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Forum: Equipment 05-09-2013, 02:08 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 16,829
Posted By FlyingFinn
Awesome! That is a great product you've developed...

Awesome! That is a great product you've developed there, no question about it. There will be MANY more applications for it outside the motorcycles.
If you guys get the other components (production,...
Forum: Equipment 04-28-2013, 09:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 226
Posted By FlyingFinn
BMW AirFlow jackets, I think the current version...

BMW AirFlow jackets, I think the current version is AirFlow 4.
It comes in normal and Tall sizes, the Tall has long sleeves and torso.

I have very long torso and arms, the Tall sized BMW gear...
Forum: Road warriors 04-16-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 1,199
Views: 182,758
Posted By FlyingFinn
I've always liked how the 1150RT looked like,...

I've always liked how the 1150RT looked like, very pretty motorcycle.
Always hated and still do the current 1200RT.
This new RT looks great! So happy to see "monster face" finally being gone.
...
Forum: Road warriors 04-16-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,121
Posted By FlyingFinn
Looks VERY finnished and ready for production....

Looks VERY finnished and ready for production. I'm guessing we'll see an official release rather soon.
Recently I've been eyeing the 1300GT, FJR, even current RT and the 1600GT.
This new RT starts...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-11-2013, 10:34 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,202
Posted By FlyingFinn
Yes, that's bad. You didn't take a good look of...

Yes, that's bad. You didn't take a good look of the wheel flange until now?
Those aluminum wheel flanges are known to crack just like that.
Time to get a new replacement part, they are now made of...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-09-2013, 11:55 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,824
Posted By FlyingFinn
I had amazing time last year riding the event...

I had amazing time last year riding the event together with "Topper" and his crew from Hollister. But this year I'm definitely out with a broken leg :cry
No dirt riding for me in many more months......
Forum: GS Boxers 04-03-2013, 10:18 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 18,695
Posted By FlyingFinn
:bow :devildog

:bow :devildog
Forum: Face plant 04-02-2013, 12:58 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 17,957
Posted By FlyingFinn
New member to the metal club here. Ti rod in...

New member to the metal club here. Ti rod in right femur after a what should have been a total non-event dirt nap with 1200GS.
Except that this time bike happened to land on me making the the femur...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-01-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 18,695
Posted By FlyingFinn
Absolutely awesome! :clap If I didn't have a...

Absolutely awesome! :clap
If I didn't have a broken leg I'd be dancing from joy.

That really is great work, thanks Roger and Terry. I'm excited to see where this project goes, and standing by...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-31-2013, 07:19 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,202
Posted By FlyingFinn
No.

No.
Forum: Thumpers 03-30-2013, 10:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 365
Posted By FlyingFinn
The DPR8EA-9 will work but you should set the...

The DPR8EA-9 will work but you should set the gap.

The -9 means that from the factory the plug gap is set to 0.9mm, DR200 spark plug gap spec is 0.6mm - 0.7mm. You should bend the tab slightly...
Forum: Thumpers 03-28-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 365
Posted By FlyingFinn
If the air filter is already sticky with oil or...

If the air filter is already sticky with oil or other "sticky stuff" use it as is.
Cleaning and re-oiling a clean filter makes no sense.

I would definitely replace that whole needle valve...
Forum: Equipment 03-28-2013, 10:45 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 16,829
Posted By FlyingFinn
I'd definitely like to be in the first 200. If...

I'd definitely like to be in the first 200.
If we need to do own assembly, I can do surface mount down to 0402 and anything from there up.
I also have debugging and testing capabilities with...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-25-2013, 11:23 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 18,695
Posted By FlyingFinn
My personal preference would be system based on a...

My personal preference would be system based on a WB sensor.
Fixed shift of +5% to +6% with a "bypass switch" to go back to 14.7 for times when it's necessary to stretch the fuel range to nurse the...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-25-2013, 12:13 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 18,695
Posted By FlyingFinn
Roger, I've been following your work from the...

Roger, I've been following your work from the start and have to give you a huge attaboy and THANK YOU for making all this information available to us!

I have the Innovate LM-2 and I've used that...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-24-2013, 11:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 359
Posted By FlyingFinn
I'm pretty sure the US and Euro models are not...

I'm pretty sure the US and Euro models are not identical. But that might not be a problem for you.
While motor vehicle import rules are generally very tight regarding regulations and standards...
Forum: Thumpers 03-24-2013, 06:44 AM
Replies: 330
Views: 15,225
Posted By FlyingFinn
BMW thumpers go under GS / singles KTM thumpers...

BMW thumpers go under GS / singles
KTM thumpers go under KTM / singles
EVERYTHING ELSE stays in Thumpers

Clear enough?
The split would be by BRAND not by the name of holding company that...
Forum: Road warriors 03-23-2013, 05:44 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,843
Posted By FlyingFinn
That. Personally I think the RT benefits more...

That. Personally I think the RT benefits more from the new motor and electronics than the GS does. I still consider the Hexhead GS a true dua-sport with equal weighting on dirt and street...
Forum: Thumpers 03-23-2013, 05:29 AM
Replies: 330
Views: 15,225
Posted By FlyingFinn
The only person who likes change is a baby in a...

The only person who likes change is a baby in a wet diaper.
So I understand the "leave it alone!!" comments.

But it's already done with twin-cylinder bikes and only a random drunk should get...
Forum: Thumpers 03-22-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 330
Views: 15,225
Posted By FlyingFinn
How about create a Single Cylinder sub-forums...

How about create a Single Cylinder sub-forums under the BMW and KTM sections and move those bikes there. All others stay in the old Thumpers.

Example, under the BMW section you'd have the Boxers,...
Forum: Thumpers 03-22-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 856
Posted By FlyingFinn
Sounds not getting enough fuel. To check...

Sounds not getting enough fuel.

To check proper fuel flow from the tank, hook up the tank normally, open petcock and then open the float bowl drain screw.
Do you get good flow for as long as...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-21-2013, 12:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,093
Posted By FlyingFinn
Riiiight. Simple and easy as long as you have...

Riiiight. Simple and easy as long as you have friends around to help and a second bike to use as the bead breaker. Like on that video.

And then there's the re-seating of the tire. Most likely not...
Forum: Equipment 03-10-2013, 10:12 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 16,829
Posted By FlyingFinn
Amazing work! This is one of the most innovative...

Amazing work! This is one of the most innovative Smartphone related products I've seen in a long while. And I work in the industry.
As soon you get this on Kickstarter I'll plunk down my money.
...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-28-2013, 06:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 388
Posted By FlyingFinn
The two different speed sensors are totally...

The two different speed sensors are totally non-croscompatible.
The sensor signal is different and pulses/rev rate is different.
I've grafted a 2011 FD to 2005 but it took lot of work, and I'm a...
Forum: Equipment 02-18-2013, 10:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 412
Posted By FlyingFinn
It's some kind of audio isolator or a combiner. ...

It's some kind of audio isolator or a combiner.
Could be a combiner that allows you to connect two audio sources to one Autocom input.
Or, could be an isolator that gives a two-way connectio to a...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-18-2013, 09:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 954
Posted By FlyingFinn
If you're going to use a more aggressive knobby,...

If you're going to use a more aggressive knobby, I'd seriously recommend a damper.
The more 50/50 tires (like TKC. T63 etc.) are stable at speed on pavement but D908, Scorpion Rally etc. with very...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-16-2013, 11:22 AM
Replies: 381
Views: 72,364
Posted By FlyingFinn
I know. A personalized non-runner HP2 is soooo...

I know. A personalized non-runner HP2 is soooo much cooler than a personalized perfectly running GS :lol3
Forum: GS Boxers 02-16-2013, 12:05 AM
Replies: 381
Views: 72,364
Posted By FlyingFinn
So, it's still not running?

So, it's still not running?
Forum: GS Boxers 02-07-2013, 12:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 298
Posted By FlyingFinn
Not correct. The pre-2008 and post-2008...

Not correct.

The pre-2008 and post-2008 R-bikes use different rear wheel speed sensor. The two sensors are mechanically and electrically incompatible with each other. Also, the connector is...
Forum: Thumpers 02-02-2013, 11:59 AM
Replies: 2,784
Views: 402,391
Posted By FlyingFinn
That. (and one can substitute "KTM" with Bajaj...

That. (and one can substitute "KTM" with Bajaj or "Pierer" what ever you want to call the new owner of Husky)

And at least equally importantly, BMW for sure as heck is not going to be in the...
Forum: Vendors 02-01-2013, 05:36 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 16,133
Posted By FlyingFinn
One more very unhappy SWMOTOTIRES customer. ...

One more very unhappy SWMOTOTIRES customer.

That used to be a good vendor but now under the current management they should be avoided if at all possible!

My latest experience is same other's...
Forum: GS Boxers 01-19-2013, 02:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,817
Posted By FlyingFinn
http://www.maxbmwmotorcycles.com/fiche/DiagramsMid...

http://www.maxbmwmotorcycles.com/fiche/DiagramsMid/B0004653.png?v=08102012

Items 7 and 8, parts fiche for 08-09 R1200GSA.
They call it a "pivot pin" but I'd say it qualifies as pivot bolt.

And...
Forum: Vendors 01-07-2013, 11:36 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 7,400
Posted By FlyingFinn
The original triple clamp is made of cast alloy,...

The original triple clamp is made of cast alloy, this one machined from one solid block is for sure stronger and has way better quality control.

Where's this fucking "safety issue" you're talking...
Forum: Thumpers 01-07-2013, 11:11 PM
Replies: 2,784
Views: 402,391
Posted By FlyingFinn
0 to 60 is pretty useless metric on motorcycles,...

0 to 60 is pretty useless metric on motorcycles, it's largely determined by gearbox ratios and location of COG (how eager the bike is to wheelie over vs. accelerate straight ahead).

But 1/4 mile...
Forum: Beasts 01-02-2013, 08:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 690
Posted By FlyingFinn
I haven't visited many bike salvage yards but I...

I haven't visited many bike salvage yards but I have visited few.
And every one of them sucked.
Piles and piles of old junk, priced at ridiculously high.

Search Ebay (don't forget overseas Ebay...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-29-2012, 11:06 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,156
Posted By FlyingFinn
Pretty sure it's one of two things, a) Like...

Pretty sure it's one of two things,

a) Like already mentioned above, a badly seated throttle cable.
It's possible one of the throttle cables has come partially dislodged and now the two cylinders...
Forum: Thumpers 12-25-2012, 09:27 PM
Replies: 6,715
Views: 808,260
Posted By FlyingFinn
The little DR is a pretty low performance bike so...

The little DR is a pretty low performance bike so not many go through the trouble of sourcing, installing and tuning a direct-lift carburetor for it.

That said, I have a Mikuni TM31 on our DR200....
Forum: Beasts 12-24-2012, 10:05 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,616
Posted By FlyingFinn
Jag, what do you want to know? Shoot me a PM...

Jag, what do you want to know? Shoot me a PM with your email address and I'll send you the little doc I put together about the job.
It's not quite a bolt-on job, so there's more to it than just a...
Forum: Thumpers 12-24-2012, 01:19 PM
Replies: 7,858
Views: 1,782,725
Posted By FlyingFinn
I'd seriously recommend against using a K&N (or...

I'd seriously recommend against using a K&N (or other mesh type) air filter in a dual-sport bike. They don't work all that well and let in fair bit of dust if you ride in such conditions.

Foam...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-23-2012, 10:30 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 18,940
Posted By FlyingFinn
Ed, your bike looks almost identical to mine! A...

Ed, your bike looks almost identical to mine!
A red GS with BMW tubeless 21" wheel....

Curious to see what you end up doing with the fender.
I got a chance to get one of those Wunderlich fork...
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