's just being evil...


:angry:

Come on, come on mate...fess up and dangle a carrot....I might even be tempted....really.

[Eddieb]

I've seen what you've done to your bike.

[Waihou Thumper]

I've seen what you've done to your bike.

:) seen what you done to yours too.....:woohoo:

[JATZ]

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no.


Do not tempt me....


You bastard.




That's just being evil...


:angry:

Be no good for you Nordie :nono:... nothing left to farkle on it :facepalm:

[Eddieb]

Be no good for you Nordie :nono:... nothing left to farkle on it :facepalm:

He could fit his other DR forks that are on the 400F to it seeing as that project has halted.

[Squiggles]

That be mighty tempting

[Phreaky Phil]

Be no good for you Nordie :nono:... nothing left to farkle on it :facepalm:
On an Airhead Beemer, money is your ONLY limitation to farkling. :yes:

[Box'a'bits]

On an Airhead Beemer, money is your ONLY limitation to farkling. :yes:
Case in Point....:facepalm: .....To quote Dr Frank N. Stein. 'Its alliiiiveee!!!....'
Sure is ugly though..

[BMWST?]

On an Airhead Beemer, money is your ONLY limitation to farkling. :yes:

you can buy a shock that is nearly 50 percent of the value of a PD!

[NordieBoy]

Be no good for you Nordie :nono:... nothing left to farkle on it :facepalm:

Bars, seat, forks, ride height, paintjob, headlight, fairing...



Noooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!

[GSers]

The ride is on its way down the country from Cape Reinga to the Bluff you can see photos here.
http://bmworcantab.wordpress.com/
I will be heading to the South Island this Saturday to join in and hopefully see some great country side and trails I haven't ridden yet. This is a fundraiser for the westpac helicopters so if you feel the need there are links on the site to make a donation.
Cheers GSers

Well its now been there and done that !!! WHAT A BLAST !!!:yes::yes::yes:
Up the Rakaia River around behind Mt Hutt coming out a Lake Herion to Mount Sommers From there carrying onto Black Forest Station and Danseys Pass, The next day it was the Old Dunstan Trail in the morning and the the Nevis in the afternoon before stopping in Queenstown for the night Best days riding ever !!!!! The next morning the bikes are loaded on a barge (approx 20 bikes) and taken across to Walter Peak Station down to the Mavora Lakes and then on to Te Anau from there I let the group carry on to Bluff and I headed back north back tracking some roads we had done ie Danseys Haka & Mackenzie Pass to Rangiora for the night before the final leg back to the ferry and home. For me it was a total of 2908 kms Much Enjoyed. Thanks to the Organisers
regards GSers

[barrie]

Big thanks to the organisers and people that made it all run smoothly. I joined in Picton and left in Waipiata. Best riding that I have ever done. Great tracks, Great people, Great hosts, pretty much everything went as clockwork. Everybodies effort in getting it together was truly appreciated. Sounds like you had a blast over the Nevis and down to Bluff. Cheers.

[Newguy]

up and running. did some riding last weekend. You really notice the difference between the mono and the para when doing some tech riding over rocks. especially on the uphills when you have the power down. The torque really stiffens up the rear and its like riding a hardtail, will take some getting used to again.

Added fairing and PD tank too. Just need some lowered pegs urgently though.

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_J_C8w7718vM/TOqihEYjsTI/AAAAAAAADqE/xnf5KNPuY-Y/s640/SANY0096.JPG

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_J_C8w7718vM/TOqih64_3zI/AAAAAAAADqI/flI4bzXn-90/s640/SANY0101.JPG

[Padmei]

Looks great NG. What sort of lowered pegs you gonna get. Whatb are these going for in SA if you don't mind me asking?

[Ian.S]

So I don't hijack the thread I've linked my WTB but can anyone help me http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/131599-WTB-R100GSPD-side-cover?p=1129921184#post1129921184


It was truly an epic ride.:woohoo:

Cheers

Ian

[Padmei]

Anyone mentioned this one for sale yet? Looks very noice.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-326962242.htm

[BMWST?]

Anyone mentioned this one for sale yet? Looks very noice.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-326962242.htm

i think that has been posted before.Gawd i think some of the colours are hideous

[Eddieb]

Anyone mentioned this one for sale yet? Looks very noice.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-326962242.htm

Yep, it's been readvertised a couple of times now.

[Padmei]

I like this too. Someones spent a lot of time on the polisher.

I like the indicators & headlite bracket but the front master cylinder is a bit off.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-333947776.htm

[Woodman]

I like this too. Someones spent a lot of time on the polisher.

I like the indicators & headlite bracket but the front master cylinder is a bit off.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-333947776.htm

Thats cool. :yes:

[sfordnz]

bike tranz dropped off my new ugly duckling today
1995 1100gs 29,000kms
i live 2kms from work and some how it took 49kms to get home
:yes::yes::yes::yes::yes::yes::yes::yes::yes::yes: :yes::yes:

[Padmei]

Yahoo. well put up some pics man- you've had hours!!:sunny:

[sfordnz]

Yahoo. well put up some pics man- you've had hours!!:sunny:



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upload work first time , thats a first for a first first time

[Padmei]

I can see that thing leaving some long tyremarks down the Molesworth - good stuff- just the thing for a 2k commute each morning - that's if you can bring yourself to turn into the work carpark:scooter:

ps only 3 or so more weeks till Molesworth & rainbow open:yes:

[GSers]

Looks a geat bike they always look good in red. Enjoy having just done part of the GS Anniversery Ride its amazing how capable these bikes are.
regards GSers

[That looks like fun]

Red ones go fastest :scooter:



GENTLEMEN!! Let the Farkeling commence :woohoo:

[That looks like fun]

http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/7110381/

[XF650]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAUhV1r-kUo&feature=player_embedded

[Padmei]

Cheers for that. She is a pretty regular contributor to Adv rider.

Are there any other GS' doing the Dusty Butt? Not sure if I will take Gonzo or Schmidtty...

[Aslan]

Cheers for that. She is a pretty regular contributor to Adv rider.

Are there any other GS' doing the Dusty Butt? Not sure if I will take Gonzo or Schmidtty...

Craig - would certainly like the BMW performance going to and from the event - however, I appreciate the light weight / increased confidence factor of the DR so the DR wins. From my experience last year, for most sections a big GS would be fine - a challenge for single track and some of the many stream crossings.

[nooles]

Well don't I feel like a right plonker:doh:, I have been trying to get a battery for my 01 1150GS that doesn't have heated grips or ABS so it has a 14AH battery in it not the 19AH that the others do. In the battery compartment it looked as tho a spacer had been spot welded in to take up the room that the bigger battery would have needed, I didn't want to cut it out as I want the bike to remain factory. Everyone kept saying that the BMW only came out with the 19AH battery, quick search on the net proves they didn't but never mind.Well seeing as Im not allowed to ride for a little while I thought right lets get this tank off and cut this spacer out(quite an easy bike to work on one armed). I removed the 4 nuts holding down the battery box but it wouldn't come off (cables and shit clamped underneath) but while I was down there what did I see F...in nuts holding that spacer in, oh f..k good one. So I undid the one on the right side and went over to the left to undo those 2 but the air intake is in the way, so undo the aircleaner screws and WTF the filter is covered in feathers, I looked down the tube and there has been a bird stuck in there for some time, I thought it felt alittle sluggish last ride:facepalm:
The battery had lasted 9.5 years so I spose a new one had to come some time, it will now be the big one tho $235:whocares:

[Waihou Thumper]

so undo the aircleaner screws and WTF the filter is covered in feathers, I looked down the tube and there has been a bird stuck in there for some time, I thought it felt alittle sluggish last ride:facepalm:


You mean to say, you rode the other bike and neglected the Beemer so much, you had a family nesting in your airbox.....:msn-wink:
Any feathers being spat out of the exhaust? Roast Chicken smell on start up? and I bet you thought it was the neighbours Sunday roast too....:)

[_Shrek_]

Well don't I feel like a right plonker:doh:, I have been trying to get a battery for my 01 1150GS that doesn't have heated grips or ABS so it has a 14AH battery in it not the 19AH that the others do. In the battery compartment it looked as tho a spacer had been spot welded in to take up the room that the bigger battery would have needed, I didn't want to cut it out as I want the bike to remain factory. Everyone kept saying that the BMW only came out with the 19AH battery, quick search on the net proves they didn't but never mind.Well seeing as Im not allowed to ride for a little while I thought right lets get this tank off and cut this spacer out(quite an easy bike to work on one armed). I removed the 4 nuts holding down the battery box but it wouldn't come off (cables and shit clamped underneath) but while I was down there what did I see F...in nuts holding that spacer in, oh f..k good one. So I undid the one on the right side and went over to the left to undo those 2 but the air intake is in the way, so undo the aircleaner screws and WTF the filter is covered in feathers, I looked down the tube and there has been a bird stuck in there for some time, I thought it felt alittle sluggish last ride:facepalm:
The battery had lasted 9.5 years so I spose a new one had to come some time, it will now be the big one tho $235:whocares:

:laugh: about the feathers

but the the spacer in the batt box is not for a bigger or smaller batt, the front compartment is for the ABS if you had one the 14AH & 19AH are same size but one has more plates

[NordieBoy]

That's worse than when we started Underground's new Dommy up at home. A moth got blown out the exhaust, stumbled around for a bit and then flew away :D

[dino3310]

Well don't I feel like a right plonker:doh:, undo those 2 but the air intake is in the way, so undo the aircleaner screws and WTF the filter is covered in feathers, I looked down the tube and there has been a bird stuck in there for some time, I thought it felt alittle sluggish last ride:facepalm:
:

:killingme

better have a look at the BIG mate there could be a nest in there weather it bird or mason bees :laugh:

[nooles]

:laugh: about the feathers

but the the spacer in the batt box is not for a bigger or smaller batt, the front compartment is for the ABS if you had one the 14AH & 19AH are same size but one has more plates

Yeah the 14AH Battery is not as high as the 19AH so a spacer (block) was bolted in at the factory, now that I have takin that block out the taller 19AH will fit in no worries. The original battery was only 135mm high but same dimensions width and depth, but none in NZ it appears. The space infront of the battery is quite a large unused area on my bike.

[Kokopelli]

The space infront of the battery is quite a large unused area on my bike.
Apparently some people have installed a small air compressor in there. I suppose it's a conversation starter.....

[nooles]

Apparently some people have installed a small air compressor in there. I suppose it's a conversation starter.....

What a friggin BRILLIANT idea:niceone:

[Gremlin]

I have now officially joined you nutcases and have a small tractor parked a few metres away (and I'm only half joking - god, you have to take it into normal surroundings to realise how large the tank and engine make it :eek:)

And in crazy BMW fashion, I've owned it less than an hour, 2nd stop in Mount Maunganui (catching up with DMNTD) I pop into a BP for a sandwich and drink. As I finish, a fella named Ray is filling his RT, he says hello as he passes, then we strike up a conversation. I notice the badge on his shoulder, making him one of 17 riders to complete the Super Tour.

Only on a BMW huh? :niceone:

[Highlander]

So since this thread is dedicated to the GS is there another BMW thread that I failed to find (other than the ones about Gunny Robs sagas)?

[Eddieb]

That be mighty tempting

It's still here.

[_Shrek_]

The space infront of the battery is quite a large unused area on my bike.

it's the same on mine it's where the ABS goes if you had one

[BMWST?]

it's the same on mine it's where the ABS goes if you had one

lots of people think we all full a BS

[_Shrek_]

lots of people think we all full a BS

:laugh: then one day they wake up & find out some of these old farts actually know what they talk'n about

[Padmei]

I have now officially joined you nutcases and have a small tractor parked a few metres away (and I'm only half joking - god, you have to take it into normal surroundings to realise how large the tank and engine make it :eek:)
:niceone:



Well there must be a story behind the purchase- share with the class please:whistle:

[Gremlin]

The shop made me a great offer I couldn't refuse. So I didn't and now own a different bike. The End.

I'll blog it up at a point I have some time. :)

[Kokopelli]

I have now officially joined you nutcases and have a small tractor parked a

So which tractor did you get?

I see you also have an SMT. Got to do the Coro loop on a friends SMT. While I liked the bike, I could not get over the feel of the throttle. Way too highly strung for me. But I suppose that's no surprise coming from an R1150GS.

Mine is due for the 140000km service, so it's finally run in.

[Gremlin]

So which tractor did you get?

I see you also have an SMT. Got to do the Coro loop on a friends SMT. While I liked the bike, I could not get over the feel of the throttle. Way too highly strung for me. But I suppose that's no surprise coming from an R1150GS.

Mine is due for the 140000km service, so it's finally run in.
2010 R1200GSA, the demo from Mount Motorcycles.

No SM... Mount Motorcycles has it... must get around to updating... Twas (and still is) an excellent bike, but not quite suited to thousand km a day etc. Tank range and seat far better on BMW (along with a bunch of other stuff). I am missing some of the performance and handling of the KTM tho :weird:

[Taz]

http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/7110381/

Awesome! Poser :lol: Are BMW's the new harley?

[Kokopelli]

2010 R1200GSA, the demo from Mount Motorcycles.
I am missing some of the performance and handling of the KTM tho :weird:

That's quite a bike you've bought. I've never ridden an R1200GS, apart from a short stint on an HP2 around town. Not sure what the handling is like.

Mostly I think that a bike that handles well will make someone look a better rider, but more power will do stuff-all for your riding. You'll have to get used to the feedback of the front end. Once you do, you'll probably find that it handles just as well if not better, than your KTM did.

Have they changed the indicators on the new GS as well? I love the old BMW indicator system, couldn't be easier to use, no need to dislocate your thumb to reach and oddly placed switch.

I hope you do enjoy it. I'd love to have one.

[Gremlin]

The GSA power delivery is a little more restrained, doesn't quite bark as much, so I'm finding mid corner speed and acceleration is down a little, but I just need to ride the bike for a few thousand km. The BMW suspension feels more remote, whereas the KTM felt like my hands on the ground.

Handling for a bike weighing more than a quarter of a ton is still fantastic, and low speed handling is the best of any bike I have ridden. Indicators are still the "special" BMW ones, but I find I'm getting better at using them. 2011 still has the BMW indicators.

[Eddieb]

The GSA power delivery is a little more restrained, doesn't quite bark as much, so I'm finding mid corner speed and acceleration is down a little, but I just need to ride the bike for a few thousand km. The BMW suspension feels more remote, whereas the KTM felt like my hands on the ground.

Handling for a bike weighing more than a quarter of a ton is still fantastic, and low speed handling is the best of any bike I have ridden. Indicators are still the "special" BMW ones, but I find I'm getting better at using them. 2011 still has the BMW indicators.

Whereas on the KTM you ride the top end power, on the GS you ride the midrange.

[Gremlin]

Never rode the KTM on the top end actually, as the fuel economy became a laugh (and so your range suffers). Did 1 track day, 10L / 100km trying to pass the 600's in my way.

[Kokopelli]

The BMW suspension feels more remote, whereas the KTM felt like my hands on the ground.

You are still getting feedback, you just haven't yet learned what it's telling you.

[igormortis]

Saw a very nice bumblebee GSPD today, parked on Stout St/Lambton Quay. Had a bunch of goodies - WP rear shock, 320mm front brake, oil filler valve cover, Touratech cases, Wudo screen - and looked tidy indeed. Anyone here know it?

[Padmei]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/133824-R80-G-S-01-1982-for-sale-(needs-repair)?p=1129969102#post1129969102

ahem....

[Gremlin]

I like goodies... here's one the evil Devil linked me to... http://www.advdesigns.net/r1gsaenguex.html

[Gremlin]

Finally got around to writing it up and some pics: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/entry.php/1940-My-new-Steed!-%2815-01-2011%29

[Richard Mc F]

Finally got around to writing it up and some pics: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/entry.php/1940-My-new-Steed!-%2815-01-2011%29

Why have you not showed me your new toy.........there could be trouble over this :mad:

[Gremlin]

Why have you not showed me your new toy.........there could be trouble over this :mad:
Not like I could tempt you to ride it anyway.

I did actually come on the Tuesday right after, but you weren't there (normal day off). This last week, Tuesday again, I was in the area (figured you wouldn't be there). You really should work more :lol:

[Magua]

I've recently bought myself a boxer, a '91 r80. I'm after an air-filter for it.

Shipping from the UK is rather expensive. :P Where do you lot get your spares from?

Cheers.

[Padmei]

I've recently bought myself a boxer, a '91 r80. I'm after an air-filter for it.

Shipping from the UK is rather expensive. :P Where do you lot get your spares from?

Cheers.

I get all my stuff from motobins or motoworks inthe UK. There is a guy in Blenheim on Trademe that sells consumerables. If you search for bmw parts on the motorcycles section he should come up.


There you go I found him
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Other/auction-353528468.htm

[Magua]

I get all my stuff from motobins or motoworks inthe UK. There is a guy in Blenheim on Trademe that sells consumerables. If you search for bmw parts on the motorcycles section he should come up.


There you go I found him
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Other/auction-353528468.htm

Cheers!

I'll keep my eye on that trademe user.

I've ordered some stuff from motobins. Motorworks, however, their postage rates are ridiculous!

[BMWST?]

post up here when you want something I am sure you will get someone who wants something too and some shared postage can be arrange.For one of things like filters etc i just go local.

[Taz]

I've recently bought myself a boxer, a '91 r80. I'm after an air-filter for it.


Cheers.

That's not a bad swap. I'll swap you a used R1100GS air filter for your R80.

[marks]

The new GS model - something for you guys to aspire to

perhaps having to reach up to grasp those apehangers strengthens the arms so they don't get so tired going snip snip snip all day at the salon

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/78/159576678_full.jpg

[Eddieb]

The new GS model - something for you guys to aspire to

perhaps having to reach up to grasp those apehangers strengthens the arms so they don't get so tired going snip snip snip all day at the salon

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/78/159576678_full.jpg

Come on Mark, you can come up with something better than that.

[NordieBoy]

I gotta get a shot of the BMW Rockster with the hangers running around Nelson.

[Eddieb]

My R100GS PD is back on Trade Me. I thought I had a buyer, he was keen enough to click Buy Now on Trade me but his lack of contact seems to indicate the deal is off.

So $4500 cash takes away the coolest PD around: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=354627484

[marks]

Come on Mark, you can come up with something better than that.

Actually you are right - it wasnt as clever as I thought
after your heartless jibe I started looking for worse. I couldn't believe that someone actually put apehanngers on a bmw (sort of like being a gay bogan - its almost an oxymoron) but I have just discovered that they came from bmw like that - what were they thinking? - no wonder Hitler got upset when they replaced his vfr with a beemer.

[Eddieb]

Actually you are right - it wasnt as clever as I thought
after your heartless jibe I started looking for worse. I couldn't believe that someone actually put apehanngers on a bmw (sort of like being a gay bogan - its almost an oxymoron) but I have just discovered that they came from bmw like that - what were they thinking? - no wonder Hitler got upset when they replaced his vfr with a beemer.

:) Someone even thought it was cool enough, or paid someone enough, to get one of them featured in a James Bond movie.

[marks]

My R100GS PD is back on Trade Me. I thought I had a buyer, he was keen enough to click Buy Now on Trade me but his lack of contact seems to indicate the deal is off.

So $4500 cash takes away the coolest PD around: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=354627484

shit thats good buying - if I had more time I'd buy it and rebuild it just for the fun of it (not that it needs it)

did you buy the DR that I told Andy to bid against you one?

[Eddieb]

shit thats good buying - if I had more time I'd buy it and rebuild it just for the fun of it (not that it needs it)

did you buy the DR that I told Andy to bid against you one?

You told him? you fuckers cost me $250. Bastards

[Padmei]

The new GS model - something for you guys to aspire to

perhaps having to reach up to grasp those apehangers strengthens the arms so they don't get so tired going snip snip snip all day at the salon

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/78/159576678_full.jpg

I actully like those so upyour bums

[Box'a'bits]

I actully like those so upyour bums
Cult motorcycle right there. I'm told they are good sidecar tugs. :yes:

[Padmei]

Cult motorcycle right there. I'm told they are good sidecar tugs. :yes:

Dunno aboutusing one for a hack - the car would haveto be pretty shiny or they woudn't match too well. I remeber seeing one when They first came out- beautiful.

[marks]

You told him? you fuckers cost me $250. Bastards

Actually I didn't - I was just seeing if I could get a bite.

Have you picked it up yet?


I actully like those so upyour bums

fix your fecking spacebar

and if you like the look of that travesty of bad taste then you don't deserve to own a klr and I formally request that you sell it.

[young1]

Actually I didn't - I was just seeing if I could get a bite.

Have you picked it up yet?



fix your fecking spacebar

and if you like the look of that travesty of bad taste then you don't deserve to own a klr and I formally request that you sell it.

Streuth Mark you are in fine form, menopause?

[marks]

Streuth Mark you are in fine form, menopause?

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[Woodman]

Ggeeeez Eddie you are making that a great buy. If I could sell the klr (only ridden on Sundays)I would take it in a flash, but until Mrs Woodman becomes gainfully employed again spending more money on motorbikes may well be a bridge too far. Times is tough out there aye?

Will keep an eye on it though.

[Eddieb]

Ggeeeez Eddie you are making that a great buy. If I could sell the klr (only ridden on Sundays)I would take it in a flash, but until Mrs Woodman becomes gainfully employed again spending more money on motorbikes may well be a bridge too far. Times is tough out there aye?

Will keep an eye on it though.

Nah, you need a 950 you do, it fit you like a glove.

[Woodman]

Nah, you need a 950 you do, it fit you like a glove.

Gotta admit that just sitting on yours felt just about perfect. Thats why I didn't take it for a ride when padmei told me too. Too much temptation.
Dunno whether to go more dirty or more roady really. ????????????

The BMWs at the moment have a lot of appeal, even though I have only ridden one about 100 metres, and didn't particularly like it. Go figure

[Padmei]

The BMWs at the moment have a lot of appeal, even though I have only ridden one about 100 metres, and didn't particularly like it. Go figure

Don't get sucked in by the hype- they're purely for working on:sunny:

If the XR650 was leccy start it would be perfect for you I reckon.

[topo]

Woodman, you've got 950se or HP2 written all over ya:yes: or maybe a ct110 with nitro:facepalm:

[Box'a'bits]

Woodman, you've got 950se or HP2 written all over ya:yes: or maybe a ct110 with nitro:facepalm:
Less Body Work is more....:shutup:

[Eddieb]

Both my auctions were started within 10 minutes of each other last night and the PD has 50% more views and 4 times as many watchers as the 950 so far.

I've had offers to swap the PD for a RS road BMW, and to swap the 950 plus cash for an '07 1200 GS.

[NordieBoy]

Any ideas how long a pair of sticky outy cylinders would last with Woodman driving?

[Eddieb]

Any ideas how long a pair of sticky outy cylinders would last with Woodman driving?

I would be impressed if he broke them, they are pretty strong.

[Woodman]

Any ideas how long a pair of sticky outy cylinders would last with Woodman driving?

Ages, it would be purely a road bike with maybe a wee bit of gravel if any caught my eye.

[bart]

Both my auctions were started within 10 minutes of each other last night and the PD has 50% more views and 4 times as many watchers as the 950 so far.

I've had offers to swap the PD for a RS road BMW, and to swap the 950 plus cash for an '07 1200 GS.

Haha, off topic, but I got offered a jetski for my car. Told the guy the only place to ride it around here would be the shit ponds. :shutup:

[Eddieb]

I've just been watching some of the footage of the Australasian Safari I got on my DVD today and someone was racing a mono GS in it. It sounds pretty mean too.

[Box'a'bits]

I've just been watching some of the footage of the Australasian Safari I got on my DVD today and someone was racing a mono GS in it. It sounds pretty mean too.
It was a Paul Rooney special R65 taken out to 850. Dr 650 Safari Tank. Noice

[Padmei]

It was a Paul Rooney special R65 taken out to 850. Dr 650 Safari Tank. Noice

got any pics? Sounds like a cheap mod for the tank.

[Eddieb]

got any pics? Sounds like a cheap mod for the tank.

You obviously haven't looked up the price for a DR650 Safari tank then. $590US, $649AU, plus shipping.

[NordieBoy]

You obviously haven't looked up the price for a DR650 Safari tank then. $590US, $649AU, plus shipping.

How big is the GS tank normally?

[Oscar]

How big is the GS tank normally?

32 litres on mine:yes:

[Eddieb]

How big is the GS tank normally?

Padders stock one, 24 or 26 litres, I can't remember
Oscar's obviously proud of his 32 on the G/S PD
The GS PD is 35
BMWRSNUTter's HPN one is 40.

[Oscar]

Padders stock one, 24 or 26 litres, I can't remember
Oscar's obviously proud of his 32 on the G/S PD
The GS PD is 35
BMWRSNUTter's HPN one is 40.

It's not the size, it's what you do with it...

[Padmei]

You obviously haven't looked up the price for a DR650 Safari tank then. $590US, $649AU, plus shipping.

Nobut I'velookedup thepriceof a DRz one & a plastictank for that kind of money is well worth it.

Still waiting for pics...

[Phreaky Phil]

Nobut I'velookedup thepriceof a DRz one & a plastictank for that kind of money is well worth it.

Still waiting for pics...Have you looked up the price of the Touratech 43l. And if you think thats expensive try some of the BMW tanks, like Oscars (although I did see some cheap-ish ones of those and the GSPD tanks. After that 800bucks for my DR tank seemed cheap

[Box'a'bits]

My 43l Nylon Touratech tank came in at EUR 638.66 (@0.5420 = NZD$1,178.34) landed ex the Farterland, which I thought was pretty good. Didn't pay any tax which was even better...:woohoo:

[JATZ]

My 43l Nylon Touratech tank came in at EUR 638.66 (@0.5420 = NZD$1,178.34) landed ex the Farterland,

:gob: Thats almost 600 l of fuel..... almost 3 44 gallon drums worth..... about 11500 k's worth......

[Eddieb]

Built from a 1999 BMW150GS, USD Front end, 32L tank, KTM fairing, etc, etc...

Too many modifications and parts to list. PM for more details.

12 Months NSW rego. Will ship interstate.

PRICE: $10,000

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=15193532&postcount=184

http://www.advrider.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=249486&stc=1&d=1297761507

[BMWST?]

:gob: Thats almost 600 l of fuel..... almost 3 44 gallon drums worth..... about 11500 k's worth......


yeah but its priceless when you 50 k from the nearest gas station......

[GSers]

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=15193532&postcount=184

http://www.advrider.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=249486&stc=1&d=1297761507

That looks familiar the story is here.
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=217713
GSers

[Padmei]

He really rates the YZ forks...Hmmmm....

[GSers]

Yes my project that is slowly making progress will be using a 450 front end and hopefully the rear shock as well given the amount of adjustments that they have.
It was good to know what spring rate he was using up front as well
Time will tell RR1150 !!!!!!!!
GSers

[Padmei]

Sounds like an interesting project GSers. Since I am going to make up a new subframe for mine, I will maybe look for some different shocks to try. No one on advrider ols cool seems to have done it so might have to give it a go.

If you are so inclined I would be interested in viewing abuild thread or even updates with pics on your project.

[GSers]

Sounds like an interesting project GSers. Since I am going to make up a new subframe for mine, I will maybe look for some different shocks to try. No one on advrider ols cool seems to have done it so might have to give it a go.

If you are so inclined I would be interested in viewing abuild thread or even updates with pics on your project.

Yeah a bit further down the track there will be pictures. Its taking a while 1 day at the weekend and the odd evening. Life goes on. So far its like this sit down and trawl all the information available.IE what other people have already done. Sit at the computer for hour after hour drawing up a frame concept and then print out pieces to see if they will actually fit made a jig turned up a steering head little lathe took forever cut all the plates required this is footrest plates steering head plates engine mounts etc etc now I have to turn up all the spacers to mount plates to the block the list goes on then there will be cut the tube and shape no hurry but if I show you now I will have to shoot you. Top secret :yes::yes::yes:
Good luck with your project. There are now alot of the 450s dropping there guts so the rolling chassis are turning up at reasonable prices. 300mm of travel that has got to be good.
GSers

[Box'a'bits]

:gob: Thats almost 600 l of fuel..... almost 3 44 gallon drums worth..... about 11500 k's worth......
Primed G/S PD 32 l Tank at Motorworks for GBP 886.91. At say 0.47 = NZD $1887.04.
Replacement for my KTM 640a 28 l tank would have been $2k+
What would a DR Big tank retail at (if you could get them)?

[Phreaky Phil]

For a while those tanks were unavailable and the only way to get one was to find an old G/S tank or get the Kalahari tank to fit the R80 Basic and they were pricey. The Euro has gotten better in the last couple of years tho.

[Padmei]

Yeah a bit further down the track there will be pictures. Its taking a while 1 day at the weekend and the odd evening. Life goes on. So far its like this sit down and trawl all the information available.IE what other people have already done. Sit at the computer for hour after hour drawing up a frame concept and then print out pieces to see if they will actually fit made a jig turned up a steering head little lathe took forever cut all the plates required this is footrest plates steering head plates engine mounts etc etc now I have to turn up all the spacers to mount plates to the block the list goes on then there will be cut the tube and shape no hurry but if I show you now I will have to shoot you. Top secret :yes::yes::yes:
Good luck with your project. There are now alot of the 450s dropping there guts so the rolling chassis are turning up at reasonable prices. 300mm of travel that has got to be good.
GSers

You have to take some pics & show them now:angry: Man I thought I was going pretty well with a mig & grinder. A lathe...far out very cool...

[JATZ]

yeah but its priceless when you 50 k from the nearest gas station......

One of the things riding the 350 has taught me is....... planning :yes: fuel stops in particular

What would a DR Big tank retail at (if you could get them)?

Does the phrase " Rare as rocking horse shit" ring a bell ?

[NordieBoy]

turned up a steering head little lathe took forever

I could turn up a little steering head on my lathe...

[Woodman]

You have to take some pics & show them now:angry: Man I thought I was going pretty well with a mig & grinder. A lathe...far out very cool...

What!!!!! You don't have a lathe??? :facepalm: Unbelievably unbelievable.

Did anyone else notice that Padmei said that he doesn't have a lathe??

[NordieBoy]

What!!!!! You don't have a lathe??? :facepalm: Unbelievably unbelievable.

Did anyone else notice that Padmei said that he doesn't have a lathe??

Don't the rules say it's 4 bikes then lathe?

[GSers]

Don't the rules say it's 4 bikes then lathe?

I think its 4 bikes worth of bits then you need a lathe to make all the bits fit back together.
GSers

[Gremlin]

One of the things riding the 350 has taught me is....... planning :yes: fuel stops in particular
I find with a bigger tank I just do a longer distance between fills, then still moan I don't have the extra 100km worth I could use...

My GSA is rated for 33L, I'm filling with 36L, and I still wish I could have a little more... :innocent:

[Box'a'bits]

Nice. I had one of these & have regretted selling it.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-355472795.htm

[Padmei]

Now that is very nice for the price. Would be a good conversion to a GS as it's already a mono, with a cool tank - A set of forks, lengthened DS & you're away.

[NordieBoy]

R80 ST for sale in Nelson too.
EddieB's new bikes previous owners wifes one...





It made sense when I wrote it...

[Pampera]

One of the things riding the 350 has taught me is....... planning :yes: fuel stops in particular


Does the phrase " Rare as rocking horse shit" ring a bell ?

350 16 litre tank is about $600 from Acerebis and still available, albeit a long wait.
Michael

[clint640]

Edit: found now thanks

A bloke touring NZ has had his bike nicked last night, from the Footprints Hostel on the beach front road south of Nelson.
http://bmwdog.com/NewZealand/1-24-12.jpg


Cheers
Clint

[Aslan]

IMO this is great - entertaining as well

http://advwisdom.hogranch.com/Wisdom/OVADv2.2.pdf

[Padmei]

Very funny
Ilike a bit of humour in what can often be quite dry precedures. I really like the" How to keep your VW alive" handbook. Very similar.

[Padmei]

A bloke touring NZ has had his bike nicked last night, from the Footprints Hostel on the beach front road south of Nelson.
http://bmwdog.com/NewZealand/1-24-12.jpg

Call the cops if you see it

Cheers
Clint

So what was the story behind the 'theft'?

[Kokopelli]

Must have been a thief in his 60's trying to relive his misspent youth.

[clint640]

So what was the story behind the 'theft'?

Apparently it got found pushed into the bushes not far from the backpackers. Maybe after banging their shins on the jugs a few times they gave up? The thieves can't have been that sharp as I'm guessing it wouldn't have taken much to hotwire.

Cheers
Clint

[That looks like fun]

Hot wiring reqires special Gherman wires as otherwise the electrical system fights it :devil2:

[GSers]

Hello all, does anyone know or have for sale any R100 / 80 gearbox parts or complete box I know someone who has destroyed there's.:facepalm::facepalm:
GSers

[Padmei]

I think igormortis may have one under his house. Not worth getting your one rebuilt?At least that way you'd know it was tickityboo.

[GSers]

I think igormortis may have one under his house. Not worth getting your one rebuilt?At least that way you'd know it was tickityboo.

Unfortunately I think it was run for a few thousand KMS with out any oil in it. Not sure how this was not noticed but there you go. Rebuild is a bit on the expensive side.
Thanks for the heads up on Igormortis even in the right city. GSers

[Box'a'bits]

This for the fellow that has EddieB's old G/S?

Kane at R Twin Works was advertising used 2nd hand at $500, or rebuilt at $900 in the last Motoring Marketplace. :2thumbsup

[GSers]

This for the fellow that has EddieB's old G/S?

Kane at R Twin Works was advertising used 2nd hand at $500, or rebuilt at $900 in the last Motoring Marketplace. :2thumbsup
Thanks Steve, no its not Eddies old bike a guy I know with a pristine R100GS PD had it since near new. GSers

[Aslan]

was contemplating doing the 'Naki Liquifaction tour this weekend and needing a new TKC80 for the 'leven fiddy if I'm to use it when to my delight I discovered Cycletreads are doing TKC80's in the popular sizes for $179 at present :scooter:

[Phreaky Phil]

was contemplating doing the 'Naki Liquifaction tour this weekend and needing a new TKC80 for the 'leven fiddy if I'm to use it when to my delight I discovered Cycletreads are doing TKC80's in the popular sizes for $179 at present :scooter:How come you are going to bring the 1150 and not the DR ?

[Eddieb]

How come you are going to bring the 1150 and not the DR ?

I was wondering the same thing, it sounds more like a DR ride to me.

[Aslan]

I was wondering the same thing, it sounds more like a DR ride to me.


well Phil & Eddie - I was only considering using the beemer since the DR rego is on hold till spring rego fees being what they are

However - the two of you by your questions are causing me to have second thoughts given I'm not the quickest or most confident of riders and would not want to hold you all up

cheers S

[K slider]

Dont worry about hold them up Im riding the 1200 bald tyres and on one usful leg:gob:

[Aslan]

Dont worry about hold them up Im riding the 1200 bald tyres and on one usful leg:gob:

With Pete aka KSlider's encouragement - I think I'll be in - just got to replace the fluids in the transmission / gearbox and get Don to fit the new TKC80 & refit the bash plate

[nooles]

Has anybody put one of these fender extenders on, and if yes how did you attach it? did you paint some pop rivets black and attach it with these and the double sided tape or some other arrangement. Did it stop the tar from sticking to the front cover after you got home from carving up the twisties and embarrassing road bikes:laugh: or does it get clogged with mud when your in the shit.

Cheers Neal

[Gremlin]

I have a front fender extender, but don't go off road much.

You drill 4 holes (well, mine anyway) and the screws go from the outside in. A little bit pokes through towards the tyre, but would only be a mm or two.

[nooles]

I have a front fender extender, but don't go off road much.

You drill 4 holes (well, mine anyway) and the screws go from the outside in. A little bit pokes through towards the tyre, but would only be a mm or two.

Excellent, cheers for that I might get one for the new owner of my bike:yes:

[That looks like fun]

Sold? :bye:

[Padmei]

This looks very nice
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-373794250.htm

[nooles]

Sold? :bye:

Not yet, you could always update ya know, or are u still a bum like me:love:

[igor]

just got asked did I know anyone who wants to purchase a Nissan calipher and adapter for R100GS.

email me bellsj@xtra.co.nz if ya want details of seller. I will pass on. between u and him

[dino3310]

go on Padmei ya know ya want to http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-378626383.htm

[Padmei]

I wouldn't mind the front screen but apart from that not a great deal different then mine. I prefer them with things needing doing...:yes:

[Eddieb]

Thats a nice bike at a very good price. Someone buy it.

[sidecar bob]

This weekend I was loaned a '07 R1200gs & put 500k on it.
It is truly the most awesome bit of gear I have ever thrown a leg over & re ignited the joy of road riding, that was long since thrashed out of me by an angry Aprilia.
I must own it, end of story.

[Eddieb]

This weekend I was loaned a '07 R1200gs & put 500k on it.
It is truly the most awesome bit of gear I have ever thrown a leg over & re ignited the joy of road riding, that was long since thrashed out of me by an angry Aprilia.
I must own it, end of story.

I can completely relate, I got off a Ducati 888 onto an old airhead GS and discovered the same thing, and never looked back.

[Padmei]

I'm after some 2nd hand ex cond or new rocker adjusting bolts for my R80GS. They are the ones that adjust the rockers for valve clearance. I have tried Kane but he only has super liteweight racing ones:shit:
If no joy I'll get some from UK but if you guys know anyone I can try sing out.
Thanking you for your help on this matter

Mmmmmm slippers mmmm

Edit. I had a link to a page on a NZ BMW site that had links to parts & retailers - I can't seem to find it anymore does anyone know the one I mean?

[GSers]

Padmei
Is this what you are looking for
http://bmwor.org.nz/forum/index.php?PHPSESSID=nsbb322uddesb80o6u77ria667&topic=1189.0

GSers

[_Shrek_]

I'm after some 2nd hand ex cond or new rocker adjusting bolts for my R80GS. They are the ones that adjust the rockers for valve clearance. I have tried Kane but he only has super liteweight racing ones:shit:
If no joy I'll get some from UK but if you guys know anyone I can try sing out.
Thanking you for your help on this matter

Mmmmmm slippers mmmm

Edit. I had a link to a page on a NZ BMW site that had links to parts & retailers - I can't seem to find it anymore does anyone know the one I mean?

was trying to find where GSers had suggested a place for me, but I see he's already found ya :laugh:

[Padmei]

Thanks guys but ot was like a back page from a NZ type mag with local outfits like BMS,Motorad, Kanes outfit etc. If I remember correctly there was a cartoon kiwi involved- It'll come to me

[Box'a'bits]

Motoring Marketplace (http://motoringmarketplace.co.nz/) :yes:

[sidecar bob]

I'm after some 2nd hand ex cond or new rocker adjusting bolts for my R80GS. They are the ones that adjust the rockers for valve clearance. I have tried Kane but he only has super liteweight racing ones:shit:
If no joy I'll get some from UK but if you guys know anyone I can try sing out.
Thanking you for your help on this matter

Mmmmmm slippers mmmm

Edit. I had a link to a page on a NZ BMW site that had links to parts & retailers - I can't seem to find it anymore does anyone know the one I mean?

Here it is. Kiwi Airheads.
http://www.rter.co.nz/Airheads/
Max Headroom on here probably has the most air cooled bits in NZ. Try P.M ing him.
I have his number if he dosent come on here anymore.
He's Nick on Kiwi Airheads.

[Padmei]

Here it is. Kiwi Airheads.
http://www.rter.co.nz/Airheads/
Max Headroom on here probably has the most air cooled bits in NZ. Try P.M ing him.
I have his number if he dosent come on here anymore.
He's Nick on Kiwi Airheads.

Primo delisicio & MonteNegro

[Padmei]

This is cool. Check out the rearish sets.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-391285001.htm

[marks]

This is cool. Check out the rearish sets.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-391285001.htm

very very cool

We wants it, we needs it....

[Woodman]

This is cool. Check out the rearish sets.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-391285001.htm

Ooooooo, Now that is very very nice. I was lusting over a new thruxton tother day but thats nicer, not to mention cheaper, and probly more reliable.

Here padders if you wanna convert schmidtty, have a look at this site.

http://www.discovolantemoto.co.uk/rearsets/tarozzi-alloy-folding-rearsets/prod_14.html

Or this forum.

http://dotheton.com/index.php

[sidecar bob]

Can someone please tell me what the difference is between an R1200GS & an R1200GSA.
Or post up links to spec sheets. Ive searched & cant find.
Thanks.

[Aslan]

Hi there Sidecar Bob - here's a link with some of the information you're after - the 1200GS spec sheet http://micapeak.com/bmw/gs/gs_1200.htm

Other resources are Adventure Rider - http://www.advrider.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=3

and UKGSER http://ukgser.com/home/

From your profile I gather you're a Lucky Man, soon to own a 1200GS - myself, I lust after them and KTM9xxs - whilst really needing to be happy with my perfectly functional and reliable 1150GS

[_Shrek_]

Can someone please tell me what the difference is between an R1200GS & an R1200GSA.
Or post up links to spec sheets. Ive searched & cant find.
Thanks.

hiya bob the Gs has a 19' front & a 23ltr tank & the Gsa has a 21' front & i think 32ltr tank

[Padmei]

Ooooooo, Now that is very very nice. I was lusting over a new thruxton tother day but thats nicer, not to mention cheaper, and probly more reliable.

Here padders if you wanna convert schmidtty, have a look at this site.

http://www.discovolantemoto.co.uk/rearsets/tarozzi-alloy-folding-rearsets/prod_14.html

Or this forum.

http://dotheton.com/index.php

I too lusted over the thruxton when I had theGB400. However as age creeps on the riding position isn't that comfy.
We were watching a movie the other nite where the cool sexy guy was riding one like in the ad above. When I exclaimed "airhead!" Mrs Padmei looked at me & asked how come my one didn't look as cool as that:facepalm:

I have however been offered another airhead needing work at a cheap price - don't tell Bmwrsnut cos he may come sniffing around.

[Box'a'bits]

I too lusted over the thruxton when I had theGB400. However as age creeps on the riding position isn't that comfy.
We were watching a movie the other nite where the cool sexy guy was riding one like in the ad above. When I exclaimed "airhead!" Mrs Padmei looked at me & asked how come my one didn't look as cool as that:facepalm:

I have however been offered another airhead needing work at a cheap price - don't tell Bmwrsnut cos he may come sniffing around.
Well, if you dither......:innocent:
Suspect that Mandy may feel certain of my important bits may be on the line if I moved on that.

[GSers]

hiya bob the Gs has a 19' front & a 23ltr tank & the Gsa has a 21' front & i think 32ltr tank

NO 21" front wheel the only thing offered with a 21" front was the HP2 which is no longer in production. the diiference between the 2 is probably around 50kg of extra stuff.
GSers

[Squiggles]

I thought one had a lower first gear?

[Gremlin]

Can someone please tell me what the difference is between an R1200GS & an R1200GSA.
Or post up links to spec sheets. Ive searched & cant find.
Thanks.
Answer is slightly muddied by the varying spec levels. There are the base models, but in NZ for example, but I know the GSA comes with the two extra packages by default (not sure on the GS). ie, stuff like ABS, ESA, LED indicators etc etc.

Main differences are:
- 20L fuel tank on GS, 33L tank on GSA
- crash bars standard on GSA, nothing on GS
- pannier racks on GSA standard, nothing on GS (GS panniers don't need racks either)
- cast rims for GS, spoked rims on GSA (but still tubeless). Identical rim sizes tho
- small screen on GS, larger screen on GSA
- GSA has an altered first gear, better for off road, rest of the gearing between bikes is identical
- Higher seat heights on GSA than GS
- More ground clearance on GSA than GS
- handguards on GSA standard, extras on GS
- GS is lighter than GSA

Certain things on the GS can be modified (even including replacing the tank), but realistically, once you want enough of the features of the GSA, just buy the GSA... they're excellent bikes :niceone:

[Eddieb]

the only thing offered with a 21" front was the HP2 which is no longer in production.

...and proper GS's like the airheads.


- More ground clearance on GSA than GS

Which presumably indicates the shocks and possibly front staunchions are longer.

[_Shrek_]

20L fuel tank on GS, 33L tank on GSA
cast rims for GS, spoked rims on GSA (but still tubeless). Identical rim sizes tho

had not relised that they had droped 3ltrs on later models on Gs
& the GSA I was told by BMW CHCH that they came standard with 21' along with all the other stuff you said

[Gremlin]

had not relised that they had droped 3ltrs on later models on Gs
& the GSA I was told by BMW CHCH that they came standard with 21' along with all the other stuff you said
The R1200GSA definitely is rated for 33L, but if I squeeze it in, and don't leave it overnight, parked up etc, I can get more like 35-36L.

Tyres are 110-80-19 and 150-70-17... I know, as I've put a couple of sets on already

[sidecar bob]

Answer is slightly muddied by the varying spec levels. There are the base models, but in NZ for example, but I know the GSA comes with the two extra packages by default (not sure on the GS). ie, stuff like ABS, ESA, LED indicators etc etc.

Main differences are:
- 20L fuel tank on GS, 33L tank on GSA
- crash bars standard on GSA, nothing on GS
- pannier racks on GSA standard, nothing on GS (GS panniers don't need racks either)
- cast rims for GS, spoked rims on GSA (but still tubeless). Identical rim sizes tho
- small screen on GS, larger screen on GSA
- GSA has an altered first gear, better for off road, rest of the gearing between bikes is identical
- Higher seat heights on GSA than GS
- More ground clearance on GSA than GS
- handguards on GSA standard, extras on GS
- GS is lighter than GSA

Certain things on the GS can be modified (even including replacing the tank), but realistically, once you want enough of the features of the GSA, just buy the GSA... they're excellent bikes :niceone:

Awesome, thanks for that.
The GS I am waiting to come up has crash bars & spotlights, expanding luggage, spoked wheels, larger screen, handguards, aftermarket seat, plus Akropovic muffler.
It also has ABS/ASC, heated grips etc, so its mostly a GSA I guess.
It has 64k on it & is very tidy, any guesses on what it may be worth?

[BMWST?]

Awesome, thanks for that.
The GS I am waiting to come up has crash bars & spotlights, expanding luggage, spoked wheels, larger screen, handguards, aftermarket seat, plus Akropovic muffler.
It also has ABS/ASC, heated grips etc, so its mostly a GSA I guess.
It has 64k on it & is very tidy, any guesses on what it may be worth?

lookit tradme,most of the gs there have been there for a while