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by rookie
Tue Oct 18, 2011 2:08 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Throttle Body Sync Questions
Replies: 8
Views: 3401

Re: Throttle Body Sync Questions

Here's how I did it: Used a small diameter transparent tube that fits snug over the TB nipples :roll: Use a long enough piece (about 3 meters or 9-10 feet). Put about 1 meter length of water in it. Pinch the tube closed then start the motor. Slowly release the tube and then do the sync (right side o...
by rookie
Wed Oct 05, 2011 1:56 pm
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: First gear selection
Replies: 12
Views: 3194

Re: First gear selection

Hi Has anyone else found it difficult to select first gear when the engine is cold? I have a 2011 with about 3500 miles on the clock and have found it nearly impossable to engage first gear when cold. This has only been the case for the last 1000 miles and even rocking the bike back and forth does ...
by rookie
Sun Oct 02, 2011 10:58 am
Forum: R1200R (2006-2014)
Topic: Singer Sewing Machine
Replies: 0
Views: 1357

Singer Sewing Machine

Well, so I decided to do a valve adjustment and throttle body sync, and you guys weren't joking when you said it would surprise me to see how smooth a boxer can run. Well, now it truly feels like I'm driving a sewing machine. She hums like a bee. Thanks to those who post technicals. Regards from Sou...