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painting-saddlebags-71-003-83-2070-283
( Service-Informatio&n Group 71 February Bulletin No. : ACCESSORIES 1983 71 003 83 (2070) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – RE: BMW Touring Pannier Cases Already Fitted to BMW Motorcycles at the Factory Dear Dealer: Customers can now paint the BMW Touring Pannier Cases in order to match their BMW motorcycle. Prior to this, the reflector and the BMW emblem, which were already installed with adhesive, had to be removed again to respray the panniers. To avoid any risk of damage, the emblem inserts will in the future be retained by an adhesive tape only on the production line.…
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heated-grips-retrofit-71-002-80-2024-580
Service-Informatio&n Group 71 Accessories May 1980 Bulletin No. : 71 002 80(2024} – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Heated Handlebar Grips May we introduce to you a new item in our accessory line-up: The heated handlebar grip kits are available for: R 75/6 – R 90 S R 60/7 – R 100 s R 65 – R 100 S R 100 RT R 100 RS In order to install instructions below. Please route and initial before filing 1975 and up 1978 61 31 1 239 474 1979 and up 1979 and up 61 31 1 239 475 All…
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trouble-light-71-001-80-2014-280
( ( ( Service-Informatio&n Group 71 February Bulletin No.: Accessories 1980 71 001 80(2014) – For U.S.A. and Canada Only – Subject: Special Accessory Item – ~ Mlltipurpose Light, Part No. 72 60 1 239 446 Some operating faults have occurred from time to time when this :multipurpose light is in use, with the result that the manufacturers have now improved the connector plug. In the event of a complaint that the :multipurpose light does not operate properly when plugged into the socket on the motorcycle, replace the complete connecting cable by an improved version: Part No. 72 60 1…
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system-i-ii-helmets-71-004-88-2278-388
( ( Service-Information Motorcycle BMW NA Service Department Group: 71 Accessories March, 1988 71 004 88 ( 2278) For USA Only System I and II Helmets Problem: Remedy: Locks, Latches and Pivots: System II Helmet: Very truly yours, We noticed that the edge molding on BMWSy stem I and II Helmets may become loose, causing the painted surface at the molding to crack. With a slight pressure, pull downward on the molding to expose approximately a 3 – 5 11111 gap under the molding. Using a Cyanoacrylate glue (Super Glue), run a thin line along the exposed area. Release the…
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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.

