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- Mon May 20, 2024 10:58 am
- Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
- Topic: Cam head left cam tensioner replacement issue
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6002
Re: Cam head left cam tensioner replacement issue
It will be interesting to know what mileage your bike has covered and did you fit an "after market" tensioner or the BMW one. If it is the BMW item what is the part number. (Is it different to the one you have replaced ?) Also I was under the impression that the the Twin Cam engine has an ...
- Fri Apr 26, 2024 7:34 am
- Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
- Topic: Cam head left cam tensioner replacement issue
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6002
Re: Cam head left cam tensioner replacement issue
There is a procedure in the Haynes Manual which describes removal of the Tensioners. (Engine in The Frame) Also there are some videos on Utube, unfortunately not for a Camhead although the general procedure will be the same, ie displacement of the Left Throttle Body which I presume you will have don...
- Tue Apr 23, 2024 4:01 pm
- Forum: Audio, Bluetooth & Electrical System
- Topic: Battery Charging.
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2791
Re: Battery Charging.
Thanks David,
No worries then.
No worries then.
- Tue Apr 23, 2024 10:16 am
- Forum: Audio, Bluetooth & Electrical System
- Topic: Battery Charging.
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2791
Battery Charging.
The Haynes Manual (R1200 D.O.H.C. Twins 2010-2012) specifically states "Do not connect a battery charger to the battery terminals while the battery is on the Bike". As I have always carried out this very procedure (Three R1200RTs) without any known problems I am wondering just what negativ...
- Tue Apr 23, 2024 7:22 am
- Forum: Audio, Bluetooth & Electrical System
- Topic: Never noticed this before ?.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4464
- Mon Apr 22, 2024 7:57 am
- Forum: Audio, Bluetooth & Electrical System
- Topic: Never noticed this before ?.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4464
Re: Never noticed this before ?.
Morning David,
I will give that a try later.
Up-Date as follows.
Battery Voltage after standing overnight. 12.7 v.
Engine running at fast tickover 13.75 v.
I will give that a try later.
Up-Date as follows.
Battery Voltage after standing overnight. 12.7 v.
Engine running at fast tickover 13.75 v.
- Sun Apr 21, 2024 6:01 pm
- Forum: Audio, Bluetooth & Electrical System
- Topic: Never noticed this before ?.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4464
Never noticed this before ?.
During a ride out this morning the Air Temperature was only about 7 degrees so about 5 miles into the ride I flicked on the Grip Heaters to the first position. Just after that I accelerated down a Slip Road to join a major road. As I switched on the Right Turn indicator to indicate I was joining the...
- Wed Mar 27, 2024 4:14 pm
- Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
- Topic: Brake Caliper Pistons (To Lube or Not ! !)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3304
Re: Brake Caliper Pistons (To Lube or Not ! !)
Not sure really, bit over zealous I suppose, and as you rightly point out, it's not a listed service requirement doing so could be detrimental. So then, just a good Caliper and Piston clean with my favourite secret stuff and re-assemble. Those rear pad Springs are a bit hit and miss Heath Robinson a...
- Wed Mar 27, 2024 7:36 am
- Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
- Topic: Brake Caliper Pistons (To Lube or Not ! !)
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3304
Brake Caliper Pistons (To Lube or Not ! !)
During the current crappy UK weather I am taking the opportunity to Service all three Brake Calipers on my Camhead. In the past, and after cleaning all components I have lightly lubed the exposed portions of the Pistons with Silicone grease. I know, some say that this only attracts dust and muck whi...
- Sun Mar 17, 2024 12:40 pm
- Forum: Tyres, oils etc.
- Topic: Maxxis Tyres
- Replies: 31
- Views: 8796
Re: Maxxis Tyres
Maxxis replaced at 2350 miles. Not at all happy after a couple of wet slides. Replaced with Metzeler Roadtec 01 SE. In all fairness I can say that I never had any complaints with the Maxxis in "dry " weather. They did give a nice ride with plenty of grip. Incidentally, my chosen tyre fitte...
- Thu Mar 07, 2024 12:45 pm
- Forum: Tyres, oils etc.
- Topic: Maxxis Tyres
- Replies: 31
- Views: 8796
Re: Maxxis Tyres
Just back from my second ride out of this year. And guess what, two distinct occasions of "loss of traction". OK, the weather was cold at about 7 degrees and the road was wet with some loose surface degradation, but anyone who knows the B1257 in North Yorkshire will know that this normal. ...
- Tue Feb 27, 2024 5:04 pm
- Forum: General Discussions
- Topic: Free Shaft replacement from BMW
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2468
Re: Free Shaft replacement from BMW
Thanks for that "Wierpig" . Although minor water ingress, (mainly accessing via poorly fitted or un-sealed Rear Boots) has always always been known about, the current Shaft Replacement and Swingarm Drain Hole Mod program, which must be costing BMW a small fortune is quite frankly unbelieva...
- Tue Feb 27, 2024 8:15 am
- Forum: General Discussions
- Topic: Free Shaft replacement from BMW
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2468
Re: Free Shaft replacement from BMW
Please can anyone advise just what is "failing" on the affected Shafts and are the Replacements a re-design ?. Thanks.
- Sat Feb 17, 2024 7:30 am
- Forum: General Discussions
- Topic: R1250RT rear end alignement
- Replies: 11
- Views: 583
Re: R1250RT rear end alignement
Well spotted Sir !
Just had a quick look at my 2011 Twin Cam RT which appears to be the same. Must say I have never noticed this before. Now we need someone to explain the reason for this slightly odd arrangement. Over to you David.
Just had a quick look at my 2011 Twin Cam RT which appears to be the same. Must say I have never noticed this before. Now we need someone to explain the reason for this slightly odd arrangement. Over to you David.
- Wed Jan 31, 2024 7:03 am
- Forum: General Discussions
- Topic: Got me a 2013!
- Replies: 5
- Views: 651
Re: Got me a 2013!
Thanks for that, comes in at about £4175 which is a good buy for a nice looking bike with about 55,000 miles. Well Done.