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fork-dampening-&-springing-175-199m-1275
( ) ·’ BMW :.Jotorrad GmbH ;Service Ett/cb/fm Service-nI ·formation ~ 60/5 ~ ~ 90 S motorcycles ‘l’e chni ca 1 :•’Iunich, Dec 1 7~ 11 7 5 ( 1 :J 9 ~-1) e ——–···—·—···-·—-“-“-· ~0-;_;.p——J.;±———————- Subject: Front forks – damping and spri~ging Dampins; ~o prevent the fro~t forks from compressing too far or bottoming over undulating surfaces, a suspension damper with a harde~ compression phase has been developed. The uprated compression phase is particularly suitable for machines with the twin disc brake which are norraally riaten in an ent~usiastic manner. The compression phase damping action has c)een modified by…
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fork-oil-capacity-31-003-79-2010-280
Service-Informatio&n Group 31 February Bulletin No.: Front Fork 1980 31 003 79(2010) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – SUPPLEMENI T Subject: Approved Quantities and Lubricants Whenever the fork lubricant is changed or replenished, especially at the first service check at 600 miles, the refill quantity per fork leg is: R 50/5 – R 100 RT R 65 – only Refill After Fork Disassembly 280 ± l0can 190 t l0con Drain and Refill 265 ± ‘lOcan – 190 r l0con The same quantity should also be used in older models. CAUTIONB: e sure, when a lubricant is used to use…
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front-fork-noise-31-004-79-1077r-979
( , . • ‘ – \ C~/i.J. Service-Information & BMW MOTORRi\D GmbH. Motorcycles: R 80/7 – R 100 :; Munich, Sept.?~ Service Technical Group: Front Fo:r: ks RM-K-1O vdw 31 004 ?g( 107’ – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Telescopic Front Fork Dampers Dear Dealer: In order to eliminate possible noises in the front fork a rubber disk, BMW part i 31 42 1 240 027, is now standard equipment. The modification was introduced starting with the following V.I.N#: V.I .. N.J MODELS 6 126 062 R 80/7 R 100 T 6 165 017 R 100 s…
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approved-fork-oil-31-003-79-1072r-779
……. ~ ( ( ) i Service-Information $ BMWM OTORRADG MBH Motorcycle: R 50/5-R 100 Rt Munich, July 7r’ I ~ Service Technical RM-K-10 vdw Group: Front Fork 31 003 7.9(. ~ 0,2~ – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject; Approved Lubricants, Quantities Recommended and Oil Changes Dear Dealer, The following supplements SI 31 002 78(1041R) and includes the latest factory-approved lubricants for front forks: Make Castrol Esso Mobil Mobil Shell Shell Type DB Hydraulic Fluid Univis J 13 Aero HFA.– DTE 11 Aero Fluid 4 4001 (available only through importers) In addition to those capacities mentioned in SI…
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approved-fork-oil-31-002-73-1041r-478
……. ~ ( ( ) i Service-Information $ BMWM OTORRADG MBH Motorcycle: R 50/5-R 100 Rt Munich, July 7r’ I ~ Service Technical RM-K-10 vdw Group: Front Fork 31 003 7.9(. ~ 0,2~ – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject; Approved Lubricants, Quantities Recommended and Oil Changes Dear Dealer, The following supplements SI 31 002 78(1041R) and includes the latest factory-approved lubricants for front forks: Make Castrol Esso Mobil Mobil Shell Shell Type DB Hydraulic Fluid Univis J 13 Aero HFA.– DTE 11 Aero Fluid 4 4001 (available only through importers) In addition to those capacities mentioned in SI…
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improved-fork-seals-31-021-88-2320-888
( { ‘ ‘, Service-InformationM otorcycle BMW. NA· Service Department : ‘.- -• –•• ‘::•_·:\;;:!~~1t.>)T·?r·:,:·~~:’ ::’;.~r)rT: ~s1!r~t;)JI}?II~ ~If :T_·,1 Impro_!ed>E· ;k: Seals – R80 and, _Rl,~~:,~~~ls- · ~~~ ~n·· __,- .>· .;::_,;., _ _ 0:;\::, —-~ Problem: Infonnation: Fork Seal Replacement: SHARP EDGE Leaking Fork Seals As described in Service Information 31 019 88 (2279) titled: “Improved Fork Seals – KlOO and K75 models 11 the Boxer models are now also produced with a Fork Seal which has an additional dust lip. In addition to the improved Fork Seal, the new rubber dust covers also have a sharp scraper edge.…
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front-fork-noise-31-009-83-2082-883
Service-Informatio&n Group 31 August Bulletin No. : Front Fork 1983 31 009 83 (2082) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – RE: FRONT FORK NOISE Dear Dealer: The telescopic front fork dampers on all models except R65′ and R65LS now come equipped with a new spring-loaded valve housing, which eliminates axial play that may cause front fork noises. It is no longer necessary to use shims for spacing as advised in ‘Service Information 31 001 82 (2046). The valve washer is now provided with a chamfer that serves to cut down the noise level even further. ),-~se route and initial…
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fork-oil-change-31-008-83-2079-783
( Service-Informatio&n Group 31 July Bulletin No. : Front Fork 1983 31 008 83 (2079) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – RE: OIL CHANGE IN TELESCOPIC FORK Dear Dealer: The different telescopic forks of particular BMW motorcycle models require different oil quantities. The table below provides an actual breakdown: R65, R65LS 190 ± 10 cc RS0GS 220 ± 10 cc R80ST ·,. ., ::·}1:9±_ 910 cc RS0/5 – RlOORS, up to ::.:>~.,;-..;\:;,/. t~P
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front-fork-noise-31-007-82-2046-782
… ( ( ( Service-Informatio&n Group: 31 July Bulletin No. : FRONT FORK 1982 … 31 007 82 (2046) – For ti. s. A. and Canada onl.y._ – SUBJECT: FRONT FORK NOISE Dear Dealer: May we advise of two important procedures to overcome front fork noise: (1) All 1981 & up RSOGs·- RlOORT 1981 & up R65 (Use attached drawing for identification.) -(“-. – 1.1 If a metallic noise in th~~ront fork is. discovered, it c_ould be caused by pla}”\between the v~lve housing (#14) and the retaining ci~¢lip··(#l5). In order to achieve 1!1inimal clearance ,,_;;~r no:.,:P,:lay at al~,r we no1…
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correct-fork-springs-31-006-80-2025-580
( ( .,,_ f. Service-Informatio&n Group 31 Front Fork May 1980 Bulletin No. : 31 006 80(2025) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Correct Front Fork Springs Whenever a sagging front fork end is suspect of incorrect or sagging fork springs, please remove fork springs and measure the free length as follows: R 50/5 – R 100 S free length = 567 mm (22-21/64 11 ) • *R 100 RS – R 100 RT – free length = 54 3 mm ( 21-25/64 11 ) R 65 *heavy duty free length = 4.90 mm (19-19/64″) The above are…
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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.

