Category: Service Bulletin

( Service-Informatio0n Group: 36 January Bulletin No. : TIRES 1983 36 018 83 (2067) – For U.S.A. and Canada only – RE: CONTINENTAL TIRES TKC 60 AND 70 TWIN DURO FOR BMW R80G/S Dear Dealer: After completing successful testing, we are able to approve the Continental developed “Twin Duro” tire for the RS0G/S. Front: 3.00 S 21 TKC 60 with tube D21 Rear: 4.00 S 18 TKC 70 with tube Fl8″ The recommended top speed of the s t~re·-is 180:KM/H (111 m.p.h.). ·\ We recommend, wh~n exchanging tires ,_ ;: i:o;_in· s_t:a,l:,l_;_.\1n ew tube as well·; .,:.,,,.__________ • ·- ••…

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Service-Informatio&n Group: 36 March Bulletin No. : Wheels & Tires 1982 36 016 82 (2060) – For U.S.A. and Canada only – RE: PIRELLI TIRBS Dear Dealer: After extensive tests, we are now recommending and approving the use of the following type Pirelli tires on all RS0/5 – Rl00RT, with the exception of all R65s. On all 1981/82 models, wer-recommend the use of these tires only on rims up to a maximum of 2.50 inches width. Front – REar 100/90 V 19 with tube: 4.00 V 18 with tube: Mt 29 Phanton 12 A 19 SS Mt 28 Phantom 14…

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\ Service-Information$ Group: 36 March Bulletin No.: Wheels & Tires 1982 36 015 82 (2059) – For U.S.A. and Canada only – RE: BMW APPROVED WHEELS AND TIRES Dear Dealer: In the last two years we have tested various tire combinations from different manufacturers, and approved them for either original equipment or replacement. From the enclosed list you will note all details. MOUNTING ADVICE: ( 1) Please note arrow indicators molded into sidewalls, but not by all manufacturers. The arrows on the sidewalls indicate not only direction of travel, but al,so indicate load capab.ilities. (a) Rear tire, arrow on top,…

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Service-Informatio&n Group: 36 March Bulletin No. : Wheels & Tires 1982 36 014 82 – For U.S.A and Canada only – RE: METZLER TIRES – “ENDURO” 400-18 64R FOR R80G/S MODELS Dear Dealer: (2058) It is possible that the rear tire manufactured by Metzler and delivered to you as standard equipment, prematurely will develop cracks in the profile section of the tire. Metzler, in conjunction with BMW, has modified and tested the new, improved versions. The encl_o·~ed picture will identify the new design by the change.,.tQ;.,.t,h.e profile in the middle of the tire. Front tires, _,3;00-21 48R, have not been…

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Service-Information$ Group: 36 February Bulletin No. : ~iHEELS AND TIRES 1982 36 013 82 (2044) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Re: R65 / R65LS Tires 1. R65 \ Please be advised that a small number of 1981 R65’s will arrive in the United States equipped with “S” rated tires, instead of “H” rated tires, or as indicated in the Rider’s Manual and brochures. Please inspect each 1982 R65 carefully prior to delivery to your customer and advise him if the motorcycle is equipped with “Sn tires. Due to extremely high air pressure that must be used to mount…

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( Service-Informatio&n Group: 36 January Bulletin No.: TIRES 1982 36 017 83 (2066) – For U.S.A. and Canada only – RE: VALVE STEM NUT Dear Dealer: It has come to our attention that due to improper inflation of tires, it is possible the valve stem could become strained and tear from the tube. For rider safety, it is absolutely necessary that the valve stem nut be screwed up to the dust ca·p ,:i.”nd not contact the rim. Yours truly, HNics Pio””” .-n11t,:, “nri initi;:if h,:,fnr,:, filinn

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Service-Informatio&n Group: 36 June Bulletin No. Wheels and Tires 1981 36 012 81 (2032) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Re: Michelin T 61 Tires for the BMW R80 G/S. After extensive road testing, the following tires have been approved as initial equipment on the R80 G/S: Michelin 4.00 – 18 T 61 64 R with 18 CF Tube and 3.00 – 21 T 61 48 R with 21 AB Tube. These tires have a rated top speed of 170 km/h (app. 106 mile/h). Please note that whenever a tire (outer cover) is changed, the tube should also be…

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( Service-InformationM otorcycle BMW of N.A. Service Department Group: 36 Wheels and· Tires June 1986 36 035 86 (2210) For USA Only Dunlop K650 Tires for the RSOG/5 Information: After completing successful testing, we are able to approve the Dunlop K650 tire for the RSOG/S. Tire Size: Front: K650 3.00S 21 with 2.75/3.00 21 II tube Rear: K65 4.60S 18 with 4.00/5.00 18″ tube The recommended top speed of the “S” tire is 180 Km/h (111 mph). We recommend installation of Tire and tube manufactures designed as a pair. Very truly yours, BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC. – . ~…

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Service-Informatio&n Group 36 June Bulletin No. Wheels and Tires 1981 36 011 81 (2030) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Re: Metzeler ME 11 and ME 77 Tires. After comprehensive tests, we have now approved the following tires for all BMW motorcycles; RS0/5 to Rl00RT, either for replacement on existing machines or as standard equipment on new models. 3.25 Sor H 19 Perfect ME 11 (tubed type) with E 19 tube 4.00 Sor H 18 Perfect ME 77 {tubed type) with E 18 tube These tires are marked with an arrow- and should be mounted according. to the arrow…

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Service-InformationM otorcycle BMW of N.A. Service Department Group: 36 Wheels and Tires April 1986 36 034 86 (2205) For USA Only Michelin M48 Tires for K7~, RSO, R80RT, and RSOST Michelin Tire Corporation has recently advised that a clearance problem could occur if the M48 120/90 – 18 65H tire is mounted to the rear wheel of the BMW motorcycle models captioned above. Production of a new M48 tire new tire, which is approved a DOT code of 485 or later. started in December, for BMW motorcycles, 1985. will The have When ordering these tires for your customers, you must…

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