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Forum: GS Boxers 05-07-2013, 11:03 AM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 427,420
Posted By RAL88
Thanks for that great explanation. So what is...

Thanks for that great explanation. So what is the ECU doing when I completely remove the ccp and this stops the tailpipe popping?

Thanks,
Forum: GS Boxers 04-30-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 427,420
Posted By RAL88
A question for those who know more than I

Ok. So I have fitted a cat eliminating exhaust on my R850r-gs. I have tried all the configurations that I could find of the ccp and in conjuction with the IIce air. All but one results in a lot of...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-14-2013, 02:09 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,118
Posted By RAL88
So I got the HIDs mounted in the lights and...

So I got the HIDs mounted in the lights and tested them. The are really bright. Next is to mount it on the bike.
http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t79/RAL88/DSC_1361_zps69f6d794.jpg...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-10-2013, 05:01 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,781
Posted By RAL88
Frames are the same for the 850r, 1100r and...

Frames are the same for the 850r, 1100r and 1100gs but not the RT.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-09-2013, 05:29 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,118
Posted By RAL88
I am using bi-xenon so I can have low beams and...

I am using bi-xenon so I can have low beams and high beams in both lights.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-08-2013, 08:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By RAL88
I have a question or not so much a question but...

I have a question or not so much a question but an observation and I would like to hear your thoughts.

I have an R850r that I converted into a GS. I have a Ztechnique exhaust with O2 sensor no...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-08-2013, 07:36 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,118
Posted By RAL88
Ok, here I am with mine. Cut off the tabs on...

Ok, here I am with mine.

Cut off the tabs on the back of the light with my dremel. I ground down the back silver plate so the back of the lights would fit in. I then ground down the front black...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-08-2013, 11:18 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,118
Posted By RAL88
I am in the process modifying an old tt dual...

I am in the process modifying an old tt dual headlight systm with cbr 400 lights and HIDs. I will post pics as the project moves along.
Forum: Road warriors 04-05-2013, 11:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 338
Posted By RAL88
I had a 96 R1100RT that had a cracked...

I had a 96 R1100RT that had a cracked intermediate shaft that I had to replace. You can do it one person it just takes a little longer but nothing is really heavy. Your right about looking at...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-28-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 377
Posted By RAL88
Thanks, After changing the fuel filter and...

Thanks,

After changing the fuel filter and then going 500 miles and getting a bad tank of gas I swore I would never have an R bike again without the filter mounted outside the tank.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-28-2013, 12:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 377
Posted By RAL88
R850R- R850GS project update

So here is my R850R-GS project.

The only original R parts left are the frame, forks, tank, seats, front fender, wheels and side fairing pieces.
I might change wheels out if I find them at a...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-19-2013, 02:20 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,781
Posted By RAL88
The frames and transmissions are the same between...

The frames and transmissions are the same between the 850r and 1100gs and so are the weaknesses. I would put some on if you are going to do some serious offroad riding.
Forum: GS Boxers 02-22-2013, 11:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 227
Posted By RAL88
Thanks,

Thanks,
Forum: GS Boxers 02-22-2013, 05:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 227
Posted By RAL88
R1100RT exhaust on an R1100GS

Does anyone know if an exhaust from an R1100RT will fit on a GS. I know I will probably need to make a bracket for it but will everything else fit fine? I want to put a lower exhaust on it but...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-11-2013, 07:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 351
Posted By RAL88
What is the difference between the rear shocks...

What is the difference between the rear shocks that make them incompatible? Length? width of the mounting eyes ????
Forum: GS Boxers 02-11-2013, 11:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 351
Posted By RAL88
Darn, I need the rear shock more than the front....

Darn, I need the rear shock more than the front.

Thanks,
Forum: GS Boxers 02-11-2013, 05:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 351
Posted By RAL88
1150GS shocks on an 1100GS

Can anyone tell me if the shocks off of an 1150GS will fit onto an 1100GS?

Thanks,
Forum: Vendors 01-26-2013, 11:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By RAL88
I called a bunch of dealers in the US and all...

I called a bunch of dealers in the US and all said they were not able to get them for me in the US. To order them from the UK it is $131 for two stickers
Forum: Vendors 01-25-2013, 08:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By RAL88
R850GS Tank Decals

I am converting my R850R to a GS and since there were no 850GS's imported into the US it is impossible to get the tank decals here. I am having some made and thought that others who are doing the...
Forum: The Garage 01-18-2013, 11:55 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,086
Posted By RAL88
I use a coolant recovery tank form Pep Boys. ...

I use a coolant recovery tank form Pep Boys. Already has the nipple on the bottom, is made of fuel proof material and all I do is change the vinyl hose to fuel hose. Cheap and easy.
Forum: The Garage 01-11-2013, 05:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,534
Posted By RAL88
I've been using Startron for about 8 years now. ...

I've been using Startron for about 8 years now. 6 of those years was in an unheated garage and it would regularly get down into the twenties in the winter. Before that I used Marine Stabil.

I...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-12-2012, 04:12 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,781
Posted By RAL88
Here is where I am with my R850r to GS project. ...

Here is where I am with my R850r to GS project.

1. Replaced the R wiring harness with a GS harness.
2. Replaced the R instrurment panel with a GS Panel.
I hate dummy lights and like to have...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-07-2012, 11:30 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,836
Posted By RAL88
As was mentioned earlier just mount the fuel...

As was mentioned earlier just mount the fuel filter externally. I replaced my fuel filter in the tank and then 500 miles later got a bad tank of gas and had to replace it again. That's when I moved...
Forum: GS Boxers 11-18-2012, 10:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,523
Posted By RAL88
In the research I have done on moly and WS2 I...

In the research I have done on moly and WS2 I found that one of the biggest concerns was the lack of compatibility between the carrier component of different lubricants. An example of this is the...
Forum: GS Boxers 11-15-2012, 08:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,523
Posted By RAL88
I mix Tungsten disulfide with Wurth Sig 3000.

I mix Tungsten disulfide with Wurth Sig 3000.
Forum: GS Boxers 09-22-2012, 03:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,716
Posted By RAL88
screw in the oil filter until it lightly bottoms...

screw in the oil filter until it lightly bottoms out then turn it 3/4 of a turn. I have been using this method on cars and motorcycles for thirty years with no problems. You can turn it the 3/4s by...
Forum: GS Boxers 09-17-2012, 04:45 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,781
Posted By RAL88
I just picked up a 97 R850R with 17,000 miles on...

I just picked up a 97 R850R with 17,000 miles on it that I am doing the same thing with. I am looking at changing out the wiring harness so I can put on a GS instrument panel (I hate not knowing...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-31-2012, 05:06 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,981
Posted By RAL88
For the final drive you want a 5% mix. This...

For the final drive you want a 5% mix. This comes out to approximately 2.8 teaspoons per the 0.27 liters of oil.

For the trans you want a 3% mix and this comes out to about 5.5 teaspoons per the...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-28-2012, 04:46 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,981
Posted By RAL88
I agree with beemerphile. I have been using moly...

I agree with beemerphile. I have been using moly powder in my trans and final drive in my K1100 for the last 8 years no problem. When I first put it in my FD I took it for a 2 hour ride then...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-26-2012, 09:30 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,981
Posted By RAL88
I got my moly from here but I have recently...

I got my moly from here but I have recently changed over to tungsten disulfide. I use it in the tranny, final drive and engine oil.

http://www.lowerfriction.com/product-page.php?categoryID=1
Forum: GS Boxers 12-14-2011, 05:12 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 11,477
Posted By RAL88
I bought a 96 r1100RT that would shift fine but...

I bought a 96 r1100RT that would shift fine but no power to rear wheel. I broke down the transmission and found a sheered intermediate shaft. I replaced it and the bike ran fine. If you replace...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-11-2011, 03:28 PM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 427,420
Posted By RAL88
Definetly works better at -10º. Easily makes it...

Definetly works better at -10º. Easily makes it to 100 mph and has more power and doesn't stall when I mistakenly pull away in 2nd gear. Can't wait for the Cool.

Thanks,
Forum: GS Boxers 12-10-2011, 08:53 PM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 427,420
Posted By RAL88
I will give the -10 a try tomorrow.

I will give the -10 a try tomorrow.
Forum: GS Boxers 12-10-2011, 03:27 PM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 427,420
Posted By RAL88
Ok, so I finally had a chance to take both the...

Ok, so I finally had a chance to take both the R1100GS and the K1100LT out to check the IICE Air which I have on both bikes. It was about 45 degrees out. I started both bikes out on the -20...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-03-2011, 07:25 PM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 427,420
Posted By RAL88
So here are some pics of my install on the...

So here are some pics of my install on the R1100GS and the K1100LT.
The GS was a breeze. For the K I wish the wires were a little longer so I could get it facing more down than up and mounted out...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-02-2011, 08:47 PM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 427,420
Posted By RAL88
I just got mine in and I will put up some...

I just got mine in and I will put up some pictures of my mounting on the R1100GS and my K1100LT.
Forum: GS Boxers 11-21-2011, 05:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 441
Posted By RAL88
I was going to use the OEM switch to keep the...

I was going to use the OEM switch to keep the dash neat. On my Kbike the grips on high get quite warm with the OEM setup. I never use the low setting because the resistance wire has a habit of...
Forum: GS Boxers 11-20-2011, 07:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 441
Posted By RAL88
Finding Heated Handgrip plug on R1100gs

Hi All,

I have an R1100gs that did not come with heated hand grips so I am installing a set of symtecs. I have power to #7 fuse for the hand grips but I can't find the connector anywhere. The...
Forum: GS Boxers 11-18-2011, 09:29 PM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 427,420
Posted By RAL88
Hey I'm RL in NM who is JD in NM

Hey I'm RL in NM who is JD in NM
Forum: GS Boxers 10-24-2011, 05:44 PM
Replies: 3,351
Views: 427,420
Posted By RAL88
So Poolside, without even getting my IICE AIR yet...

So Poolside, without even getting my IICE AIR yet I want to be on the top of the list for the IICE COOL.

How much and where do I send the money to?
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