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by CNorris
Mon Jun 24, 2019 7:30 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Excessive Heat ?! Please Help
Replies: 36
Views: 8069

Re: Excessive Heat ?! Please Help

I'm pretty sure that's the air box temperature sensor, feeding the engine management computer info. I don't think that's your problem. You're either shockingly lean or timing is way off. Good luck with your project! What do the spark plugs look like?
by CNorris
Mon Jun 24, 2019 7:23 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Speed Bleeder/Bottoms Up
Replies: 9
Views: 3111

Re: Speed Bleeder/Bottoms Up

OP was about clutch bleeder. I just put a regular bleed screw in, BMW part (sorry, no #'s handy) to replace the factory "chunk." Then I bleed the clutch the same way I do the brakes. Personally, I gravity bleed 'em and take my time. No air, no mess, no worries. YMMV. It's not fast, but it'...
by CNorris
Sat Dec 22, 2018 5:48 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: ABS Failure
Replies: 20
Views: 12955

Re: ABS Failure

+1 on this ^. My ABS pump has been removed and the non-ABS/non-servo brakes work great. Just no ABS (besides what's built into your skillset). If you can't trust it, that's a problem. Good luck!
by CNorris
Tue May 29, 2018 10:25 am
Forum: R nineT
Topic: Back here + on a Boxer: feels like coming home
Replies: 4
Views: 3821

Re: Back here + on a Boxer: feels like coming home

I was under the impression the R9T used the old R1150R boxer engine. That's how I landed here. Love that engine. If they made a "new" bike using it, I'd like to be in on that.
by CNorris
Sat May 19, 2018 6:18 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: ABS Fluid Change and R1200GS Adventure Loan Bike
Replies: 7
Views: 2816

Re: ABS Fluid Change and R1200GS Adventure Loan Bike

Agreed, all around. It is why I do as much of my own work on the bike as possible. No one will take care of your bike like you will. Dealer mechanics don't have time to give your bike extra love, and that's fine, since it would cost a fortune. Bleeding the brakes and clutch are things I do a few tim...
by CNorris
Sat May 19, 2018 6:12 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: I return with a $2200 bike
Replies: 16
Views: 4511

Re: I return with a $2200 bike

The clutch plate is how all the torque of the engine is transferred from the engine to the trans to the rear. The clutch plate hardly (a fraction or an inch) moves at all, you engage and it really just relieves the pressure and lets the plate slip. Over the years people have come to believe that by...
by CNorris
Thu May 17, 2018 6:02 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: I return with a $2200 bike
Replies: 16
Views: 4511

Re: I return with a $2200 bike

Roger that, sir! Put 62K on a brand new '02 R1150R before the spline output shaft went south :cry: In disgust I sold it for a ZRX1200R. However, I just couldn't get that good Oilhead vibe out of my head and when this beauty showed up, I pulled the trigger. PS - Yes, I'll be doing a spline lube on th...
by CNorris
Tue May 15, 2018 7:15 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: I return with a $2200 bike
Replies: 16
Views: 4511

Re: I return with a $2200 bike

Yes, thank you - agreed! It does need a new battery. This one works, but I don't feel good about it. Man, you've been here awhile, lol, since I remember you from when I had my original black beauty (paid full retail :shock: ). I am loving this bike.
by CNorris
Tue May 15, 2018 11:41 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Let the games begin!
Replies: 17
Views: 4476

Re: Let the games begin!

Excellent advice - will do.
by CNorris
Tue May 15, 2018 11:40 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: I return with a $2200 bike
Replies: 16
Views: 4511

Re: I return with a $2200 bike

Dunlop Sportmax with about 70% tread left. Yeah. SMH. I think I "stole" one here. Let's see how she sits after another 10K/end of season on her.
by CNorris
Tue May 15, 2018 10:25 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: I return with a $2200 bike
Replies: 16
Views: 4511

I return with a $2200 bike

When a lightly used '02 R1150R appeared in the local Craigslist, at $2200, I knew I had to go look. I was not looking for another Oilhead, or bike in general, since I already own a 1985 R80 mono that I like a lot. Plus, I really don't have the money (I've got 2 teenage daughters...) I showed my wife...
by CNorris
Tue May 15, 2018 10:05 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Back in the saddle
Replies: 19
Views: 5080

Re: Back in the saddle

Agreed, all around. Undervalued and under appreciated. *Except by those who know. I am loving this bike. When I found out that the City Cases the bike came with retail for $388 EACH (!), I knew I got a great deal. The bike is bone stock. I gave it a "canister-ectomy" yesterday (removed cha...
by CNorris
Tue May 15, 2018 9:49 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Let the games begin!
Replies: 17
Views: 4476

Re: Let the games begin!

*Following. Literally in the same situation. I do most of my own work but I'd really hate to bung this up and have that site glass bounce off my left boot while I'm rolling down the road. Hmmmmm.
by CNorris
Sun May 13, 2018 6:24 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Back in the saddle
Replies: 19
Views: 5080

Re: Back in the saddle

Similar story here, Photoguy. Bought an '02 R1150R in 2002, new, and put 68K on it before the dreaded output spline failure hit in 2008. Sold it in disgust, got a ZRX1200R (whew, no regrets there!), but that bike encouraged me to do bad things, fast, so I sold it for an R80 mono Airhead, which I sti...
by CNorris
Sun May 06, 2018 5:05 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Servo brakes=ABS
Replies: 1
Views: 1497

Re: Servo brakes=ABS

That is correct. No "power" brakes as on the iABS system, just regular, reliable hydraulic brakes, which work fine.
by CNorris
Wed May 18, 2011 3:14 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Rear Swinging Arm Bearing
Replies: 20
Views: 5445

Re: Rear Swinging Arm Bearing

When mine developed some play, I put in the Rubber Chicken Racing (yes, that's what it's called) bushing, which is a much better design AND less expensive than the fragile OEM parts. It made a difference in handling.
by CNorris
Wed May 18, 2011 3:11 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Major Failure Poll
Replies: 52
Views: 12209

Re: Major Failure Poll

My '02 R1150R with 63K on it suffered spline failure, for what it's worth. My thread is back in July, I believe. I now ride a Kawasaki ZRX1200R and have no regrets. I loved the R and got good use out of it but I am a bit disappointed, to be honest. If you're one of the lucky ones, good for you! If n...
by CNorris
Tue Feb 15, 2011 6:41 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Repairing scuffs to panniers
Replies: 4
Views: 1757

Re: Repairing scuffs to panniers

I was told by an old-timer, "That's what they make stickers for." It's worked well for me...
by CNorris
Sat Feb 12, 2011 6:47 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Y pipe for 2004 R1150R
Replies: 20
Views: 5101

Re: Y pipe for 2004 R1150R

I have one of these Y-pipes I'm willing to sell, from my '02 R1150R, and one for an R1150RT (it's a single pipe). It drops a lot of weight off the bike and it runs cooler. My bike ran great with that, a K&N, Techlusion, and Two Brothers pipe.
by CNorris
Tue Aug 03, 2010 4:40 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Any truth to "improved" style of oem rear swingarm bearings?
Replies: 2
Views: 1118

Re: Any truth to "improved" style of oem rear swingarm bearings?

I put the bushing kit in myself, figuring I only wanted to do this once and it looks like a significant upgrade. The old bearings were in very bad condition when they came out. I can't remember the price difference though. I got it from Rubber Chicken Racing.