Dropped the Rockster

[dutchbikes]

Can anyone tell me where to find a used left cylinder blue magnesium cover? I looked on ebay and look on Beemerboneyard to no avail. I do not want to buy new. I also need a left plastic engine guard....I still can not believe I drop this bike again!!!

Thanks!

[Lion_Lady]

You'll just have to be patient. That's the trade off when searching for a particular used part. If you want that right now, call your dealer.

Email beemerboneyard that you're looking for a cylinder head cover - you'll then get word if/when one comes in. Another possible source would be the marketplace at ibmwr.org (internet bmw riders). For now, you're stuck waiting. Good luck.

P

[sweatmark]

This topic made me curious. From MAX BMW fiche:

01 11127672587 CYLINDER HEAD COVER DOUBLE-IGNITION,LEFT - FERRO 1.57 1 $176.88
01 11127672588 CYLINDER HEAD COVER DOUBLE-IGNITION,RIG. - FERRO 1.57 1 $168.92

That's relatively cheap for a new BMW part. You'll be waiting a while for a good unblemished used item... perhaps a new replacement?

Time is money.

[steelerman88]

Funny how the left cover is $8 more .....umm why?

[NoRRmad]

They have to turn a right-side cover inside out.

[sweatmark]

Funny how the left cover is $8 more .....umm why?

First thought was BMW revenue generation, as probably of left-side tipovers is greater due to the side stand lean.

But on second thought, the left side valve cover includes the oil fill port, which requires additional machining...

[dutchbikes]

Thanks to all. I may have to pick up a new one.

Best regards
Dutch

[rusoraddict]

Hi there,


I managed to damage both ears left & right, by performing 1 highsider.
And of course no head protection on cilinder heads mounted..

Found both left & right 2nd hand hats, in perfect condition and good price, at siebenrock in Germany.
Maybe give them a call.

Good luck!

rusoraddict

[omg1010]

Yes, Germany is a good source for used parts. If the heads have only scratches it might be cheaper to use sandpaper and fill the scratches and get them repainted (or powder-coated).

Best regards
Oliver