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retention-spokes-272-042m-1172
0- Service-InOf rmation Tech.Customer Service Motorcycles R50/5, R60/5, !Munich, Nov 72 vs 201 gi/LP/fm R75/5 2/72 (042 M) e Group: Brakes, wheels, tyres Ref: Retensioning wheel spokes Dear Sirs, We would like to instruct you that retensioning of wheel spokes must only be carried out after removal of the tyre and the rim tape. Spoke ends which protrude after retensioning must be filed down. If, contrary to these instructions, spokes are retensioned without taking off the tyre protruding spoke endsmay damage the tyre tube. Yours faithfullJ, BAYERISCHEM OTORENW ERKE Aktiengesellschaft Kundendienst ppa.
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tire-pressureminimum-depth-172-030m-872
Service-Informatio&n Tech. Custcmer Servic Motorcycles: R 50/5,R 60/, Munich, Aug. 72 VS-201 gr-ze- i R 75/5 1/72 (030 m)e Re: Tire pressure, rear wheel Dear Sirs, In the course cf further develcprnent we have found it ncoessary tu modify cur recommendations en tire pressures. ‘1’l1c rear w}rn,21 tire pressure should be reduced from 30 psi tc. 25 psi fer solo operation and frcm 35 psi to 30 psi fer twc- 1.J(, r:-idinc. On nc account should a tire pressure of 30 psi bP. ~xceeded. The valid tire pressures are given in the fellowing L’ d: ll; : Tire pressure Frcnt…
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rim-tape-271-313-971
SERVIINCFEO RMATION Tech. Cust. Service vs-201 gi/zr Motorcycles R50/5, R60/5, R75/5 group: brakes, wheels, tires Munich, Sept. 1971 No. 2/71 (313) e. ( I Ref. : Rim tape Dear Sirs, Instead of the actually mounted rim tape ex R 50/5 R 60/5 R 75/5 chassis No. 2 903 611 chassis No. 2 938 469 chassis No. 2 982 575 an adhesive textile tare, 30 mm broad, with impreenated rear surface is fixed. This has been tested with success for years already in motor sports and shows the following advantages: 1. When mounting a tire a slipping of the rim tape…
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approved-michelin-tires-36-010-80-2028-1080
Service-Informatio&n Group 36 October Bulletin No. Wheels and Tires 1980 36 010 80(2028) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Approved Michelin Tires In addition to the previously approved tires of the Michelin Tire Co. (See S.I. No. 36 007 78(079R) the following tires have been approved: Front: Rear: 3.25 H 19 4.00 H 18 S41 M45 – See enclosed picture – r·—. ,~~·,_ Caution: Mounting tips listed below ~~~-~9visable when mounting tires onto BMW moto.~yc1:e..s. 1. Do not u~e ~-~erent tires. s:f=-~±f-:f.~~1- ~–_ ma~\acturers on our mach1.ne . • -· -· .it\ ~ ·- • •. , ,:…
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rear-clamp-screw-torque-171-309-471
Tech, Cust. VKT 20 Service Gi/Zr SERVINICFEO RMAll~~ Motorcycke R 50/5,R60/5,R75/5 Grou : Frame Munich, A ril 71 No. l en Ref.: Torq 1 • .1e for clamp screws of t e rear knockout spindle Dear Sirs, Due to a given reason1 we want to port out that the torque for the clamp screws of the rear knockout spindle is 1.6 ~ 0.2 mkp and this has to be exactly observeda If you surpass this value* there is the danger of a tilow damage. Yours very truly, BAYERISCHEM OTOREWN ERXE Aktiengesellschaft ppa. iaV. r–~-~ J .. Delleske ‘—– .-_ —:.:=::,/…
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winteroff-road-tires-36-009-79-2005-979
( Service-Informatio&n Group 36 September Bulletin No. Wheels and Tires 1979 36 009 79(2005 – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Winter Tires for Motorcycles In case a customer requests special tires if he intends to use his motorcycle in the winter months, or some off-road use in the summer, please use the following chart as a guide: R R R R Rear, 4.00 X 18 65 50/5 – R 75/5 69 S – R 60/6 75/7 – R 100 RT Front, 3.25 x 18 reinforced R 65 Front, 3.25 x 19 -/5 to -/7 all models Metzeler Trial…
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approved-tires-171-307-371
SERVINICFEO RMATION Teoh.Oust. Serv~.ce Motorcycles R50/5,R60/5v R75/5 group: brakes, wheels, tires MUnchen, P?a.rch 71 VKT 20 Gi/Zr/Go No. 1/71 (307) eng. C Ref.: Release of tires Dear Sire, beside of the actual Mijtzel@r tir
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approved-dunlop-tires-36-006-79-1073r-779
MW MOTORRAD GMBH ervice Service-1n fo rmation otorcycle echnical 1unich, July 79 1-K-10 wb roup: Wheels and Tires 6 00 6 7S ( 1073.R) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Release of Dunlop Tires Dear Dealer, After extensive road tests we are releasing and approving the following Dunlop tires: Front: 3.25 H 19 F 6 BP Rear: 4.00 H 18 K 87 Mark II MN Test results of this tire in dry and wet conditions were excellent. In addition to Conti and Metzeler, Dunlop tires will be delivered as standard equipment on new motorcycles in the near future.…
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cast-front-19″-wheel-recall-36-023-84-2123-1084
( ( l Service-InformationM otorcycle Group: BMW of N.A. Service Department 36 WHEELS & TIRES October 1984 36 023 84 (2123) For USA and Canada Only : ‘ ._.,, . RECALL 84V-092– CAST FRONT 19″ WHEELS We recently sent to all of you a Mailgram with the following contents: ‘”ID: All BMWl’b torcycle Dealers RE: Recall 84V-092 — Front cast Wheels ‘Ihe mailing of custarer notification letters is n= in progress; therefore, this campaign has officially started. A recall authorization form with custarer name and VIN number is part of this notification. PRCCIDJRE: 1 . Custariers will contact you for…
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cast-front-19″-wheel-recall-36-022-84-2117-884
……… Service-InformationM otorcycle BMW of N.A. Service Department Group: 36 Wheels and Tires Recall Campaign 84V – 092 August 1984 36 022 84 (2117) For USA and Canada Only Inspection/Replacement of 19″ Front Cast Alloy Wheels BMW of North America, Inc., has voluntarily initiated a safety related defect recall campaign. The NTHSA-assigned recall campaign number is 84V – 092. This service information outlines the specific procedure for the implementation of this campaign. A copy of the customer letter is attached for your information. VEHICLES AFFECTED Inclusive Dates of Model Model Year Manufacture R60/7 1977 Sept. 1976 – Aug. 1977 R75/7…
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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.

