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battery-warranty-claims-11-79-12ns-1179
SERVICE SERVICE BULLETIN ll-79-12NS M ~ BUTLER & SMITH, INC. NORWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07648 COMPTON. CALIFORNIA 90224 BATTERYW ARRANTPYR ORATIONS CHEDULE Effective: 3-1-79 Supercedes Bulletin 5-79-SNS Group 61 – Electrics Dear Dealer: Below is the current reimbursement schedule for all battery warranty claims. Note that free replacement is provided only in the first month of service. All batteries must be returned to Butler & Smith, Inc., clean and drained of acid and wrapped in a plastic bag, to be considered for warranty, with a completed warranty claim form signed by the customer. Documentation of date of sale must also be…
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defeating-steady-state-light-61-004-79-1080r-1079
Service-Information BMWM OTOR.RADG MBH Motorcycles: R 65-R 100 RS Munich, Oct. ’79 Technical Group: General Electrics 61 ooi 79t~~~1~; – For U.S.A~ and Canada Only – Subject: Switching Off the Steady State Light On Dear Dealer, For the last two years we were required, for safety conspicui~y reasons, to have a steady state headlight-on as soon as the engine has started. For those customers who are wishing to turn the headlight off during daylight operation and who do not live in the following states: Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana,_ Maine, Minnesota, Montana, New York, North Ca,rolina, o~egon, South Carolina,…
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switch-defects-61-003-79-1074r-779
( Service-Information $ BMW MOTORRAD GMBH Motorcycle-R 65-R 100 RT Munich, July .1 79 Service Technical RM-K-11 fa Group: Electric 61 OG 3/79( 1074R – For the U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Possible Defects of the Electric Handlebar-Mounted Switches Dear Dealer, In case of problems, hanging up or non-operation of handlebarswitches, such as: directionals, starter, horn, lights, engine cut-off button, the entire unit must be exchanged. Repairs falling under the standard warranty, the entire unit should be claimed using the following labor reimbursement rates: R 65 4 FRU R 80/7 – R 100 T 6 FRU • R 100…
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battery-warranty-prorate-5-79-5ns-579
SERVICE SERVICE BULLETIN 5-79-2NS BUTLER & SMITH, INC. NORWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07648 COMPTON. CALIFORNIA 90224 BATTERYW ARRANTPYR ORATIONSC HEDULE Effective: 3-1-79 Group 61 – Electrics Dear Dealer: Below is the currect reimbursement schedule for all battery warranty claims. Note that free replacement is provided only in the first month of service. All batteries must be returned to Butler & Smith.Inc., clean and drained of acid and wrapped in a plastic bag, to be considered for warranty, with a completed warranty claim-form signed by the customer. Documentation of date of sale must also be attached, i.e. sales receipt or repair order,…
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wiring-diagram-availability-2-79-3ns-279
SERVICE SERVICE BULLETIN 2-79-3-NS BUTLER & SMITH, INC. NORWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07648 COMPTON, CALIFORNIA 90224 ELECTRICALW IRINGD IAGRAMS GROUP: 61 – Electrics Dear Dealer: In response to requests from you, our dealers, we have prepared a comprehensive set of BMW wiring diagrams for your use. Enclosed you will find a complete package containing the following diagrams: RS0/2 – R69S U.S. 1961 – 1969 6 Volt Only RS0/5 – R75/5 1970 – 1972 Without Fuses R50/5 – R75/5 Late 1972 – 1973 With Fuses R60/6 – R90S 1974 Only R60/6 – R90S 1975 – 1976 Only R60/7 – RlOOS 1977 Only…
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starterhorn-relay-61-002-77-1035r-977
( ( BMW MOTORRAD GMBH Motorcycle R60/7 – Rl00RS Munich, Sept.77 Service ‘1 echnic R-VK-12 DA-ST Ceneral Electric 61 002 77( 1035R) For U.S.A. and Canada only Subject: Starter and Horn Relay. Dear Dealer, Exchanging or switching both identical looking relays could result in discharging the battery even if the ignition switch is shut off. Please note the identification and Part No. Starter Relay, Part No. 61 31 1 243 207 (Bosch No. 0 332 014 118) Horn Relay, Part No. 61 31 1 354 393 (Bosch No. 1 332 014 406) Bosch numbers are stamped on the relay covers.…
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hazard-warning-flasher-61-001-77-1010r-177
Service-Information Service R-VK-1 Technical i Motorcycles R60/6-R90 S Munich, Jan ’77 Les/pu/fm l Technical ]61 001 77( 1010R)e – __________________G_r_o_u_p_: General Electric Syst. Domestic and Abroad SUBJECT: Hazard Warning Flashers We are offering now for our /6 motorcycles a hazard warning flasher system as an attachment, Part No. 61 31 1 243 077 in order to give riders an opportunity to make their motorcycld safer in road traffic and to warn other road users in case of breakdown. Below please find an installation instruction (wiring diagram enclosed} according.to which the system can be correctly installed (against charge). 1. Remove fuel…
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brake-light-switch-recall-61-020-89-2343-289
Service-InformationM otorcycle BMW NA Service Department Group: 61 Electrics Brake Light Switch Recall Infonnation: Important Notice: This Service Information is being sent to all dealers· in advance of customer or press notification. We are targeting April for official customer notification by mailing a letter describing the defect to each customer whose motorcycle is in the affected range. A detailed Service Information is being drafted now to explain the necessary parts and modifications n,eeded for each dealer to perform this Recall. • Prior to the Rec a li announcement, you will be sent a list of affected new motorcycles in your…
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quartz-bulbs-173-058m-273
Technical Service I otorcycles Munich, Feb ’73 vs-201 kl/LP/ fm l 50/5, 60/5, 75/5 < roup: Electrics Ref: Quartz-iodine headlamp for our /5 models Dear Sirs, Upon request (quoting the code number 56.l); our motorcycles can be supplied with a H4 quartz-iodine headlamp at an extra charge. This headlamp gives an increase of approx. 70% in the light yield. The headlamp, which was developed in cooperation with Messrs. Bosch, has been provided with a diffusing ~o. lens especially designed.for the motorcycle and ensuring better illumination of the road ahead. 1/73 (058 M) e If you wish to fit a quartz-iodine…
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accessory-socket-fuse-61-016-88-2301-488
Service-InformationM otorcycle BMW NA Service Department Group: 61 General Electrics Apri 1 , 1988 61 016 88 ( 2301) For USA Only Accessory Socket Fuse – RlOORaSn d RlOORMT odels Problem: Remedy: Warranty: Warranty Claim: Very truly yours, No electrical current (12 volts) at the accessory socket ( BMWB attery Charger does not charge through the socket). The fuse holder on some models was assembled incorrectly. The small spring which tensions the lug into the fuse was installed 0n the wrong side of the wire lug. This restricts the flow of current throu9h the fuse holder assembly by making a…
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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.

