This is where 1970 & later Airheads are discussed as well as the main forum for the site. http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/list.php?3Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:00:47 -0500 Phorum 5.2.15a http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,73189,73189#msg-73189 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,73189,73189#msg-73189
I just picked up this link through the "Airlist" and thought it would interest some of you.

This company Nuetech, has come up with a way of going tubeless, while still running tube-type rims.

[www.nuetech.com]

If this really works and works well, I'd eliminate my tubes in a heartbeat but since it would involve drilling a set of vintage Lester rims, I'm leery.

Anyone have any experience with this system? Do you see any downsides?]]> kenwhitehawk General BMW DiscussionMon, 26 Jul 2010 13:32:52 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,73149,73149#msg-73149 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,73149,73149#msg-73149
Any ideas about what happened and how I managed to get 100 extra ml of oil in? I have never filled above the the bottom of the threaded hole. I had the clutch spline lubed late last year and the mechanic said the fluid levels were good. What's my next step?]]> stjoey General BMW DiscussionMon, 26 Jul 2010 06:06:05 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,73147,73147#msg-73147 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,73147,73147#msg-73147 Joe Pain General BMW DiscussionMon, 26 Jul 2010 05:55:49 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,73117,73117#msg-73117 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,73117,73117#msg-73117 Joe Pain General BMW DiscussionSun, 25 Jul 2010 18:14:15 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72997,72997#msg-72997 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72997,72997#msg-72997I looked in the bmw manual for a nut torque but found no information.
Any body know what torque value to use, or is tight enough good enough?]]> ME 109 General BMW DiscussionFri, 23 Jul 2010 20:51:11 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72984,72984#msg-72984 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72984,72984#msg-72984 chasgrips45 General BMW DiscussionSat, 24 Jul 2010 14:56:01 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72971,72971#msg-72971 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72971,72971#msg-72971www.euromotoelectrics.com] to go with my new Boyer ignition.

These are going on my /2 conversion so I have to make up new mounts, and I'm considering rubber mounting them.

Do I need to make sure the coil bodies are grounded?]]> Garnet General BMW DiscussionSat, 24 Jul 2010 16:48:19 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72967,72967#msg-72967 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72967,72967#msg-72967
Here they are:

http://falcons.dyndns.org/links/open/MOA10/]]> John Falconer General BMW DiscussionSun, 25 Jul 2010 09:46:07 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72929,72929#msg-72929 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72929,72929#msg-72929What might be the cause of this?
The brake light filament does not blow.]]> ME 109 General BMW DiscussionMon, 26 Jul 2010 01:42:07 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72928,72928#msg-72928 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72928,72928#msg-72928
Can anyone tell me if the standard rear shock shrouds will fit on my Koni dial-a-ride rear shocks? Bike is a 1974 R90/6

If so: Can you recommend a European supplier please. I am based in the UK.
If they don't fit, can you explain the issue?

Thanks and best wishes,

Sam]]> Sam LP General BMW DiscussionFri, 23 Jul 2010 15:00:21 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72894,72894#msg-72894 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72894,72894#msg-72894
Does he need to rebuild the damping cartridge? Note: I get black oil out of both sides when I change fork oil in spring and have no damping problems.

What's your advice to him? I said if he was really worried about it or if he had damping problems, take them apart, clean and inspect for worn components - replace only whats worn.

What say you?]]> Ray from Indiana General BMW DiscussionFri, 23 Jul 2010 15:03:30 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72886,72886#msg-72886 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72886,72886#msg-72886 chasgrips45 General BMW DiscussionThu, 22 Jul 2010 22:25:57 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72773,72773#msg-72773 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72773,72773#msg-72773
Seems like a fair price.

[minneapolis.craigslist.org]]]> blitz General BMW DiscussionWed, 21 Jul 2010 08:19:41 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72757,72757#msg-72757 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72757,72757#msg-72757
Okay, here’s the wheel cup



And the final drive splines - not much left there!



I pulled the cover off the FD using Duane’s excellent step-by-step instructions (thanks again Duane). The crown wheel and pinion look to be in good condition. Here’s the crown wheel. The magnetic drain plug had some dark grey sludge with no detectable grit. The bike has close to 200,000kms on the clock, so I’m pretty pleased about this.



So, my options at this stage?

Buy a wheel spline cup and rivets ($200 from Munich’s). Then I can get the final drive splines welded and machined to suit. SteveD had this done recently by a bloke not far from here. Are you there, Steve? Any comments on the work?

Now I’m wondering how to get the crown wheel out of the FD cover. Or, should I leave this to someone who knows what they are doing? All comments and advice appreciated, of course.]]> AirBear General BMW DiscussionThu, 22 Jul 2010 22:56:51 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72715,72715#msg-72715 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72715,72715#msg-72715
Am I headed for trouble or just normal noise for tranny with miles on it?

Thanks for feedback.]]> greyhead General BMW DiscussionThu, 22 Jul 2010 00:05:03 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72703,72703#msg-72703 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72703,72703#msg-72703I have a 1975 R90S.
Recently when I press the starter switch, nothing happens for 2-3 seconds, then the bike turns over and starts fine.

The battery is good, so I am thinking it is probably the starter relay getting sticky, but I suppose it could be the switch itself or possibly even the starter solenoid. What are your thoughts?

Also, if it is the starter relay, is there a replacement relay that I can use besides going through BMW? I thought I remembered reading about a Bosch replacement that could be purchased at Kragens.

Thanks for any help!
Rick]]> fogrider General BMW DiscussionWed, 21 Jul 2010 18:18:32 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72684,72684#msg-72684 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72684,72684#msg-72684
This one is under the left front fork.



There is no oil running down the fork from the top seal. It all appears to be coming from right there by what looks like a copper crush washer. The big nut is tight.

The question is: What do I buy and where do I buy it before pulling it appart?

Thanks
Brad]]> bbelk General BMW DiscussionFri, 23 Jul 2010 08:22:58 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72635,72635#msg-72635 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72635,72635#msg-72635FITS the /5... AND it's actually black, my favorite color! See photos of it here: [s753.photobucket.com] I'm not sure if it's taller than a standard S fairing above the headlight opening, but without the drop down part for the gauges, it looks like it won't interfere with using the stock ignition switch location. Question: it came with a new Gustaffsen windshield which is undrilled. What is the best way to drill the holes for mounting without cracking the plastic? Vanzen, is this something you should add to your "Classic Glass" page? If you want better pictures, wait a bit and I'll send you better ones of it... mounted too!]]> Big Bamboo General BMW DiscussionWed, 21 Jul 2010 15:58:01 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72573,72573#msg-72573 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72573,72573#msg-72573
My question is, how does the lowering of weight compare to other performance enhancements in the real world? Adding cam, displacement, carburetion, and breathing is one route to more performance, but my gut instincts tell me that less recip. weight means more engine life.

There it is. That's my theoretical question. Thanks in advance for any discussion that ensues.

Chuey]]> chuey General BMW DiscussionTue, 20 Jul 2010 12:00:08 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72570,72570#msg-72570 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72570,72570#msg-72570
I installed a Boyer on my /7 in 1979 and it worked till I sold it in the mid 90s. The only problem was it was hard starting at low temps. I have since learned that those original systems did not work well on low voltage, either going full advance or not suppling spark at all. Boyer claims to have solved that problem.


Is anyone out there running a current Boyer Digital system, and how does it start in the cold (freezing) temps?]]> Garnet General BMW DiscussionFri, 23 Jul 2010 10:10:01 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72523,72523#msg-72523 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72523,72523#msg-72523Ken pulled 4 pieces of spring out.
Ignore it at your engines peril!
My broken spring cost me $1000 in parts, another crank included.

I think it's rare because not many people know about this by pass spring set up, let alone checks to see it's ok.
It takes 3 seconds to check when changing your oil filter.

Did ken get all the broken pieces spring out?? We'll find out before long I guess.]]> ME 109 General BMW DiscussionWed, 21 Jul 2010 10:22:02 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72519,72519#msg-72519 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72519,72519#msg-72519
Mark offered it to me months ago, but I felt unsure about taking it. Last week he rang and insisted I have it! Wouldn't take anything for it.

HOW ABOUT THAT!

It's in very good nick, mostly suffering from minor storage markings.



This colour is rare in Oz..a 1983 scheme I believe. Anyone got one the same?]]> SteveD General BMW DiscussionFri, 23 Jul 2010 01:33:34 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72513,72513#msg-72513 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72513,72513#msg-72513 Campy General BMW DiscussionSun, 25 Jul 2010 14:26:43 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72506,72506#msg-72506 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72506,72506#msg-72506 Joe Pain General BMW DiscussionMon, 19 Jul 2010 09:20:30 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72469,72469#msg-72469 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72469,72469#msg-72469 DASBMW1 General BMW DiscussionSun, 18 Jul 2010 15:12:16 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72454,72454#msg-72454 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72454,72454#msg-72454Does anyone have experience with these seats?


It's part #91822 on Motobins website.
[www.motobins.co.uk] Series 2 valve Twin

S-Meyer seat
[www.meyer-bikes.com]
]]> Jeff in W.C. General BMW DiscussionSun, 25 Jul 2010 11:05:48 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72422,72422#msg-72422 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72422,72422#msg-72422
Chuey]]> chuey General BMW DiscussionMon, 19 Jul 2010 13:09:59 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72405,72405#msg-72405 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72405,72405#msg-72405 The Veg General BMW DiscussionThu, 22 Jul 2010 01:28:27 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72387,72387#msg-72387 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72387,72387#msg-72387 Nourish General BMW DiscussionFri, 16 Jul 2010 16:32:00 -0500 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72383,72383#msg-72383 http://boxerworks.com/phorum5/read.php?3,72383,72383#msg-72383 Nourish General BMW DiscussionTue, 20 Jul 2010 16:06:14 -0500