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Forum: Thumpers 05-21-2013, 12:06 PM
Replies: 2,805
Views: 407,102
Posted By The Jester
Link fixed. £35 plus postage will do me. Please...

Link fixed. £35 plus postage will do me. Please PM
Forum: Thumpers 05-21-2013, 12:04 PM
Replies: 2,541
Views: 322,845
Posted By The Jester
Link sorted. It is not the same as the current...

Link sorted. It is not the same as the current sheffelmeier part. £35 plus shipping will do me.
Forum: Thumpers 05-21-2013, 11:57 AM
Replies: 2,541
Views: 322,845
Posted By The Jester
There is a drain hole which leads to a space...

There is a drain hole which leads to a space between the 2 seals on the water pump shaft. Lots of info on the chaingang website.
Forum: Thumpers 05-20-2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 2,805
Views: 407,102
Posted By The Jester
case saver

Having sold my x challenge, I have a case saver for sale. Have a look on www.twalcom.com (http://www.twalcom.com/home.php) for an example, although mine was made by sheffelmeier and does not have...
Forum: Thumpers 05-20-2013, 12:57 PM
Replies: 2,541
Views: 322,845
Posted By The Jester
Case saver

Having sold my x challenge, I have a case saver for sale. Have a look on www.twalcom.com (http://www.twalcom.com/home.php) for an example, although mine was made by sheffelmeier and does not have...
Forum: Thumpers 05-14-2013, 12:20 PM
Replies: 5,348
Views: 981,854
Posted By The Jester
Touratech sell a replacement but it is no...

Touratech sell a replacement but it is no cheaper.

You can take the cap apart: Put it upside down on a bench, push the inner piece down against the spring and slide out the retaining pin. This...
Forum: Thumpers 05-13-2013, 01:49 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
You just reminded me. As well as the TT...

You just reminded me.

As well as the TT tank and Scheffelmeier case saver I have advertised in the flea market, I also have a 10% oversize injector in the shed. PM an offer if you can use it.
Forum: Europe 05-09-2013, 10:56 PM
Replies: 682
Views: 140,076
Posted By The Jester
X Challenge bits for sale

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=21374249#post21374249

Bits in UK, ad over in main flea market section.

TT tank

Spare wheels

sheffelmeier sprocket guard
Forum: Thumpers 05-08-2013, 11:48 AM
Replies: 5,348
Views: 981,854
Posted By The Jester
heads up

Just a heads up for those with the TT tank. Mine blew one of the main fuses the other week. I tracked it down to the rear right mounting bolt for the tank. It was making contact with the loom...
Forum: Thumpers 05-07-2013, 10:57 PM
Replies: 5,348
Views: 981,854
Posted By The Jester
Bits for sale

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=885405
Forum: Thumpers 04-15-2013, 11:11 AM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Engine is an update of f650gs single. I'm...

Engine is an update of f650gs single.

I'm year round dual-carriageway commuting on mine at the moment- 100 miles a day.

45k miles
beyond oil regular oil and filters, wheel bearings, brake...
Forum: Thumpers 04-13-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 302
Posted By The Jester
There is a known issue with the clutch described...

There is a known issue with the clutch described here (http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=280694) however, since you have removed the clutch cover it seems that this is not the problem on...
Forum: Thumpers 04-08-2013, 02:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,183
Posted By The Jester
A hardtail custom? :lol3

A hardtail custom? :lol3
Forum: Thumpers 04-03-2013, 01:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,983
Posted By The Jester
Correct. wheels F&R 6004, Cush hub 6005

Correct. wheels F&R 6004, Cush hub 6005
Forum: Thumpers 04-01-2013, 11:35 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
EBC rotor does work but you need to order the...

EBC rotor does work but you need to order the correct one. The disc listed for the Xco is the same as the f650gs which is incorrect. The disc listed for the Xchallenge fits
Forum: Thumpers 03-31-2013, 11:39 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Try EBC brake discs, reference number MD810C. ...

Try EBC brake discs, reference number MD810C.

Made in UK. Not sure if they export, would have thought so, but I can help if they don't. I have EBC discs front and rear. They fit properly and run...
Forum: Thumpers 03-21-2013, 01:25 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Ditch the stock hose clip and go with a...

Ditch the stock hose clip and go with a traditional jubilee clamp.
Forum: Thumpers 03-18-2013, 11:23 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Easy enough to test. Follow the lead back from...

Easy enough to test. Follow the lead back from the barrel to the connector under the clocks. There are only 2 wires which should connect when ignition is on. Test barrel with multimeter or bike by...
Forum: Thumpers 03-18-2013, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
You're sounding a bit jaded. I haven't been on...

You're sounding a bit jaded. I haven't been on FB much recently so am not sure what issues you have been having since your water pump leak. I noticed that you blew your shock but as it's...
Forum: Thumpers 03-17-2013, 12:52 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
If you follow the hose it goes down to the engine...

If you follow the hose it goes down to the engine - it is a crankcase breather. The plastic spigot on mine also snapped off the airbox. I used a bit of clear pipe which was a tight fit shoved into...
Forum: Thumpers 02-24-2013, 10:26 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
If they don't come out easily, heat them for a...

If they don't come out easily, heat them for a few seconds with a soldering iron and they will just drop out.
Forum: Thumpers 02-23-2013, 07:08 AM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Not sure where you are but I sourced all the...

Not sure where you are but I sourced all the parts to replace my swingarm bearings from simplybearings.co.UK using dimensions taken from the BMW parts fiches on the maxbmw website.
Forum: Thumpers 02-21-2013, 10:55 AM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Could well be a fractured wire. I have had a few...

Could well be a fractured wire. I have had a few go, including the power wire to the tail light at the connector. If it is the led there are plenty of 12v high output less on eBay. It wouldn't be too...
Forum: Thumpers 02-14-2013, 01:57 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Oxford grips are fine without tape underneath.

Oxford grips are fine without tape underneath.
Forum: Thumpers 02-12-2013, 10:23 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Try motorworks...

Try motorworks (http://www.motorworks.co.uk/vlive/Home/index.php)
Forum: Thumpers 02-10-2013, 07:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 488
Posted By The Jester
google is your friend...

google is your friend (http://www.wemoto.com/bikes/bmw/f_650_gs_dakar_chain_driven_inc_abs_models/04-07/picture/clutch_spring_set_-_ebc_heavy_duty/)
Forum: Thumpers 02-10-2013, 01:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 488
Posted By The Jester
F650GS single is what I should have said. Never...

F650GS single is what I should have said. Never could get used to the idea of calling an 800cc bike a 650 :dunno.

Outer casing is different but I'm pretty sure the internals are the same.
Forum: Thumpers 02-09-2013, 03:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 494
Posted By The Jester
For technical off-road DRZ, anything else and it...

For technical off-road DRZ, anything else and it has to be the X-challenge. I happily do a 100 mile round trip daily commute on my X-Ch. No way would I have done that when I used to own a DRZe as...
Forum: Thumpers 02-09-2013, 02:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 488
Posted By The Jester
clutch parts are the same as f650gs.

clutch parts are the same as f650gs.
Forum: Thumpers 02-07-2013, 10:36 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Sounds like either fitment works fine - I have...

Sounds like either fitment works fine - I have mine through the vent without issue. BUT the rubber sealing ring on the fuel cap deteriorates over time and causes problems with either method. ...
Forum: Thumpers 02-05-2013, 11:53 AM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Not sure if they are available in US but I have...

Not sure if they are available in US but I have Oxford grips. They have just reduced a new range with a choice of grip patterns including "adventure" which is similar to many off road grips but...
Forum: Thumpers 02-04-2013, 10:49 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Welcome! Not heard of anyone actually doing...

Welcome!

Not heard of anyone actually doing the upgrade either.

I'm running a vest and grips without any issues. Just watch if you have the standard rad as it gets easily clogged (cover the...
Forum: Thumpers 02-04-2013, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5,348
Views: 981,854
Posted By The Jester
This might explain the issue. ...

This might explain the issue.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=NCqjSLUIkjk

This at least means that the system is not at risk of damage as the problem is being caused by a...
Forum: Thumpers 02-04-2013, 11:41 AM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Thanks, I thought they were but wasn't 100% sure....

Thanks, I thought they were but wasn't 100% sure. I'll have to order a set now since I've set myself up for them failing.

Had the clutch cable snap today. Not fun trying to push the bike...
Forum: Thumpers 02-03-2013, 10:52 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
Front and rear bearings are both 6004. Worth...

Front and rear bearings are both 6004. Worth changing the seals if they are worn; not sure whether they are the same though. Cush hub bearings are different. Strangely, although I have replace...
Forum: Thumpers 02-02-2013, 08:04 AM
Replies: 5,348
Views: 981,854
Posted By The Jester
I know the problem you mean, the lamp flashes and...

I know the problem you mean, the lamp flashes and the clocks go blank. With my first hid install (h4 hi/lo) I had this when I first switched on the ignition and after that, every time I had left the...
Forum: Thumpers 02-02-2013, 01:21 AM
Replies: 5,348
Views: 981,854
Posted By The Jester
HID projector install

Not my prettiest job but....

Since I have moved job and am using the bike for a 100 mile round trip commute in the dark it was time to improve on the current set up.
...
Forum: Thumpers 02-01-2013, 11:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 574
Posted By The Jester
And the correct answer is....

And the correct answer is....
Forum: Thumpers 01-27-2013, 12:23 AM
Replies: 5,348
Views: 981,854
Posted By The Jester
Never ridden a bike with an ohlins but I'm very...

Never ridden a bike with an ohlins but I'm very happy with my hyperpro. Also worth noting the number of posts on here about having ohlins shocks reworked.
Forum: Thumpers 01-06-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 4,786
Views: 708,734
Posted By The Jester
A suspension specialist will be able to deal with...

A suspension specialist will be able to deal with adjusting the shock but my advice would be to try the bike first for a few weeks and see how you cope with it. What may seem high initially will soon...
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