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by windy
Tue Nov 13, 2018 12:22 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Anybody extended their front fender?
Replies: 9
Views: 3951

Re: Anybody extended their front fender?

Yes . The R1150R front fender is a two piece design. front(beak) and rear. The rear section from a R1150RT will extend the rear section of the front fender.
by windy
Tue Oct 10, 2017 10:06 am
Forum: R1250R + RS (2015+)
Topic: Lee Parks DeerSports PCi Gloves Review
Replies: 1
Views: 4046

Re: Lee Parks DeerSports PCi Gloves Review

It does not show youtube .
by windy
Tue Aug 08, 2017 7:42 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: What octane gas do you put in?
Replies: 13
Views: 4118

Re: What octane gas do you put in?

My 04 R1150R has a sticker on the fuel cap that recomends 89 octane
by windy
Wed Jun 28, 2017 10:10 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: All in one biking boots: tall sole, weatherproof, no laces, and work appropriate
Replies: 22
Views: 5800

Re: All in one biking boots: tall sole, weatherproof, no laces, and work appropriate

Try Cruiserworks boots; they are weatherproof , light ,comfortable wellington (pullon) type boot . I've been wearing mine since 2002 . They are resoleable .
by windy
Mon May 01, 2017 4:33 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Tailgate support while loading a bike
Replies: 6
Views: 1870

Re: Tailgate support while loading a bike

Hertz rents motorcycle trailers . bring your truck to them and they will tell you if it will work . It sounds like the ball is mounted directly to the rear bumper . Was that a BMW dealer that told you that . How close are you to Bob's BMW ? Try them for advise .
by windy
Mon May 01, 2017 10:59 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Tailgate support while loading a bike
Replies: 6
Views: 1870

Re: Tailgate support while loading a bike

Your tailgate will probably bend before the cables break . Hauling the motorcycle diagonaly is dangerous at best a disaster at worst. Borrow ,rent or buy a trailer . I'm a retired professional driver that has hauled everything from motorcycles , furniture , heavy equipment , lumber , to cattle and h...
by windy
Sun Apr 23, 2017 11:40 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Harley advantages over BMW, any?
Replies: 30
Views: 5502

Re: Harley advantages over BMW, any?

I'm an old fart as well , and it is not true . I currently own and ride a BMW R1150R ,and a Harley Davidson FLHTP . I like them both and they are different and similar at the same time . I don't ride to impress any one , I ride because I love to . I ride daily(not in rain or snow) and a typical day ...
by windy
Tue Apr 18, 2017 5:21 pm
Forum: R1150R Rockster
Topic: Is $400 for a brake flush an honest fee?
Replies: 9
Views: 3787

Re: Is $400 for a brake flush an honest fee?

If your bike has servo ABS ,doing the fluid change is not the big deal , but clearing the fault codes is . Nine years ago BMW of Atlanta charged me $250.00 .
by windy
Wed Feb 22, 2017 11:30 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: "Training wheels" to tow a motorcycle?
Replies: 6
Views: 1757

Re: "Training wheels" to tow a motorcycle?

Give this idea up ! At best it's unsafe .
by windy
Wed Jan 11, 2017 10:31 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Harley advantages over BMW, any?
Replies: 30
Views: 5502

Re: Harley advantages over BMW, any?

Yes , I do own a Harley Davidson FLHTP ( Police motorcycle) . I also own a 2004 R1150R . The Harley is more comfortable and handles well , not as well as the BMW , but for long distance it's more enjoyable for me .
by windy
Tue Dec 20, 2016 4:11 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Unavoidable puddle -> leg soaked
Replies: 8
Views: 2324

Re: Unavoidable puddle -> leg soaked

Try rain trousers . British Motor cycle Gear carries a pair called E Z on trousers . When I bought mine they were made by Belstaff , but now by BMG . They are waterproof overpants ,with zippers from the ankle to mid thigh easy on and off ,with armor and water proof .
by windy
Thu Dec 15, 2016 4:47 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Left nut hurts & sweating on one side after evening rides
Replies: 19
Views: 4463

Re: Left nut hurts & sweating on one side after evening rides

Go see a Groinocoligist . Archie Bunker
by windy
Mon Sep 19, 2016 8:47 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Any garment to keep sweat away from your jacket?
Replies: 17
Views: 3015

Re: Any garment to keep sweat away from your jacket?

Try a Joe Rocket mesh jacket . Yes you'll need two jackets .Joe Rocket has one to match your bikes color. If they work in Florida , they'll work every where. :D
by windy
Thu Sep 08, 2016 5:45 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: When is it time to practice taking a passenger in an empty l
Replies: 25
Views: 4433

Re: When is it time to practice taking a passenger in an emp

You seem to be an apprehensive rider. Do not carry a passenger !
by windy
Fri Aug 26, 2016 11:25 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: What is the "high low spring preload adjustment" dial/cap
Replies: 5
Views: 1982

Re: What is the "high low spring preload adjustment" dial/ca

It's no longer April Fools day ! It is fir adjusting spring preload on the shock. The center is for standard load high is heavier , low is lighter. If you weigh 97 lbs. and have no luggage or passengers set it on low ,if you weigh 250 lbs. have full bags(22lbs.) and a 110 lb. passenger set it on hig...
by windy
Fri Aug 12, 2016 8:37 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Wind noise
Replies: 7
Views: 1919

Re: Wind noise

Is the HJC CL17 a 3/4 helmet with a screen ? They are noisy . Try a HJC full helmet that should be alot better ,with ear plugs .
by windy
Sat Apr 02, 2016 10:28 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Trying to come back!
Replies: 11
Views: 2838

Re: Trying to come back!

They seem narrower because the seat is thinner and narrower. I tried one with a comfort seat(about $400.00 more) and that's what I'd like ,but I have a 34" inseam. All the r1200R's I've seen have keyless ign. and to many electric extras for me(heated seat &grips OK) the rest they can keep .
by windy
Sat Mar 26, 2016 6:55 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Want a new front fender. Any suggestions?
Replies: 25
Views: 7121

Re: Want a new front fender. Any suggestions?

The front part of the front fender can be swapped for a front K1200 RS or GT. your stock rear part of the front fender will work with it , or you can use the rear part of a K1200 LT front fender ( it's about 4" longer , less grime on the engine ) :)
by windy
Fri Jan 22, 2016 10:56 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Fuel stabilizer
Replies: 7
Views: 2322

Re: Fuel stabilizer

My BMW dealer recomends K100 fuel stabilizer. I went to there web site (K100) and watched some videos and I am impressed. That's what I'm going to use . Thanks for y'alls input.
by windy
Wed Jan 13, 2016 10:36 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Fuel stabilizer
Replies: 7
Views: 2322

Fuel stabilizer

I've talked with quite a few riding buddies about fuel stabilizer and have gotten as many recomendations as warnings . In the past I've ridden year 'round , but I'm going to undergo total shoulder surgery and I'll be off the riding list for up to six months . I use non ethanol fuel , but I think a f...