What kind of ignition does a BMW r100r have?
When I removed the engine electrical components, I found the points housing was heavily corroded and the timing advance unit, also know as the automatic timing unit (ATU), was also corroded and rusty. It looked like water got inside the points housing and sat for awhile. The bike has a Dyna III electronic ignition installed.
What’s the timing mark on a BMW r100r?
Since this engine has heads with dual plugs, the ignition timing changes from the stock settings. Since there are two flame fronts expanding across the cylinder it takes less time to burn the mixture. This bike has the 6 Deg “S” timing mark with a line above and below the “S” mark.
Where can I buy parts for a BMW are series?
Simply select your model and you’ll be taken to a page where you can choose our MICROFICHE parts diagrams to browse BMW R-Series bike parts, or shop by category in the MARKETPLACE for accessories, service items, bike protection, performance add-ons, gadgets, and much more — all filtered for your model or type.
Why does MY BMW r100t clutch keep slipping?
My son’s R100T exhibits clutch slipping behavior when the machine is cold, especially on cold or cool days. After it runs for a while the slipping disappears. My theory (untested as of yet) is that the throwout bearing and/or actuator rod assembly is sticking in operation until it warms up.
How do you adjust the clutch on a BMW?
Put a piece of duct tape on the middle like a flag, write “BMW Clutch Adjustment 201mm” and you got a free BMW Special Tool. 6) The second adjustment is made at the rear of the transmission, using the adjuster screw and locknut on the clutch arm.
What was the original BMW airhead clutch plate?
1981 only clutch parts were troublesome, & there have been some nasty failures. There were some soft splines on these clutch discs, causing failure of transmission input shaft splines. The initial clutch friction disc, called officially the clutch plate, was 21-21-1-242-370.
When does BMW R100RT clutch come out of hibernation?
It’s getting close to that time of year when my ’82 R100RT comes out of its winter hibernation. For the past two years, the clutch has been slipping for the first week or so after I start riding it. It sits on its sidestand (I need a new centerstand) for about five months before waking up again.