Where is the mating plug on a BMW K75?
That plug fits into its mating plug found on the RIGHT side of the frame not far from the computer and battery, and it has a green-yellow wire and a green-red wire. Cut the plug, join those two wires neatly, use shrink tubing over them. Keep in mind that if you bypass the switch, you eliminated a safety item.
What’s the ignition switch on a BMW K series?
❍Bypassing the K1100 Sidestand Switch – Bruce Keahey (January 2001) ❍Cleaning the K Bike Ignition Switch – “Mr Bill” Wagaman ❍Headlight Switch Repair/Cleaning – Don Eilenberger (April 1998) ❍More on Headlight Switch Cleaning – Leo Horishny (September 1998)
Why is my side stand not working on my BMW K?
Side-stand switch: Many a K bike owner has had problems with the sidestand switch. The switch is in the circuit for the fuel pump relay coil, and if the switch is not electrically closed, the fuel pump will not operate. Those of us with sidecar rigs simply remove the switch and join the wires.
How to repair a BMW K Series engine?
❍K75 Output Shaft Seal Replacement – Jon Diaz – With help from Rob Lentini and Tom Coradeschi (Updated September 2000) ❍Output Shaft Noise Diagnosis & Repair – John Brown (January 2000) ❍Output Shaft Noise Diagnosis II – Spike Cornelius (January 2001) ❍Repair a Weepy Valve Cover – Tom Coradeschi (January 2001)
Is there a starter sprag clutch for a BMW?
A description of starting problems, starter sprag clutch, various fixes, photos, etc., are an article entitled “Starter Clutches In K Series Bikes”, published in BMW Owners News, authored by Paul Glaves, in the December 2004 issue. I recommend you obtain a copy of that article.
When did I buy my first BMW K75?
My first BMW was a ’92 K75S. It was a fun bike. It was easy to work on, and work on it I did. I did a partial restoration on a bike that had sat virtually unused for two years, outside, uncovered, under a fir tree dropping needles, in close proximity to salt water. Bought it for $2000 for it and sold it for $4500.
That plug fits into its mating plug found on the RIGHT side of the frame not far from the computer and battery, and it has a green-yellow wire and a green-red wire. Cut the plug, join those two wires neatly, use shrink tubing over them. Keep in mind that if you bypass the switch, you eliminated a safety item.
How to rebuild a BMW K series motorcycle?
❍K1100 Cartridge Fork Notes – Jon Diaz (March 1997) ❍Notes on the Fluidbloc Steering Damper – Cal BMW, Rob Lentini (April 1995) ❍Showa Fork Rebuild – Clarence Dold (May 1999) ❍Steering Bearing Removal (K1100) – Garry Campbell (January 2001) ❍Steering Bearing Removal, Another Method – Peter Rihoy (June 2001)
How does ABS work on a BMW foot brake?
In this case a plunger masterminds the volume of brake fluid and, accordingly, the pressure acting on the brake whenever ABS is active. The brake lever (that is the hand brake or foot brake lever) is hydraulically separated in the ABS mode by a mechanical ball valve thus avoiding any kind of pressure pulse the rider might feel on the lever.
When did BMW start using ABS on motorcycles?
ABS was also introduced as a standard feature on BMW Motorrad’s entry level F650GS in the year 2000. This is a BOSCH valve system without an integral function, since compact dimensions, very low weight, and an attractive price are the essential criteria for the lighter motorcycles in this segment.
What kind of electronics does a BMW K bike have?
BMU : The K bike incorporates a lot of electronics besides the ABS computer, instrument pod, & Jetronic or Motronic computer. One such item is the B ulb (lamp) M onitoring U nit, which may be called a ‘relay’ on schematic legends.
BMU : The K bike incorporates a lot of electronics besides the ABS computer, instrument pod, & Jetronic or Motronic computer. One such item is the B ulb (lamp) M onitoring U nit, which may be called a ‘relay’ on schematic legends.
Why is my brake light not working on my BMW K?
If the brake lamp current is too low (lamp burned-out, or an LED substituted) the delta dash lamp will be illuminated, and will not be turned off by the use of the front and rear brake. Adding lamps that draw considerable current (incandescent lamps) will possibly overheat the lousy factory soldering job at the reed relay connections.
When does the warning lamp turn off on a BMW K?
In normal operation, application of both brakes, simultaneously or one after the other, turns the warning lamp off after any self-checks.