BMW 800 GS pictures

Sparrowhawkdesign · 05-12-2011, 01:37 PM

The first two pictures of the 800GS / M72 install. More will be added over the next couple days as the install progresses. Barry

Sparrowhawkdesign · 05-12-2011, 01:39 PM

Second picture.

DirtyDR · 05-12-2011, 02:05 PM

ClearwaterBMW · 05-12-2011, 02:53 PM

very much looking forward to watching this thread
i know it's going to be great

camaroz1985 · 05-13-2011, 01:06 PM

Me too. Can't wait to see the finished product.

KCDakar · 05-13-2011, 01:25 PM

Sparrowhawkdesign · 05-13-2011, 01:25 PM

Just got our first in house built Sportster trike out the door. Now I can concentrate on this build.
Barry

Motorfiets · 05-13-2011, 02:22 PM

Sparrowhawkdesign · 05-13-2011, 03:05 PM

M72D frame mounted on adjustable installation stand. This allows us to level the frame and roll it around while mounting to the bike. B

Sparrowhawkdesign · 05-13-2011, 03:11 PM

We used this custom built Excel wheel. This is the same rim used by Touratech in combination with the spline drive spokes to upgrade stock BMW wheels. This also allowed us to match the rim color on the bike and install the same tire used on the rear.

I don't know if I will get more pics posted today or not. I will be away through the weekend so posts will probably start again Monday.

Barry

Sparrowhawkdesign · 05-13-2011, 03:51 PM

This stand allows us to set the preload and initial lean out.

Sparrowhawkdesign · 05-13-2011, 03:54 PM

You can see in this picture how we can roll the sidecar up to the bike and align the two. More Monday. Barry

KCDakar · 05-13-2011, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparrowhawkdesign

You can see in this picture how we can roll the sidecar up to the bike and align the two. More Monday. Barry

I remember that set up!

ClearwaterBMW · 05-13-2011, 08:26 PM

i can't wait to see more....
and..... not just of that 800GS install....
maybe a couple of bikes with 400 more cc on their designation...

great thread, barry
awesome stuff happening at DMC
and... even more all the time

Sparrowhawkdesign · 05-16-2011, 10:53 AM

The next step is to connect the A-arms between the bike and sidecar frame. At this point we only snug the bolts as adjustments still have to be made. The A-arms set the wheel lead and put the toe-in close while not compromising ground clearance like can happen with the usual boss/clamp setup. Next we fine tune the toe-in with a turn or two in or out on the heim joints. This will mean rolling the frame stand away from the bike to allow the heim joints to be turned in the required direction. Fortunately the use of the heim joints also allows for easy alignment with the clevis. Once the toe-in looks good we re-snug all the bolts and check the toe again. If it is still good we then torque the A-arm pinch bolts to 80 ft lb. and tighten the jam nuts on the heim joints. One last check of the toe-in is a good idea as it can sometimes move while tightening the bolts.

05-12-2011, 01:37 PM	#1
Sparrowhawkdesign ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2011 Oddometer: 129	BMW 800 GS pictures The first two pictures of the 800GS / M72 install. More will be added over the next couple days as the install progresses. Barry Attached Images __________________ DMC SIDECARS General Manager, designer, installer, test rider, problem solver. Generally whatever needs doing. 37 YEARS PLAYING WITH SIDECARS Myths and misinformation are more seductive than the truth.

05-12-2011, 01:39 PM	#2
Sparrowhawkdesign ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2011 Oddometer: 129	800 GS pic Second picture. Attached Images __________________ DMC SIDECARS General Manager, designer, installer, test rider, problem solver. Generally whatever needs doing. 37 YEARS PLAYING WITH SIDECARS Myths and misinformation are more seductive than the truth.

05-12-2011, 02:05 PM	#3
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05-12-2011, 02:53 PM	#4
ClearwaterBMW The Examiner Joined: Jul 2005 Location: Clearwater, FL USA Oddometer: 4,744	very much looking forward to watching this thread i know it's going to be great __________________ Greg '07 K1200 GT '11 R1200 GS Adventure with a DMC M72DX Sidecar live life like you mean it... but take your family and friends (and DOGS) along for the "ride"

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05-13-2011, 01:06 PM	#5
camaroz1985 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2009 Oddometer: 130	Me too. Can't wait to see the finished product.

05-13-2011, 01:25 PM	#7
Sparrowhawkdesign ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2011 Oddometer: 129	mounts on Just got our first in house built Sportster trike out the door. Now I can concentrate on this build. Barry Attached Images __________________ DMC SIDECARS General Manager, designer, installer, test rider, problem solver. Generally whatever needs doing. 37 YEARS PLAYING WITH SIDECARS Myths and misinformation are more seductive than the truth.

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05-13-2011, 03:05 PM	#9
Sparrowhawkdesign ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2011 Oddometer: 129	Frame M72D frame mounted on adjustable installation stand. This allows us to level the frame and roll it around while mounting to the bike. B Attached Images __________________ DMC SIDECARS General Manager, designer, installer, test rider, problem solver. Generally whatever needs doing. 37 YEARS PLAYING WITH SIDECARS Myths and misinformation are more seductive than the truth.

05-13-2011, 03:11 PM	#10
Sparrowhawkdesign ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2011 Oddometer: 129	Custom wheel We used this custom built Excel wheel. This is the same rim used by Touratech in combination with the spline drive spokes to upgrade stock BMW wheels. This also allowed us to match the rim color on the bike and install the same tire used on the rear. I don't know if I will get more pics posted today or not. I will be away through the weekend so posts will probably start again Monday. Barry Attached Images __________________ DMC SIDECARS General Manager, designer, installer, test rider, problem solver. Generally whatever needs doing. 37 YEARS PLAYING WITH SIDECARS Myths and misinformation are more seductive than the truth.

05-13-2011, 03:51 PM	#11
Sparrowhawkdesign ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2011 Oddometer: 129	Motorcycle install stand This stand allows us to set the preload and initial lean out. Attached Images __________________ DMC SIDECARS General Manager, designer, installer, test rider, problem solver. Generally whatever needs doing. 37 YEARS PLAYING WITH SIDECARS Myths and misinformation are more seductive than the truth.

05-13-2011, 03:54 PM	#12
Sparrowhawkdesign ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2011 Oddometer: 129	Together You can see in this picture how we can roll the sidecar up to the bike and align the two. More Monday. Barry Attached Images __________________ DMC SIDECARS General Manager, designer, installer, test rider, problem solver. Generally whatever needs doing. 37 YEARS PLAYING WITH SIDECARS Myths and misinformation are more seductive than the truth.

05-13-2011, 08:26 PM	#14
ClearwaterBMW The Examiner Joined: Jul 2005 Location: Clearwater, FL USA Oddometer: 4,744	i can't wait to see more.... and..... not just of that 800GS install.... maybe a couple of bikes with 400 more cc on their designation... great thread, barry awesome stuff happening at DMC and... even more all the time __________________ Greg '07 K1200 GT '11 R1200 GS Adventure with a DMC M72DX Sidecar live life like you mean it... but take your family and friends (and DOGS) along for the "ride"

05-16-2011, 10:53 AM	#15
Sparrowhawkdesign ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2011 Oddometer: 129	800GS build The next step is to connect the A-arms between the bike and sidecar frame. At this point we only snug the bolts as adjustments still have to be made. The A-arms set the wheel lead and put the toe-in close while not compromising ground clearance like can happen with the usual boss/clamp setup. Next we fine tune the toe-in with a turn or two in or out on the heim joints. This will mean rolling the frame stand away from the bike to allow the heim joints to be turned in the required direction. Fortunately the use of the heim joints also allows for easy alignment with the clevis. Once the toe-in looks good we re-snug all the bolts and check the toe again. If it is still good we then torque the A-arm pinch bolts to 80 ft lb. and tighten the jam nuts on the heim joints. One last check of the toe-in is a good idea as it can sometimes move while tightening the bolts. Attached Images __________________ DMC SIDECARS General Manager, designer, installer, test rider, problem solver. Generally whatever needs doing. 37 YEARS PLAYING WITH SIDECARS Myths and misinformation are more seductive than the truth.

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