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Forum: GS Boxers 05-15-2013, 02:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 645
Posted By PaperBoy
Thanks, good to know. I'll look for a two pack to...

Thanks, good to know. I'll look for a two pack to have an extra on hand.

Gary
Forum: GS Boxers 05-15-2013, 01:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 645
Posted By PaperBoy
Viton O-Ring Number

Okay, I read somewhere that if you replace the gas cap o-ring with the #348 Viton O-Ring you won't get the swelling problem from the fuel. However, there are a couple of Vitons with the same...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-13-2013, 03:59 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,953
Posted By PaperBoy
Never had an Airhawk, but like '05Train, I have a...

Never had an Airhawk, but like '05Train, I have a Touratech Kahedo. It's on my R1100GS and has an Alaska Sheepskin Butt Pad. Although probably not the answer for everyone, for me a harder seat seems...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-29-2013, 12:48 PM
Replies: 952
Views: 259,684
Posted By PaperBoy
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 04-25-2013, 01:21 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,611
Posted By PaperBoy
Oroville has Officer Annie, in an old patrol car...

Oroville has Officer Annie, in an old patrol car "manned" or "mannequined" by an old Resusci Annie (CPR training device). Uniform, blonde wig and OPD ballcap. She gets shuttled around town and works...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2013, 11:56 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Wow!

Looks professionally done. What did you form the headlight cover/surround from? Any photos of the process?
Forum: Equipment 04-12-2013, 06:47 PM
Replies: 373
Views: 66,335
Posted By PaperBoy
Mesh Jacket

I'm 6'6 and about 260 lbs. and like you I take a 37" sleeve. I also wear a 48 extra long suit jacket.

I have a couple mesh jackets, a hi-viz Mesh Tech First Gear I got on sale three years ago. I...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-11-2013, 11:28 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Great

Can't wait to see it fitted.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-08-2013, 10:41 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Hi/Lo Setup

Rich, are you going to have one side high beam and the other low. Or are you using the bi-xenon that moves in and out for high and low? I know a third option is one where the bulb/capsule has both a...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-08-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Looking good guys

These are looking great.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-08-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 17,895
Posted By PaperBoy
Interested

Steptoe, please let me know too. I was following a similar thread on UKGSer awhile back, didn't know there was so much going on on the subject right here on Advrider.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-08-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
:clap Rich, that would be great! And...

:clap Rich, that would be great!



And I am looking forward to seeing the results. Also looking forward to what Graham comes up with as surrounds for his dual headlight project. They're looking...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 428
Posted By PaperBoy
From IMBMW

More Euro Switch Info: http://www.ibmwr.org/r-tech/oilheads/gs_lights/

http://www.ibmwr.org/r-tech/oilheads/gs_lights/piaa3b.jpg
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 428
Posted By PaperBoy
Euroswitch for Aux lights

I have the switch myself and plan on using it one day for auxiliary lighting. I have an Autoswitch now for my PIAA 540s that is triggered by my hi/lo beam switch, but it is touchy. Here are a couple...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 03:08 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Voltage Drop Explained

Yes!

Can't explain it myself, but did a Google search and this is from Daniel Stern Lighting Consultancy and Supply

"WHY USE RELAYS? Power for the headlights is controlled by a...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 02:15 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Here's Mine

Here's a photo of my bike w/ the TT Dual Headlights, an R1150 beak and blue & white tank. Also has the TT oil color guard form a R1150GS. I've got Hella fogs (halogens), PIAA 540s and Motolights on...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 01:42 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
[QUOTE=krellheat;21130150]wunderich version ...

[QUOTE=krellheat;21130150]wunderich version

here you go http://www.wunderlichamerica.com/motorcycle/8230010.html

I know that's the current model, but as LoneStar, in his install and review...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 12:52 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Honda Headlights in TT Dual Headlight Frame:

Okay, if you join UKGSer, you will probably be able to see the photos from this rider who put Honda CBR 400 headlights into his Touratech Dual Headlight frame. For those that are handy*, you could...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
UKGSer photos

I believe so, been so long since I joined. There aren't a whole lot of pictures on this particular thread. I'll try and post here, hope that isn't a no no. You should try joining anyway just for all...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 11:21 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
UKGSr

Yes, I hadn't thought of that. They have different levels of membership. I joined for free, but there's also a paid membership to UKGSer that gives you more privileges.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-06-2013, 03:14 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Obviously TT made changes over the years to their...

Obviously TT made changes over the years to their Dual Headlight Units.

Here's some additional TT Dual Headlight info from UKGSer, it's kind of dated, but simon thomas talks about warping parts of...
Forum: Equipment 04-06-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 373
Views: 66,335
Posted By PaperBoy
Jacket: Make: Olympia Model: X-Moto Size:...

Jacket:
Make: Olympia
Model: X-Moto
Size: 3xl
Custom Alterations: N
Buyer Info: 6'6", 265 lbs, 48" chest, 37" sleeves, 39"/40" waist - Suit jacket 48 Extra Long
Comments: As others have...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-06-2013, 02:34 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
As I've said, TT only seems to sell two types of...

As I've said, TT only seems to sell two types of dual headlight set ups right now.

This one...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-06-2013, 11:12 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Like the look, especially the big lenses that...

Like the look, especially the big lenses that fill the rectangular space under the screen. Mine are nearly as large and fill most of the original area. I'm not as big a fan of the two small headlight...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-05-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Stocker & TT Dual about the same

The TT w/ two halogen bulbs didn't seem to be any better than the stock set up before I installed the relay harness which gets its power from the battery in a more direct manner. Some people like the...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-05-2013, 04:20 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Touratech Dual Headlight

Here's what the headlight looks like on front of my bike (w/ headlight guard and before I replaced my homemade gutter guard, oil cooler guard w/ the TT one for the 1150) and my R1150GS Beak...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-05-2013, 03:44 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
About Pictures....

Well, I didn't take before and after photos. After I get my cast off my foot next Thursday I can take some after photos. It was really pretty simple on the TT dual headlight using the harness Jim...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-05-2013, 12:01 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,114
Posted By PaperBoy
Bring out your dead (threads that is)

I know this is an old thread that I started, but it still applies to our bikes. The last thing I did before putting the bike up last winter, was add a headlight relay harness to the system. Believe...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-15-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 13,178
Posted By PaperBoy
Mine's there too.

That's exactly where I have mine on the R1100GS

Gary
Forum: GS Boxers 03-15-2013, 02:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,041
Posted By PaperBoy
+1 for Freeway Blaster

I bought a dual horn relay kit from Eastern Beaver and high- and low-tone Freeway Blasters. Being somewhat lazy I just tried the high note on my R1100GS and the difference from stock was very...
Forum: GS Boxers 09-20-2012, 01:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,373
Posted By PaperBoy
Question about VarioScreen and tint color

Okay, I know this is a moldy-oldie thread, one in which I expressed my like for the Vario. My question is for those who have the tinted/smoked version and know something about the various tint...
Forum: GS Boxers 09-17-2012, 06:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 239
Posted By PaperBoy
You are right, hopefully a moderator will move...

You are right, hopefully a moderator will move or I'll kill the WTB. I've been searching the Flea Market for the ad and it's obvious now why I couldn't find it. Thanks, Gary
Forum: GS Boxers 09-17-2012, 06:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 239
Posted By PaperBoy
WTB Touratech Sport Seat Side Panels

WTB Touratech Sport Seat Side Panels for R1100GS or R1150GS, black preferred, but any color is okay. Lost my right one and haven't been able to find it, so I thought I'd give the flea market a shot...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-31-2012, 09:06 AM
Replies: 952
Views: 259,684
Posted By PaperBoy
Nice, clean looking bike, really like the...

Nice, clean looking bike, really like the Stanton head guards too. Looks like you need some belly protection though.
Forum: GS Boxers 07-21-2012, 05:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 644
Posted By PaperBoy
Plug and Play yes, but not for the aux. light mod

Not supposed to be able to shut the headlight off when m/c is running in the U.S., unless your bike was made before the regulation. Same regulations were not in force in UK, but seems like my brother...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-20-2012, 04:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 644
Posted By PaperBoy
Anyone looking for an R1100GS Euro Headlight Switch?

If anyone is looking for a Euro Switch for their R1100GS I found mine on eBay UK, they seem to pop up fairly often and there is one on there right now. As the U.S. bikes didn't come with an on/off...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-17-2012, 05:18 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,776
Posted By PaperBoy
Come to the eastern side of Washington State if...

Come to the eastern side of Washington State if you want some heat -- altho we've been having some crazy rainstorms this summer too and the humidity is unusually high for the dry side of the...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-13-2012, 01:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,611
Posted By PaperBoy
Interesting, I was going to bid on an RID on eBay...

Interesting, I was going to bid on an RID on eBay that eventually went for like $37. It was one of those wonderful auctions where they have R1150GS in the title. Then in the discription it says big...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-12-2012, 03:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,611
Posted By PaperBoy
Interesting Note

Thought I might be able to add something to this old thread. I was looking at the Part Numbers for the RID for the R1100GS and the R1150GS and GSA on MaxBMW's part fiche site. I was trying to figure...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-01-2012, 04:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 625
Posted By PaperBoy
If it has a SignalMinder installed (like mine)...

If it has a SignalMinder installed (like mine) you can activate the four-way flashers by hitting both the left and right turn indicator buttons at the same time. Every once in awhile I do so by...
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