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Forum: Airheads 05-13-2013, 09:13 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,861
Posted By Max Headroom
According to your measurements, you have 2 thou...

According to your measurements, you have 2 thou (imperial) of bore wear. With new rings, cylinder deglaze, dry reassembly if the pistons and rings followed by brisk running in, your engine will run...
Forum: Airheads 03-04-2013, 07:40 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,370
Posted By Max Headroom
I have bought two sets of Keihan silencers to...

I have bought two sets of Keihan silencers to date. The first set was their standard issue, intended as a direct replacement for /6 models and later. They are well made, nicely finished and are as...
Forum: Airheads 02-24-2013, 07:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 662
Posted By Max Headroom
Hey Jeff, you realise that the crank is now out...

Hey Jeff, you realise that the crank is now out of warranty?

Ninety feet or ninety seconds, whichever comes first. It's my special "Golden" warranty for aussies . . . . :lol3
Forum: Airheads 02-24-2013, 07:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 662
Posted By Max Headroom
Jeff, the above photos are of the earlier shift...

Jeff, the above photos are of the earlier shift mechanism.
Forum: Airheads 01-14-2013, 07:59 AM
Replies: 472
Views: 50,945
Posted By Max Headroom
I've been riding airheads for only 28 years, so...

I've been riding airheads for only 28 years, so I'm still learning stuff. This "coil facing the rear" thing is a new one on me though.

Personally, I can only think of two scenarios where the...
Forum: Airheads 01-12-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,801
Posted By Max Headroom
One of BMW's many peaks to be sure, and a car of...

One of BMW's many peaks to be sure, and a car of enormous capability by any measure, but not the pinnacle . .. . .

Incidently, and in deference to the OP, I owned an E32 735i several years ago. At...
Forum: Airheads 01-10-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,899
Posted By Max Headroom
Billy, you've missed the clues given by every...

Billy, you've missed the clues given by every engine manufacturer for generations including BMW, when they give cam specs. The usual information given is valve timing specs, along with total valve...
Forum: Old's Cool 01-03-2013, 08:16 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,731
Posted By Max Headroom
I hear you too. It would be much more convenient...

I hear you too. It would be much more convenient if there were some sure-fire method of determining quality levels before laying down our hard-earned cash. As things stand, I haven't found it yet...
Forum: Old's Cool 01-03-2013, 02:54 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,731
Posted By Max Headroom
Over the years I've seen crap components...

Over the years I've seen crap components manufactured in every part of the world, and likewise I've seen high quality components also come from every part of the world.

Personally, I'm less...
Forum: Airheads 01-03-2013, 01:52 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,274
Posted By Max Headroom
I bought one a few years ago, and sadly it's junk...

I bought one a few years ago, and sadly it's junk IMHO.

I continue to rely on two lengths of precision ground 3/4" keysteel.
Forum: Airheads 12-21-2012, 01:49 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,713
Posted By Max Headroom
Cams like nothing better than a running-in...

Cams like nothing better than a running-in procedure which provides for constant revs with plenty of lubrication being thrown around.

Piston rings however hate such a procedure.
Forum: Airheads 12-20-2012, 09:43 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,713
Posted By Max Headroom
True. OTOH, the cam would probably last...

True.

OTOH, the cam would probably last forever . . . .
Forum: Airheads 12-19-2012, 06:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,528
Posted By Max Headroom
Charlie, I've had a set of those KD ring...

Charlie, I've had a set of those KD ring compressors for over 25 years. I love them.
Forum: Old's Cool 12-17-2012, 07:41 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,731
Posted By Max Headroom
I can happily admire both ends of the classic...

I can happily admire both ends of the classic motorcycle spectrum.

The definition of the term "restoration" seems to be quite subjective these days though. I've seen some classic bikes (and cars)...
Forum: Airheads 12-09-2012, 09:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 444
Posted By Max Headroom
I'd debate the wisdom of re-using 10mm flywheel...

I'd debate the wisdom of re-using 10mm flywheel bolts.

Unlike the later 11mm flywheel bolts, the 10mm bolts as fitted to the /5 and the first two years of the /6 are designed to stretch.

YMMV...
Forum: Airheads 12-04-2012, 02:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 866
Posted By Max Headroom
I've been involved with airheads for over 25...

I've been involved with airheads for over 25 years, and have acquired a reasonable stash of spares (which family and a few friends unkindly refer to occasionally as junk) including several spare...
Forum: Airheads 11-30-2012, 05:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 796
Posted By Max Headroom
This is another topic which seems to generate...

This is another topic which seems to generate endless debate.

I expect that you will get some folk recommending electronic ignition, while others will suggest sticking with points. Both arguments...
Forum: Airheads 11-15-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,661
Posted By Max Headroom
Yeah, I've seen that quote too, but I've also...

Yeah, I've seen that quote too, but I've also seen the RS referred to as the first production bike with a full factory fairing, which is probably closer to the truth.

I understand that there were...
Forum: Airheads 11-01-2012, 07:42 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 28,793
Posted By Max Headroom
I agree that it hurts to read. Cancer is an...

I agree that it hurts to read. Cancer is an insidious disease.

On a personal level, it still hurts me to remember that liver cancer claimed my dad 21 years ago, so I can appreciate what may lie...
Forum: Airheads 10-29-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,156
Posted By Max Headroom
*Psst*. Don't tell Voltaire that the post '81...

*Psst*. Don't tell Voltaire that the post '81 flywheel won't work with 10mm bolts, 'cos that's what he's running in his racebike . . . :rofl
Forum: Airheads 10-28-2012, 10:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,156
Posted By Max Headroom
I haven't tried this with an R60/5, but I like...

I haven't tried this with an R60/5, but I like what the post '81 flywheel and clutch has done for my R90S. It loves to rev now, and the later clutch is much lighter to use.

I also like the light...
Forum: Airheads 09-01-2012, 01:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,047
Posted By Max Headroom
Hi Jeff! :wave

Hi Jeff! :wave
Forum: Airheads 08-31-2012, 11:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,047
Posted By Max Headroom
Hammer & chisel. Use a big hammer,...

Hammer & chisel.




Use a big hammer, but be careful.
Forum: Airheads 08-28-2012, 08:54 PM
Replies: 249
Views: 13,399
Posted By Max Headroom
Ontic, I think you are on the right track....

Ontic,

I think you are on the right track. The only point I'd make is that the best running-in procedure for the cam (as you've already discovered) is about the worst for new rings. Cams prefer a...
Forum: Airheads 08-28-2012, 07:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,233
Posted By Max Headroom
I haven't personally noticed much difference in...

I haven't personally noticed much difference in prices based on the year of manufacture - seems to me that condition, history and originality determine the value for these bikes long before the model...
Forum: Airheads 08-25-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,277
Posted By Max Headroom
I'm curious. Why do you think they should they be...

I'm curious. Why do you think they should they be here?

As near as I can tell, the OP wasn't asking whether he should fit an oil temp gauge; he was asking others with oil temp gauges in fairly...
Forum: Airheads 08-18-2012, 03:04 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,277
Posted By Max Headroom
FWIW, I've had a oil temp dipstick on my R90S for...

FWIW, I've had a oil temp dipstick on my R90S for six years, and have taken an interest in the readings under differing riding/weather conditions. One observation is that the weather has a minimal...
Forum: Airheads 08-04-2012, 03:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 362
Posted By Max Headroom
i have a tail bag made by Ventura in New Zealand...

i have a tail bag made by Ventura in New Zealand which fits the seat rack perfectly. It has velcro straps in the right places to keep it secure,is not too big as to look goofy, and it's reasonably...
Forum: Airheads 07-12-2012, 03:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 433
Posted By Max Headroom
I recently acquired a working microfiche reader...

I recently acquired a working microfiche reader and a bunch of fiche sheets for the '70s and '80s models.

Among the stuff that came with the reader was a parts book for the /2 range, and a whole...
Forum: Airheads 06-23-2012, 01:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,459
Posted By Max Headroom
There is anecdotal evidence that a few R90Ss were...

There is anecdotal evidence that a few R90Ss were ordered from the factory in different colour schemes, but the brochures of the day only list the two options. As already mentioned, the SS bodywork...
Forum: Airheads 06-22-2012, 02:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,459
Posted By Max Headroom
I'd advise purchasing a few books and doing some...

I'd advise purchasing a few books and doing some research. Ian Falloon has written a few books about airheads, with one particular book specific to the R90S. It includes the model's background,...
Forum: Airheads 06-16-2012, 01:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 869
Posted By Max Headroom
I use cable-ties which have been joined together,...

I use cable-ties which have been joined together, as a replacement for the rubber o-ring. Very secure, discreet, and cheap to replace on the rare occasions when a sidecover has required removal.
Forum: Airheads 05-13-2012, 12:24 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,346
Posted By Max Headroom
I got involved with a matching numbers R90S...

I got involved with a matching numbers R90S recently which had a badly scored oil pump housing. I got a local engineering shop to machine the bottom of the housing, sleeve the bore, and then take a...
Forum: Old's Cool 04-30-2012, 06:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 733
Posted By Max Headroom
. . . . and more star washers . . . . :rofl

. . . . and more star washers . . . . :rofl
Forum: Airheads 04-24-2012, 11:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,442
Posted By Max Headroom
I had a similar problem shortly after taking...

I had a similar problem shortly after taking possession of my R90/6 back in early '86. It can often be caused by carelessness when removing/installing the 'box, by allowing the vulnerable casting to...
Forum: Airheads 04-18-2012, 09:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,617
Posted By Max Headroom
If by liquid plumber's tape you mean something...

If by liquid plumber's tape you mean something like Loctite Pipe Sealant, then I'd agree. That's what I use too.
Forum: Airheads 04-13-2012, 03:29 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,123
Posted By Max Headroom
I was just 26 when I bought my first R90/6, and...

I was just 26 when I bought my first R90/6, and it was just 10 years old at the time. I rode it for years, and thoroughly enjoyed every mile. The bike was reliable and seemed capable of everything I...
Forum: Airheads 04-12-2012, 09:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,485
Posted By Max Headroom
Grrl, in answer to whether the calipers are 38mm...

Grrl, in answer to whether the calipers are 38mm or 40mm, usually the 40mm calipers are stamped on the side of the housing which faces out. The "40" is hard to miss, as the numbers are almost 1/2"...
Forum: Airheads 04-06-2012, 01:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,057
Posted By Max Headroom
I've taken a slightly different path, not unlike...

I've taken a slightly different path, not unlike the Wudo kit as it transpires.

I fitted an electric 0-100psi gauge to the dash of the S fairing instead of the clock, and also fitted a matching...
Forum: Airheads 04-04-2012, 12:34 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,149
Posted By Max Headroom
Just to round out the debate, I'd agree with SS...

Just to round out the debate, I'd agree with SS (and i can't believe I just wrote that!) as far as advocating the late (post '81) flywheel & clutch assembly for a lighter pull at the lever.

The...
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