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in reply to: Been lied to all this years!!! #15698

Got this link….http://www.policemotorunits.com/id265.htmlNow I know!!!

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in reply to: Downloadable Newsletter #15119

This was a discussion point way back in 2007……………still nothing happend to date!!http://bmwor.org.nz/forum/index.php/topic,678.0.html

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in reply to: The TT2000 story…. #14890

The Beemer stats were 17.84 km/lt with 96 km/hr as average.So in total there was:....Total entries = 115Total riders at Dunedin start = 87 (pre-withdrawals & most no-shows from Chch-domiciled riders)Total riders completing TT = 79Total “did not finishes” = 8 (3 = had to go home halfway round, 5 mechanical/accident)Have a look at this YouTube clip: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z82WcahRKk0Most popular bike brands: Suzuki 26Honda 15BMW 11Triumph 9Kawasaki 8

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in reply to: Headlight bulbs #14761

Got the brighter whiter bulb in the Adventure for the last 6 years!!! Not replaced yet.

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in reply to: Fuel filter #14888

Ordered my parts from Motoworks for a grand total of GBP 117.97  — NZD 259.28 including postage and bank charges.!!!!BMW price $533.80 NZD.  So a big saving of $274.52

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in reply to: Fuel filter #14886

Thanks all for all the reply's…..good to see that there is heaps of info out there.!!

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in reply to: The TT2000 story…. #14889

More……

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in reply to: BMW GS Trophy Africa 2010 (F800GS) #14427

Final rankings for 2010 GS Trophy: 1 Team UK 152 Points, 2 Team South Africa 151 Points, 3 Team Nordic 149 Points, 4 Team Canada 124 Points, 5 Team USA 107 Points, 6 Team Alps 105 Points, 7 Team Spain 101 Points, 8 Team Germany 95 Points, 9 Team Italy 86 Points,     and finally, 10 Team Japan 54 Points.http://www.bmwmotorrad.co.za/Web/InfoLibrary/NewsIndex.aspx?id=337

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in reply to: BMW K1600LT on its way #12838

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/New-bikes/2010/june/jun1710-bmw-k1600lt-spy-pic/?WT.dcsvid=SilverpopMailing&WT.mc_id=MCN%20Newsletter%2022jun2010%20(1)New BMW K1600LT spy shot By Chris Newbigging - New bikes 17 June 2010 11:05This is the first picture showing BMW’s new six-cylinder K1600LT luxury tourer, due on sale next year.The new machine uses the forward-canted engine shown in the BMW Concept 6 show at the Milan Show.The pictures taken in California show everything you’d expect from a Honda Goldwing-rivalling tourer – a large fairing with adjustable screen, a large dual seat and a comfy bar position.  Full-size pannier and a large top box doubling a pillion backrest are standard, like the old K1200LT it effectively replaces, though that bike hasn’t been produced since 2007.Full story and the hi-res picture in next week’s MCN, on sale June 23.

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in reply to: New ACC Levies #12999

This is what I got back……..Michael Woodhouse to me show details Nov 17 (1 day ago) Dear Tharon Thank you for your email regarding the proposed increases in ACC motorcycle levies for 2010/11.  I’m responding to you directly as the Government’s representative in Dunedin. As you are probably aware, the final decision is made by Cabinet on the basis of ACC’s recommendations following the submissions process and you can be confident that the Corporation and Government have been made very aware of the views of motorcyclists on this issue. The levies ACC are recommending Government agree to, and which are the subject of the present consultation process, are extremely high and are unlikely to be agreed to.  Nevertheless, the incidents, severity and cost of motorcycle crash injuries are not reflected in current levies.  The cost of injuries in motorcycle crashes is about four times higher than injuries in other motor vehicle crashes.  It will be necessary to increase levies to more fairly reflect the true cost of treatment, rehabilitation and compensation of those injured in motorcycle accidents, but you can be confident that the voice of the motorcyclists has been well and truly heard. Thank you again for taking the time to write. Kind regards Michael Woodhouse MPDunedin +64 3 477 7330 l Wellington +64 4 817 8224

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in reply to: FIT ADDITIONAL HEADLIGHTS AND BE SEEN? #9067

My bike are fitted with extra lights. They work off the same switch as the high beam switch . Was done by BMW.When I brought my bike in with me from South Africa it went through all the tests from all the departments and passed. All they were interested in was the brake test report from BMW.In the meantime moved and took bike for WOF again. Also no problem.

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in reply to: R1150GS Fuel lines #9013

The 2001 model will make a buzzing noise when you switch the ignition on, ( that will be from the pump and injectors ) That will tell you that the injectors got fuel in the system.The bike start up with that fuel in the system.If you swap the pypes around, the bike will not start.The other thing to look at is the right hand side fuel cable, is it still in the adjusting cradle.

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in reply to: Privateer to Ride BMW 650 Xchallenge on the Dakar #8909

Lisbon, Friday the 4th of January 2008A.S.O. cancels the 2008 edition of the Dakar rallyAfter different exchanges with the French government - in particular the Ministry for Foreign Affairs - , and based on their firm recommendations, the organisers of the Dakar have taken the decision to cancel the 2008 edition of the rally, scheduled from the 5th to the 20th of January between Lisbon and Senegal’s capital.Based on the current international political tension and the murder of four French tourists last 24th of December linked to a branch of Al-Qaeda in Islamic Maghreb, but also and mainly the direct threats launched directly against the race by terrorist organisations, no other decision but the cancellation of the sporting event could be taken by A.S.O.A.S.O.’s first responsibility is to guarantee the safety of all: that of the populations in the countries visited, of the amateur and professional competitors, of the technical assistance personnel, of the journalists, partners and rally collaborators. A.S.O. therefore reaffirms that the choice of security is not, has never been and will never be a subject of compromise at the heart of the Dakar rally.A.S.O. condemns the terrorist menace that annihilates a year of hard work, engagement and passion for all the participants and the different actors of the world’s biggest off-road rally. Aware of the huge frustration, especially in Portugal, Morocco, Mauritania and Senegal, and beyond the general disappointment and the huge economical consequences in terms of direct and indirect repercussions for the countries visited, A.S.O. will continue to defend the major values of great sporting events and will carry on its engagement for a durable development through the Actions Dakar, started 5 years ago in sub-Saharan Africa with SOS Sahel International.The Dakar is a symbol and nothing can destroy symbols. The cancellation of the 2008 edition does not endanger the future of the Dakar. To offer, for 2009 a new adventure to all the off-road rally passionate is a challenge that A.S.O. will take on in the months to come, faithful to its engagement and its passion for sports. 😡 😡 😡 😡

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in reply to: Privateer to Ride BMW 650 Xchallenge on the Dakar #8905

A few BMW'S for the 2008 Dakar…..http://www.dakar.com/2008/DAK/RIDERS/us/r3_8-engages.html

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in reply to: Privateer to Ride BMW 650 Xchallenge on the Dakar #8903

I also wish for that! 😮      And so the English version is loaded now……………… 😡http://www.bmw-motorrad.co.za/bikes/news/default.asp?Id=853

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