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tire-clearance-fix-36-020-84-2094-284
( ( -, 1 • • ._. . r”•1 “‘.,~,. ‘.._ …… ~ •• .,_ •• , I •• •••·•• • Service-Informatio0n Group 36 February Bulletin No.: Wheels and Tires 1984 36 020 84 (2094) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – RE: TIRE CLEARANCE ALL MODELS EXCEPT R80GS AND R80ST Dear Dealer: t. Occasionally, we r~’ceive inquiries of””insuff:t’~isnt clearance between the rear swi11g.ar~; and tire/ particularly on motor.cycles before model year;.;,1981’~: – – .. ,_-t··- •··· , :.. ~-·–. .;. -·~..;• :./-~·-_. Therefore, a thrust· sle.eve 10 ~ 7mn· l~ng)ias •. been-_develo~_~d to install on the rear wheel drive…
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composite-wheel-paint-cracks-36-019-83-2084-883
( Service-Informatio0n Group 36 August Bulletin No.: Wheels and Tires 1983 36 019 83 (2084) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – RE: PAINT CRACKS ON THE SEAM OF BMW COMPOSITE WHEELS R65LS Dear Dealer: In the composite cast wheel process of the R65LS, the spoke and hub section is made of an aluminum alloy which is injected into a rim made of a highly resistant and flexible aluminum extrusion design. The composite cast wheel seam looks like two ball joints from a cross section view. With this process of securing the-spoke to the rim, the strength of the joint…
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wheeltire-damage-36-002-77-1026r-883
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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continental-tkc-60-70-tires-36-018-83-2067-183
( Service-Informatio0n Group: 36 January Bulletin No. : TIRES 1983 36 018 83 (2067) – For U.S.A. and Canada only – RE: CONTINENTAL TIRES TKC 60 AND 70 TWIN DURO FOR BMW R80G/S Dear Dealer: After completing successful testing, we are able to approve the Continental developed “Twin Duro” tire for the RS0G/S. Front: 3.00 S 21 TKC 60 with tube D21 Rear: 4.00 S 18 TKC 70 with tube Fl8″ The recommended top speed of the s t~re·-is 180:KM/H (111 m.p.h.). ·\ We recommend, wh~n exchanging tires ,_ ;: i:o;_in· s_t:a,l:,l_;_.\1n ew tube as well·; .,:.,,,.__________ • ·- ••…
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pirelli-tires-36-016-82-2060-382
Service-Informatio&n Group: 36 March Bulletin No. : Wheels & Tires 1982 36 016 82 (2060) – For U.S.A. and Canada only – RE: PIRELLI TIRBS Dear Dealer: After extensive tests, we are now recommending and approving the use of the following type Pirelli tires on all RS0/5 – Rl00RT, with the exception of all R65s. On all 1981/82 models, wer-recommend the use of these tires only on rims up to a maximum of 2.50 inches width. Front – REar 100/90 V 19 with tube: 4.00 V 18 with tube: Mt 29 Phanton 12 A 19 SS Mt 28 Phantom 14…
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approved-wheels-&-tires-36-015-82-2059-382
\ Service-Information$ Group: 36 March Bulletin No.: Wheels & Tires 1982 36 015 82 (2059) – For U.S.A. and Canada only – RE: BMW APPROVED WHEELS AND TIRES Dear Dealer: In the last two years we have tested various tire combinations from different manufacturers, and approved them for either original equipment or replacement. From the enclosed list you will note all details. MOUNTING ADVICE: ( 1) Please note arrow indicators molded into sidewalls, but not by all manufacturers. The arrows on the sidewalls indicate not only direction of travel, but al,so indicate load capab.ilities. (a) Rear tire, arrow on top,…
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metzeler-enduro-tires-36-014-82-2058-382
Service-Informatio&n Group: 36 March Bulletin No. : Wheels & Tires 1982 36 014 82 – For U.S.A and Canada only – RE: METZLER TIRES – “ENDURO” 400-18 64R FOR R80G/S MODELS Dear Dealer: (2058) It is possible that the rear tire manufactured by Metzler and delivered to you as standard equipment, prematurely will develop cracks in the profile section of the tire. Metzler, in conjunction with BMW, has modified and tested the new, improved versions. The encl_o·~ed picture will identify the new design by the change.,.tQ;.,.t,h.e profile in the middle of the tire. Front tires, _,3;00-21 48R, have not been…
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tires-36-013-82-2044-282
Service-Information$ Group: 36 February Bulletin No. : ~iHEELS AND TIRES 1982 36 013 82 (2044) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Re: R65 / R65LS Tires 1. R65 \ Please be advised that a small number of 1981 R65’s will arrive in the United States equipped with “S” rated tires, instead of “H” rated tires, or as indicated in the Rider’s Manual and brochures. Please inspect each 1982 R65 carefully prior to delivery to your customer and advise him if the motorcycle is equipped with “Sn tires. Due to extremely high air pressure that must be used to mount…
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valve-stem-nut-36-017-83-2066-182
( Service-Informatio&n Group: 36 January Bulletin No.: TIRES 1982 36 017 83 (2066) – For U.S.A. and Canada only – RE: VALVE STEM NUT Dear Dealer: It has come to our attention that due to improper inflation of tires, it is possible the valve stem could become strained and tear from the tube. For rider safety, it is absolutely necessary that the valve stem nut be screwed up to the dust ca·p ,:i.”nd not contact the rim. Yours truly, HNics Pio””” .-n11t,:, “nri initi;:if h,:,fnr,:, filinn
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michelin-t61-tires-36-012-81-2032-681
Service-Informatio&n Group: 36 June Bulletin No. Wheels and Tires 1981 36 012 81 (2032) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Re: Michelin T 61 Tires for the BMW R80 G/S. After extensive road testing, the following tires have been approved as initial equipment on the R80 G/S: Michelin 4.00 – 18 T 61 64 R with 18 CF Tube and 3.00 – 21 T 61 48 R with 21 AB Tube. These tires have a rated top speed of 170 km/h (app. 106 mile/h). Please note that whenever a tire (outer cover) is changed, the tube should also be…
