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Topic: Exhaust, clutch, cable, air filter for sale. |
552255
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Forum: For Sale Posted: Thu Jun 22, 2017 9:06 am Subject: Exhaust, clutch, cable, air filter for sale. |
I have some extra parts for sale for K1100 on ebay right now.
I will pull them if possible, and sell to anyone here at an agreed price.
OEM exhaust with rings, in v. good shape, no cracks.
OEM ... |
Topic: Exhaust fracture |
552255
Replies: 26
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Forum: Tech Posted: Wed Jun 21, 2017 11:45 am Subject: Exhaust fracture |
I have a whole, 'uncracked' exhaust in excellent condition, with new copper rings, o2 sensor for sale on on ebay...if your interested let me know.
I welded the exhaust on my bike...2-3 times? it k ... |
Topic: So how much weight does removing the radio save? |
552255
Replies: 4
Views: 7089
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Forum: Tech Posted: Sun Apr 10, 2016 12:23 am Subject: So how much weight does removing the radio save? |
| I pulled everything associated with the radio, incl. wiring. It may not be a large amount, but think of where those pounds were located...up high. It may help maneuverability somewhat. Losing radio ... |
Topic: 1997 K1100 Running Rough |
552255
Replies: 13
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Forum: Tech Posted: Thu Mar 19, 2015 8:59 am Subject: 1997 K1100 Running Rough |
| Maybe check for throttle body leaks at the lower riser that sits on top of the engine block, or anything above.? My '97 ran much better after replacing the rubber bits down there, and cleaning up the ... |
Topic: Time to service my brakes |
552255
Replies: 11
Views: 13188
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Forum: Tech Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2015 9:36 pm Subject: Time to service my brakes |
Hey "…255",,
How did you coax the pistons back into the bores after cleaning and replacing the seals… i.e.: WITHOUT damaging the sensitive sealing lip ?? Got any advice ... |
Topic: Time to service my brakes |
552255
Replies: 11
Views: 13188
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Forum: Tech Posted: Sat Feb 14, 2015 10:52 am Subject: Time to service my brakes |
| After many repeated brake fluid flushings, I went out and got a Harbor Freight vacuum pump...it makes it so much easier and less messy. Worth every dollar...bout 30 I think. Now its a quick job as w ... |
Topic: Just replaced the air filter... |
552255
Replies: 7
Views: 12018
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Forum: Tech Posted: Thu Nov 06, 2014 8:53 pm Subject: Just replaced the air filter... |
Best part of the whole job ofcourse is to stand back and bask in the glory of how clean the old filter is when you take it out!!
I couldn't believe how clean mine was after 30K...I ended up using d ... |
Topic: Fitting K1100RS Front wheel onto a K1100LT |
552255
Replies: 12
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Forum: Tech Posted: Thu Nov 06, 2014 7:44 pm Subject: Fitting K1100RS Front wheel onto a K1100LT |
| I went so far as to purchase a RS rim, but then decided to not do it, (it was painted black) as I figured it wouldn't look as good...but? Yes its been done, and I think nearly just a swap out, althou ... |
Topic: Surging issue |
552255
Replies: 13
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Forum: Tech Posted: Sat Oct 11, 2014 11:37 pm Subject: Surging issue |
| ..Don't know if it will give any help but I had used propane, and starter spray to try and find vacuum leaks. No change in idle, etc. Later I replaced throttle body boots, hoses with obvious leaks. ... |
Topic: Read my Plugs Please? |
552255
Replies: 9
Views: 15224
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Forum: Tech Posted: Wed Sep 24, 2014 9:02 am Subject: Read my Plugs Please? |
| I would check for vacuum leaks in the entire throttle body 'stack'...the rubber boots, bushings, gaskets, hoses all develop cracks. If those are original T.Body bushings with 142k, you can bet they h ... |
Topic: Laid down in WV, need help |
552255
Replies: 6
Views: 11250
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Forum: Tech Posted: Wed Sep 03, 2014 7:09 pm Subject: Laid down in WV, need help |
| It appears to be cosmetic damages, if you didn't hit anything with the front end, hopefully your frame isn't bent. To check, search online for the string method of checking frame/wheel alignment. I ... |
Topic: Does it get worse ??? |
552255
Replies: 11
Views: 15980
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2014 11:06 pm Subject: Does it get worse ??? |
| ...try the Black Hills during the rally. Luckily I can get on I-90 into Wyoming to get the K up to cruising speed. |
Topic: Exhaust removal |
552255
Replies: 3
Views: 6685
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Forum: Tech Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2014 11:53 am Subject: Exhaust removal |
| If your talking "fracture", at the 4 pipe junction area, you DO NOT want try and weld it off the bike...it will pull the pipes out of alignment, and you can't get the exhaust back on the bik ... |
Topic: Bosch 4-hole vs. stock fuel injectors |
552255
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Views: 23885
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Forum: Product Reviews Posted: Sat Jul 26, 2014 9:11 pm Subject: Bosch 4-hole vs. stock fuel injectors |
| I decided to try the 4-hole bosch injectors sold on Ebay for K1100's-- remanufactured BMW 318i--by Oside Tiger for $100 (per 4). According to some, the 4 hole design is more efficient in vaporizing ... |
Topic: Throttlebody synchronizing? |
552255
Replies: 9
Views: 14991
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Forum: Tech Posted: Sat Jul 26, 2014 7:45 pm Subject: Throttlebody synchronizing? |
| I tried to make one of these to use following the directions/plans online...and had no luck, the fluid would just immediately get sucked into engine etc. I think its very difficult to get everything ... |
Topic: Removed the radio today. |
552255
Replies: 11
Views: 14939
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Forum: Tech Posted: Sun Jul 20, 2014 7:54 pm Subject: Removed the radio today. |
| +1...Radio long removed. You should remove the speakers and any useless wire looms as well. The weight saved and its 'high' location surely make the bike handle easier/better...and that extra compar ... |
Topic: Corbin Dual Tour, and a long legged wife |
552255
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Forum: Tech Posted: Tue Jul 15, 2014 8:56 pm Subject: Corbin Dual Tour, and a long legged wife |
| Lowered footpegs on both sets, have been worth it...stock seat, with black cabbie beads for me...I also installed highway pegs on the engine-guard bars. |
Topic: After 20+ Years |
552255
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Forum: Campfire Posted: Sun Jun 29, 2014 10:09 am Subject: After 20+ Years |
| ...Looks like some super custom heat shielding near engine/frame. Notice your forks have no 'protection'...many brickers use some type. The fork seals on these machines are particularly susceptible ... |
Topic: HELP |
552255
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Forum: Tech Posted: Sun Jun 29, 2014 9:57 am Subject: HELP |
| Another great resource is Motobrick.com, it has lots of photos along with directions to do a great many things with these bikes....many 'brickers' are members in both groups. You can google search 'K ... |
Topic: My fork seal routine... |
552255
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Forum: Tech Posted: Sun Jun 22, 2014 11:23 am Subject: My fork seal routine... |
| ...I cut the gaiters in "open", and zip-tie stitched them on without having to do any thing else...no leaks etc. Cant even see the seam on the backside. And after changing seals once (and ... |
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