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Forum: Old's Cool 05-06-2013, 06:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,298
Posted By moosehead
I'll do that. We were out last Sept for a...

I'll do that.

We were out last Sept for a visit. Toured on the Big Island out to Tofino....loved the trip. Jim bought my 81 R100...its silver in colour and he rides it everywhere. If you spot him,...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-05-2013, 06:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,298
Posted By moosehead
Penderic...thanks much...you do some nice work...

Penderic...thanks much...you do some nice work indeed!:clap

I've had pretty good success with an Epoxy based rattle can from Home Depot that used for appliance painting...only trouble is only 2...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-04-2013, 06:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,298
Posted By moosehead
I'm thinking of repainting my white Cravens to...

I'm thinking of repainting my white Cravens to black....did you repaint the ones in the photo? Beautiful job....just curious....what kind of paint "rattle can" did you use??
Forum: Old's Cool 05-03-2013, 08:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,298
Posted By moosehead
I loved them on the old R75/6.... ...

I loved them on the old R75/6....

http://moosehead45.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/1974-R756/i-97v4Rgj/0/M/July%2011%2C%202012%20018-M.jpg...
Forum: Airheads 04-04-2013, 07:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 630
Posted By moosehead
Here's wiring diagram + legend for the numbered...

Here's wiring diagram + legend for the numbered items for 1977 R100S . I have one and this I keep handy.

The 12 pin connector that plugs into the tach/speedo etc assembly is indicated on the...
Forum: Airheads 04-03-2013, 11:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 630
Posted By moosehead
What model year is your R100S....as the 12 pin...

What model year is your R100S....as the 12 pin plug lineup varies from year to year.

I might be able to get you a wiring diagram of the 12 pin plug and what pin wire goes where. Let us know model...
Forum: Airheads 03-29-2013, 02:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,355
Posted By moosehead
Ran a set og Bridgestone Trailwings on my beater...

Ran a set og Bridgestone Trailwings on my beater 1981 R100...for the backroads

Worked great on/off asphalt and pretty good in the wet:

Front 110/90-19 - ran at 36psi...
Forum: Airheads 03-20-2013, 05:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 942
Posted By moosehead
Castrol GTX or V Twin 20w50 Amsoil Synthetic...

Castrol GTX or V Twin 20w50
Amsoil Synthetic - if want to pay big bucks

Both available at CTC

I like Motul lube products available at most motorcycle shops...they make dino, semi synthetic...
Forum: Airheads 02-20-2013, 05:18 PM
Replies: 593
Views: 106,126
Posted By moosehead
Will this /7 seat work on the R90/6. :dunno ...

Will this /7 seat work on the R90/6. :dunno
http://lornce.smugmug.com/Other/2013/i-mdTt6Xj/0/L/IMG_0502-L.jpg (http://lornce.smugmug.com/Other/2013/27506056_77Z6MS#!i=2366899800&k=mdTt6Xj&lb=1&s=A)...
Forum: Airheads 02-14-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 464
Posted By moosehead
GPS....very accurate speedo

GPS....very accurate speedo
Forum: Airheads 02-14-2013, 03:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 826
Posted By moosehead
Good. I'll find one maybe tomorrow and PM you for...

Good. I'll find one maybe tomorrow and PM you for your address!

Woodstock eh? I worked up in Edmunston area for the paper company...tree harvesting....great times there and great fishing!
Forum: Airheads 02-13-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 826
Posted By moosehead
There were no "running lights" (using the turn...

There were no "running lights" (using the turn signals both front and/or rear) in the RT or RS or S models. However, a few fellows have "modified" the turn signal lights to function as running lights...
Forum: Airheads 01-04-2013, 12:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 521
Posted By moosehead
Mike, check your PM's....think I straightened out...

Mike, check your PM's....think I straightened out the confusion:D
Forum: Airheads 01-03-2013, 01:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 521
Posted By moosehead
Yea..."airplane" clamps...."hose"...

Yea..."airplane" clamps...."hose" clamps.....etc.:clap

I get the stainless steel ones (no rusting) if you have them but doesn't really matter.
Forum: Airheads 01-03-2013, 12:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 521
Posted By moosehead
Just standard clamps can find at any good...

Just standard clamps can find at any good hardware store...thin k 1 1/4 - 1 1/2" size. Mine made by Trico. you'll find them in variety of sizes in the plumbing section usually. I call them "pipe"...
Forum: Airheads 01-03-2013, 09:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 521
Posted By moosehead
Mike, done this on 3 different airheads...very...

Mike, done this on 3 different airheads...very simple. Just did on my 78 100/7 this past winter. Also did on 82 RS both front and rear crossovers.

Here are dimensions I have off the 78 for a front...
Forum: Airheads 12-10-2012, 05:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 388
Posted By moosehead
Motobins have them... ...

Motobins have them...

http://www.motobins.co.uk/bmw-parts.php?model=R Series 2 valve Twin

at bottom of this page

plus have everything else you need.

I usually allow week for delivery in...
Forum: Airheads 11-14-2012, 03:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,663
Posted By moosehead
I certainly prefer my RS fairing than an RT I...

I certainly prefer my RS fairing than an RT I had. Don't know why but I get better "wet" protection behind the RS than the RT. Maybe cause I go faster with the RS:rofl

As for cold, also prefer...
Forum: Airheads 09-30-2012, 08:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 349
Posted By moosehead
They were swagged originally and can loosen up...

They were swagged originally and can loosen up over time. Snowbum talks about reswagging them but for all the effort...the simple solution is to seal them up with sealant. I put it on top...good blob...
Forum: Airheads 09-30-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 598
Posted By moosehead
PS: There is an Airhead Ontario club. Based in...

PS: There is an Airhead Ontario club. Based in TO. Sure you can track them down using Google.."Airheads Ontario"...for contact info etc. Great help they can be
Forum: Airheads 09-30-2012, 07:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 598
Posted By moosehead
Clymers and Haynes manuals specific to your BMW...

Clymers and Haynes manuals specific to your BMW models/years are 2 to start with.

They both offer "service type" step-by-step instructions with pix etc. You have to use them both as they...
Forum: Airheads 09-19-2012, 07:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 937
Posted By moosehead
Check what RS Paints has for your...

Check what RS Paints has for your model...expensive but dead on match...

http://www.rsbikepaint.com/en-gb/colours.php?setlocale=true

Paint code numbers here:
...
Forum: Airheads 09-05-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 899
Posted By moosehead
Yep, my 77 has the same stripping...

Yep, my 77 has the same stripping combination....guess unique to the S model??
Forum: Airheads 09-05-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 899
Posted By moosehead
Sweet....:clap.....my red 77 S has the...

Sweet....:clap.....my red 77 S has the "traditional" faded front fender and rear seat cowl...lovely shade of burnt orange though!

Kinda like it ...and, as I have put it up for sale...I tell...
Forum: Airheads 08-28-2012, 06:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 578
Posted By moosehead
Try San Jose BMW...they make/sell a nice billet...

Try San Jose BMW...they make/sell a nice billet top triple clamp...don't know if still have any left. Hove on my RS for years and love it.
Forum: Airheads 08-26-2012, 05:38 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 5,905
Posted By moosehead
Would the "shelf" you're proposing be removable? ...

Would the "shelf" you're proposing be removable?

You would still need access to the headlight if you had to change out a bulb. With the Hannigan headlight mounting system you have to remove the...
Forum: Airheads 08-26-2012, 05:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 583
Posted By moosehead
Maybe the "vibration" you are experiencing is not...

Maybe the "vibration" you are experiencing is not related to the gearbox...could be a number of other, simpler things e.g. carbs unbalanced, engine mounts loose, out-of-round tires, out-of balance...
Forum: Airheads 08-24-2012, 11:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,282
Posted By moosehead
For bikes with an oil cooler I think an oil temp...

For bikes with an oil cooler I think an oil temp guage is overkill...I know I have one on my 82 RS but I really would like to put this set up on a non-oilcooler bike. IMHO that would be more...
Forum: Airheads 08-24-2012, 06:08 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,282
Posted By moosehead
You will need a 45degree adapter to first put in...

You will need a 45degree adapter to first put in the oil sender threaded hole with the correct thread pitch then the "output" of that adpter have the correct thread pitch for the oil sending unit...
Forum: Airheads 08-05-2012, 04:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,123
Posted By moosehead
Sounds interesting Rob....what is this ...

Sounds interesting Rob....what is this "hamonizer" that you can put in your pocket? :ear
Forum: Airheads 08-01-2012, 04:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,031
Posted By moosehead
[QUOTE=disston;19256819]The R100S will continue...

[QUOTE=disston;19256819]The R100S will continue to mellow and provide all the aura she is famous for. The '77 bike will increase in value. The 2003 bike will continue to decrease in value, will...
Forum: Airheads 08-01-2012, 03:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,031
Posted By moosehead
:rofl....no, wish I did...only one...the 77 ...

:rofl....no, wish I did...only one...the 77

There are a few stablemates in various states of reconstruction though....

82 RS...my everyday, go to, touring machine...and undoubtedly with more...
Forum: Airheads 08-01-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,031
Posted By moosehead
So am I

So am I
Forum: Airheads 08-01-2012, 06:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,031
Posted By moosehead
Things happen for a reason...... After...

Things happen for a reason......

After posting this thread last night, and reading respones I wandered out to the garage to sneak a cigar and do some thinking.

A young fellow approaches,...
Forum: Airheads 07-31-2012, 07:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,031
Posted By moosehead
Some great thoughts....I'm going to sleep on this...

Some great thoughts....I'm going to sleep on this one....check in tomorrow:jjen
Forum: Airheads 07-31-2012, 04:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,031
Posted By moosehead
Am I nutz...bring me to my senses say ye the masses

I'm a pretty dedicated "airhead"....only had one "modern" bike in my long life...a 2003 Honda ST1300 I bought for my retirement present. Quite a bike but after 2 years and nagging electrical issues...
Forum: Airheads 07-27-2012, 03:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 460
Posted By moosehead
And there's one more bloody thing to check...the...

And there's one more bloody thing to check...the FD breather vent....and on and on and.....it goes:rofl

The "to do" list adds another item:evil

Good post and pix Kev....thanks
Forum: Airheads 07-27-2012, 05:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 863
Posted By moosehead
Think Bill has answered all your questions! ...

Think Bill has answered all your questions!

Good news is it looks like PO had installed either the Omega or Thunderchild aftermarket diode board...better than original. As both of these units come...
Forum: Airheads 07-23-2012, 01:56 PM
Replies: 830
Views: 272,697
Posted By moosehead
And throw it in the freezer for an hour or 2 and...

And throw it in the freezer for an hour or 2 and it'll nicely pop back in...along with those bevelled edges.:D
Forum: Canada 07-10-2012, 04:57 AM
Replies: 294
Views: 37,999
Posted By moosehead
Sorry to hear the news about Dave. I can tell he...

Sorry to hear the news about Dave. I can tell he meant a lot to his riding friends and especially his family.

Although I never met Dave, I enjoyed his many posts here.

My sincere sympathies to...
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