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chain-tensioner-sealing-cap-11-014-80-2015-280
Service-Informatio&n Group 11 February Bulletin No. Engine 1980 11 014 – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Sealing Cap for Chain Tensioner Bore – from model year 1979 with hydraulic chain tensioner. 80 (201,5) To prevent any risk of the sealing cap falling out of the bore in which the hydraulic chain tensioner piston
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valve-clearances-11-013-80-2013-280
Service-Informatio&n e Group 11 February Bulletin No. : Engine 1980 11 013 30(2013) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Valve Clearances on R 65 – R 100 RT The following are correct valve clearances, updated, to give the best possible performance: R 65 Inlet: – 1000 km (600 miles) = 0.15 mm (.006″)
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engine-id-#s-11-025-83-2088-2283
Service-Informatio&n r Group 11 November Bulletin No. : Engine 1983 11 025 83 (2088) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – RE: ENGIN1′ IDENTIFIC.Z\TION NUMBERS Dear Dealer: We have decided to no longer match the engine number with the frame or 17 digit V.I.N. numbers. Each engine is now stamped on a machined surface on
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oil-filter-housing-canister-11-024-83-2077-583
( ( Service-Informatio&n Group 11 May Bulletin No.: Engine 1983 11 024 83 (2077} -For U.S.A. and Canada Only- RE: INSTALLATION OF THE OIL FILTER HOUSING CANISTER Dear Dealer: With the introduction of the R65 and change in the oil passages on all motorcycles beginning in 1980, it is possible in isolated cases that a
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cylinder-base-o-rings-11-023-82-2052-483
Service-Informatio0n Group: 11 March Bulletin No.: Engine 198 2 11 023 82 (2052) – For U.S.A. and Canada only – RE: CYLINDER BASE O-RING Dear Dealer: For replacement, an additional “O”-ring has been introduced with an 0.2 mm thicker diameter. This new O-ring will fit all older models with “O” rings of a diameter of
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uneven-idling-11-024-83-2072-283
Service-Informatio&n Group 11 February Bulletin No. : Engine 1983 11 024 83 {2072) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – RE: Adjusting Procedure in the Event of Uneven Idling Dear Dealer: If comolaints are received of motorcycles idling unevenly, the recornrnended 9rocedure is as follows: 1. Adjust valve clearances with engine cold (20°C/68°F) _/ Above
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improved-valves-for-unleaded-11-043-90-2412-690
( Service-InformationM otorcycle Group: ©BMW of N.A. Service Department 11 Engine June 1990 11 043 90 (2412) For USA Only ImprovedB oxer Valve Component-s UnleadedF uel The evolution of the Boxer engine, due to emission contro7s and changing fuels, has resulted in a net increase in combustion :emperatures from 1978 to present. Over this period
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engine-id-#s-11-038-88-2298-388
( Service-Information Motorcycle BMW NA Service Department Group: 11 Engine March, 1988 11 038 88 (2298) For USA Only Engine Identification Numbers – Boxer Models Some states require that the motorcycle engine number be recorded with the State Department of Motor Vehicles. Location of Stamping: Each Boxer crankcase. the engine, engine number is stamped on
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rocker-shaft-oil-supply-11-034-86-2214-686
Service-InformationM otorcycle BMW of N.A. Service Department Group: 11 Engine June 1986 11 034 86 (2214) For USA Only Oil Supply to the Rocker Shafts — Boxer Engines Situation: Assembly: Note: Very truly yours, BMW OF Richard Dampf Examination of parts returned under warranty has revealed that the rocker shafts are sometimes installed incorrectly, so
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rocker-arm-upgrade-11-032-86-2208-586
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In this series, we’ll be talking with independent mechanics, product developers and aficionados of the classic airhead BMW motorcycles, produced from 1970 to 1995, also known as the “Type 247 boxer.” If you’re an airhead rider, you’ll recognize nearly all of our guests in this series. If you’re generally a motorcycle enthusiast, this a great opportunity to add some knowledge to your database and enjoy some great motorcycle talk.

