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Hi there, Does anyone know someone in Durban that can help me sync my carbs? I have read many forums, and tried myself. I struggle quite a bit. Thanks Dennis

Hi, My BMW R60/6 is looking prime after some electrical issues got sorted and the bike got detailed by Wez. However, my right carb is overflowing. I play around with the tab that stops flow. If i make it too wide it starves the juice or if i make it too closed it over flows. This wkd I...

Hi, My charge light (Gen lamp) is not coming on and also my battery is not charging. Anyone got some ideas on where to start looking? Tx d

BMW R60/6 The bike runs fine, but when the engine is hot and when I go into neutral, the RPMs don't drop back down to their normal idle. The engine revs up, and high too. Secondly, when I then push down the choke, the revs go down? What could this be? Anyone had this issue?

Airheads What would be the order of thinking or application be in getting a R60 to run well after a full engine rebuild / restoration. 1. I have got her to start, but she spits and kicks, then wont start. Engine is turning, electrics good, etc. I just wanted some guidance here. 2. Secondly...

Does anyone know of a Helmet restoration expert in South Africa.

Hi, I want to order a full nut and bolt kit or new collection for a BMW R60/7... https://www.theboltguy.com/R60-6.htm I found this link... does anyone have some advice? thanks d

Hi Airheads Rebuilding and restoring this 1973 R60 BMW. I have built two café/brats bikes, but I want this lady to live forever in the glory she was created. Found her in the farm lands of KZN. Restoring, but with some unique touches. Thought I would share with you some photos and details so I...

Hi guys I need some help with some electrics here in Durban. We have just built a BMW 1978 R60/7 into a black Brat beast of death... Last thing on the list is the electrics. Does anyone know anyone in Durban that is really good and can help out. Doug is moving house, there are some other...

Hi Guys Anyone know of a mechanic who knows BMW engines and can rebuild a bugger for me in Durban. I spoke to Doug and he is SSOOO busy... will take forever. Otherwise I will have to send it to the V - master in PE. But im keen to learn through the process. Shot d

Hi guys Bought a R60/6 and the one carb has a broken atomizer for a Bing 53 carb. Any one got one of these they want to send me? I have to order a set from Volker, but all I need is this little buggar. I can pay if want...  ;D

Hi guys Anyone got an 1972 BMW R60/6 seat I can buy or refer me to a parts channel or someone. Just bought the bike, seat is rusted to crap. Going to probably have to remake it. Thanks

Hello, my first proper rebuild is about to commence. Proper in a sense of complete strip and rebuild. This bike is not mine, however a good friend / neighbour. We going to have some fun on this bugger. The history of the bike is that it has been standing for over two years. The engine was...