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I would like to start a thread for problems riders experience on the twin models on the 800/650 class. (moderator please feel free to move it -i did search and could not find any definete thread about this) this is not about bad handling or soft front suspention, but actual issues, like bearing...

If it can hold a planes engine together at 15000 feet it surely it can be used to fix a puncture as well. or moulded to remove your tire..... took this yesterday on my way to bloem

Date:  22 Oct 2008 Place:  On Route to Beestekraal Noth-west province Riders: Solo The story: since i have been out riding every weekend the last 2 months the mussus suggested that i stay at home for a change.  it was a fair request and i agreed in order to ride another day.  this meant that i...

Date:  5 October 2008 Day:  Sunday Weather:  Sunny with light wind Journey time:  6.5 HOURS!!! Distance:  295 km Route: service roads, Highveld high speed gravel, single tracks (i think i went a couple of time through private propery.  Sorry) Detail:  This recce is forming part of a bigger...

since this is the first beemer that i own i am not so familiar with clutch operation and advise or any feedback would be appreciated  :deal: Model 2008 650 GS twin. milage 4000km Background:  about 1.5 months ago i suddenly felt the clutch change.  it engaged with the level pulled back about...

Date: 24 Sep 2008 - Wendsday Public holiday Time: 07h30 - 08h00 Meeting Place:  Total Garage Corner of Madeley and R21 Behind East Rand mall Co-ordinates:  Difficulty/Grade:  Gravel + some black stuff Distance:  no idea should be around 200 - 250km Duration:  +- 3 Hours or more Description: i...

Hi All I got my new lid month ago and have meen riding it in so to speak.  it fits snuggly and my head is happy in it.  no pressure points.  what has been happening lately - after about 1 hours ride in wind or dirt my ears become so painfull i can hardly take the lid off.  Thought it was the...

hi all WD friend introduced me to the site.  got my bike 2 weeks later.  thanks for all the info on the posts, ok i did a lot of research here without being a member.  humble appologies.  rode a 1977 400F 10 years ago and loved it.  it took me everywhere except on trails.  blown the topgasket...