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by scottie58
Mon May 07, 2018 3:51 pm
Forum: Bits'n'bobs for sale
Topic: R1200S for sale - SOLD
Replies: 2
Views: 3563

R1200S for sale - SOLD

SOLD! deposit taken from fellow forum member :-)
by scottie58
Mon Jul 10, 2017 5:53 pm
Forum: Bits'n'bobs for sale
Topic: Wanted first r1200s
Replies: 16
Views: 11097

Re: Wanted first r1200s

Don't be put off by miles - 31k is ok if looked after. Mine has done 52K and runs perfectly - it has a full service history.
Spend a few quid on stainless fasteners, repaint the front cover and it will look very tidy :D

Headers polish up nicely - but will require regular attention...............
by scottie58
Tue Jun 06, 2017 5:40 pm
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: Michelin PR3 front tyre feathering / weird handling ??
Replies: 12
Views: 8175

Re: Michelin PR3 front tyre feathering / weird handling ??

Just an update - increasing tyre pressure to 36 psi, 2 more turns of preload on the shock and 4 more clicks of damping has reduced the problem massively. New tyre should sort it out completely :D
by scottie58
Thu May 25, 2017 8:32 am
Forum: Boxerspex
Topic: My R1200S project so far
Replies: 38
Views: 104716

Re: My R1200S project so far

Thanks!

new R1200s stickers on tail piece - bit smaller than originals. From a guy in Malaysia on ebay!
by scottie58
Tue May 23, 2017 6:33 pm
Forum: My other bike's a...
Topic: R12S to GS to XR
Replies: 7
Views: 11558

Re: R12S to GS to XR

Ironic - I am originally from near Edinburgh and it has ended up with me. I bought it from a dealer in Blackpool as you do.... :D Suspension has been serviced ( really needed it!), wheels painted, bodywork is now white & black , zard exhaust etc.... take a look at my blog http://www.ianr1200s.bl...
by scottie58
Tue May 23, 2017 5:50 pm
Forum: My other bike's a...
Topic: R12S to GS to XR
Replies: 7
Views: 11558

Re: R12S to GS to XR

I now own your R12S!

It has undergone a complete rebuild over the winter - a sort of HP2 influenced look :D

There is thread on the forum with a link to my blog of the rebuild if you are interested

It's a small world...............
by scottie58
Wed May 17, 2017 6:01 pm
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: 1200S exhaust gasket
Replies: 2
Views: 3743

Re: 1200S exhaust gasket

I bought one from Rainbow M/C's - OEM. haven't had time to fit it yet but thanks for the tip regards making sure it fits ok.
by scottie58
Tue May 09, 2017 7:33 am
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: 1200S exhaust gasket
Replies: 2
Views: 3743

1200S exhaust gasket

I need one exhaust gasket for cylinder head to down pipe joint (blowing slightly) - result of my rebuild polishing session!

Tried Sherlock - supplied ones too small O/D diameter. Motorworks & Motobins also no good.

I assume main dealer time?
by scottie58
Sun Apr 30, 2017 5:37 pm
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: Alternator cover paint
Replies: 4
Views: 3879

Re: Alternator cover paint

I used an etch primer, followed by PJ1 satin black.

Great finish, bakes hard when you run the engine - stinks for the first few rides!
by scottie58
Thu Apr 27, 2017 8:43 am
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: Michelin PR3 front tyre feathering / weird handling ??
Replies: 12
Views: 8175

Re: Michelin PR3 front tyre feathering / weird handling ??

Thanks for that - I improved it by running tyres at 36F 39R. 12S is actually heavier on rear as I witnessed when MOTing it - was surprised. Wheel bearings are new, top & bottom "bearings" were very smooth with no play when I checked them during winter rebuild. Tyre is nearly shot, so i...
by scottie58
Wed Apr 05, 2017 8:57 pm
Forum: Boxerspex
Topic: My R1200S project so far
Replies: 38
Views: 104716

Re: My R1200S project so far

MOT, taxed, Boxertrix stickers applied = first proper ride! :D

blog updated
by scottie58
Wed Apr 05, 2017 8:43 pm
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: Michelin PR3 front tyre feathering / weird handling ??
Replies: 12
Views: 8175

Michelin PR3 front tyre feathering / weird handling ??

Managed to get out today for 60 miles on my newly rebuilt R1200 - but the front end handling was very strange. The front end really dropped in when I got past a certain angle of lean in tight corners. Good and solid in fast open bends - very planted. But horrible in really tight ones! Steering beari...
by scottie58
Wed Mar 29, 2017 9:48 am
Forum: Boxerspex
Topic: My R1200S project so far
Replies: 38
Views: 104716

Re: My R1200S project so far

Thanks for ebay link , I have also found a set from Italy. Active signs in Minehead might be able to make me some. Splash of red would work. I agree it needs a little "extra" - but will use it and slowly let it evolve. Seat has been recovered by Saxon Seats - previous owner. Where can I ge...
by scottie58
Tue Mar 28, 2017 6:03 pm
Forum: Boxerspex
Topic: My R1200S project so far
Replies: 38
Views: 104716

Re: My R1200S project so far

more pics on blog - almost ready to ride! :D
by scottie58
Sun Mar 26, 2017 8:48 am
Forum: Boxerspex
Topic: My R1200S project so far
Replies: 38
Views: 104716

Re: My R1200S project so far

Dave - I think you have a thing about headers going brown ?? :)

I am a bit of a polisher so will keep on top of it - hopefully, maybe, perhaps................ :|

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