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by CliveJ
Mon Nov 25, 2019 10:27 pm
Forum: Audio, Bluetooth & Electrical System
Topic: Replace low beam head light with LED on 2017 RT
Replies: 4
Views: 1469
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Re: Replace low beam head light with LED on 2017 RT

Just be aware that the headlight reflector is designed for halogen bulbs, led bulbs do not emit the light in the same way & you may well end up with an incorrect pattern thus failing the mot test not to mention upsetting oncoming motorists.  You would be better off fitting led driving l...
by CliveJ
Wed Sep 04, 2019 8:47 pm
Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
Topic: Torin 1500 lb jack. Ok for 1200 RT?
Replies: 4
Views: 1380
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Re: Torin 1500 lb jack. Ok for 1200 RT?

Weight of your bike with fluids comes out at just over 604lbs so regarding weight the bike is well within the jacks lifting capacity.
by CliveJ
Fri Jun 28, 2019 10:47 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: BMW Motorrad 6 sat nav / flat battery
Replies: 14
Views: 2076
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Re: BMW Motorrad 6 sat nav / flat battery

Have you any idea how old the battery is?  Could well be the battery, modern batteries unlike those from years ago give no warning of failure.  The only real way to check a batteries state is with an electronic battery tester, my bike is fitted with a tracker which I have programme...
by CliveJ
Wed Apr 10, 2019 3:45 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Nautilus Stebel install. YouTube or similar
Replies: 18
Views: 1684
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Re: Nautilus Stebel install. YouTube or similar

[size=78%]  [/size] [size=14px]The regs say a horn must be " continuous, uniform and not strident " on a vehicle "first used on or after 1.8.1973" [/size] [size=14px] [/size] [size=14px] [/size] [size=14px]    No mention on What source the horn must us...
by CliveJ
Thu Apr 04, 2019 11:55 am
Forum: Audio, Bluetooth & Electrical System
Topic: Power to a st605 GIVI tank bad.
Replies: 4
Views: 891
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Re: Power to a st605 GIVI tank bad.

Why not fit the dual usb socket from Nippy Norman’s GZM-UBPS01 to replace the din socket, takes minutes to do as it is a straight swap.
by CliveJ
Mon Apr 01, 2019 2:03 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Gap insurance
Replies: 24
Views: 2037
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Re: Gap insurance

I feel it is worth using gap insurance but as said shop around as I managed cover for 3 years at a cost of £112.00. But still be aware as there are various levels of gap insurance which was made clear on the site I used.
by CliveJ
Wed Jan 09, 2019 2:07 pm
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Passenger footpegs
Replies: 8
Views: 1108
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Re: Passenger footpegs

by CliveJ
Wed Dec 05, 2018 12:23 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Tire valve nipple too short?
Replies: 7
Views: 1084
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Re: Tire valve nipple too short?

Pop down to your local tyre fitting station & see what they have in valve extensions that will fit & use when needed.        you can then fit it when needed to inflate the tyre’s then remove it to store on the bike.
by CliveJ
Sat Oct 27, 2018 12:26 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: An unusual request
Replies: 6
Views: 1180
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Re: An unusual request

Sorry to read about your medical condition but glad you are on the mend & preparing yourself to get back to your bike.  Regarding bike wear I would assume you mean trousers if so how about “bib & braces” type trousers which would remove the need for a belt.
by CliveJ
Sat Oct 13, 2018 10:09 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Duonix Bike-Scan
Replies: 2
Views: 685
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Re: Duonix Bike-Scan

Neither all diagnostic programme is on the hand unit you see using touch screen, this can be updated via your computer very similar to the pads you see in vehicle workshops. 
by CliveJ
Sat Oct 13, 2018 8:38 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Duonix Bike-Scan
Replies: 2
Views: 685
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Duonix Bike-Scan

  Not sure if anyone has seen the diagnostic scan tool from Germany but thought it worth a look as it is somewhat cheaper than the competition from the states.


    [size=78%]https://m.gendan.co.uk/product_DXBS100.html[/size]
by CliveJ
Sat Oct 13, 2018 8:30 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: New 1250 purchased
Replies: 8
Views: 1765
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Re: New 1250 purchased




    Hope you enjoy your new steed & keep us informed of how the new engine goes as it beds in.

by CliveJ
Fri Sep 28, 2018 2:56 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Carole Nash 6 wheel policy
Replies: 14
Views: 1487
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Re: Carole Nash 6 wheel policy

That is the problem as I am not far north of London just by J11 on the M1 but that was the cheapest quote with several security devices fitted one being a tracker.  Just have to grin & bear it could be worse, goodness knows how youngsters or those newish to motorcles can afford to insur...
by CliveJ
Thu Sep 27, 2018 1:20 am
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: What am I doing wrong, Nav 5
Replies: 15
Views: 1934
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Re: What am I doing wrong, Nav 5

I may be barking up the wrong tree as I own the 6 but have you got the sat nav "Safe Mode" turned off because if it is on it will not allow you to undertake some tasks whilst moving & this includes the use of the scroll wheel. 
by CliveJ
Thu Sep 27, 2018 1:11 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Carole Nash 6 wheel policy
Replies: 14
Views: 1487
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Re: Carole Nash 6 wheel policy

Like others after many years I have also dumped CN as they have put my premiums up, fair enough I went from a ST1300 on an 05 plate to a 2015 R1200RT so expected an increase but not by £385.  They also tried auto renewal despite me stating every year I do not request that on any insurance p...