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Forum: GS Boxers 05-18-2013, 11:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 603
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Yeah I just had the brake failure thing on my...

Yeah I just had the brake failure thing on my well maintained 2001. Also the stock seat sucks, but does have two height settings
Forum: GS Boxers 05-17-2013, 12:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 704
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
We've been using the 303 aerospace protectant for...

We've been using the 303 aerospace protectant for over 10 years on our vehicles at work with no ill effect. The plastics and rubber bits on our 91 Toyota pickup with 350k on it still look better...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-12-2013, 07:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 742
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
I had the tire thing also on this bike and an...

I had the tire thing also on this bike and an R100gs as the tourances became more worn. Also at the speeds I'm at in 5th and 6th gear my stock windshield vibrates the whole front...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-11-2013, 08:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 778
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Bike completely off hold the abs button...

Bike completely off hold the abs button continuously while you turn the key to on. Let go and hit the start button. The abs lights should flash and the abs won't come on as you ride away. The...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-29-2013, 10:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 432
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=88...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=880390
This might help
Forum: GS Boxers 04-27-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,283
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
After looking at your pic again, my seat does not...

After looking at your pic again, my seat does not have that large a gap. I hope you can get this remedied.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-27-2013, 04:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,283
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
You could remove the staples at the front to let...

You could remove the staples at the front to let it relax a bit, and them staple it a little looser. When the covers are put on they are usually pulled tight enough to pull back the plastic some,...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-27-2013, 04:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,283
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
My oem seat was that way also. After I...

My oem seat was that way also. After I recovered it, it has that gap still. Mine doesn't rock though.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-27-2013, 03:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,761
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Has that goldwing gone to the dark side?

Has that goldwing gone to the dark side?
Forum: GS Boxers 04-27-2013, 03:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 931
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Another shinko fan. I got around 6k on my first...

Another shinko fan. I got around 6k on my first rear. It had a mm or two of wear The front still looks great with lots of tread and I'm working my way through the second rear. I only have got...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-21-2013, 10:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 382
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Maybe. I have a 2001 with abs (non-servo). Maybe...

Maybe. I have a 2001 with abs (non-servo). Maybe a the 03 bikes and later can't reach? Or maybe one of the cable cutters wherever they were sourced was more enthusiastic than another?
Forum: GS Boxers 04-21-2013, 06:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 382
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
I just put a new pc680 in my 1150gs two weeks...

I just put a new pc680 in my 1150gs two weeks ago. I did not use the adapters. I just screwed it to the terminals directly. That's how the 8 year old pc680 the previous owner put in was...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-17-2013, 10:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,288
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Stealthy could be sweet also. ...

Stealthy could be sweet also.
http://www.motorcycleparts-hornig.com/images/voting2011/bmw-r1100gs-thalheimer-big.jpg
Forum: GS Boxers 04-17-2013, 10:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,288
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Since changing out the stupid logo sticker for an...

Since changing out the stupid logo sticker for an adventure style one, I've been much happier with the mandarin color though.
http://home.comcast.net/~zbg8000/gssticker.jpg
Forum: GS Boxers 04-17-2013, 10:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,288
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Same type of paint job I've considered. ...

Same type of paint job I've considered.

Check these out
http://files.myopera.com/acrostic0/albums/11785952/thumbs/R1150GS-pd.6.jpg_thumb.jpg...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-17-2013, 10:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 433
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
His suggestion is exactly the method I use on my...

His suggestion is exactly the method I use on my 1150. It's not a choke. It's just a fast idle lever. Same as holding the throttle barely open. Mine definitely will die if I don't use the lever...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-17-2013, 08:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,229
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
If there isn't a new forum they should at least...

If there isn't a new forum they should at least change the name of this forum. Oilhead really doesn't describe most of the bikes in this forum. Just Boxers might be better.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,524
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Ricky bars were a bar riser and aluminum...

Ricky bars were a bar riser and aluminum handlebar conversion a member here used to fabricate and sell.

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=123249

I have a set the p/o of my gs...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 593
Views: 101,029
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
So what do the new owners think of the headlights...

So what do the new owners think of the headlights at night vs the old 1200gs?
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 347
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Well that link didn't go directly where wanted....

Well that link didn't go directly where wanted. This from the parts fiche for 1150 gs.
http://home.comcast.net/~zbg8000/spacer.jpg
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 347
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
I thought it was to set offset specifically on...

I thought it was to set offset specifically on bikes with i-abs. It's the same thickness as the abs plate on bikes with servo brakes.
...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-06-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,390
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
sorry no pictures of that part of my bike, but if...

sorry no pictures of that part of my bike, but if there are holes like the blue dot in the picture
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=15770483&postcount=14
Forum: GS Boxers 04-06-2013, 07:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,390
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Are there any extra holes drilled in your filler...

Are there any extra holes drilled in your filler neck on the fuel tank? The previous owner of my bike added one so you can squeeze a little bit more fuel in the tank. I think more than one person...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-06-2013, 06:07 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,133
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Here are some more of the 90mm hella lights. ...

Here are some more of the 90mm hella lights. Not as cheap but real close for the halogens. Available in many DOT compliant forms. http://www.rallylights.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=568,...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-15-2013, 08:16 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,737
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
I make my own, but I would recommend Rich's...

I make my own, but I would recommend Rich's Custom seats in Seattle. They can do a mail order or in person fittings. Good excuse for a road trip. People always seem really happy with there stuff,...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-09-2013, 09:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 775
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
2001 over 70000 miles. This seems to affect the...

2001 over 70000 miles. This seems to affect the fronts just as much from what I've read. I've read about bikes with lower miles having the same problem. I'm fixing all lines now. I don't need a...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-09-2013, 04:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 775
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
R1150GS Brake Lines Another Failure

I know this an issue on most of these bikes, and I was planning on changing the lines during my next service. However I was out for a ride thursday, when my rear caliper wouldn't retract after a...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-28-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 745
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
I would disagree. Sure airheads are simple, I...

I would disagree. Sure airheads are simple, I had one before my 1150gs, but the parts aren't any cheaper, rarely in stock locally, and I had to do maintenance items more often. I think my 1150 is...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-26-2013, 06:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,325
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
No reason you can't put new rubbers on without...

No reason you can't put new rubbers on without replacing the heaters.

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=498496

I did the same thing as the thread above, but used two throttle side...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-11-2013, 10:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 610
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=27...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=278498
Forum: GS Boxers 01-19-2013, 11:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,044
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
How much does that weigh? I searched your build...

How much does that weigh? I searched your build thread but didn't find a final number? maybe it missed it. Thanks
Forum: GS Boxers 01-11-2013, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 518
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
edit

edit
Forum: GS Boxers 01-11-2013, 09:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 518
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
also check to make sure the wheels you get have...

also check to make sure the wheels you get have the same style of abs ring (cast vs pressed) if you have abs and want it to work. Even then you might need some maching to make the abs rings work. ...
Forum: GS Boxers 01-11-2013, 09:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 518
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Get the speedo drive and rear wheel bolts for...

Get the speedo drive and rear wheel bolts for this to bolt up. The speedo drive isn't just needed for the correct speed, the spacing on the axle and hub is different and the correct speedo drive...
Forum: GS Boxers 01-08-2013, 12:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 331
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Cast is a cheaper option. R1100r r 1150r or rt...

Cast is a cheaper option. R1100r r 1150r or rt wheels work. You however need the speedo drive for the r or rt wheels since the spacing on the axle hub is different. Also you need the lug nuts for...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-31-2012, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 648
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Yup 2004 has the twin spark heads, and servo...

Yup 2004 has the twin spark heads, and servo brakes.
Forum: Airheads 12-31-2012, 05:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,626
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
Eek I couldn't find my old pattern. Must have tossed...

I couldn't find my old pattern. Must have tossed them, no big deal, they're pretty basic. I believe they were around 18"x13"x7". I used some starboard I had laying around to make the mounting...
Forum: Airheads 12-25-2012, 03:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,626
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
When I get home ill find some bigger pics of...

When I get home ill find some bigger pics of them. They're gone with the bike but I might have saved the pattern at work.
Forum: Airheads 12-25-2012, 09:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,626
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
I made them. Thick saddle leather sewn together...

I made them. Thick saddle leather sewn together and i used brass hardware and rivets throughout.
Forum: Airheads 12-25-2012, 12:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,626
Posted By Ua the Destroyer
I know its an r100 but you get the idea ...

I know its an r100 but you get the idea
http://home.comcast.net/~zbg8000/leather.JPG

I made these for the r100 when I had it. I think leather panniers look great on an airhead. They had an abs...
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