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Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 06-20-2023, 11:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,999
Posted By Meeni
That blinker-pod can be reformed by melting ABS...

That blinker-pod can be reformed by melting ABS in Acetone and forming it on top of a properly shaped piece of aluminum tape (don't ask how I know). It won't look good, but you can paint it with...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 04-13-2023, 02:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,702
Posted By Meeni
I replaced that bushing and it was split again...

I replaced that bushing and it was split again after 3 months. I just added greasing that ball-joint to the oil-change rotation now...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 04-13-2023, 02:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,531
Posted By Meeni
I use the same way for lifting the bike as Ckcarr...

I use the same way for lifting the bike as Ckcarr on the picture above. It is somewhat stable without strapping the bike, but I feel better having the bike tied-up to the sand. The stand itself is...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 02-20-2023, 08:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,896
Posted By Meeni
Fast idler cable not very effective

Hey all,

It's been a while I posted, but I have a new problem I couldn't find the solution for in the archives.

All the things I'm not happy/sure about:
1. My bike suffers from a...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 09-18-2022, 01:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,152
Posted By Meeni
I lost one of the thunb screws (my fault). I...

I lost one of the thunb screws (my fault). I contacted Sargent and they sent me replacements as a courtesy. The seat is very good, and the people even better there.
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 08-27-2021, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,372
Posted By Meeni
That's a good price for the most desirable trim....

That's a good price for the most desirable trim. It's got the thin pipes too. Enjoy :)
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 01-10-2021, 09:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,166
Posted By Meeni
Not sure how different v2 is from v1, but I have...

Not sure how different v2 is from v1, but I have the old v1, and they fit good enough. It's not a perfect fit (the saddle rider strap for the two side bags is a bit too large and cannot be reduced,...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 01-05-2021, 07:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,537
Posted By Meeni
I am using a H1 Cyclop for the high for years...

I am using a H1 Cyclop for the high for years now, it works good.

I'm still using a cheap DDM HID for the H7 low that is soldiering on years after years, no bulb color-shift yet (thing it's been...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 03-06-2020, 06:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,532
Posted By Meeni
Some people complain that it can collect water...

Some people complain that it can collect water condensate and cause poor performance. Never experienced this problem and I live in the humid south east.
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 02-17-2020, 09:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,532
Posted By Meeni
I built my own relocation kit a couple of years...

I built my own relocation kit a couple of years ago, here's what I did

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B6zqayC8DIw-ZzJJaVZ6OUloVU0

I did loose one of the collars on the road some 4 years...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 12-04-2019, 08:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,429
Posted By Meeni
You'll break it. The blue paint is weaker than...

You'll break it. The blue paint is weaker than the glue, so the paint will stay on the glue (and the bike) instead of inside the emblem.

Good news is a replacement part is not that expensive.
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 10-11-2019, 05:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,921
Posted By Meeni
I am getting close to a 30k miles service, I'll...

I am getting close to a 30k miles service, I'll start there, adjust valves, throttle body sync and all that and see.


I thought about that, to be honest it kind of started at the same time I...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 10-10-2019, 07:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,921
Posted By Meeni
R11S: hole in power band

I kinda remember this being discussed but I couldn't find the thread, so here we go again.

The bike power curve has poor response when accelerating from 3k5/4k rpm. I do not remember it being...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 09-25-2019, 02:02 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,086
Posted By Meeni
It is said that it fixes the ugly rattle when...

It is said that it fixes the ugly rattle when starting the bike cold. That noise is scary, but then it's been doing that for 10 years on mine with no ill-effects thus far, so...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 09-25-2019, 01:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,970
Posted By Meeni
If you have ABS you will find an extra 'ring'...

If you have ABS you will find an extra 'ring' inside the brake disk; that's the ABS wheel spin sensor.
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 08-08-2019, 02:45 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 14,791
Posted By Meeni
Still looks good and not outdated. I parked it...

Still looks good and not outdated. I parked it outside a bar last week, I had 4 person an hour stop and make a round of the bike, comment, and point a pretty bits.
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 07-31-2019, 08:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,308
Posted By Meeni
You need to make a speciality tool by cutting a...

You need to make a speciality tool by cutting a window in a 21 long socket. That way you can turn the outer bolt while at the same time holding the assembly in place with a allen key in the center....
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 07-15-2019, 02:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,696
Posted By Meeni
You should start from an R11xxR or a Rockster....

You should start from an R11xxR or a Rockster. You will have to remove all S specific parts and find where/how to relocate all the electrical boxes that are under the front fairing. Sounds like a lot...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 07-15-2019, 02:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,569
Posted By Meeni
The real problem with the high H7 HID is the...

The real problem with the high H7 HID is the awful long time it takes to get to full brightness. THat's where the LED H7 is saving the day, putting out a lot of light without the long startup time. ...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 07-07-2019, 09:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,301
Posted By Meeni
Link to the modern listing of the unit, the...

Link to the modern listing of the unit, the original one is gone.
https://www.highflowfuel.com/i-35463088-quantum-intank-efi-fuel-pump-for-bmw-r1100-1992-2007-replaces-16141341231.html
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 07-04-2019, 11:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,301
Posted By Meeni
Ah, if you store for any period of time the...

Ah, if you store for any period of time the rubber parts that hold the pump in place (at the top and bottom), you need to keep them in a bath of fuel. They shrink severely if stored dry, and you...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 07-04-2019, 11:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,301
Posted By Meeni
The RMA process is now complete and the bike back...

The RMA process is now complete and the bike back on the road. The folks at Quantum (the new name of Walbro) have been easy to work with, and sent me a replacement for the cost of shipping ($9). The...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 06-25-2019, 10:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,858
Posted By Meeni
The bottom plug always looks fooled with oil when...

The bottom plug always looks fooled with oil when you pull it out. Still runs just fine, but not super clear it does anything in practice given the sad looking prongs.
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 06-12-2019, 09:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,129
Posted By Meeni
Is there an epidemic market for counterfeit...

Is there an epidemic market for counterfeit helmets on ebay? There's quite a range of items I would not buy on ebay for that exact reason.

A helmet without a DOT mark to the US is totally useless...
Forum: BMW R1100S / R1200S Tech Forum 05-22-2019, 09:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,301
Posted By Meeni
I contacted the seller, and they want me to...

I contacted the seller, and they want me to initiate a RMA. I need to ship the pump to them on my dime before they tell me if they'll replace. I need to verify shipping cost to see if the warranty...
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