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user's latest post:
Original R75/5 tool kit...
Published (2009-11-13 23:09:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by AnnapolisAirhead Yeah, not unobtainium, but harder to find. Tony - I checked another place...Hucky's has them too...at least on the website... http://www.bmwhucky.com/007571.html About half way down the page.
user's latest post:
post a pic of your airhead -...
Published (2009-11-11 18:24:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by 123356 Leaving home on my way to hang out at a rally in Pa. Wow, seems like you need more bike!
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installed clutch...how hard to...
Published (2009-11-14 10:00:00)
I've used these instructions from Tom Cutter with predictable success: http://tinyurl.com/CutterClutchCableAdjustment
user's latest post:
anyone using a harley coil on...
Published (2009-11-12 17:17:00)
An '81 would have the ICM ignition, which uses the 1.5 ohms coil(s). You can use Dyna coils, BMW coils, Harley coils, etc.
user's latest post:
Crusty's New Home - Page 2...
Published (2009-11-13 23:07:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by Pickle While I'm waiting on my exhaust wrench to show up I've been trying to hunt down a new/used center stand for my bike. Could I use a K Series or Oilhead center stand on my 74 Airhead? I seem to be having a hard time locating a stand that is bolt in ready for sub $100. Any advice? My current stand has major issues due to rust and it would take some heavy welding and metal replacement to fix which are...
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Crusty's New Home - Page 2...
Published (2009-11-12 05:50:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by Pickle While I'm waiting on my exhaust wrench to show up I've been trying to hunt down a new/used center stand for my bike. Could I use a K Series or Oilhead center stand on my 74 Airhead? I seem to be having a hard time locating a stand that is bolt in ready for sub $100. Any advice? My current stand has major issues due to rust and it would take some heavy welding and metal replacement to fix which are...
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Airhead DIY/Tech Library?
Published (2009-11-14 10:16:00)
Again, "where to start" is your local BMW club. Alternately, if you know any engineers ... .
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Another RS Project - Page 7 -...
Published (2009-11-09 09:54:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by Yarddog Well, I got mine down to the frame yesterday, but I'm not gonna open Pandora's box and remove the swing arm and rear drive...I'll paint the frame as it, since I'm not building a show piece, only a nice lookin' road bike!!! Check the shaft for notching. Mine was notched pretty badly and it took me a while to source a shaft.
user's latest post:
installed clutch...how hard to...
Published (2009-11-13 11:42:00)
thanks for the comments. sometimes working alone you get to asking yourself too many questions! I'll hook up the clutch cable and see how it feels. Then on to the swing arm and .... excited to get it together! thanks again! kurt
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Doofus replaces R100RT...
Published (2009-11-10 11:21:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by mneblett -- I usually place my tank on stacks of lumber so that it is supported on the metal edges in front of and behind the petcocks to keep the weight of the tank off the petcock hose nipples. Hey, you know those folding canvas chairs? If you have a good sturdy one with arms, those make the most perfect tank holder. Soft fabric that won't scratch paint and really sturdy. Works good for holding fairings or...
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Latest active threads on Airheads::
Started 1 day, 12 hours ago (2009-11-14 15:26:00)
by Manfred
Spend some time here: http://bmwmotorcycletech.info/index.html and here: https://www.airheads.org/content/view/193/98/index .php
Progressive Suspension - http://www.progressivesuspension.com/ has front springs for most of them. Mine came from the PO with a Fox Twin Clicker on the rear - other solutions are out there as well.
My '87 is my first BMW - been on Japanese bikes all my ...
Started 5 days, 5 hours ago (2009-11-10 22:18:00)
by Yarddog
I believe the Haynes manual shows the European wiring in addition to the American wiring...I'll check...
Started 3 weeks ago (2009-10-25 20:54:00)
by robertklee
I'm pretty sure this is it.
Started 3 days, 11 hours ago (2009-11-12 17:02:00)
by 20774
Been waitin' a long time for this show to start!!
Started 3 days, 6 hours ago (2009-11-12 21:28:00)
by lostboy
Are you referring to the lever at the gearbox? If so, no, you won't be able to move it with your hands.
Started 4 days, 10 hours ago (2009-11-11 17:30:00)
by barryg
Secdem sells 3 handle bar mounted windshields for /5's. French made. Looks like small, medium and large. I think they went under the names of
Pullman, Ranger, forgot the other one. Moto-Bins sells them. Other dealers may handle them.
Started 1 week, 4 days ago (2009-11-04 05:37:00)
by mikeb921
Welcome Pickle,
You've got the makings for a fine machine there. Find yourself some good reference material ( BMW, Haynes or Clymer shop manuals). Airheads are relatively easy to wrench on compaired to other vehicles. Those bags, trunk, and fairing are period correct and have some value if they're in decent condition. You're about to embark on an adventure that will last you a lifetime and ...
Started 4 days, 9 hours ago (2009-11-11 18:55:00)
by 20774
You pays your money, you takes your chances. I will only use BMW filters for my bike. Snowbum has a write up on various filters but not the Wix.
My 0.02...
Started 3 days, 21 hours ago (2009-11-12 07:02:00)
by 20774
I searched through the past posts and it seems that the 38mm is the most common diameter. If you have dual crossovers, then it's likely 38mm. I think the thing was 40mm breathed better for a single crossover but the diameter could be reduced with the dual crossovers for essentially the same breatheability.
Started 5 days, 7 hours ago (2009-11-10 20:58:00)
by boxermaf
Call Rick @ Motorrad Elektrik and order the Dyna Brown coil (it is actually orange in color, but the "Brown" coil is for the solid state ignition system, the Dyna Green coil is for use with points ignition). Cost is approximately 90$, and will include instructions and mounting bracket. Very easy to install. Your crack-o-matic coil problems will be over.
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Hot threads for last week on Airheads::
Started 4 days, 9 hours ago (2009-11-11 18:55:00)
by 20774
You pays your money, you takes your chances. I will only use BMW filters for my bike. Snowbum has a write up on various filters but not the Wix.
My 0.02...
Started 1 week ago (2009-11-08 09:32:00)
by lkchris
If you want the best BMW paint job, see Holt BMW, Athens, OH.
Started 5 days, 5 hours ago (2009-11-10 22:18:00)
by Yarddog
I believe the Haynes manual shows the European wiring in addition to the American wiring...I'll check...
Started 6 days, 6 hours ago (2009-11-09 21:32:00)
by PGlaves
Except for a /5 horn, the control switches don't ground at the bars - they pass current from one wire over to another wire, which takes it where it needs to go - usually.
Started 1 week, 2 days ago (2009-11-06 19:45:00)
by kgadley01
Sounds a little high to me. but it also depends where you live. if you really want that bike, then by all means buy it. you are the only one that matters. I would offer less to start with. good luck...
Started 3 weeks ago (2009-10-25 20:54:00)
by robertklee
I'm pretty sure this is it.
Started 1 week, 4 days ago (2009-11-04 05:37:00)
by mikeb921
Welcome Pickle,
You've got the makings for a fine machine there. Find yourself some good reference material ( BMW, Haynes or Clymer shop manuals). Airheads are relatively easy to wrench on compaired to other vehicles. Those bags, trunk, and fairing are period correct and have some value if they're in decent condition. You're about to embark on an adventure that will last you a lifetime and ...
Started 3 weeks, 1 day ago (2009-10-24 19:48:00)
by 20774
Ahh, getting to now the bike...isn't this fun!!
1. There was a recent thread on this very subject. Be sure it isn't locked. The key slot on my /7 is horizontal when locked; vertical when unlocked.
2. The left cover is captive due to the lifting handle. The right cover should be held with a small rubber band, bungie, rope, etc., unless the PO modified it to hold it on more securely....
Started 3 years, 8 months ago (2006-03-02 20:43:00)
by beemerPhil
I picked this up in Seattle as a parts bike a few years back- as I began to strip it out, it looked better the further I went. Turned out to be a lot less wrong with it than I thought, so I started putting it back together, tweaking as I went- traded some work for the S fairing, complete with instruments n harness, and- can you believe- already color matched to the bike!
Has about 90k on it...
Started 1 month, 2 weeks ago (2009-09-28 22:08:00)
by cjack
Quote:
Originally Posted by BubbaZanetti
not an oil thread
let's call this a " state of matter" thread
what is the coldest average temp you'd run dino 20w50 in an airhead?
i'm gonna do an oil change tomorrow, this is my winter oil, i guess, i'm probably just gonna stick with 20w50 as it doesn't really get super cold here ...
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