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Forum: GS Boxers 05-15-2013, 09:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,178
Posted By JetSpeed
I recently purchased the BMW LED taillight for my...

I recently purchased the BMW LED taillight for my 05 as well, the local dealer had never done the Incandescent to LED update, but was willing to try, once they plugged into the bikes ZFE and reviewed...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-14-2013, 04:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 486
Posted By JetSpeed
Dammit! I was hoping to see a video of a rear...

Dammit! I was hoping to see a video of a rear drive coming apart like an iPhone in the blender.............tease.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-14-2013, 04:20 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 7,672
Posted By JetSpeed
Bunch of insensitive sunsabitches on this forum! ...

Bunch of insensitive sunsabitches on this forum!
This poor chap has had his whole experience ruined and all we can do is poke fun and say nasty shit about it.
If I were Meter Man I tell you, I...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-13-2013, 05:43 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 7,672
Posted By JetSpeed
That's a no shit. And the coil wouldn't be full...

That's a no shit.
And the coil wouldn't be full of oil because of it either, I'm not sure who's bullshitting who on this.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-13-2013, 04:28 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 7,672
Posted By JetSpeed
So the problem has nothing to do with the stupid...

So the problem has nothing to do with the stupid little oil leak after all.

Repairing the bike for no charge would be considered a normal and prudent remedy to the problem, refunding your money is...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-13-2013, 04:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 741
Posted By JetSpeed
I couldn't tell you with 100% certainty, a couple...

I couldn't tell you with 100% certainty, a couple 2 or 3 years ago I had it in the shop and the advisor told me that they did several updates but didn't get specific.
Do have any idea what the brake...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-09-2013, 01:28 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 741
Posted By JetSpeed
My 05 (also built in 04) has done the exact same...

My 05 (also built in 04) has done the exact same thing, red triangle lights up and stays lit after hard braking until the bike is restarted, everything else appeared to operate correctly and the ABS...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-24-2013, 12:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 458
Posted By JetSpeed
The valve lash adj screw is part #11337698275 and...

The valve lash adj screw is part #11337698275 and simply unscrews, super easy to replace.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-23-2013, 07:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 467
Posted By JetSpeed
I always pull the coil off the plug without...

I always pull the coil off the plug without disconnecting the wire first, I use the right tool and its easy, the one time I tried to release the wire the damn clip broke,
I used a small zip-tie...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-12-2013, 11:55 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,311
Posted By JetSpeed
Uh... OK, I reread exactly what you wrote and I...

Uh... OK, I reread exactly what you wrote and I can't find that part.
In my owners manual BMW's prescribed method is to: "Check oil level with motorcycle upright and level" I wouldn't think that to...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-12-2013, 07:18 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,311
Posted By JetSpeed
My bike may be way different than yours but I...

My bike may be way different than yours but I check the oil level with it on the CENTERSTAND.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-11-2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 551
Posted By JetSpeed
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=60...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=607596
Forum: Equipment 03-11-2013, 06:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 590
Posted By JetSpeed
Yeah but if you already have a great headlight...

Yeah but if you already have a great headlight and LED brake and signal lamps than a TPMS might be a neat gadget, I like the system on my truck, most of us are made of money.

Here's a good...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-11-2013, 05:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,560
Posted By JetSpeed
The plastic key should last hundreds of uses if...

The plastic key should last hundreds of uses if you're careful with it.
Also, you can order a new key from the local BMW dealer for about $59, they FedEx all keys in and you would have it in a day...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-11-2013, 09:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 722
Posted By JetSpeed
Question Where's the bike? Let's hear the details. ...

Where's the bike?
Let's hear the details.
Let's see some photos.
And how much do you want for the damn thing?

People on this forum buy wrecked ones and fixer-up-ers all the time.

But you...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-11-2013, 09:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 593
Posted By JetSpeed
The above statement is true and is basically the...

The above statement is true and is basically the end of the thread, if they're all 50 state bikes then they're all the same, meaning that there is no extra California emissions and also no need for...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-11-2013, 09:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 661
Posted By JetSpeed
You won't get a light if just the rear wheel...

You won't get a light if just the rear wheel circuit is low, the red triangle and brake failure lamp will flash alternately if the fluid in the ABS module is low.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-10-2013, 07:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 661
Posted By JetSpeed
It looks like the rear brake line you need is BMW...

It looks like the rear brake line you need is BMW part # 34 32 7 673 646
all 04-06 R1200GS take this part.
The new part is around $60 + shipping, if it were me I would spring for this, as apposed...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-09-2013, 04:10 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,930
Posted By JetSpeed
Wow. This guy gave up faster than a French tank...

Wow. This guy gave up faster than a French tank commander.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-09-2013, 02:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 593
Posted By JetSpeed
I'm fairly certain that the CA emission R1200GS...

I'm fairly certain that the CA emission R1200GS is exactly the same as the Fed spec with the possible exception of some slight differences in the engine software.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-07-2013, 03:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 419
Posted By JetSpeed
I have the Trekker 46N and two 36N's. I am...

I have the Trekker 46N and two 36N's.
I am considering the 52N for the same reason as you are and would have no reservation regarding it, both the Maxia and Trekker are plastic but the Trekker...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-07-2013, 02:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 439
Posted By JetSpeed
Normally the forces used to torque and seal a...

Normally the forces used to torque and seal a case must be uniform, for this reason (and looking at the parts fiche) I would be extremely surprised if the center-stand mount provided any necessary...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-07-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 439
Posted By JetSpeed
Breaking the pivot bolt has been fairly common on...

Breaking the pivot bolt has been fairly common on the R1200GS's, many people beleive that riding the bike off the stand (which I have never done) is what causes the break, but after having several of...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-07-2013, 07:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 439
Posted By JetSpeed
I've busted the old center stand bolts, that had...

I've busted the old center stand bolts, that had a flat head and looked to be stainless, and I've broke the new bolts that have a rounded head and look Cadmium plated.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-05-2013, 07:25 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,930
Posted By JetSpeed
Isn't this parking lot where the term "Oh Snap!"...

Isn't this parking lot where the term "Oh Snap!" was coined?

Guess he'll be mopping up that fork oil with his dew rag in a millisecond or so.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-03-2013, 12:07 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,930
Posted By JetSpeed
The answer for me is to look ahead, watch where...

The answer for me is to look ahead, watch where the hell I'm going, and if I think its going to fuck up my shit I avoid it.

Although, there is nothing more fun to watch than some half out of...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-03-2013, 11:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 884
Posted By JetSpeed
Take the failure prone Evap system off and leave...

Take the failure prone Evap system off and leave it off, I did and I can't wait for some of that global warming (that everyone's been talking about) to hit the East Coast.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-03-2013, 07:34 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,912
Posted By JetSpeed
Thumb I ordered the kit and two flange clamps and got...

I ordered the kit and two flange clamps and got around to replacing the QD's last week, the stock tank and pump flanges looked good still no visible cracks, one of the stock plastic male QD fittings...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-02-2013, 10:45 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,930
Posted By JetSpeed
Comprehensive insurance will cover the bike even...

Comprehensive insurance will cover the bike even if off-road, provided he was not entered in a sanctioned racing event, just like your car would still be covered even if you are driving on a dirt...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-19-2013, 07:29 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,006
Posted By JetSpeed
Pretty much a +1. I recommend three large...

Pretty much a +1.

I recommend three large cases, if you pack for camping get the smallest and lightest gear you can find and don't bring anything that you might not need, I've seen (and been with)...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-19-2013, 07:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,267
Posted By JetSpeed
I figured since I answered your question this...

I figured since I answered your question this thread is on the downhill slide.

But if you're changing the oil in your bike just once a year, you may want to consider trading it in on a Hoveround :D
Forum: GS Boxers 02-19-2013, 02:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,267
Posted By JetSpeed
Interesting. I'm not 100% sure what the...

Interesting.
I'm not 100% sure what the nominee process was back when you received your appointment but for at least the past 30 years the medical and physical readiness qualifications to enter the...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-19-2013, 08:30 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,267
Posted By JetSpeed
Thumb A T-38 is a pretty serious machine, there has got...

A T-38 is a pretty serious machine, there has got to be an interesting story behind your ride in that aircraft.
Forum: GS Boxers 02-19-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,267
Posted By JetSpeed
You're dating yourself. I spent most of my duty...

You're dating yourself.
I spent most of my duty on the west coast and Asia in VF squadrons, with the exception of training and a one year detachment at NAS Oceana.
Forum: GS Boxers 02-18-2013, 11:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,267
Posted By JetSpeed
I was just answering the question being asked,...

I was just answering the question being asked, the subject was "Wix".
Forum: GS Boxers 02-18-2013, 08:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,267
Posted By JetSpeed
Wix is a brand name and generally regarded as one...

Wix is a brand name and generally regarded as one of the highest quality oil filters on the market in the U.S.

The Wix 57936 is the correct filter for your 95GS
Forum: GS Boxers 02-18-2013, 08:21 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,268
Posted By JetSpeed
+1 the Michelin Pilot Road 3 is a long wearing...

+1 the Michelin Pilot Road 3 is a long wearing tire, the "Trail" version is also a great tire and wears very well.
Forum: GS Boxers 02-18-2013, 08:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,571
Posted By JetSpeed
You're talking about the "Supplemental Brake...

You're talking about the "Supplemental Brake Light".
At $170 with the wire harness its pricey, but works great.
As for an additional "supplemental" brake light there are dozens of other options...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-16-2013, 09:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 378
Posted By JetSpeed
So was I, when I disassembled my cluster, I was...

So was I, when I disassembled my cluster, I was expecting 194 bulbs not the tiny LED's.
Forum: GS Boxers 02-16-2013, 04:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,571
Posted By JetSpeed
The BMW LED tail lamp assembly is the same exact...

The BMW LED tail lamp assembly is the same exact unit that you already have on your bike (assuming its a 2012 model) the kit is designed for the 4-07 models..
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