Tag: group 18 service bulletins

  • removingrepairing-flange-nut-18-005-89-2335-289

    removingrepairing-flange-nut-18-005-89-2335-289

    ) Service-InformationM otorcycle Group: l8 BMW NA Exhaust February 1989 18 005 89 Service Department (2335) For USA Only Removing/Repairing Exhaust Flange Nut – Boxer Models Situation: Caution: Reminder: Remedies! Note: The finned exhaust nut may become seized to the cylinder head exhaust port threads. Do not try to force the nut off if it is seized. Never-Seize Paste should be applied at the 600-mi1e service. No. 1 : Drill 3 or 4 holes approximately 4 rmi deep using a 6 rrm drill between one pair of fins. Use a 3/4″ cold chfsel to split the metal between the holes…

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  • spark-arrester-18-004-88-2299-388

    spark-arrester-18-004-88-2299-388

    Service-InformationM otorcycle Group: 18 BMW NA Exhaust Service Department System Spark Arrester – RBO 6/S and RlO0GS March, 1988 18 004 88 (2299) For USA Only Infonnation: Many states, as well as the U.S. Forest Service, require that an approved spark arrester be installed prior to off-road use. Required Parts: A spark arrester is available as an accessory and can be ordered through normal parts channels: Spark Arrester: Clamp: 18 12 l 242 644 18 21 1 454 381 I -·-· ~ ~~ t–0-,- -~J Additional Modifications: (RlOOGoSn ly) Very truly yours, \ \ \ \ The 1 eft rear…

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  • spark-arrester-18-001-80-2027-1080

    spark-arrester-18-001-80-2027-1080

    Service-Informatio&n Group: Exhaust Systems October 1980 Bulletin No.: 18 001 80(2027) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Re: R 80 G/S Spark Arrester ~•rt has come to our attention that many local laws require a spark arrester on vehicles used for “off-road” purposes. -, Acc6rdingly, BMWe ngineers have approved a spark arrester P- for the R 80 G/S for “off-road” use, only when local laws -• require one. The spark arrester will be available as an accessory, to be installed by customer, and is available through normal parts channels, under the part number: # 18 12 1 242 644…

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  • blue-exhaust-pipes-rvs-1-275

    blue-exhaust-pipes-rvs-1-275

    —· Bru1\f\J MOTORRAD Gru1BH BMW MOTORRAD GMBH • 8 Munchen 40 • Postfach 400360 —-r ;f • “” -:.). ~:: …. 1 Buro: Munchen-Freim;inn, YOlckarslr. 9 Fernsprec11er: (089) 32 5025 Drahtwort: Baymolorrad Telex: 523313 Bankkonlen: . Deutsche Bank AG. Munchatn, 72/06 600 Bayeriache Hypolh4ken• und Wechsel·Bank, MuncllBn, 318156200 • Postscheck·Konto: 2002 3~ • 807 Muncher, ___ L — __________________ ….__ __________________ _ 0 =’ lhre Zolch•n lhre Nachrlchl vom Unaare Zelch11n Munch en, 6. 1. 75 …. •—····. __R ‘~~-:J_~9s/Nab __-·_·_ _ 20th February, 197: Batrelt: R 90 S – Blue Exhaust PiEes Dear Sir, It is not unusual for…

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  • calcite-on-exhaust-pipes-170-291-970

    calcite-on-exhaust-pipes-170-291-970

    Technical Customer bervice VK~-20 Gi/S SERVIINCFEO RMATION Motorcycle 1- + 2-cylinder models Gr.: Frame Mlinchen, Sept. 1970 n. 1/70 (291) en. Subj.: Calcite on exhaust pipes Dear Sirs, To remove calcite – it deposits especially on the bottom part of the exhaust pipes, resulting from water sprays – we tested various products in our laboratory. The product VP 2693 proved especially effective. It is a rust remover paste, produced by the company Metallgesellschaft AG Frankfurt Reuterweg 14 which, in spite of a reaction period of several days, did not attack the basic metal of the corresponding parts. The duration for…

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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.