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by metropolis2k
Thu Aug 10, 2017 4:11 pm
Forum: Boxerbanter
Topic: getting the itch for another sports bike
Replies: 20
Views: 12654

Re: getting the itch for another sports bike

I was just coming in here to say RC8 but was beaten to it! I do like the 899 Ducatis too. And the 675 Triumph. Damn!
by metropolis2k
Thu Aug 10, 2017 7:57 am
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: System Pannier locks help - oops
Replies: 4
Views: 5540

Re: System Pannier locks help - oops

Given the way the locks work they're pretty easy to pick. If you had written down the order of the wafers then even easier! That might be your first option. I'm pretty sure I managed to open some old panniers with the wrong key because it was close enough to being correct.
by metropolis2k
Wed Aug 09, 2017 10:11 am
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: Tyre pressures
Replies: 7
Views: 6685

Re: Tyre pressures

I thought solo riding was 32F and 36R. The higher pressures are for 2-up riding.
by metropolis2k
Mon Jul 31, 2017 8:16 am
Forum: Bits'n'bobs for sale
Topic: Free 11S rear shock
Replies: 1
Views: 2816

Free 11S rear shock

Old and ugly but still works, albeit with 45k miles on it so don't expect Ohlins performance. I'd call it useful for anyone who wants to prop up the bike while they're servicing their own shock. http://i.imgur.com/XhwlraAl.jpg http://i.imgur.com/9DTLrTcl.jpg http://i.imgur.com/jBPeZrol.jpg Would rat...
by metropolis2k
Thu Jul 20, 2017 12:59 pm
Forum: Boxerbanter
Topic: Photobucket Problem
Replies: 10
Views: 7158

Re: Photobucket Problem

I've just started using http://imgur.com/ which is free and really easy to use.
by metropolis2k
Wed Jul 12, 2017 7:54 am
Forum: Boxerbanter
Topic: BoxerCup 2.0
Replies: 12
Views: 6742

Re: BoxerCup 2.0

Or even World Superstock. Similar restrictions - most of the modifications allowed are on the grounds of safety not performance. As with the British championship they can't use slicks either.
by metropolis2k
Tue Jul 04, 2017 9:07 am
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: Tyres
Replies: 11
Views: 8344

Re: Tyres

No idea why people are posting what tyres they have, that's not what he's asking! :lol:
by metropolis2k
Wed Jun 21, 2017 8:49 am
Forum: Boxerbanter
Topic: Long time 1150GS rider gets an 1100S
Replies: 11
Views: 8118

Re: Long time 1150GS rider gets an 1100S

There's 2 preps/sports near me...both have SSport on fairing, R1100S Sport, which was a standard R1100S fitted with an optional "Sports" pack comprising stiffer suspension via a taller rear yellow spring monoshock, a steering damper, and a wider rear wheel and tyre no center stand. Defini...
by metropolis2k
Tue Jun 20, 2017 7:16 am
Forum: Boxerbanter
Topic: Long time 1150GS rider gets an 1100S
Replies: 11
Views: 8118

Re: Long time 1150GS rider gets an 1100S

I've seen "prep" models mostly being described by Americans for bikes that supposedly were destined for the Boxer Cup series, which is why there were no centre stands, ABS, etc. I don't believe it's an official BMW designation and given all the things listed were just options anyway I'm in...
by metropolis2k
Mon Jun 19, 2017 8:35 am
Forum: Boxerbanter
Topic: Long time 1150GS rider gets an 1100S
Replies: 11
Views: 8118

Re: Long time 1150GS rider gets an 1100S

I did the same, I used my 1150GS exclusively for a number of years then bought 2 1100S's in a row (I still have the GS too). I think you've summed up my opinions pretty well - the most obvious being a bit more power (because of the flywheel apparently) and how it's difficult to turn! I bought my fir...
by metropolis2k
Wed May 03, 2017 2:24 pm
Forum: Boxerspex
Topic: Cleaning up the 11s
Replies: 20
Views: 32301

Re: Cleaning up the 11s

I bought a can of Swarfega Jizer for that very purpose https://www.machinemart.co.uk/p/059910035/

Had a quick go at the bottom of the engine before I put it on a jack and it did a good job but that's not the hardest thing in the world so I'll give it a proper test when I try the rest.
by metropolis2k
Wed May 03, 2017 7:37 am
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: R1100s indicator pod
Replies: 8
Views: 4940

Re: R1100s indicator pod

Good idea. I'm doing quite a bit of work on it at the moment anyway (pretty much stripping everything in front of the engine) for a refurb and paint so I might be able to do a few of them. I'll get you some pictures at the weekend hopefully - I'm afraid I have twins a month old so my bike time is li...
by metropolis2k
Fri Apr 28, 2017 7:39 am
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: R1100s indicator pod
Replies: 8
Views: 4940

Re: R1100s indicator pod

You're welcome! If you get stuck at all just let me know, I've got both my sets of fairings dismantled at the moment so can easily take some pictures to help.
by metropolis2k
Thu Apr 27, 2017 7:33 am
Forum: Boxertech
Topic: R1100s indicator pod
Replies: 8
Views: 4940

Re: R1100s indicator pod

There's a couple of screws and a few little clamps which, for want of a better word, are wedged onto plastic tabs on the indicator pod. You'll need to carefully prise them off, ideally with two small screwdrivers and try not to break the tabs (which is very easy!) To be fair once it's on the bike th...
by metropolis2k
Fri Nov 11, 2016 2:14 pm
Forum: Bits'n'bobs for sale
Topic: BMW E46 320Ci SE (2001)
Replies: 0
Views: 2524

BMW E46 320Ci SE (2001)

Due to an impending change in family circumstances (twins!) I've got to change cars. Photos to come tomorrow when I'm home, the car is in South London / Surrey. Looking for £1,600 Topaz Blue Metallic Cream leather interior with dark walnut trim Manual gearbox 99,700 miles Two owners, myself since ab...

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