Meet 'Mandy'

[908/930]

You mentioned that your throttle bodies are from a R1150, is there any difference in the inside diameter on those?

[Jozef Schumann]

Originally Posted by 908/930

You mentioned that your throttle bodies are from a R1150, is there any difference in the inside diameter on those?

None.

[Swamper]

1100 and 1150 are close relatives.

[Jozef Schumann]

Sorting through numerous photos of just a couple of tidbits. More to come as time allows.

*btw, the shiney - what at first glance appear to be copper or somekind of metallic fragments are actually oil droplets reflecting off the flash.




increased fuel tank capacity by almost a full gallon





Re-angle of ECM as required to accommodate fuel tank capacity bulge

I believe I have 7 proms, a couple of which are bespoke to this machine and burned by a former employee who addressed software on our modified cars years ago. Here are three others which were evaluated, none of which suited my modifications.



J.S.

[Jozef Schumann]

4.025 Kg or just under 9 lbs.

[R1100S-Slick]

Very Nice stuff you got there!

[Jozef Schumann]

Originally Posted by R1100S-Slick

Very Nice stuff you got there!

Thank you, sir.

I believe we crossed paths some time ago on the west side of the antelope valley around 110th west and 138, as I recall the colour scheme of your S. I might have been on my VFR1200F. It was a while ago.

J.S.

[krasuskyp]

how about a P*RN WARNING next time!???!?

that's some tasty stuff - niiiiiiiiiiiice

[Swamper]

Jozef:
What headlight LED did you use. I just installed on the 05 the Blinker/running lights from Hornig. Fit wasn't the greatest but now I've got the standard bulb for the headlight and it looks stupid along side the running lights.

[Jozef Schumann]

Originally Posted by Swamper

Jozef:
What headlight LED did you use. I just installed on the 05 the Blinker/running lights from Hornig. Fit wasn't the greatest but now I've got the standard bulb for the headlight and it looks stupid along side the running lights.

Morimoto HID XB H1 and H7 50w Ballast with 5k (6k had a bluish tint which I'm not a fan of) on both hi and low. Night-sun equivalent. The quality of Morimoto are next level compared to what was available, perhaps headway's been made which I'm unaware of but no need to switch as they make night into day as it is.

Here's a pic as fitted on my 'prep' - They've been trouble-free for tens of thousands of miles.



and on Mandy



Also note the headlight switch. I can run with running lamps only if I so choose.





referencing the Hornig units. My prep has carbon fiber pods which on their own, the fit is appalling. I don't recall the source but I purchased a set from a US based supplier - On a lark, I tried China which are on the bike now and they're far better though still rather junky fitting compared the OEM pieces which are on Mandy.

J.S.

[Swamper]

Thanks.

[flatbutt]

How resilient are those wheels when it comes to potholes?

[Jozef Schumann]

Originally Posted by flatbutt

How resilient are those wheels when it comes to potholes?

Good question, flatbutt.

Prior to purchase, I spoke to a Dymag engineer who made it clear the wheels are significantly over-engineered citing all critical testing, including the strict TUV compliance standard was completed on a single carbon wheel, where-as metal wheels are routinely scrapped after each individual test. I recall speaking to Brad Z about his wheels years ago as he and Jeff Williams were instrumental in these being made. They both waxed enthusiastic and I fully understand why. I am not anymore concerned about potholes etc. with these than I am with any other bike or wheel, flatbutt. Here's a 15 year old thread on the topic I found in which the above two fellas yap about 'em:

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/bmw-r1100s-r1200s-tech-forum/326002-carbon-fiber-wheels.html

Since purchasing mine I had a close friend, also with a boxer who was keen on a set and contacted Dymag direct. Unfortunately for him and others, Dymag is no longer making Carbon wheels for the 11S (or any bike?). It appears mine were the last set made, so they truly are unobtanium now. A couple of pics just prior to unpacking:









I cannot adequately put into words the dynamic metamorphosis. It is simply staggering.

As is well known, I have two Aprilia's, one with the factory cast, the other with factory forged OZ wheels. The OE cast wheels (Aprilia/BMW) are very similar in weight. There's more of a difference between the forged OZ and the BMW Dymag than one might initially think. Dynamically the difference between them is overwhelming with the objective resolutional difference between my Dymag shod boxer vs the stocker being HUGELY more impressive than is the difference between the two Aprilia's.

Mine, being the very last iteration as Dymag previously made them with rather industrial appearing rotor carriers. You'll also note the silver/gray badging versus the so-close-to-mandarin, orange. Here's a photo grab of a set which were being offered here a while ago which were unsurprisingly snapped up rather briskly.





J.S.

[Jozef Schumann]

New BRAKING rotors vs. ARASHI two piece composite.

Note the complete wheel weight difference.

BRAKING 19.5 vs Arashi 20.55 lbs.









Over one full pound. This is significant as less energy is required to move/stop (Accel/Decel) lighter objects. The benefits of reduced unsprung mass and a lower moment of inertia is also noteworthy just adding to the advantages Dymag wheels provide. Also obvious is the increase in pad swept area which provides a superior lever feel. Thermal consistency reducing warpage are also beneficial factors. Having both GALFER as well as BRAKING fitted to machines in the past, I find them both exceptional and certainly superior to the Arashi which were temporarily installed for their admittedly subjective cosmetic attributes.

More photos to come.

J.S.

[Jozef Schumann]

J.S.

[Swamper]

Neat stuff.

[Droptarotter]

Originally Posted by flatbutt

How resilient are those wheels when it comes to potholes?

I wondering this also when I contemplated my BST wheels, but I got about the same answer as Jozef did.

Get them if you want them.

Cheers

[Chris Canning]

Not going to confess how many bikes I have with either Dymags or BST’s their an addiction the difference they make particularly the front, and yes they wear well having gone down an almighty pothole today have to say even made me wince but still good.

As for the bike...went the same route some years ago from big tank to wheels and fuelling, you need a change of gearing makes a major difference

[ckcarr]

Does anyone know who makes the BMW carbon fiber wheels on the S1000rr ?

Just asking out of idle curiosity...

[Jozef Schumann]

Originally Posted by ckcarr

Does anyone know who makes the BMW carbon fiber wheels on the S1000rr ?

Just asking out of idle curiosity...

Craig,

In chatting with a learned group of enthusiast's whilst in Austria this was one of the topics and ThyssenKrupp was mentioned, however - this was the general consensus. Personally, I am not certain but would not at all be surprised as several of the attendees were suitably knowledgeable. ThyssenKrupp ranks up there on every conceivable level certainly capable of meeting the highest of any OEM's requirements.

Take a look here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxuYa196pgE

also - here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RbJbh2PraI

If Porsche's requirements can be met - surely then can BMW's.

Quite plausible though not absolute is my take.

J.S.