The BMW GS boxer twin thread

[igormortis]

Only just spotted that G/S. I like it. Am interested to see where the bidding goes from here - surely it's approaching the ceiling?

Any love for the road going monos out there? I've been watching them on TM, but they don't appear to be moving.

I've decided mine has to go. If anyone's interested, let me know before I put it on TM. '86 police RT, now with RS fairing and luggage. Needs some tidying up here and there, but it's a solid bike. I'd start it at $2500 on tardme.

[BMWST?]

Only just spotted that G/S. I like it. Am interested to see where the bidding goes from here - surely it's approaching the ceiling?

Any love for the road going monos out there? I've been watching them on TM, but they don't appear to be moving.

I've decided mine has to go. If anyone's interested, let me know before I put it on TM. '86 police RT, now with RS fairing and luggage. Needs some tidying up here and there, but it's a solid bike. I'd start it at $2500 on tardme.

so its an r80? i would like a crack on it!

[BMWST?]

not much at all for an 1150 - in fact I can come and take it off your hands if you like for a 2005 KLR and a bit of cash:lol: ........................................my way (obviously):killingme:

its an 1100..lighter than the 1150!

[sfordnz]

its an 1100..lighter than the 1150!

yep thats the one, the super light weight r1100gs :msn-wink:

[Padmei]

Only just spotted that G/S. I like it. Am interested to see where the bidding goes from here - surely it's approaching the ceiling?

Any love for the road going monos out there? I've been watching them on TM, but they don't appear to be moving.

I've decided mine has to go. If anyone's interested, let me know before I put it on TM. '86 police RT, now with RS fairing and luggage. Needs some tidying up here and there, but it's a solid bike. I'd start it at $2500 on tardme.

It'll be interesting to see where it stops. I think a PD tank may be more practical if you're after a long haul beast but that tank looks bloody cool I reckon.

I dunno about the road going beemers... They certainly don't have the same appeal compared to GS'. Do any have wire spokes? If so they would be good for DS conversions

[dino3310]

i thought this looked cool as cool http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-565716237.htm

[Kokopelli]

Very cool unit.

[Eddieb]

i thought this looked cool as cool http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-565716237.htm

Yeah it's on my watch list. I've been thinking a lot about sidecars recently for some reason.

[dino3310]

Yeah it's on my watch list. I've been thinking a lot about sidecars recently for some reason.

i wouldnt mind one for the odd trip, could fit me fishing gear, rifle, beer and camping gear and bugga off for a month:devil2:

[Kokopelli]

Looks like the G/S has stalled. But then again, there is two weeks to go. It good see the interest. I remember that the last Basic went for the $5000 buy now price. There aren't that many bike that will keep their value like this. Buy a new one and lose this much in two years, sometimes even in one. Parts are readily available and and they can be improved to no end, until they are nearly as good off road as a DR650. :whistle:

[Box'a'bits]

Something that no one has pointed out yet is that the frame is braced.

There is also a 1991 R100GS (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=564391377) which started with a low reserve. Be interesting to see where that goes.

[Eddieb]

Something that no one has pointed out yet is that the frame is braced.

Which frame is braced?

[Kokopelli]

Which frame is braced?

The G/s frame, I've only noticed it, after it was pointed out. Interesting, I wonder what the history of the bike is.

[Padmei]

Wow a torrential flood of airheads on the market.
I have thought a hack would be quite cool but I think I'd only have a year or so before the kids would get to that 'Too embarassed to be seen in it' age. Then all you could justify it was if you had a dog that liked riding with you. I can't really get past those wheels tho - so wrong.

That other GS looks ok if a little bland.

[Eddieb]

The G/s frame, I've only noticed it, after it was pointed out. Interesting, I wonder what the history of the bike is.

I must be blind, I still can't see it.

[Kokopelli]

I must be blind, I still can't see it.

Look at my frame, can you see the plastic cap covering the swing-arm bearing? Compare this to the G/S on trade me.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v727/Berwyn/Basic/DSC04078_zps8e7a632b.jpg

[Eddieb]

Ah yep, got it. Just around the front of the pivot.

[Winston001]

I've decided mine has to go. If anyone's interested, let me know before I put it on TM. '86 police RT, now with RS fairing and luggage. Needs some tidying up here and there, but it's a solid bike. I'd start it at $2500 on tardme.

FYI just been there, done that, with considerable sadness. My 1985 ex-police R80 RT had low km, was in original condition and sold quickly at $4,000. To be fair, the buyer hasn't picked it up yet and if he changes his mind it will go back on the market although that's unlikely. Anyway it gives you some idea of value for an original bike.

[GSers]

Want to be buyers here it is

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-568386325.htm

GSers

[gloves]

Hi Bud
You may not recall meeting me but we meet on a Bart RRRR ride a couple a years back i was on a DR650 and we stayed at Wades.
Anyway i was wondering if i could get in contact with you to chew your ear on Bmw as i am looking at buying one (GS1100 on trademe)
My cell is 0277827119 or 042938460 and i can phone you back if that suits.
Regards
Tony

[Eddieb]

Discuss....

[Eddieb]

Mad max 1150GS

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-572324171.htm

Fuel tank repositioned to under the seat
Keihin 41mm FCR downdraft, flatside Carbs.
Pazon(UK) electronic Ignition
Brembo Brake & Clutch M/Cylinders with separate handlebar switch blocks (Honda)

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/258872989.jpg

[gav24]

I don't get it....
I'm trying...
No, sorry.:weird:

The mods sound sensible but it can't be finished though?
If it fell on either side you'd be spending$$ to fix it and even worse pushing home...possibly with your nuts in a sling after catching them on any of those corners!:(

Just not getting it - am I wrong?:wait:

[_Shrek_]

Mad max 1150GS

needs a bit more work & gaurds, but it would be alot of fun on the DB1k

[Kokopelli]

Well, it does make a standard GS look handsome. That's as kind as I can be.

[Oscar]

Well, it does make a standard GS look handsome. That's as kind as I can be.

Au contraire mon frere - this my be the only GS1150 that is uglier than the original.
Some feat actually, on par with being cheaper than a KLR owner.

[_Shrek_]

Au contraire mon frere - this my be the only GS1150 that is uglier than the original.
Some feat actually, on par with being cheaper than a KLR owner.

:angry2: you call'n my bike ugly.... :girlfight:

[Kickaha]

:angry2: you call'n my bike ugly.... :girlfight:

What's that saying about pets resembling their owners?

[_Shrek_]

What's that saying about pets resembling their owners?

:oi-grr: pay back's a bitch :motu:

[GSers]

Come on guys play nicely each to there own at least the weight of the fuel has been moved lower which would make a big difference to handling 20-25 Kgs plus the weight of a steel tank. Don't think I could live with that oil cooler there and the pipes hanging out the side. probably should of got a couple of small oil coolers off a R series. But 5K ????????????????????????? Good luck with that.
GSers

[Kokopelli]

Au contraire mon frere - this my be the only GS1150 that is uglier than the original.
Some feat actually, on par with being cheaper than a KLR owner.

Oh, I thought that's what I had said, or at least, I meant to say that.

If the fuel had been under seat on mine, I might not have stalled it yesterday and dropped it 2 metres after take off. I have to do a 90 degree turn virtually immediately and I usually do it feet up. Anyway, I couldn't hold it, somehow pulled a muscle and ended up rolling on the ground. Luckily, nobody saw it, but some people heard it. So maybe light is better.

That Husqvarna is starting to look good, I gave it a thorough test ride on that parking lot and liked it.

[Oscar]

Oh, I thought that's what I had said, or at least, I meant to say that.

If the fuel had been under seat on mine, I might not have stalled it yesterday and dropped it 2 metres after take off. I have to do a 90 degree turn virtually immediately and I usually do it feet up. Anyway, I couldn't hold it, somehow pulled a muscle and ended up rolling on the ground. Luckily, nobody saw it, but some people heard it. So maybe light is better.

That Husqvarna is starting to look good, I gave it a thorough test ride on that parking lot and liked it.

That Husky has the same old problem - it's a helluva lot dearer than a DR650, but not a helluva lot better.
Conversely, if you're going to spend that kind of wedge, the 690 is far superior.

[Oscar]

Oh, I thought that's what I had said, or at least, I meant to say that.

If the fuel had been under seat on mine, I might not have stalled it yesterday and dropped it 2 metres after take off. I have to do a 90 degree turn virtually immediately and I usually do it feet up. Anyway, I couldn't hold it, somehow pulled a muscle and ended up rolling on the ground. Luckily, nobody saw it, but some people heard it. So maybe light is better.

That Husqvarna is starting to look good, I gave it a thorough test ride on that parking lot and liked it.

Actually it is what you said.
I was too busy frenching it up to comprehend properly.

[Eddieb]

For all you airheads

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-564180060.htm

GSers

I see this went for $4280 to a Richard in Ak

[Box'a'bits]

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Massive (word of the week). Want :drool: Sound tracks not too shabby either...

[Aslan]

Nice one Steve - beautiful restoration of a classic machine - thanks for posting

[GSers]

Hey Stephen, about time you up date your profile picture so we can see your new beast.
GSers

[Aslan]

Hey Stephen, about time you up date your profile picture so we can see your new beast.
GSers

fair call Gerard - glad you're back riding again - as to a current photo I don't have one - the existing shot is courtesy of Merv from several years ago ;)

You and Cathy going the RAG Rally?

[Box'a'bits]

The guys has indicated that its made from Kevlar :rolleyes: AKAIK these were nylon or plastic so take that with a BIG grain of salt. Nylon were paintable. Always possible that it was a replica. Cap seems to say plastic. Here's (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/fuel-tanks/auction-580040846.htm) the link. $450 at present which is cheap. Based in Nelson. You'd need to check that the mounts are all there. Touratech was retailing these in Nylon for NZD2k+.

[NordieBoy]

Looks like a plastic/nylon Acerbis made for HPN...
http://micapeak.com/bmw/gs/images/hpntank.jpg

[GSers]

Finally have something in there that looks like it may hold petrol. Next step is to pressure test it give it a clean up, a bit of filler and a coat of paint. Progress but slow.
GSers

[NordieBoy]

You're going to need more than one zip tie to hold the swing arm on...

[GSers]

You're going to need more than one zip tie to hold the swing arm on...

No thats to hold the exhaust on. Bungy's for the swing arm.
GSers

[NordieBoy]

No thats to hold the exhaust on. Bungy's for the swing arm.
GSers

Sorry. Forgot it was a bmw.

[Eddieb]

How many litres will that hold?

[igor]

How many litres will that hold?

go to post 1789

[Eddieb]

go to post 1789

Not the HPN, GS's home built one.

[GSers]

How many litres will that hold?

Measured roughly with out the top welded in about 15 Litres

[Padmei]

Ok. I admit my taste in bikes is simple. I couldn't ever see myself riding this down the street without feeling like the most conspicuous dick in town:no:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=585853761

[GSers]

Yeah but then you would have to spend thousands again on the suspension unless you are just going to ride it up and down the main street.
Ooh a scratch !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
GSers

[NordieBoy]

All done up, no expense spared, and they put cheap Zeta handguards on?

[Box'a'bits]

Anyone need an improved field magnet housing (http://www.euromotoelectrics.com/product-p/d6ra-magccw.htm) for an OILHEAD valeo starter motor? I have just re-read my invoice from EME & realised what I ordered in error.
:doh:

Given it is already on its way, & the shipping costs, I'll just have to order the correct one & suck it up. If no one here wants it it'll go on Trademe.

[Padmei]

Bugger! At least it wasn't worth hundreds - shipping is always the bugbear tho.

[Touratech]

All done up, no expense spared, and they put cheap Zeta handguards on?

:Oi: Carbon Fibre Zeta ones though at $300!!...so not that cheap :-) ...but you're right not our first choice but the new TT ones where not available for the 2013 model.

The cool thing is, this was the spec used on the BMW GS South America Ralley (except the Desierto screen and pannier frame) and it done pretty well!!...not that conspicuous in person and pretty functional.

Great thread guys!!

[NordieBoy]

:Oi: Carbon Fibre Zeta ones though at $300!!...so not that cheap :-) ...but you're right not our first choice but the new TT ones where not available for the 2013 model.

The cool thing is, this was the spec used on the BMW GS South America Ralley (except the Desierto screen and pannier frame) and it done pretty well!!...not that conspicuous in person and pretty functional.

Great thread guys!!

:bleh:

It's actually the alloy I don't like and the mounts don't snug up to fat bars very well. Got them on both bikes.

[Oscar]

:bleh:

It's actually the alloy I don't like and the mounts don't snug up to fat bars very well. Got them on both bikes.

'Sides, this a boxer twin thread.
Take yer new-fangled carbon doohicky equipped F bike somewhere's else.....mutter, mutter, harrumph...

[NordieBoy]

'Sides, this a boxer twin thread.
Take yer new-fangled carbon doohicky equipped F bike somewhere's else.....mutter, mutter, harrumph...

Wonder how the carbon Zetas off the F bike would look on a boxer twin?





Why the hell is it called a "boxer" anyway?




Can you have a unique boxer twin?

After all, it's a twin?

[Daffyd]

Looking at the possibility of buying an 1150 Rocksta. Anything I should look out for / know about? Is the riding position more "sporty" than a standard R1150r?

[Padmei]

We've got a cool Rocksta down here with ape hangers on it - true story. That's all I know about them:rolleyes:

[Oscar]

Looking at the possibility of buying an 1150 Rocksta. Anything I should look out for / know about? Is the riding position more "sporty" than a standard R1150r?

Same motor as the 1150r, but the riding position is more upright.
I've always wanted a Boxer Cup Replika..

282165

[Daffyd]

Same motor as the 1150r, but the riding position is more upright.
I've always wanted a Boxer Cup Replika..

Well that's a surprise, for some reason I thought they would have been the other way round. Just shows it's good to ask questions. Tnx.

[That looks like fun]

is[/b] a "boxer" anyway?




Can you have a unique boxer twin?



I can answer these perplexifying questions for you thus.
A boxer is a wacker of heads :girlfight:
A unique boxer twin will neek up behind you and wack you twice in the head :bash:

My work here is done :headbang:

[barrie]

I've been messing about with the forks on my r100gs as I found they were bottoming out, put some heavy duty springs in but it was like riding a brick,
I've swapped one of the originals back in on the compression side, 10w oil on the compression side and 15w on the rebound side and its riding as sweet as a nut. A lot of mucking about but it's where I want it. I am on the light side (72kg) so I think that's makes a bit of a difference on the compression side. Cheers

[Box'a'bits]

Everyone seen this in Trademe? (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-592407006.htm)

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-_ofeW2kMvfY/UY9UaoaEyQI/AAAAAAAANTw/VLJA3DtINuQ/s640/267041921.jpg

[Padmei]

if anyone buys that i'll swap the old original tank for a box full of choccy fish.

A lot of work's gone into that. What do you reckon they've done with the forks & discs?

that rear wheel looks very 'under' the bike with the standard swingarm aye?

[Aslan]

this is a truly beautiful machine in my view - owned by a mature member of the BMW Owner's register - certainly very tempting - just hard for me to justify to myself with 2 machines already

[GSers]

Come on guys just part with your money Paul will be really happy. Its a lovely looking bike but I am sticking with me oil-heads.
GSers

[Night Falcon]

beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder :eek:

[Oscar]

beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder :eek:

..and ugly is just 'kin ugly.

[NordieBoy]

beauty truly is in the eye of the beer holder :eek:


..and ugly is just 'kin ugly.

You're just not holding enough beer...

[Oscar]

You're just not holding enough beer...

That kinda ugly needs spirits, not ale.

[_Shrek_]

it's the tank, but after a while it sort of grows on you :scratch: I think

[Oscar]

it's the tank, but after a while it sort of grows on you :scratch: I think

Like a fungal infection?

[onestop]

this is a truly beautiful machine in my view - owned by a mature member of the BMW Owner's register - certainly very tempting - just hard for me to justify to myself with 2 machines already

It seems all u guys who wanted this lovely bike has missed out as I believe it has been sold to an Auckland BMWOR member

[_Shrek_]

It seems all u guys who wanted this lovely bike has missed out as I believe it has been sold to an Auckland BMWOR member

cool that way in a couple of years when I have some spare coin & it comes up for sale it will be worth getting as it's not likely to go off road bit like their 4x4's :rolleyes:

[onestop]

cool that way in a couple of years when I have some spare coin & it comes up for sale it will be worth getting as it's not likely to go off road bit like their 4x4's :rolleyes:

the buyer seems to keep his bikes as he has more than 1 older BMWs so u might of missed this one .

[Bald Eagle]

Will be joining the fraternity on the weekend - taking delivery of this on saturday ..

[onestop]

Will be joining the fraternity on the weekend - taking delivery of this on saturday ..

You have bought yourself a nice bike in great condition I know it well and have ridden it Well done and enjoy

[_Shrek_]

the buyer seems to keep his bikes as he has more than 1 older BMWs so u might of missed this one .

not to worry it was a failed troll :msn-wink:

[GSers]

Will be joining the fraternity on the weekend - taking delivery of this on saturday ..

Well done that man. Great choice enjoy.

GSers

[Kokopelli]

For those of you who don't read the other website :-)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v727/Berwyn/Basic/2013-05-12133913_zps0da29f96.jpg

[GSers]

[QUOTE=Kokopelli;1130547748]For those of you who don't read the other website :-)

Mate where has the big tank gone !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GSers

[Kokopelli]

[QUOTE=Kokopelli;1130547748]For those of you who don't read the other website :-)

Mate where has the big tank gone !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GSers

The 24 litre tank is on the shelf. The PD tank is with the PD. The PD tank does not fit me properly and while I could go from Gisborne to Waimauku on one tank, I have not missed it. The small tank makes the bike seem lighter, but doesn't really make a difference. At the moment it is getting its fair share of bike time and it's still good for 250-300km.

[GSers]

[QUOTE=GSers;1130548020]

The 24 litre tank is on the shelf. The PD tank is with the PD. The PD tank does not fit me properly and while I could go from Gisborne to Waimauku on one tank, I have not missed it. The small tank makes the bike seem lighter, but doesn't really make a difference. At the moment it is getting its fair share of bike time and it's still good for 250-300km.

I thought an airhead wasn't an airhead without a 40 litre Tank

Just winding you up Alex.

Have a good day.

GSers. Now its off to the shed.

[Kokopelli]

[QUOTE=Kokopelli;1130548037]
Just winding you up Alex.



No problem, I'll just add you to my list of people that I respond to with flippant answers.

[Box'a'bits]

I thought an airhead wasn't an airhead without a 40 litre Tank
Shhh. We didn't want to tell Koko (and Padmei), but yes, you're right, to be a real Airhead you need to be much bigger in the tank department. We have just been humouring them.


GSers. Now its off to the shed.
Progress?

[Kokopelli]

Airhead you need to be much bigger in the tank department.


Maybe, but the trend is towards smaller tanks. I've joined the movement at the grass roots :bleh:

[Padmei]

Big tank = small groin room. Pretty suitable application I would have thought.

[Woodman]

Big tank = small groin room. Pretty suitable application I would have thought.


Mwahahahahaha:clap::banana:


Oh hang on....

[NordieBoy]

Big tank = small groin room. Pretty suitable application I would have thought.

So you're getting rid of snotso because you've outgrown the tank?

[Eddieb]

This one sold within 4 hours of being listed

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-594945022.htm

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/267909041.jpg

[Padmei]

I can see why. It's practically a new bike. I like the 'it has no gadgets' line:laugh:

Hmmmm maybe I could sell my spare GS woolly mammoth head fairing to the new owner for a couple of grand?

[Oscar]

I can see why. It's practically a new bike. I like the 'it has no gadgets' line:laugh:

Hmmmm maybe I could sell my spare GS woolly mammoth head fairing to the new owner for a couple of grand?

Colour = MPY*

What a minute - it was repainted!!!
Who paints a bike that colour?:no:




*Monkey Piss Yellow

[Padmei]

Colour = MPY*

What a minute - it was repainted!!!
Who paints a bike that colour?:no:




*Monkey Piss Yellow

I was trying hard not to trip over the elephant in the room:laugh:
Yep not the nicest but way better than red. it's an easy fix tho. Kinda reminds me of that Ducati retro sport model (not the Paul Smart but the other one with racing stripes) colour.

Actually while I'm at it I do think the S fairing doesn't look right with the PD tank - smooth against the angular.

[Oscar]

I was trying hard not to trip over the elephant in the room:laugh:
Yep not the nicest but way better than red. it's an easy fix tho. Kinda reminds me of that Ducati retro sport model (not the Paul Smart but the other one with racing stripes) colour.

Actually while I'm at it I do think the S fairing doesn't look right with the PD tank - smooth against the angular.

Easy fix - one match.

[Oscar]

I was trying hard not to trip over the elephant in the room:laugh:
Yep not the nicest but way better than red. it's an easy fix tho. Kinda reminds me of that Ducati retro sport model (not the Paul Smart but the other one with racing stripes) colour.

Actually while I'm at it I do think the S fairing doesn't look right with the PD tank - smooth against the angular.

Yeah, I took the fairing off my G/S.
I'll put up with the wind in my face rather than look at that...

[Padmei]

Yeah, I took the fairing off my G/S.
I'll put up with the wind in my face rather than look at that...

HA! you just were in awe of the coolness of Schmidtty that you had to copy didn't ya.

Yep we don't need no stinking red seats or blue frames around here:cool:

[Oscar]

HA! you just were in awe of the coolness of Schmidtty that you had to copy didn't ya.

Yep we don't need no stinking red seats or blue frames around here:cool:

Nowt wrong wid red seats...

http://oscar.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Favourites/i-xbh9HVW/0/M/IMG_2502-M.jpg

[igor]

This one sold within 4 hours of being listed

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-594945022.htm



when do u pick it up Eddie

[Eddieb]

when do u pick it up Eddie

Not me, it was already sold when I saw the ad.

[igor]

Not me, it was already sold when I saw the ad.


you seen that R1150GS with sidecar round Hamilton

[Eddieb]

you seen that R1150GS with sidecar round Hamilton

Nope, have seen very few adventure bikes actually.

[Kokopelli]

Nowt wrong wid red seats...


I detect a lot of red seat envy and some blue frame envy in this forum. All it takes is a rattle can. :laugh:

[Box'a'bits]

Vandalism can get you in trouble...oh, hang on...:bleh:

[Alpha Solo]

Everyone seen this in Trademe? (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-592407006.htm)


Beautiful...

[Bald Eagle]

OK , I know there lots of discussion on this around the palce but does anyone here have any comment on either of these two gps units

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=594777324

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=594398788

[Padmei]

There may be more experience in the gps thread above?

[NordieBoy]

The catch with some of the "other" gps units is the availability of map updates.

[igor]

OK , I know there lots of discussion on this around the palce but does anyone here have any comment on either of these two gps units

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=594777324

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=594398788

probably alright for Orkland but wont show to many minor roads. Oh theres anything out that ant a State Highway. I think that guy gets some of his stuff from Aliexpress.com

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/lights/auction-596922636.htm $159.95

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/10W-LED-Work-Light-SPOT-CREE-BIKE-MOTORCYCLE-JEEP-ATV-Mine-Car-4WD-Boat-SUV-Wholesale/778976977.html $56 US is $70 NZ

[_Shrek_]

hey guys found one of my front disks loose & there is no more thread left

do I pack it with a thin washer

or shave (grind) a bit of the screw off

[igor]

hey guys found one of my front disks loose & there is no more thread left

do I pack it with a thin washer

or shave (grind) a bit of the screw off



front brakes are over rated. just read the corners better and flag it. never use mine

[_Shrek_]

front brakes are over rated. just read the corners better and flag it. never use mine

:rolleyes: cheers igor :laugh: but I don't need to worry they floating disc's just finished cleaning up & put back on

[Eddieb]

This is back on Trade Me again, apparently it's too big for the new owner

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/269222604.jpg

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-598795091.htm

[Kokopelli]

hey guys found one of my front disks loose & there is no more thread left

do I pack it with a thin washer

or shave (grind) a bit of the screw off

I am not sure I can follow. Is the thread in the hub stripped? Are all the screws loose? I am still on the first set of brakes discs at 182000km, so I am intrigued by this.

[JATZ]

My discs are loose too Shrek, aside from the fact they rattle like a bastard it doesn't really bother me.

[_Shrek_]

:rolleyes: cheers igor :laugh: but I don't need to worry they're floating disc's just finished cleaning up & put back on


I am not sure I can follow. Is the thread in the hub stripped? Are all the screws loose? I am still on the first set of brakes discs at 182000km, so I am intrigued by this.

all good just needed to clean :msn-wink:

[dino3310]

This is back on Trade Me again, apparently it's too big for the new owner

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-598795091.htm

MMmmmm might have to find some time for a test ride:shifty:

[igor]

This is back on Trade Me again, apparently it's too big for the new owner

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-598795091.htm

thanks for that info Rodney , sorry Eddie

[Padmei]

Have we talked about this before? I like this.
The only thing I'd change is make the screen a tad less angled/narrowed/you know what I mean. I reckon it is pretty spot on if they wanted to replicate the 90S in today's language

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/297546/images/P90123618_highRes.jpg

http://i710.photobucket.com/albums/ww103/padmei_crayfish/P90123618_highRes.jpg (http://s710.photobucket.com/user/padmei_crayfish/media/P90123618_highRes.jpg.html)

[NordieBoy]

Nice. The screen needs to be slightly taller, and the tail slightly longer. The body work is just too short for the wheel base.

[Woodman]

Nice. The screen needs to be slightly taller, and the tail slightly longer. The body work is just too short for the wheel base.


exactly what I was thinking. can't stand that short tail section look. Needs to end at the back of the back wheel.

Saw a café style (with fairing) Vincent in town yesterday, dunno what the frame was but it sure looked and sounded nice.

Also saw Padmei.

[Kokopelli]

The 90S was a still a practical bike, this isn't. But then again, all bikes were like that then. Unfortunately, I don't think I could live with the ergonomics of something like that.

[Padmei]

exactly what I was thinking. can't stand that short tail section look. Needs to end at the back of the back wheel.

Saw a café style (with fairing) Vincent in town today, dunno what the frame was but it sure looked and sounded nice.

Also saw Padmei.

did I look good riding it? i have been trying to keep it a secret. It's an Egli frame.

[BMWST?]

Nice. The screen needs to be slightly taller, and the tail slightly longer. The body work is just too short for the wheel base.

agree completely

[NordieBoy]

did I look good riding it? i have been trying to keep it a secret. It's an Egli frame.

How long you in Raro for again?

[Padmei]

How long you in Raro for again?

I have to deliver it over there. Gonna be used as a rental

[Box'a'bits]

Another R80G/S on Trademe. (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-599871178.htm) I'm sure we've seen this before, recently

[igor]

Detective Bits

if u go back on his trading history he only bought it in March 2013. I see it was listed with an Ohlins back then.

don't see it now. Also if u look in pic 1 in the garage u can c another bike. (I have a high Res tablet) looks like a pre 70s classic


Igor

[Kickaha]

Have we talked about this before?
I'm trying not to, I think I can taste a bit of sick in my mouth

[Voltaire]

Another R80G/S on Trademe. (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-599871178.htm) I'm sure we've seen this before, recently

Tempting..... be slightly better than the R100Rt with panniers at my daily commute and lanesplitting......
Yeah but na.

[Padmei]

I like that. Another headlite needed & get rid of the wrap obviously. Seems a pretty fair price too. Somebody buy it!

[Box'a'bits]

I like that. Another headlite needed & get rid of the wrap obviously. Seems a pretty fair price too. Somebody buy it!
It's the same one you got all excited abut in March (as 'Igor' points out), less the Ohlins shock.

[Padmei]

It's the same one you got all excited abut in March (as 'Igor' points out), less the Ohlins shock.

http://i710.photobucket.com/albums/ww103/padmei_crayfish/Fredthegoldfishhaha.jpg (http://s710.photobucket.com/user/padmei_crayfish/media/Fredthegoldfishhaha.jpg.html)

[igor]

ya gotta be quik to beat Eddie, heres another PeeDEE with a nice old left hand drive sidecar

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-601171176.htm

this may be a safer option for some that live sth of me by about 500kms

[igor]

something might appear on trade me very soon. ya boys gunna be fizzing. it looks the part and got the bits and is sooooooooooooo collectable. has a R and a G and a S init.

and no its not the K100 but this is what happens when ya hit a sheep at high speed, leg of lamb anyone

[_Shrek_]

but this is what happens when ya hit a sheep at high speed, leg of lamb anyone

bit under done for me :whistle:

[GSers]

It fits time for some more action on this project. GSers

[Aslan]

looking good Gerard - it's going to be a great machine when finished - cheers S

[Padmei]

wot he said

[Alpha Solo]

and other BMW parts? Cables etc?

I'm new to BMW's, Thanks in advance.

[Box'a'bits]

and other BMW parts? Cables etc?

I'm new to BMW's, Thanks in advance.
Import it from Motobins or Motorworks in the UK. 7 to 10 days. Cheaper & will likely arrive faster. :yes: Sad but true.

[Padmei]

and other BMW parts? Cables etc?

I'm new to BMW's, Thanks in advance.

http://ukgser.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=51

http://advrider.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=&f=85

All you need to know is in here

[igor]

something might appear on trade me very soon. ya boys gunna be fizzing. it looks the part and got the bits and is sooooooooooooo collectable. has a R and a G and a S init.


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-612888512.htm

[NiggleC]

I have been a bit of a lurker around these parts and would now like to obtain some wisdom from the collective participants. I took my R80G/S to work the other day. The starter motor seemed to be struggling but it always has fired up quite quickly and this was no exception. Came to leave that evening and there was nothing there, it wouldn't turn over the starter motor.. All warning lights came on but I wasn't keen to try the headlight for any amount of time. As I was the last to leave work I called out the AA guy and we got it fired up no problem. He put it on his tester and there was only 10.7 volts at the battery. The red/alternator? light turned off when we started it and remained off all the way home. What would be the 1st couple of steps to sort out this issue. Thanks, Nigel.

[BMWST?]

New battery,you could try rrcharging it but 10.7v,is dead ,surely thats not with the engine running?!

[NordieBoy]

How old is the battery?

[Padmei]

Battery. have a looksie at the motobatt ones. They are lighter & reasonably priced.

[igor]

Battery. have a looksie at the motobatt ones. They are lighter & reasonably priced.

your not telling was that was running or not.

I also have a Motobatt battery, the bigger one you can get . was$170, no issues with them so far

[NiggleC]

Thanks for the responses guys - 10.7 volts was with the engine running. AA guy said it was the charging system. The battery is, admittedly at the end of its life.

[BMWST?]

Thanks for the responses guys - 10.7 volts was with the engine running. AA guy said it was the charging system. The battery is, admittedly at the end of its life.
charging system,surely the charging light would come on.If the battery is lost a cell i dont think tha charging system would be able to do any better than 11 v

[igor]

Thanks for the responses guys - 10.7 volts was with the engine running. AA guy said it was the charging system. The battery is, admittedly at the end of its life.

i just changed the charging system on my bike to the 450watt system. now can run what you want without fear. Email this guy. Postage was $50 aus. He is very good to deal with. Tell him i sent ya.he was doing a deal a while back for complete kit.

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=823543

or contact here. https://www.facebook.com/groups/AirheadsAustralia/

[NiggleC]

Ok - it needs a new battery so that is the easiest place to start. We'll see where we go from there. Thanks guys.

[onestop]

when running it should show 13.5v at the battery,so if only showing 11v it still could be not charging

[rocketman1]

Any one know where I can get a second hand pillion seat for a r1150gs, I would be most happy.
Cheers
Mike

[Aslan]

Any one know where I can get a second hand pillion seat for a r1150gs, I would be most happy.
Cheers
Mike

you could try posting in the BMWOR (Owner's Register) forum http://bmwor.org.nz/forum/index.php?board=4.0 - good luck

[Padmei]

The I Love Ugly item for the BMW rider


http://www.trademe.co.nz/clothing/menswear/jerseys-hoodies/large/auction-616536123.htm

[barrie]

Thinking I should put a bid in, very "Bain"esque






The I Love Ugly item for the BMW rider


http://www.trademe.co.nz/clothing/menswear/jerseys-hoodies/large/auction-616536123.htm

[Box'a'bits]

Here's a link (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-620875435.htm). Asking $7500. 165k kms

[GSers]

So after a lot of mucking around and time it finally has some of these
GSers

[Padmei]

Hello fellow pipe smoking slipper wearers.

Some of you may know I lost my tool roll sometime recently. I was wondering if anyone had some spare BMW specific tools they would like to sell me. I am after specifically the sparkplug/ valve cover tube socket & the larger tube socket. Also the metal rod that goes with them & the wheel nut spanner. I'm not worried about the spanners so much as I can cut & weld some cheapie ones to suit.
If anyone has the tool that temporarily narrows the width of the barrels for tight spaces & the weight reducing spanner I will pay good money for those.
Nutso has graciously offered a complete tool roll however it was only a few tools I was really needing. So if you have any of the aforementioned floating around in a drawer somewhere i would like to take them off your hands.

many thanks for your consideration.

[That looks like fun]

This makes them narrower at the bottom if its any help? ;)

[Box'a'bits]

Shit, he was having trouble with cornering practice. Are you seriously asking him to start doing wheelies now? :blink:
Admittedly that might be mildly amusing at say the Cape to Cape ride...

[Padmei]

Wheelies huh? yeah I might give that a go:msn-wink:

[Padmei]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-625778414.htm

[dino3310]

now thats somethink that would look good next to my xr in the shed

[Padmei]

now thats somethink that would look good next to my xr in the shed

Yep I think we could let you into the BMW brotherhood. You're good at chess aye? We have some ribsnorter evenings - wooh the stories we could tell you:msn-wink:

[NordieBoy]

You snort ribs?

[Oscar]

You snort ribs?

He means ribsnorer - he puts you to sleep.

[dino3310]

awwwww i thought it was just a type o for riPsnorter

[Padmei]

He means ribsnorer - he puts you to sleep.

Oh the affrontery of it all!!!

[NordieBoy]

Oh. Well, I'm in for a ribsnorter.
Mmmmm, ribs...

[GSers]

More bits added. After spending an hour wondering around bunnings and then another hour at the car wreckers, finally found some plastic piping to create the air intakes just need to find some pod air cleaners now.
GSers

[That looks like fun]

Yamaha Blue :woohoo:

[GSers]

Yamaha Blue :woohoo:

Nothing a spray bomb wont fix !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:girlfight:
I intend assembling it first, ride it. If it works strip it and paint everything and if it doesn't work just put it on the mantle piece as is

GSers

[marks]

Nothing a spray bomb wont fix !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:girlfight:
GSers

but yamaha blue implies quality

it lends a certain class to your barvarian mongrel

[GSers]

Mongrel

What you talking about Lewis

"" Trust me I'm an engineer ""

Whats happened with the poronga-how ride ??????????????

GSers

[marks]

Mongrel

What you talking about Lewis

"" Trust me I'm an engineer ""

Whats happened with the poronga-how ride ??????????????

GSers

too much trials riding

the klr is looking forlorn

its become the poronga-when ride

[dino3310]

:shit::gob::drool:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-630344608.htm

[BMWST?]

:shit::gob::drool:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-630344608.htm

tempted very tempted

[Woodman]

tempted very tempted

Gotta admit, so am I ,but within a year it would be wrecked and the BMW owners group would open a jihad on my ass, and I dunno if i can

handle having to look over my shoulder for the rest of my life in fear of having a pair of slippers thrown at me.

[BMWST?]

Gotta admit, so am I ,but within a year it would be wrecked and the BMW owners group would open a jihad on my ass, and I dunno if i can

handle having to look over my shoulder for the rest of my life in fear of having a pair of slippers thrown at me.

It would remain in its current form in my ownership but the extra luggage capacity in the front would never be seen,and I would prolly swap my shock and get my fork kit done,or shall I just save about 4500 and keep mine?

Sent from my ST27a using Tapatalk 2

[Eddieb]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-620875435.htm

$7500 ono

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/277409421.jpg

[GSers]

So after weighting for a couple of filters to arrive by courier I finally ended up with an intake system which will look alot like this on final assembly.

Have also bought some foam to wrap them in. What you think ?????????????

GSers

[Woodman]

So after weighting for a couple of filters to arrive by courier I finally ended up with an intake system which will look alot like this on final assembly.

Have also bought some foam to wrap them in. What you think ?????????????

GSers

They look good, nice and high up for deep river crossings. What about when going through water fast?

[GSers]

They look good, nice and high up for deep river crossings. What about when going through water fast?

Woodman, good point. I haven't quite finished in that area yet. I have to fit in a couple of oil coolers so a couple of deflector shields may be necessary and I also want to make a cover for the area above the filters because the tank is so far back from the steering head.
Its about time I stripped the donor bike and got this thing a runner to see if I carry on, then I will look into the front brake and a Brembo calliper 320mm Disc etc

Any one want to Motard there oil head GS ???????? I have wheels

GSers

[GSers]

287556
Woodman, good point. I haven't quite finished in that area yet. I have to fit in a couple of oil coolers so a couple of deflector shields may be necessary and I also want to make a cover for the area above the filters because the tank is so far back from the steering head.

A bit more shaping, then I need to refit the forks to see where they hit and we will soon have a top cover

GSers
287491

[Padmei]

Nice work.

[GSers]

We now have one of these ready for assembly. Just a couple more things to do to it and then throw it together to see how it rides.
Any ideas on what colour to paint the frame besides Black. ??????????????
GSers

[Aslan]

We now have one of these ready for assembly. Just a couple more things to do to it and then throw it together to see how it rides.
Any ideas on what colour to paint the frame besides Black. ??????????????
GSers


Blue like an HP2 Gerard?

[Padmei]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=650530353

[GSers]

Had some more of these arrive today time to finish off the battery. A bit of KTM orange. I was thinking maybe the frame in that colour??????

GSers

[Eddieb]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-669048239.htm

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/294753448.jpg

Is the airhead collective going to sponser me $5k to get back on board?

[igor]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-669048239.htm

Is the airhead collective going to sponser me $5k to get back on board?

hey Eddie. Bike is about 400 m from my place. its reasonably condition if ya wanna have a look at it

[Box'a'bits]

Sure, I'm in the Finance Industry. I'm sure I can help you out...

[dino3310]

Is the airhead collective going to sponser me $5k to get back on board?

got that bad boy on my watchlist:rolleyes:

[BMWST?]

looks very original,some sort of fancy shock too.How much for a new clutch Eddie?

[BMWST?]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-665690203.htm

[Eddieb]

There's also this on trade me
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-666107570.htm
http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/293776733.jpg http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/293776525.jpg

This was once also a RT same as above

http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/DSC04150.jpg
http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/DSC04155.jpg
http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/DSC04152.jpg

Even without the sidecar the bike is a good looking scrambler

[dino3310]

wall of cool bike:Punk:

[Padmei]

I'm surprised that PD hasn't sold yet. Looks in good nick.

I've been thinking about making up a hack for one of my bikes. No real reason for one- just thought they looked cool.

[Eddieb]

I'm surprised that PD hasn't sold yet. Looks in good nick.

I've been thinking about making up a hack for one of my bikes. No real reason for one- just thought they looked cool.

I have the same model chair sitting in my garage waiting to be bolted up to something

http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/drsidecar.jpg

[Eddieb]

wall of cool bike:Punk:

+lots

Here's another GS

$6000
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-665775259.htm

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/293671090.jpg

[Padmei]

Ahhhhh my eyes are meltingggggg

Actually I was wondering if Prince rode that one.



Whatcha gonna do with your sidechair in the meantime Eddie?

[Box'a'bits]

I like the purple one. If I had some spare cash...:(

[Bald Eagle]

I have the same model chair sitting in my garage waiting to be bolted up to something


Will it fit a 1998 R1100GS

Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

[Eddieb]

Another one, listed under classic and vintage
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-671679143.htm

The ad is a bit confusing, the price says $6900, but then lower down he says $8900. There are pics of 2 different bikes the same colours, and he says he has a 3rd to sell also.

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/294171184.jpg

[Eddieb]

Didn't know boxers were made this small

BMW R45 1979

R45, the smallest of the "air heads". Basically an R65 with smaller pots

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-670060259.htm

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/295077030.jpg

[Box'a'bits]

The R45 is reputed to be an absolute slug. Voltaires got one :facepalm:

[Kickaha]

The R45 is reputed to be an absolute slug. Voltaires got one :facepalm:

Most likely it is all he can handle

I think they were made to fit a particular insurance bracket

[Eddieb]

Will it fit a 1998 R1100GS

Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

It's probably a bit light for a R1100GS. At this stage I am going to mount it up to the DR.

[Waihou Thumper]

Another one, listed under classic and vintage
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-671679143.htm

The ad is a bit confusing, the price says $6900, but then lower down he says $8900. There are pics of 2 different bikes the same colours, and he says he has a 3rd to sell also.




Yesterday I went to Whitianga to have a look at this bike. The advertisement was indeed confusing but he said he couldn't be naffed to list two bikes...and pay, more the reason I think.
Anyway, the bike in question for $8900 is the well farkled one, Ohlins etc. The one I had a look at is the 1991, with brand new Hagon shock and new battery, new recovered seat and painted engine protectors etc etc. It is a very tidy bike and I took it for a ride. Apart from a squeaky front brake, it was a pleasure to roll on the throttle and be comfortable.
Needless to say, the ad now has had the photos removed of the 1991 and the other bike is the one for sale. The thing is, he hasn't updated the listing price, so it is still confusing for some, but at lewast the photos now are of the bike that IS still for sale.
The reason for selling is he has a buggered hip and needs an operation, poor fella. He also has a beaut Transalp in the garage.

[Box'a'bits]

Yesterday I went to Whitianga to have a look at this bike. The advertisement was indeed confusing but he said he couldn't be naffed to list two bikes...and pay, more the reason I think.
Anyway, the bike in question for $8900 is the well farkled one, Ohlins etc. The one I had a look at is the 1991, with brand new Hagon shock and new battery, new recovered seat and painted engine protectors etc etc. It is a very tidy bike and I took it for a ride. Apart from a squeaky front brake, it was a pleasure to roll on the throttle and be comfortable.
Needless to say, the ad now has had the photos removed of the 1991 and the other bike is the one for sale. The thing is, he hasn't updated the listing price, so it is still confusing for some, but at lewast the photos now are of the bike that IS still for sale.
The reason for selling is he has a buggered hip and needs an operation, poor fella. He also has a beaut Transalp in the garage.
Unfortunately the Hagon shock heads have a nasty reputation (on GS's at least) for breaking off. Welded onto the shock body.

[Waihou Thumper]

Unfortunately the Hagon shock heads have a nasty reputation (on GS's at least) for breaking off. Welded onto the shock body.


​I saw that on ADV, it was back in 2009 and the shock had already done over 12000 miles? Has there been recent catastrophes? I am sure there has been some bad experiences, the shock after all is only about $700, not a Ohlins at $1400 :) Have Ohlins failed? Gotta be better than standard surely...:)

Well, I cannot do much about that, one thing that does help is that it is brand new, so will come with a warranty. I will make sure I get receipts from the seller on it. Thanks for the heads up. After reading and reading last night and this morning, I have found some good information and some things that just scare the hell out of me. Mind you, wasn't too different from Orange Crush either for the LC4...

[Box'a'bits]

​I saw that on ADV, it was back in 2009 and the shock had already done over 12000 miles? Has there been recent catastrophes? I am sure there has been some bad experiences, the shock after all is only about $700, not a Ohlins at $1400 :) Have Ohlins failed? Gotta be better than standard surely...:)

Well, I cannot do much about that, one thing that does help is that it is brand new, so will come with a warranty. I will make sure I get receipts from the seller on it. Thanks for the heads up. After reading and reading last night and this morning, I have found some good information and some things that just scare the hell out of me. Mind you, wasn't too different from Orange Crush either for the LC4...
Over on UKGSer as well. Rob Farmer personally had this experience, & I trust him to know which side is up. Also a few of the other Pommie riders.

Anything said on ADVrider check, I potentially take with a grain of salt (dependent on who it is). They would have you travelling with a semi trailer of (un-needed) spares. There are some good blokes & chappettes there though.

[Waihou Thumper]

Just ride them....
I see a page written by

http://bmwmotorcycletech.info/technical-articles-list.htm

The guy is buried in snow 7 months of the year...:clap:
No wonder he has written such a great "War & Peace" web page for BMW...:)
Nothing to do, but grow a beard and bury yourself in the man cave drinking Miller lite...:)
Great to read, nice information.....BUT, if I read that and followed it, I would be a basket case and will buy a model BMW to sit in front of the computer and never ride..:)


On another note, can I get my nipples re-chromed? :) While there, rims and spokes too? Anyone know of any local guys in the Waikato that can turn ugly duckling wheels into this BMW Swan?

[Box'a'bits]

Snowbums site is a useful tool, but one I intensely dislike wading through. The use of different fonts, colors, & text sizing makes it a hard read. Plus he ends to ramble, because he is trying to get too much in.

Good luck with trying to find a wheel rebuilder keen to take on your cross spoke wheels. They are hard to get any accuracy on, especially once they are out of true. Most of the strength / weight is in the rim.

You can get stainless spokea & nipples, & you could replace them one at a time. Or rub them over with aluminium foil. Don't polish them & take the nickel off the steel, or you will soon have a bigger mess. Talk to Padmei about rusty spokes.

[Padmei]

Funnily enough I was thinking about my spokes today & wondering if I would bother replacing them. I personally wouldn't worry about how out of true my rims were as the tyres always are out of true anyway & lets face it we're not riding at over 200kph

[Woodman]

Funnily enough I was thinking about my spokes today & wondering if I would bother replacing them. I personally wouldn't worry about how out of true my rims were as the tyres always are out of true anyway & lets face it we're not riding at over 200kph

The guy in CHCH who rebuilt my Benelli rims only charged $318 to supply spokes and rebuild 2 wheels plus freight. Pretty good I thought.

[Eddieb]

R80G/S Paris Dakar

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-673595777.htm

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/296291919.jpg

Bidding at $4000, reserve not met

[Eddieb]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/exhaust/auction-673450928.htm

BMW R80GS - R100GS MUFFLER

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/295219010.jpg

$99 and in Nelson Padders

[Waihou Thumper]

How about getting the bike shod? Avon Distanzia 3? One owner swears by them....:)
Metal, tar and the odd trail, mud - summer use?

[BMWST?]

i run tourances,i dont do mud and stuff,the tourances are fine on the typical nz gravel road,just watch it if you get into thick stuff!

[Aslan]

Mark - I assume you're interested in tyres for your soon to be acquired PD - I believe a good compromise - one I run myself is TKC80 front and Mitas E07 rear. You could substitute Heidenau Scout for E07 - you had one of your DR Big didnt you when we rode down to the DB1k together

[Eddieb]

Mark - I assume you're interested in tyres for your soon to be acquired PD - I believe a good compromise - one I run myself is TKC80 front and Mitas E07 rear. You could substitute Heidenau Scout for E07 - you had one of your DR Big didnt you when we rode down to the DB1k together

+1, a good combo

[Waihou Thumper]

Mark - I assume you're interested in tyres for your soon to be acquired PD - I believe a good compromise - one I run myself is TKC80 front and Mitas E07 rear. You could substitute Heidenau Scout for E07 - you had one of your DR Big didnt you when we rode down to the DB1k together

Thanks for that. The reason I ask also is that the seller can get a rear Avon Distanzia 3 for $168, I can also source rear Metzler Karoos at a bike shop for $150. (guy didn't want them, brand new) If anyone wanted these, there are two 130.80.17
I will see what the result of the wof tells me, then decide what to do.

[Phreaky Phil]

Thanks for that. The reason I ask also is that the seller can get a rear Avon Distanzia 3 for $168, I can also source rear Metzler Karoos at a bike shop for $150. (guy didn't want them, brand new) If anyone wanted these, there are two 130.80.17
I will see what the result of the wof tells me, then decide what to do.


Karoos good but dont last. TKCs can get 6000+ km out of them and good on road. I have K60s on mine at moment. OK on gravel. Bit sketchey on wet tar. should last ages. I have run a lot of Mitas E09s rears which I like but I had a 140 x 17 split where the yellow stripe goes aroun the tyre. Not impressed :no: They are not tubeliss though

[Waihou Thumper]

Well, I got the bike this morning, nice and early. I decided to bring it back through the Tapu-Coroglen road home.
Consequently when I got it to the bike shop, it was very dusty.
It failed the Warrant .......:mad:
The headlight and the tail light aint working...I must have either shaken something loose of there is a bad earth.
The bulb is fine, we put the probes on and it looks like an earth issue, no biggie. Everything else passed with flying colours, even the rear tyre is good for a few more months.
So there was method in my madness, if it cannot handle a ride back across the Coromandel Ranges without mishap on a trailer, how is it going to behave when riding?
Somehow I have to get it back next week prior to everything closing for the holidays. I am thinking of hitching a ride after work from Te Aroha....
If you see me on the side of the road, please stop and offer me a lift...:)

[Waihou Thumper]

Well, I got the bike this morning, nice and early. I decided to bring it back through the Tapu-Coroglen road home.
Consequently when I got it to the bike shop, it was very dusty.
It failed the Warrant .......:mad:
The headlight and the tail light aint working...I must have either shaken something loose of there is a bad earth.
The bulb is fine, we put the probes on and it looks like an earth issue, no biggie. Everything else passed with flying colours, even the rear tyre is good for a few more months.
So there was method in my madness, if it cannot handle a ride back across the Coromandel Ranges without mishap on a trailer, how is it going to behave when riding?
Somehow I have to get it back next week prior to everything closing for the holidays. I am thinking of hitching a ride after work from Te Aroha....
If you see me on the side of the road, please stop and offer me a lift...:)



All fixed, as I stated not a big issue. Was done promptly this morning. I cannot rate NV Motorcycles highly enough, nick sure gets onto things quickly! :)
New bulb in the main beam, looks like a new rear reflector and wiring sorted, good to go for the Summer. Wof done, $34, parts and labour $125 for lighting/wiring, 3 months registration $135 approx...
What I did notice was that as the new owner I am only liable for ANY reg due from the date of purchase. The seller decided to finally do change of ownership the day before he sold it, as it was over two months overdue 4/10/13, this doesn't get picked up by anyone? The LTSA said we cannot get it from you, we cannot get it from him? Weird? :)
So, buy a bike, wait for it to be sold by the owner, and then change the ownership whenever you want to? No....cannot be right as the seller has to input the new owners name and postal address.
Somehow, almost three months has escaped the system. Not my problem...:)

[Gremlin]

The seller decided to finally do change of ownership the day before he sold it, as it was over two months overdue 4/10/13, this doesn't get picked up by anyone? The LTSA said we cannot get it from you, we cannot get it from him? Weird? :)
So, buy a bike, wait for it to be sold by the owner, and then change the ownership whenever you want to? No....cannot be right as the seller has to input the new owners name and postal address.
Last time I saw, yes, it's a gap. Plenty say it's an easy loophole, ie, let it lapse 11 months, then transfer to new person. Ta-da, no rego. I guess the more that use it, the quicker it will get tightened.

[Eddieb]

yum

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-675610344.htm

$6800

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/297039789.jpg

[dino3310]

yummy:2thumbsup

[sandeg]

Anyone need an improved field magnet housing (http://www.euromotoelectrics.com/product-p/d6ra-magccw.htm) for an OILHEAD valeo starter motor? I have just re-read my invoice from EME & realised what I ordered in error.
:doh:

Given it is already on its way, & the shipping costs, I'll just have to order the correct one & suck it up. If no one here wants it it'll go on Trademe.

Did you sell the part?

[Box'a'bits]

Did you sell the part?
Nope still have it here. :yes: I gather you are looking for one? Yours for $50 + postage

[Waihou Thumper]

800km over two days, Te Aroha - Kimbolton and return. Desert Road, Western Access etc...
Chewed through 48.53 litres of fuel, averaged out at 16.48 km/l......Is that okay, good or bad experts? I see the specs say 14km/l average approx...
I didn't go over 118kph, and that was one stretch of road through Rangiatua....all in all i was impressed with the ride, although a bit of a bitch to start this morning, might need a tune, me thinks..
The wind was bloody awful too! :)

[Padmei]

800km over two days, Te Aroha - Kimbolton and return. Desert Road, Western Access etc...
Chewed through 48.53 litres of fuel, averaged out at 16.48 km/l......Is that okay, good or bad experts? I see the specs say 14km/l average approx...
I didn't go over 118kph, and that was one stretch of road through Rangiatua....all in all i was impressed with the ride, although a bit of a bitch to start this morning, might need a tune, me thinks..
The wind was bloody awful too! :)

Sounds like my experiences. I get 15 to 17 depending. Mine is often hard to start as 1cylinder starts then the 2nd one pulls in. I do love the basicness of them

[Waihou Thumper]

Sounds like my experiences. I get 15 to 17 depending. Mine is often hard to start as 1cylinder starts then the 2nd one pulls in. I do love the basicness of them

But when warm, is fine right? I started her up this morning, took a bit of time......
Warmed it up, then turned off and had a brew......Then I had to repeat the process once more.....Bugger!
One other thing I have found which is a pain in the arse......The neutral light disappears and I cannot start until it lights up....I then play with the lever and all is fine.
After parking it up on the centre stand for a day or overnight, it disappears again....:)
It is basic, I like it, runs well and certainly different to the Japanese bikes...:) Sort of makes you lazy too, changing gears is a thing of the past....:)

[BMWST?]

mines good to start,just gotta push the choke lever all the way round for the first start of the day,then I bring it back to the 1st stop for a bit,then I can turn it off and the bike will idle at a very slow beat.never actually measured economy on mine but they arent that flash,agree about the tractability of the engine

[Padmei]

Choke lever? They are so yesterday.
Mines great when hot.
One of my neutral switches doesn't work so I have to listen to the change of engine noise, you get used to it

[Waihou Thumper]

mines good to start,just gotta push the choke lever all the way round for the first start of the day,then I bring it back to the 1st stop for a bit,then I can turn it off and the bike will idle at a very slow beat.never actually measured economy on mine but they arent that flash,agree about the tractability of the engine

I tried this and it works a lot better....The owner said it didn't need the full choke, but I guess it does. As soon as it starts, i backed it off to the 1st stop, then let it idle, a slow slow beat..:) Thanks for that.....
On another note. I noticed a tiny drip of oil or similar on the floor from both sides of the Bing Carbs, just behind these where the black hose bends up into the engine. I put my finger around the bottom of the hose where the cir-clip is and got a smidgen smear....Is this a normal thing after long ride, anything to worry about?

[BMWST?]

I tried this and it works a lot better....The owner said it didn't need the full choke, but I guess it does. As soon as it starts, i backed it off to the 1st stop, then let it idle, a slow slow beat..:) Thanks for that.....
On another note. I noticed a tiny drip of oil or similar on the floor from both sides of the Bing Carbs, just behind these where the black hose bends up into the engine. I put my finger around the bottom of the hose where the cir-clip is and got a smidgen smear....Is this a normal thing after long ride, anything to worry about?

Check the airbox

[Eddieb]

800km over two days, Te Aroha - Kimbolton and return. Desert Road, Western Access etc...
Chewed through 48.53 litres of fuel, averaged out at 16.48 km/l......Is that okay, good or bad experts? I see the specs say 14km/l average approx...
I didn't go over 118kph, and that was one stretch of road through Rangiatua....all in all i was impressed with the ride, although a bit of a bitch to start this morning, might need a tune, me thinks..
The wind was bloody awful too! :)

Thats pretty good economy for an airhead, all of mine used to do 15 or just over. The torque spread is good huh, just pick a gear and go.

[Waihou Thumper]

Check the airbox

Clean as a whistle and dry too. Looks good in there. I just tightened the hose clamps a bit more...
Ran my finger around the bottom, nothing more than a tiny smear...So I am happy with that. :)

[Waihou Thumper]

Thats pretty good economy for an airhead, all of mine used to do 15 or just over. The torque spread is good huh, just pick a gear and go.

It is a bit disconcerting when approaching an intersection. I stop and I have to listen for the engine as I think it has stalled. :) So quiet....it just rumbles on.
The thing is, I am used to changing gears, got to learn to just change up and roll on the throttle, or stay in fifth and use that big bag of torque!
It does need a sixth though...Might have to look at getting a smaller rear sprocket....:msn-wink:

[BMWST?]

Clean as a whistle and dry too. Looks good in there. I just tightened the hose clamps a bit more...
Ran my finger around the bottom, nothing more than a tiny smear...So I am happy with that. :)


Mine drips a wee bit of oil from around there somewhere,only driveline side I think

[Waihou Thumper]

Is the PD designed so you can lift the tank still in place and work underneath? I see a hinge there to release the tank from the housing, but do you have to disconnect the fuel lines?
The fuses, air box etc.

[BMWST?]

Is the PD designed so you can lift the tank still in place and work underneath? I see a hinge there to release the tank from the housing, but do you have to disconnect the fuel lines?
The fuses, air box etc.
dont quite understand "release tank from housing".If i want to look at fuses etc i take the tank right off.

[Waihou Thumper]

dont quite understand "release tank from housing".If i want to look at fuses etc i take the tank right off.

Sorry, I meant the cir-clip under the seat that releases the tank so in order to lift it....I thought it pivots and can be suspended to work under..

[BMWST?]

Sorry, I meant the cir-clip under the seat that releases the tank so in order to lift it....I thought it pivots and can be suspended to work under..

nope.if its the same as mine it s a hook that hooks into the end of the top tube of the frame,if you can compress the rubber block under the tank enough :sweatdrop :woohoo:

[BEAMER89]

R80G/S Paris Dakar

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-673595777.htm

Bidding at $4000, reserve not met


Come Sunday and this R80G/S,PD bike is going to join up with my other R80G/S and R100GS and the rest of my BMW classics.

[Eddieb]

Another one $4500 reserve not met

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-680888991.htm

http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/298496752.jpg