The BMW GS boxer twin thread

[BASS-TREBLE]

I don't want to hijack this thread,

Im interested in an R100 airhead, preferably a GS.
Budget is at around $3500

PM me.
B-T

[Oscar]

We're already on that. the Afrika Korps logo with some suitable changes would suit we reckon.

Like this one?

[xwhatsit]

Afrika Korps ADV-tanking:

[Kokopelli]

Was Rommel a pom or nazi?

Rommel was an interesting character, do a search. He was in charge of the "Panzergruppe Afrika" and later became Fieldmarshall. He was initially quite close to Hitler who liked his reputation as a soldier. He was later accused of participating in an attempt on Hitler's life and committed suicide in the presence of two Generals who came for him. Rommel was a very popular commander, so the incident was downplayed and he received a state funeral. His son later became mayor of Stuttgart.

In short, no he wasn't a POM. The jury is still out on how much of a Nazi he was. Probably more a misguided soldier, but who knows.

[Padmei]

Oh Eddie I am so waiting.... COme on lets make this a photoshop challenge

[junkmanjoe]

ive been working on a desgin for eddie.
we not sure how big to make it or where to put it on his bike.

[Box'a'bits]

R100GS on trade me

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...-221551788.htm

From what he's saying it's very low mileage. I want... A Bumblebee. Most desireable (from my perspective), but I will struggle getting it past the treasurer... I suspect the discussion would go - you can have it IF you sell the RS OR KTM first

Steve

[Eddieb]

I picked up a new sidestand spring the other day so have just fitted that tonight. Seeing as I've left a spring on each island so far this year I've tried cable tying it on this time in case it gets knocked off. The springs are fairly solid but one end is just looped round a stay off the stand so I suspect they are just shaking off rather than breaking.

I've also just fitted a set of E-Z Pull Throttle Springs for BMW Airheads on the PD, also found at http://bmwthrottlesprings.com/. Same guy different site.

$12US for 2 little springs, inc international shipping. It may seem a little steep for 2 little springs but they are supposed to 'reduce throttle opening effort by 25-40% , and fully close for a proper idle.'. The BMW throttle is a bit heavier than most bikes so we'll see if they have made any noticable improvement, not that I consider the PD bad by any means. The G/S however wll give you a right arm like Arnie.

The guys on advrider rave about them so it's a cheap upgrade that may or may not bear results and it hasn't cost a lot to take the risk.

I can say very good service from the guy. It took just 3 days for delivery from California via United States Postal Service First Class delivery once the PayPal payment went through.

[ahebron]

The G/S however wll give you a right arm like Arnie.

I know why that is
The previous owner changed the bars to some after market bars and just turned the bar end down till the throttle fitted. Might be some galling or grit in there. The DPO also being rather large in stature never had a problem with it. A few owners back the bike was partly converted into a more road oreintated bike and had bars with a slight drop in them which the DPO bought the bike with.

Adrian

[BMWST?]

somebody wants that bumblebee.....bid was 4400,somebody jumped in w a 5000 bid!

[Eddieb]

somebody wants that bumblebee.....bid was 4400,somebody jumped in w a 5000 bid!

I'm going to put an order into Motohansa in Aus shortly, let me know if you want to piggy back off the same order if there's anything you need.

And before anyone starts harping on about supporting local business, I would if there was one that supplied what I am after. But BMW don't see fit to have a dealership with 550km's of my location and aftermarket dealers don't seem to have what I need.

Whats the fucks up BMW?

[BMWST?]

whats ya getting?I want a rear seat lock .Motorad will get parts.

No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
02 Steering lock 1 51251243274 +core
03 DUAL SEAT LOCK 1 51251242378 +core
04 IGNITION/LIGHT SWITCH 1 51251233276 +core
05 Steering lock CODE 1 51251243499 +core
06 DUAL SEAT LOCK WITH CODE 1 51251242327 +core
07 IGNITION/LIGHT SWITCH CODE 1 51251243501 +core

my bike has the rail that has the seat lock(10) but it doesnt have the rail round the back of the seat....item 6.Does one replace the other?

[Eddieb]

whats ya getting?I want a rear seat lock .Motorad will get parts.

No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
02 Steering lock 1 51251243274 +core
03 DUAL SEAT LOCK 1 51251242378 +core
04 IGNITION/LIGHT SWITCH 1 51251233276 +core
05 Steering lock CODE 1 51251243499 +core
06 DUAL SEAT LOCK WITH CODE 1 51251242327 +core
07 IGNITION/LIGHT SWITCH CODE 1 51251243501 +core

my bike has the rail that has the seat lock(10) but it doesnt have the rail round the back of the seat....item 6.Does one replace the other?

There should be both, though I don't think you need the rail. As far as I can tell it's just a grab rail for a pillion.

I'm getting a list of bits. Allen head carb screws, brake resevoir screws, pushrod seals, 90 degree tyre valve adapter, front and rear brake pads plus more.

[Box'a'bits]

And before anyone starts harping on about supporting local business, I would if there was one that supplied what I am after. But BMW don't see fit to have a dealership with 550km's of my location and aftermarket dealers don't seem to have what I need.

Whats the fucks up BMW?

Motorad is still an accreditted repair workshop & can supply BMW bits.

I think Garry W was talking about negotiations going behind the scenes to remedy the issues you raise. At least part of the issue is that BMW insist on a certain level of fitout for the dealerships, and want a 'single brand' dealership, whereas most dealers are branching into multiple franshises, to escape from the influence of single franchise decisions on their bottom line.

Finally, it doesn't help that the BMW master franchise is now offshore...

Steve

[Eddieb]

Motorad is still an accreditted repair workshop & can supply BMW bits.

I think Garry W was talking about negotiations going behind the scenes to remedy the issues you raise. At least part of the issue is that BMW insist on a certain level of fitout for the dealerships, and want a 'single brand' dealership, whereas most dealers are branching into multiple franshises, to escape from the influence of single franchise decisions on their bottom line.

Finally, it doesn't help that the BMW master franchise is now offshore...

Steve

They certainly don't advertise about still being a BMW accredited workshop. First I knew that and I've been in-store twice in the last 3 weeks. I go in there for odds and sods but anything more than bolts or a spring I ring Hamilton.

Unfortunately it would have to be a good store for me to revert back locally now. The damage has bene done and I have now built an extremely good relationship and get exceptional service out of Hamilton Motorcycle Centre.

Although Wellington isn't NZ's biggest city it is it's capital. I find it amazing that there isn't a full dealer here.