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BMW R1100RT-P Recall
BMW R1100RT-P Recall NOTE: These recalls are presented as a public safety resource. For more information, visit your local BMW Motorcycle dealer or visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website. Make : BMW Models : R1100RT-P Years: 1998-2001 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 01V198000 Recall Date : MAY 22, 2001 Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL Potential Number Of Units Affected : 990 Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: …
BMW R1200C Recall
BMW R1200C Recall NOTE: These recalls are presented as a public safety resource. For more information, visit your local BMW Motorcycle dealer or visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website. BMW Models : R1200C Years: 2000 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 00V289000 Recall Date : SEP 22, 2000 Component: SEATS:MOTORCYCLE Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1636 Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. …
BMW K1200RS Recall
BMW K1200RS Recall NOTE: These recalls are presented as a public safety resource. For more information, visit your local BMW Motorcycle dealer or visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website. Make : BMW Models : K1200RS Years: 1998-2000 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 00V264000 Recall Date : SEP 08, 2000 Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Potential Number Of Units Affected : 2368 …
BMW F650GS Dakar Recall
BMW F650GS Dakar Recall NOTE: These recalls are presented as a public safety resource. For more information, visit your local BMW Motorcycle dealer or visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website. BMW Model : F650GS DAKAR Year : 2001 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 00V267000 Recall Date : SEP 08, 2000 Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Potential Number Of Units Affected : …
BMW R850R Recall – BMW R1100R Recall
BMW R850R Recall – BMW R1100R Recall NOTE: These recalls are presented as a public safety resource. For more information, visit your local BMW Motorcycle dealer or visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website. Models: BMW R850R Years: 1996-1997 BMW R1100R Years: 1995-1997 Number Involved: 2,000 Dates of Manufacture: October 1994 – August 1996 NHTSA Recall No.: …
BMW Motorcycle Traction Control
BMW Announces Motorcycle Automatic Stability Control System BMW has announced the availability of their first motorcycle “stability control” (looks like traction control to us) system for street bikes. The system uses the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS system and advances it from a stand-alone solution acting only on the brakes into a fully networked all-around system. …
Vintage BMW Motorcycles
50 YEARS AGO: MIRACLE AT MONZA Photos and Text Courtesy and Copyright BMW AG Monza, 12th September 1954: In the Italian Grand Prix, Wilhelm Noll with Fritz Cron in the sidecar were the first to see the checkered flag from their fully faired BMW sidecar combination. The upshot: it was the first the World Sidecar Championship …
BMW S1000RR – Part 4
BMW S 1000 RR SuperSports Street Motorcycle Part 4: Electrics, Body, Colors, Accessories and Specifications BMW S1000RR SuperSports Street Bike Report: Part 1 Overall Concept and Features Part 2 Drivetrain Part 3 Suspension and Running Gear Part 4 Page 4 Includes: 1. Electric and Electronics 2. Body and Design 3. Range of Equipment 4. Range of Colors 5. Engine …
BMW S1000RR – Part 3
BMW S 1000 RR SuperSports Street Motorcycle – Part 3: Suspension BMW S1000RR SuperSports Street Bike Report: Part 1 Overall Concept and Features Part 2 Drivetrain Part 3 Suspension and Running Gear Part 4 Page 4 Includes: 1. Electric and Electronics 2. Body and Design 3. Range of Equipment 4. Range of Colors 5. Engine Output and Torque Chart …
BMW S1000RR – Part 2
BMW S 1000 RR SuperSports Street Motorcycle – Part 2: Drivetrain BMW S1000RR SuperSports Street Bike Report: Part 1 Overall Concept and Features Part 2 Drivetrain Part 3 Suspension and Running Gear Part 4 Page 4 Includes: 1. Electric and Electronics 2. Body and Design 3. Range of Equipment 4. Range of Colors 5. Engine …
Plexus Plastic Cleaner
Plexus Plastic Cleaner Manufacturer’s Information Manufacturer: Plexus Category: polish Type: Aerosol Can, 13 oz. (369 g) Retail Price: $9.95 Made In: U.S.A. Claims – “Developed for use in aviation. Cleans, protects and polishes clear and colored plastics”, For Use On – Clear and colored plastic, Perspex, Lucite, Plexiglas, Fiberglass, ABS, Lexan, Acrylite and other acrylics, including painted surfaces. Claimed …
S100 Detail & Wax
S100 Detail & Wax Manufacturer’s Information Manufacturer: S100 Cycle Care Products Category: Quick wax, cleaner, polish Type: Aerosol can, 10 oz. (283 ml) Retail Price: $8.95 Made In: Germany Retailers: Try Top of the Line in the U.S.A. Claims – “Cleans, shines & waxes in one easy step…without water. For touch-up cleaning and detailing. Terrific ‘finishing touch’ after …
Mr. Moto Motorcycle Wash
Mr. Moto Motorcycle Wash Manufacturer’s Information Category: Motorcycle wash Manufacturer: Mr. Moto Products Type: Plastic Bottle, 32 oz. (947 ml) Retail Price: $8.32 Made In: U.S.A. Claims – “Specially formulated for motorcycles; removes tough stains; won’t streak or spot.” For Use On – Entire motorcycle. Claimed Features – Use with dirt bikes or street bikes. Floats away grease. Creates sheeting action that …
S100 Wheel Cleaner
S100 Wheel Cleaner Manufacturer’s Information Category: Wheel cleaner Manufacturer: S100 Cycle Care Products Type: Spray bottle, 500 ml (16.9 oz.) Retailers: Try Hawg-Wash in the U.S.A. Retail Price: $9.95 Made In: Germany Claims – “pH controlled, will not react with any type of wheel, brake or system component”. “Yields 50% more cleaning power”. For Use On – Painted and chrome wheels. Claimed Features – …
ProtectAll Motorcycle Wash
ProtectAll Motorcycle Wash Manufacturer’s Information Category: Motorcycle wash Manufacturer: ProtectAll Type: Plastic Bottle, 16 oz. (473 ml) Retail Price: $5.00 Made In: U.S.A Claims – “Quick & easy; no rinsing; no hose; no streaks; no spots” For Use On – Vehicles, windows, floors, more. Claimed Features – Conserves water, won’t remove wax, no rinsing Application – Mix 1 oz. per gallon of water, …
LustreLab LXR Motorcycle Wash
LustreLab LXR Motorcycle Wash We’re nearing springtime here in the northern hemisphere, and that means that motorcycles will come out of storage to get cleaned and prepped for another riding season. We’ve been using a truckload of motorcycle wash, polish and cleaner products over the last few months, and we’ll be reporting on them with a …
Meguiar’s Extra All Surface Cleaner
Meguiar’s Extra All Surface Cleaner Manufacturer’s Information Category: Engine degreaser – cleaner Manufacturer: Meguiar’s Type: Spray bottle, 32 oz. (912 ml) Retail Price: $8.99 Made In: U.S.A. Claims – “Degreases everything from engines to BBQ grills. Cleans rubber, vinyl, metal, tile and plastic.” For Use On – “Almost any surface”. Claimed Features – “Contains no ingredients that could cause corrosion or discoloration. Non-toxic, …
Collinite Wax
Collinite Wax Product reviews, by their very nature, are a narrative of the evaluator’s opinions, feelings and biases. And you know what? That’s fine! There’s nothing wrong with it whatsoever — in fact, that’s what a review is all about. Sure, there’s some objectivity thrown in here and there, but opinions are much more fun. …
Motorex Clean & Polish
Motorex Clean & Polish Manufacturer’s Information Manufacturer: Motorex Category: Quick wax, cleaner, polish Type: Aerosol Can, 500 ml (16.9 oz.) Retail Price: $7.95 Made In: Switzerland Claims – Non-streaking, lasting shine. For Use On – Metal, plastic and painted surfaces. Claimed Features – Cleans and polishes. Application – Spray on, allow to set for 1 minute, polish with clean …
Motorex Protect & Shine 645
Motorex Protect & Shine 645 Manufacturer’s Information Manufacturer: Motorex Category: Quick wax, polish Type: Aerosol Can, 500 ml (16.9 oz.) Retail Price: $7.99 Made In: Switzerland Claims – “One step detailer. Quickly cleans and waxes.” For Use On – Metal, plastic and varnish (sic) surfaces. Also rubber and leather. Claimed Features – “Protects and gives a mirror-like finish”. …
Meguiar’s NXT Generation Spray Wax
Meguiar’s NXT Generation Spray Wax Manufacturer’s Information Manufacturer: Meguiar’s Category: Quick wax, polish Type: Spray bottle, 710 ml (24 oz.) Retail Price: $10.99 Made In: U.S.A. Claims – “Easy to use booster wax maintains gloss and protection created by NXT Tech Wax.” For Use On – Painted surfaces that have been treated withMeguiar’s NXT Next Generation Tech …
Meguiar’s Quik Wax
Meguiar’s Quik Wax Manufacturer’s Information Manufacturer: Meguiar’s Category: Wax, polish Type: Spray bottle, 473 ml (16 oz.) Retail Price: $5.99 Made In: U.S.A. Claims – “Creates deep gloss with carnauba wax protection.” For Use On – Painted surfaces. Claimed Features – “Mist and wipe. Wax your car in minutes. Deepens the color of your paint. Gently cleans the …
ProtectAll All-Surface Care with Carnauba Wax
ProtectAll All-Surface Care with Carnauba Wax Manufacturer’s Information Manufacturer: ProtectAll Category: Quick wax, cleaner, polish Type: Spray, Can, 13.5 oz. (383 g) Retail Price: $10.00 Made In: U.S.A. Claims – “Polishes, waxes, treats, protects” For Use On – Paint, fiberglass, clear coat, gel coat, aluminum, chrome, stainless steel, Plexiglas, glass, wood, plastic, vinyl, rubber, finished leather, more. …
Britemax #6S Spray & Shine Quick Polish – Detail Spray
Britemax #6S Spray & Shine Quick Polish – Detail Spray Manufacturer’s Information Category: Motorcycle quick polish, wax Manufacturer: Metal Master/Britemax Type: Spray bottle, 24 oz. Retail Price: $14.95 Made In: U.S.A. More Britemax Products: Britemax Black Max Swirl Remover | Britemax Review Intro | Britemax Metal Polish | Britemax Spray & Shine | Grime Out Claims – “High gloss “wet look” detail spray for quick …
Britemax “Black Max” Ultra-Fine Polish and Glaze
Britemax “Black Max” Ultra-Fine Polish and Glaze Manufacturer’s Information Category: Motorcycle polish, swirl and “spider web” fine scratch remover. Manufacturer: Britemax Type: Liquid, bottle, 16 oz. Retail Price: $14.95 Made In: U.S.A. More Britemax Products: Britemax Black Max Swirl Remover | Britemax Review Intro | Britemax Metal Polish | Britemax Spray & Shine | Grime Out Claims – “Extremely fine finessing pad polish for show …
BMW C1-E Electric Scooter
BMW Revives the C1-E Concept for Urban Travel 1990’s BMW C1 Now With Electric Motor Proposed as Solution for Urban Travel BMW fans will remember the BMW C1 from the 1990’s; an interesting and unique scooter with a cover that did not require a helmet for the rider. About 10,000 C1’s were manufactured by BMW …
Britemax Grime Out
Britemax Grime Out Manufacturer’s Information Manufacturer: Metal Master/Britemax Type: Spray bottle, 24 oz. Category: Motorcycle degreaser, cleaner Retail Price: $14.95 Made In: U.S.A. More Britemax Products: Britemax Black Max Swirl Remover | Britemax Review Intro | Britemax Metal Polish | Britemax Spray & Shine | Grime Out Notes: Also available in gallon jugs as a concentrate for $29.95; can be diluted for various uses. …
BMW K1200GT
BMW has been busy this year! They have also just announced the K 1200 GT, a sport-touring version of theK 1200 S super-sport bike. The motorcycle has a larger fairing and small saddlebags and it looks like a fun ride. More information will be posted when available. UPDATE: July 2007 – The BMW K 1200 GT …
BMW K1200S
BMW Announces the K1200S High-Performance Sports Bike It’s finally here! The time for speculation is over. Now it’s official: the K 1200 S has arrived! In motorcycling as in boxing, the unexpected moves are sometimes the most effective. BMW, successful for more than eight decades with reliable, durable and, well… sensible motorcycles, has unleashed a …
BMW K1200R Sport
BMW Announces the New K 1200 R Sport The new K 1200 R Sport is the fourth model in the BMW’s most powerful model series. As the model designation already indicates, the new K 1200 R Sport is based on the BMW K 1200 R.Perhaps the most essential feature of the new K 1200 R Sport …
BMW G650 X-Series Motorcycle Specifications
Here’s everything you need to know and more about the new and curiously named BMW Xchallenge, Xcountry and Xmoto G650 single cylinder series of motorcycles. Following is a lightly edited and translated text version of the huge BMW .pdf press release. Following that are images of the torque and horsepower curves, available colors and a …
Vintage and Antique BMW Motorcycles
BMW Motorcycle Restoration and Painting and Vintage BMW’s: John Borella (CT) does Glasurit paint, sheet metal restoration, pin striping, gas tank restoration and rebuilding and painting on vintage and modern BMW’s; no website, call 860-774-5535 | “Vech” is a famous BMW vintage motorcycle restoration expert; his shop is called Bench Mark Works; he also makes the …
BMW R 1200 S
BMW Announces the New R 1200 S The following information is an English translation of the German press kit and some information and specifications may not apply to the U.S. models. Further information and dates of expected U.S. availability will be provided at a later date. Text and photos courtesy of BMW AG. Concept and …
BMW K1200R
The New K 1200 R Combines a Bold Image With High Technology Just when you thought the growing “naked bike” segment – sportbikes shorn of their plastic wrappers, unveiled for all to see – was all about showing off and nothing about substance and style, here comes the 2006 BMW K 1200 R. Unlike the …
BMW HP2 Motorcycle
BMW Announces the BMW HP2 A dream of many Boxer fans is coming true: BMW Motorcycles has presented a truly uncompromising, sporting and exceptionally light enduro – the new BMW HP2, a Boxer built for the off-road enthusiast and the most demanding tracks in the world. Purist, but nevertheless stylish and perfectly equipped with the …
