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wheeldisc-runout-36-005-78-1065r-678
( i I ‘! Service-Information BMWM OTORR.a.DG HBH R 50/5-R 100 RS Motorcycles Munich, June’ 7l Service Technical R-VK-10 vdW-st Group: Wheels and Tires 36 ooi:::1 a( ~ 06-::: ~- ~ .-? – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Radial and Lateral Runout Running Tolerances of all Current Production Model Wheels and Brake Discs. Dear Dealer, In order to ensure stability in all normal riding speeds, it is vitally important to check that there are no unacceptable tolerances present. To simplify and speed up repairs, enclosed find a summary of all necessary test values. Yours truly, BMW MOTORRAD GMBH…
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tirealloy-wheel-mounting-36-004-78-1050r-678
(” ( Service-Information & BMW MOTORRAD GMBH R60/6 – Rl00RS motorcycles Munich, June ” 8 OR Service – Technical Technical R-VK-10 ma/cb Group: Wheels and Tires 36 004 78 (10, -For U.S.A. and Canada Only- Subject: Instructions for fitting tires to cast light alloy wheel rims with hump shoulder Dear Dealer, For some time now cast light alloy wheels on our motorcycles are standard on certain models, or as an optional extra. These cast wheel rims are provided with the ‘hump’ shoulder which has prov 7d successful for a long period on automobiles. Its purpose is to prevent the tire…
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tirewheel-damage-36-002-77-1026r-1277
Service-Information$ r-, Group 36 Wheels and Tires June 1983 Bulle tin No. : 36 002 77 (1026R) – For U.S.A. and Canada only – Supplement I RE: DAMAGES TO WHEELS AND TIRES Dear Dealer: In the Service Information bulletin of August 1977, we described the possible damages to wheels and tires when riding over obstacles. At the same time,, we.,.,requested you to point out to your customers the need _t_o follow certain precautionary measures. Please/{~uppl.ement those in~truct:!i~:;:~:!:.~;.~!~;. foFrow:1~5~:tZ:~;c::. ( 1. Avoid’ …t he .. use ~of·•.. u napproved tires ;-··unsu’.rt:able for BMW·m otorcycle·s ..: ;::,.,.,. ,.·._ :·,,’.~.~:”·’: .:.:.:. :, .…
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michelin-m38-tires-36-002-75-1008r-1077
(“•. C Service-Information 0 BMW MOTORRAD GMBH Motorcycle R60/7-1978 Munich, Oct.77 Service Technic R-VK-10 TR-ST Wheels and Tires 36 02 75( 1008R’ Supplement II For U.S.A. and Canada only Subject: Michelin Tires M38 Dear Dealer, The above tire is released for the R60 Models onl~ because it only is available in the “S” design (slow speed). On all R75 to Rl00RS, this tire is not released. 1978 RB0/7 – Rl0ORS have “H” design tires (high speed) as standard equipment. Advise your customers accordingly, when tires are to be ~eleased. Please also refer to older bulletins with the same number above.…
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approved-continental-tire-36-001-77-1025r-877
Se01ice-nJ formatjon ~ BMWM OTORRADG MBH Service BMW R 60/6 – R 100 RS Technic Munich, August 7~ 36 001 77 (1025 ~) Grou: Wheels and Tires For USA and Canada Subject: Conti Tires and Replacements Dear Dealer: A new Conti-Tire has been developed to increase the rider’s comfort and reduce the noise level. The new rear tire is: continental 400 – s 18 Kll2 A Continental 400 – H 18 Kll2 A A replacement of the Profile Kll2. BMW strongly recommends to use the same brand tires. DO NOT intermix with other brands·. Yours truly, BMWM OTORRADG MBH Munich…
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tire-pressureminimum-depth-36-003-77-1036r-577
( /’ Service-Information & BMWM OTORRADG MBH Motorcycle R50/5-R100RS Munich, May 77 Service Technic R-VK-10 wb/ur Wheels & Tires 36 003 77(1036R1 For U.S.A. and Canada onl} Subject: Tire Pressu~es and Minimum Tread Depth Dear Dealer, Tire Pressures: The following tire pressures are the approved, tested correct pressures on standard equipped tires and tubes. Front Wheel: -Solo Metzeler Conti Rear Wheel: Metzeler Conti 3.25 x 19 – Sor H, Rille 12 3.25 x 19 – Sor H, RB, RB2 4.00 x 18 – Sor H, C6 or C66 4.00 x 18 – Sor H, K111, K112 or K112A 27psi 27…
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correlation-of-tiresrims–
(J f …_ _ ,- 0 CORRELATION BETWEEN TIRES AND STANDARD RIMS /5 /6 /7 /5 /6 /7 Rl00RS Cast Rolling Dia. Front Rear Wheel, Rear On Correct Rim Dimension Rim Size: WM2 WM3 WM4 WM4½ WMS WM6 ~ 1.85 B 2.15 B 2.50 B 2.75 D 3.00 D 3.50 D Installed Width: 4.00 H 18 mm 144 117* 120 122 672 in 4.49 4.61 4.72 4.80 26.45 4.25/85 H 18 nun 114* 118 121 123 660 in 4.49 4.64 4.76 4.84 25.98 130/80 H 18 mm 134 137 c:J 145 669 in 5.27 5.39 5.70 26.34 3.25 H 19…
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rims-&-tires-175-198m-1275
( ( \ Service-n! ·of rmation BMW Motorrad GmbH Service kl/mk/fm R25/3 – RJO S Motorcycles Technical ~-iunich, Dec ’75 1/75 (193 M) e Group 35 Subject: Rims and Tires Enclosed please find a list showin~ all rims and tire sizes so far approved for series use as well as the tire makes recommended by the factory for our motorcycle models R25/3 – R9O S. When mount int:: a new tire, a new tube should be used as t:ell. It is recommended to use only tires and tubes of the same make. Important: In case Butyl tubes are used, a…
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tim-tapetouring-tires-174-114m-474
( ( Service-Information G Tech.Cust.Service VS-2011 kl/na/fm BMWM otorcycles Group: 36 Subject: l. Rim Tape 2. “Touring-Special” Tires Gentlemen: Munich, April •74 1/74 (114 M) e 1. With immediate effect, our motorcycles will be equipped with butyl rubber tubes. These tubes lose less air by diffusion. Since butyl tubes are slightly more prone to abrasion, a rubber rim tape is inserted as well as the normal adhesive rim tape. The tubes are marked “B” or “Butyl”. If tubes not so marked are installed subsequently, the rubber rim tape can still be used in addition to the adhesive rim tape. In…
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approved-rear-tires-473-054m-1272
v Service-Information Tech.Gust.Service vs-201 gi/zr/fm ~otorcyles R50/5 – R75/5 }roup: Brakes,Wheels, Tyres Munich, Dec ‘7 2 ( ,, No. 4/73(054 M)e I Ref: Approved Rear Wheel Tyre Dear Sirs, The rear Tyre 4,00 S 18 Conti K 111 has been replaced by the Tyre 4.00 S 18 Conti K 111 KS. The new Conti rear tyre has improved directional stability and adherence friction as of Series No. 312 (31st week, 1972). In addition to the proven C6 by Metzeler, we have also released a new rear tyre, designation 4.00 S 18 Y 148 Bloc C 6 which gives increased stability…
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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.

