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by Figurehead66
Mon Jun 13, 2022 11:13 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: 1973 50/5???
Replies: 4
Views: 845

Re: 1973 50/5???

Yes, they are slide carbs.
by Figurehead66
Mon Jun 13, 2022 11:12 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: 1973 50/5???
Replies: 4
Views: 845

Re: 1973 50/5???

Yes… running 3rd gear all the way. I will start looking per your suggestions. Thank you for the information/reply.👍
by Figurehead66
Sun Jun 12, 2022 11:33 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: 1973 50/5???
Replies: 4
Views: 845

1973 50/5???

Hello all, I just recently purchased a 1973 BMW 50/5. Everything is fine with it except while I am riding it and shifting through the gears 1st 2nd and 3rd are very responsive rpm and throttle/acceleration wise. When I shift into 4th gear I get decent acceleration until about half throttle then the ...