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- Wed Jan 03, 2007 5:06 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Pulling vacuum hoses - any tips?
- Replies: 16
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They make pliers to pull the hoses, but you don't want to pay for them. Try a pick like one of these http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/OBJECTS/42400/42382.JPG to loosen the hose then it should come off easily. Just put a little silicon greese on the pick and work it under the hose, while gently pulling...
- Wed Jan 03, 2007 4:47 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: "Renewing" weathered system cases?
- Replies: 17
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I tried Armor All on my system cases. After a while they started to get gray streaks on them. http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a238/BChrisL/leatherdressing.jpg I have been using this dressing on my leather for some time. I saw another BMW owner applying WD 40 to his cases and I thought of using thi...
- Tue Jan 02, 2007 2:45 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: used R1150 : 2001 or 2003
- Replies: 21
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Re: used R1150 : 2001 or 2003
Hello everybody, I am new to BMW motorcycles. Until now I have had Kawasaki and Honda bikes. The last one was a 2001 VFR which has been totaled by a left turning car. I would like to buy an R1150R and I need your advices to choose between these 2 bikes : R1150R (2001), ABS, 39000km/24200mi, blue, a...
- Tue Jan 02, 2007 2:38 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Keeping that battery charged over winter
- Replies: 11
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Re: Keeping that battery charged over winter
I have a 2003 1150R which is not my primary vehicle. How do I keep the battery charged over winter? I have a trickle charger. The user manual doesn't say anything about where the battery is located. My R65LS has a built in connector for a trickle charger (probably an aftermarket addition). Does the...