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Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 07-08-2016, 07:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 930
Posted By Chris Hodgson
They are doing a pressure test of the valves and...

They are doing a pressure test of the valves and leak down of the cylinders, any engine that dosen't pass is repaired before moving on. The assembly line is VERY impressive and afterwards one wonders...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 11-05-2015, 04:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,696
Posted By Chris Hodgson
We always found lap times were controlled more by...

We always found lap times were controlled more by the suspension and the rider than the output of the motor ;>) (within class limits, of course). The exhaust valves are hollow stem, sodium cooled...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 11-05-2015, 11:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,696
Posted By Chris Hodgson
Well, maybe or maybe not. We won the 8 hours of...

Well, maybe or maybe not. We won the 8 hours of Daytona with a full exhaust and no remapping or any other changes - the bike ran great the whole time, running full throttle for most of each lap.
...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 01-15-2014, 05:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 567
Posted By Chris Hodgson
Unhappy The slipper clutch only fits 1200s, sorry for the...

The slipper clutch only fits 1200s, sorry for the poor description.

Chris
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 12-14-2013, 05:45 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,821
Posted By Chris Hodgson
Those Accord heads look like they have been...

Those Accord heads look like they have been extrude honed, not a good process when you have metals that have different hardness; around the valve seats ( the most important part of the port) it will...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 10-29-2013, 02:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,766
Posted By Chris Hodgson
There is no class for 1100cc motors so using...

There is no class for 1100cc motors so using their rules - class would be P- production frame P- production engine Over 1000cc = 1350
So the class would be P-P 1350. A Suzuki has the record at...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 10-29-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,766
Posted By Chris Hodgson
The trouble with using a R1100s is the record for...

The trouble with using a R1100s is the record for that bike (P-P 1350) is 211, that speed is not possible with that bike... Get an S1000rr, even if you don't set a record, it will raise the hair on...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 10-25-2013, 02:46 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 16,272
Posted By Chris Hodgson
Less than 15K Chris

Less than 15K

Chris
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 10-25-2013, 10:33 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 16,272
Posted By Chris Hodgson
I just finished sitting on the only bike in the...

I just finished sitting on the only bike in the US. It is very small, something you don't realize just looking at the pictures, it is also very light and very cool. This the first time anyone has...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 01-15-2011, 08:36 AM
Replies: 598
Views: 47,992
Posted By Chris Hodgson
Well, I sure got a lot of people upset now didn't...

Well, I sure got a lot of people upset now didn't I? Look again at the photos of the connection and tell me that looks like a good connection, then look at the failed part and tell me how you...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 01-14-2011, 06:49 AM
Replies: 598
Views: 47,992
Posted By Chris Hodgson
This wheel was NOT on a racing bike and was very...

This wheel was NOT on a racing bike and was very new, like 2000 miles new and we know what it went through - normal use. Go back and look at the joint between the spoke and rim and tell me who would...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 01-13-2011, 05:26 PM
Replies: 598
Views: 47,992
Posted By Chris Hodgson
The rider following him saw the rear of the bike...

The rider following him saw the rear of the bike drop suddenly, like the shock failed; a moment before he went down. Little other damage to the bike other than the wheel...

Chris
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 01-13-2011, 05:13 PM
Replies: 598
Views: 47,992
Posted By Chris Hodgson
A nick should not cause total failure of a wheel,...

A nick should not cause total failure of a wheel, there needs to be a large margin of safety on something so critical.

Chris
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 01-13-2011, 04:47 PM
Replies: 598
Views: 47,992
Posted By Chris Hodgson
BST wheel - junk

I have been biting my tongue for some time now, I cannot any more. One of our customers had a BST wheel come apart on him at Thunderhill, damm near killed him. I am posting a couple of photos here to...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 01-09-2011, 07:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,154
Posted By Chris Hodgson
Just to clarify, our sprockets change the cam...

Just to clarify, our sprockets change the cam timing in crank degrees; since that is how cam timing is expressed.

Chris
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 07-16-2009, 09:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 419
Posted By Chris Hodgson
Thunderhill BMW track day

We, along with some other dealers are putting on a BMW only track day Sept. 20 (a Sunday!) and have a few spots left if anyone wants to join us. The cost is $220 for the day and includes lunch. Brian...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 04-14-2009, 01:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,656
Posted By Chris Hodgson
We kinda messed up our bike at Buttonwillow:eek:...

We kinda messed up our bike at Buttonwillow:eek: so we haven't put one in yet...
When it is back together there will be one in for sure. Biran has already tried the Honda version and loves it.
...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 04-14-2009, 10:47 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,656
Posted By Chris Hodgson
The clutch is installed in a R1200 GS 2009, one...

The clutch is installed in a R1200 GS 2009, one of our long term bikes. As with any aftermarket part, the warranty is void on that part and anything related to it, but still valid on the rest of the...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 04-14-2009, 09:55 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,656
Posted By Chris Hodgson
Hey, the slipper clutch works great - and we have...

Hey, the slipper clutch works great - and we have a demo to try! Come on down and ride it before you damm it, they are very good. That a slipper didn't do it for you on some MX bike does not mean it...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 04-10-2009, 04:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,160
Posted By Chris Hodgson
To be honest with you, I haven't looked at cam...

To be honest with you, I haven't looked at cam specs in the last few years - and I used to be a nut over camshafts -but because in the recent past the rules we have raced under haven't allowed any...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 04-10-2009, 10:35 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,160
Posted By Chris Hodgson
I had some sprockets made for the front of the...

I had some sprockets made for the front of the R1200 motor that have 3 and 6 degree holes both + and - degrees so one can move the power were you may want it. They changes both cams at the same time....
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 04-10-2009, 10:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,160
Posted By Chris Hodgson
You could use our adjustable cam sprocket to...

You could use our adjustable cam sprocket to improve the mid-range...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 02-13-2009, 12:19 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,467
Posted By Chris Hodgson
We have now finalized our HP2 Sport mirror. It...

We have now finalized our HP2 Sport mirror. It replaces the standard bar end (it threads directly into the end of the bar, with just a touch of Locktite). We have found these to be nice and stable...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 12-10-2008, 11:33 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,467
Posted By Chris Hodgson
OK, here is picture of what I have in mind for a...

OK, here is picture of what I have in mind for a bar end mirror, the glass is convex so it has a wide field of view.http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploads14/CIMG02131228937525.jpg


Chris
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 12-09-2008, 02:56 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,467
Posted By Chris Hodgson
We have 3 designs, the simplest is a bar end...

We have 3 designs, the simplest is a bar end mirror.

Chris
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