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by David.
Wed Dec 06, 2023 12:36 pm
Forum: Tyres, oils etc.
Topic: Pilkington Oils - Competition
Replies: 1
Views: 350
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Pilkington Oils - Competition

Pilkington Oils https://pilkington-oils.co.uk/ are a new supplier to me. I've found out about them through the VJMC. If anyone is a VJMC member, they are running a competition if you buy any 4 litre bottle of ENEOS Motorbike Oil. More details can be provided if necessary. Meanwhile, subject to confi...
by David.
Sun Dec 03, 2023 6:28 pm
Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
Topic: Torx Screw Size
Replies: 3
Views: 360
Great Britain

Re: Torx Screw Size

M5 x 20
by David.
Thu Nov 30, 2023 4:46 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: BMW Ext Warranty
Replies: 3
Views: 238
Great Britain

Re: BMW Ext Warranty

I normally go for the 100GBP excess, reducing the premium to 35GBP per month which includes the roadside assistance.
by David.
Thu Nov 30, 2023 7:38 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: BMW Ext Warranty
Replies: 3
Views: 238
Great Britain

Re: BMW Ext Warranty

If you want it to start in say April. You make the first payment the month before in March. Does that mean when you want it to run untill the end of September the last payment will be in August. Yes, that is exactly what I do. Pay on 1st March to start on 1st April. I pay 7 months until September w...
by David.
Mon Nov 06, 2023 7:10 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Forum - Facts & Statistics
Replies: 62
Views: 5840
Great Britain

Re: Forum - Facts & Statistics

Chile, that looks like new one, now 47 flags being waved.
by David.
Thu Oct 12, 2023 4:28 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: MOT time
Replies: 9
Views: 630
Great Britain

Re: MOT time

Between MOT tests, I've ridden 5,186 miles on the Yamaha XJ650 and 4,833 miles on the RT, a total of 10,019 miles. The XJ650 was tested at a local testing station, still using the "old school" Salter type pull along brake tester/meter. Took the RT to a local BMW dealer, decided to give the...
by David.
Sun Oct 08, 2023 10:24 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Exhaust valve seized
Replies: 45
Views: 4156
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Re: Exhaust valve seized

A lengthy video but worth viewing if you've got the time & patience.

by David.
Wed Oct 04, 2023 4:24 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Forum - Facts & Statistics
Replies: 62
Views: 5840
Great Britain

Re: Forum - Facts & Statistics

Malta, that's a new one, now 46 flags.
by David.
Sat Sep 30, 2023 8:02 am
Forum: Tools
Topic: BMW R1200RT Cam alignment tools
Replies: 79
Views: 16579
Great Britain

Re: BMW R1200RT Cam alignment tools

Have a look on The BMW Club forum and select the "Sections" tab. There may be one near you with some contact details or they might have a monthly meet to pop along to.
by David.
Fri Sep 29, 2023 2:37 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Forum - Facts & Statistics
Replies: 62
Views: 5840
Great Britain

Re: Forum - Facts & Statistics

Thailand, that's a new one, now 45 flags.
by David.
Thu Sep 28, 2023 5:52 pm
Forum: Tools
Topic: BMW R1200RT Cam alignment tools
Replies: 79
Views: 16579
Great Britain

Re: BMW R1200RT Cam alignment tools

The BMW Club, http://www.thebmwclub.org.uk/membership.asp

"Hire the official BMW Tools from our Tool Hire secretary"
by David.
Wed Sep 27, 2023 5:25 pm
Forum: GPS and TFT
Topic: Navigator III Power cable
Replies: 3
Views: 972
Great Britain

Re: Navigator III Power cable

Found this article, "How to wire a BMW Navigator II straight to your battery", https://justbikethings.blogspot.com/201 ... aight.html is it any help for a Navigator III.
by David.
Sun Sep 24, 2023 8:58 am
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Forum - Facts & Statistics
Replies: 62
Views: 5840
Great Britain

Re: Forum - Facts & Statistics

Marshall Islands, that's a new one, now 44 flags.
by David.
Thu Sep 21, 2023 7:48 am
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Opie Oils - Discount Codes
Replies: 1
Views: 1061
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Opie Oils - Discount Codes

Recently bought some fuel system treatment from Opie Oils. It was discounted by £3.37 then a further 15%. Here is a link to their offers page, https://www.opieoils.co.uk/?msclkid=7c4bf974947a1675dbd59c7f72130797&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SEARCH%7C%7CB%7C%7CE&utm_ter...
by David.
Thu Sep 21, 2023 7:43 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: If you have a "blow dryer" which do you have would you recommend it?
Replies: 63
Views: 8742
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Re: If you have a "blow dryer" which do you have would you recommend it?

If anyone is looking to treat themselves to a blow dryer, OnBuy.com have this one https://www.onbuy.com/gb/p/motorcycle-a ... p37935663/ at what IMO is a good price.

It looks the same as mine and I'd recommend it.