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by endo85
Sat Aug 05, 2023 6:49 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: BMW R100R Bosch R6 plugs
Replies: 2
Views: 928

Re: BMW R100R Bosch R6 plugs

Thank you Rob. I found that Himalayan link too and that was about it!

Yes, I'm resigned to investigating the fueling but thought I'd start by getting the plug type correct.

A plug chop is a great idea. I've not done it before, only aware of the basic steps so I will look into it.
by endo85
Sat Aug 05, 2023 6:06 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: BMW R100R Bosch R6 plugs
Replies: 2
Views: 928

BMW R100R Bosch R6 plugs

Hi Everyone, Forum and airhead newbie here. I'm gradually going over my '95 R100R Mystic and finding a lot to keep me busy in the garage! One of the last things on my servicing list was to find two black, sooty spark plugs on removal. They're Bosch R6 and I could find no reference to these being use...
by endo85
Sat Aug 05, 2023 5:42 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Failed Diode board replacement
Replies: 5
Views: 811

Re: Failed Diode board replacement

After reading everyone's feedback and looking at all the available options, I've opted for the Thunderchild rectifier. It appears to be an improved design but fits with no re-wiring or different mounting needed. I must mention that support from John at Thunderchild was outstanding. I happened to men...
by endo85
Thu Aug 03, 2023 10:27 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Failed Diode board replacement
Replies: 5
Views: 811

Re: Failed Diode board replacement

Thanks all for your replies and advice. Much appreciated.
by endo85
Tue Aug 01, 2023 10:42 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Failed Diode board replacement
Replies: 5
Views: 811

Failed Diode board replacement

Hi everyone, I've a 1995 R100R which suddenly developed unreliable starting with the starter barely turning over. Load tested battery, checked connections, grounds etc and eventually found one of the large diodes was open circuit on the main diode board. Rather than replacing with the same OEM part ...
by endo85
Wed Feb 01, 2023 8:23 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Recommended tyres for R100R
Replies: 9
Views: 1913

Re: Recommended tyres for R100R

Thanks everyone for your feedback and suggestions. Once I’ve changed all the fluids and given the bike some TLC I’ve a short tour planned with a couple of pals around Northern Europe. So day rides and touring will be where this bike will be mostly ridden, but if the road and conditions are good I’d ...
by endo85
Sat Jan 28, 2023 8:21 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Recommended tyres for R100R
Replies: 9
Views: 1913

Recommended tyres for R100R

Hello, I’ve just bought a 1995 R100R Mystic with a genuine 25,900 miles on the clock. It’s only covered about 1500 of those miles since 2006. It’s in good condition overall (on the outside a least) but work to do before my first ride. Both tyres have cracked sidewalls and low tread: a Michelin Macad...