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it makes sense in that scenario to move to a 38 mm Brembo what ever else is done. Thanks for the information. Because your reply didn't include a take on the number of discs, I take it as single disc would still be adequate for two up driving given that the driving habits are not sporty, and that t...

The extra power may highlight the braking issue unless they too have been upgraded. We're clearly diverting from the original topic, but I take it as we're both guilty and open to it. ;) I can find retrofit sets to upgrade brakes to a dual disc setup. But I've not seen too many posts nor videos abo...

SteveD wrote: ↑Sat Dec 31, 2022 5:34 am Sounds like it might be a sleeper. Has it still got R45 decals?

Yes. See attached photo.

barryh wrote: ↑Tue Dec 20, 2022 3:17 pm If they went to trouble of fitting bigger carbs I imagine they did replace the heads.

For what it is worth, they did upgrade the heads too, and used slightly bigger intake valves.

Thanks for the considerations - appreciate your useful advise. What I know of the R45 I'm considering is that it has been upgraded with "800cc parts" but due to the technical reasons, it ends up as 700cc engine. Also, carburetors have been upgraded, as well as the drive train for better ge...

Hello, Hope you are all doing well. I'm considering to buy a 1979 BMW R45. It's sweet, but I've got a predicament with the pillion passenger part. My wife rides quite a lot with me, and she'd feel a lot more comfortable if there was a back rest (sissy bar) or a top case behind her back. Alas, while ...