... rod that caused a lot of problems.They switched to a steel rod on the R27.I think this is correct.I have a 56 and have been told at that age it must have...
@Harry, that's not completly true: only early models R26 came with a aluminum rod. After a few months production this was became standard a steel-rod with roll...
... Allan You guys are GOOD! Allan, you're right. Or at least I think so. My bike originally came from Canada. It has a Kph speedometer, so probably didn't...
When you buy the certificate they will send you a certificate that you can frame, but if you just want the info you can get in for free. Just email directly to...
... In 1999 a local paint shop repaired my R27 perforated fenders and dented tank, painted them, and striped them, for $750: http://tinyurl.com/753uq In 2005...
... On the 1960-69 twins and singles that I have had, either seat could be used. On my present 1966 R27 and 1966 R60/2 and 1969 R69US, I have used both solo...
Allan, Isn't that what I said? 'upwards of $2300' and 'top price of $2300' are for practical purposes much the same. Not everyone has access to your painter. I...
If you look at the photo section, Scotty's R27 you will see a $750.00 paint and stripe shop some three years after it was done. This repaint job included the...
It's cool that folks are getting paint done for under a grand, but I've yet to hear a real referral with critique of the work and contact information for the...
Hi all, The subject item is needed in decent condition. I've elected not to try and restore the severely rusted out tank in pile of parts I call a R25/3...
====================================== Isn't that what I said? 'upwards of $2300' and 'top price of $2300' are for practical purposes much the same. ...
============================= Strictly speaking they are not. But for practical purposes? How say you? ============================= I say nay! "Upwards of...
Steve, Some of the finest writers are engineers. I certainly enjoy reading what you have to say. Besides, it's stimulating to have someone disagree with me and...
David, That would be really nice for a custom finish, and would probably turn a lot of heads. Original BMW bikes before the R90S were neither clear coated nor...
I don't know anything about judging but seeing a paint job that looks like the bike has been dipped in plastic evokes memories of the white slip covered couch...
Guys, I agree with Richard on the paint and clear coat business. Factory bike at least on /2 didn't have that deep gloss look. I got mine done by this guy in...
Guys, I am in need of a R-27 engine. Any leads beside the one on Ebay (I have contact the fellow but have not had any response yet). I am in Bay area. Mine...
Hello, I won't debate anything here, but I'll describe what I have. When I bought the R26 it had been 'refurbished' about 5 years previously. The easy parts...
I need some assistance on how to properly charge the battery in my R27. I have a battery charger that has a 6-Volt Setting but the setting is 12Amp which seems...
Try this one (http://www.batteryweb.com/batteryminder-details.cfm?model=12106). I use over 25 of them (6, 12 and 24 Volt) on all my antique and classic bikes...
Gerhard, Thanks for your reply. I like the fact that it can be used to charge the battery as well as keep the batteries condition in good order. The link you...
Anthony, Just another comment: The 6V BatteryMinder charges at rate of 1 Amp which is enough to "top off" a small 11 Amp-Hour Battery; however, if the Battery...
Hello, Your charger's setting is 12 A, but the battery won't take so much. I remarked the battery draws more if discharged, and then, less and lesser, as...
