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by drPete
Sun Aug 19, 2012 3:04 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Clutch
Replies: 12
Views: 4176

Re: Clutch

Yes, riding style and failure type. A dry-plate automotive style clutch will last for quite a while if treated properly - that is, don't do tire burnouts at Harley rallies. Particularly difficult with ABS. My 2004 R1150R clutch slave leaked and was replaced at 28,000 miles. Replace the fluid every y...
by drPete
Sun Aug 19, 2012 2:25 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: 1000 Miles on First BMW - More Random Thoughts on my R1150R
Replies: 28
Views: 8351

Re: 1000 Miles on First BMW - More Random Thoughts on my R11

Comments to your random thoughts after 102,000 on my 2004 R1150R. 1. Audible book or favorite podcast. Used to do hearing protection and recommend it, but I'm > 50 and used to sell explosives. At this stage of life I'm choosing to enjoy what's left rather that protect what I'm loosing. Flip-up full ...
by drPete
Mon May 30, 2011 4:55 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Greetings + questions
Replies: 25
Views: 7253

Re: Greetings + questions

Looks nice. Not very easy to get it up on the center stand when fully loaded. Maybe there is some trick to it, Put all your weight on the center stand lever with your foot. Wunderlich has a $150 lever to give you a grip on the triangular area needed to pull up and rock back slightly. Hardcores will ...
by drPete
Mon May 30, 2011 4:34 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Major Failure Poll
Replies: 52
Views: 15174

Re: Major Failure Poll

Sorry, late to the post. 2004 92k, clutch slave failure <30k. Nothing else but wear parts. I replace the final drive fluid more often than recommended with synthetic, it is always a bit black. No chunks on the plug magnet. I've begun to feel a bit of a surge in the ABS - left side disc heats slightl...