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  • large-engine-protection-plate-51-001-88-2302-488

    large-engine-protection-plate-51-001-88-2302-488

    Service-Information Motorcycle Group: 5, BMW NA Service Department Equipment April, 1988 51 001 88 (2302) For USA Only RlOOGOS ptional Large Engine Protection Plate Problem: Part No.: Action: Solution: The screws that mount the optional large engine protection plate may loosen when the motorcycle is operated at continuous high engine speeds. 51 47 2 303 560 Far this reason, do not install this protection plate as supplied. Notify any customers that currently have this plate installed on their Rl00GSs and reinstall the original engine protection plate. An improved protection plate mounting is being developed for the Rl0OGS. You will be…

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  • battle-of-legends-decal-install-51-004-93-2577-293

    battle-of-legends-decal-install-51-004-93-2577-293

    ( Service-InformationM otorcycle ©BMW of N.A. Service Department Group: 51 Equipment February, 1993 51 004 93 (2577) Installation of “Battle of the Legends” Decals For USA Only Many technicians are reluctant to attempt installation due to the potential of not getting the decals on straight or damaging them. Using the following instructions will allow you to move the decal after placing it on the tank. Hint: Apply the decal at room temperature. The motorcycle fuel tank should also be at room temperature for a few hours prior to installation. Instructions: Tank Decals -Wash and dry the surfaces to which the…

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  • fairingfuel-tank-graphic-install-51-003-92-2510-292

    fairingfuel-tank-graphic-install-51-003-92-2510-292

    , .. ( ….. Service-InformationM otorcycle eMw NA Service’; pepartment • Instal11ng Fairing or Fuel Tank ·,raphics ~ :Al.l·eM odels Problem: Decals are difficult to install. Many dealers are reluctant to install them due to the potential of not getting the graphics on straight. Remedy: Following the instructions below will allow you to position the decals properly. The instructions are for installation of Kl graphics, which are the most difficult to install. However, the same instructions will apply to all decals. ·.• – Wash and dry the motorcycle …. …. . Make a mild solution of liquid soap and water…

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  • low-front-fender-46-027-90-2405-590

    low-front-fender-46-027-90-2405-590

    ( • :J l. • •• \, ‘., ·t;, , .\ (,.:.;.::’•,_ .~·.:• . ·~: ·. llOOGS Parii~Duar :bgine Spoiler /Low ·Pront>l’ender•:;/t.,:’”.>·’., ; · ,. – •

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  • fairingfuel-tank-chafing-46-020-88-2325-988

    fairingfuel-tank-chafing-46-020-88-2325-988

    ( Service-InformationM otorcycle BMW NA Service Department Group: 46 Frame September, 1988 46 020 88 (2325) For USA Only Fairing/Fuel TankC hafing – RSORaTn d RlOORT Problem: Remedy: Note: Very truly yours1 The fairing pocket might rub against the fuel tank en 11RT11 models. Loosen the bolts that hold the bottom of the upp~r fairing section (bolts are accessible from inside the fairing pocket). Push the fairing outward and retighten so that the bolts are at the outer end of the slots. A rubber support – part no. 52 53 1 230 319 – ( as installed under the dual…

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  • low-fender-stiffener-46-019-88-2307-488

    low-fender-stiffener-46-019-88-2307-488

    Service-Information Motorcycle BMW NA Service Department Group: 46 Frame Apri 1, 1988 46 019 88 (2307) For USA Only RlOOGLS owF ender Stiffener Complaint: Solution: Avai 1 ability: Installation: •• Front Front fender flexes when striking “pot holes”, making an audible noise. A stiffener has been developed to add counter-support to the fender to minimize this tendency: Stiffener Part No. 95 00 1 000 805 The stiffener is made from a special energy-absorbing elastomer called TecsPak ®• which maintains stability between -80° and 300° F. All RlOOGSm odels must be equipped with this stiffener for low fender mounting position. You…

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  • frame-straightening-machine-005-785

    frame-straightening-machine-005-785

    Technical Service SUBJECT: BOXER FRAMES I \. NO: 005 DATE: 07/85 Due to cost reduction measures effected by major insurance companies in the U.S.A., frame re-alignment/straightening is becoming increasingly significant in settling insurance claims. For years, our BMW company repair division in Munich has been involved in motorcycle frame re-alignment work where the extent of the damage permitted such repairs. In addition, some of these repairs are now performed by shops without any connection to BMW, requir!ing specialized skills to reproduce the results needed, since they are using universally applicable alignment systems, not necessarily producing the quality or longevity required…

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  • retrofitting-modified-side-stand-46-006-83-2076-583

    retrofitting-modified-side-stand-46-006-83-2076-583

    ( Service-Informatio&n Group 46 May Bulletin No.: Frame 1983 46 006 83 (2076) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – SUBJECT: MODIFIED SIDE STAND R65, R65LS, Rl00 – Rl00RT Dear Dealer: Starting in January of this year, all the above models have been equipped with modified side stands. These differ from the previous version as follows: the ball joint is deleted and a modified stop on the frame permits the motorcycle to lean over at a greater.angle. The position and design of the extending lever have:been improved to make the side stand easier to operate. When the -‘weight is taken…

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  • rt-windshield-mounting-46-005-81-2038-881

    rt-windshield-mounting-46-005-81-2038-881

    Service-Informatio&n Group 46 August Bulletin No. Frame 1981 46 ·oos 81 (2038) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: 1981 RT Windshield Mounting. 1. Cut off center nipple and the nipples at each end of the rubber gasket. (2) 2. Install holders, No: 7 and No: 8 onto the windshield using counter – sunk head screws. 3 . Insert No: 3 holder through windshield and install O-Rings on holder stud. 4. s. 6. Yours truly, I( $.•QI ‘· \ I I_, /! ~ .••••w• • .-/4 I Herb Neas National Service Manager Enclosure /bb ,lease route and initial before…

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