http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/-t1.htm Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:36:12 GMT 10 http://i84.servimg.com/u/f84/12/04/33/38/bmw_mc11.jpg http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/-t1.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/h-d-shuts-down-the-buell-brand-t1126.htm Richard H From www.jsonline.com/blogs/business/64359207.html " BUELL OFFICIALS THANK CUSTOMERS, DEALERS AND EMPLOYEES FOR UNFORGETTABLE RIDE EAST TROY, Wis. -- (Thursday, October 15, 2009) Buell Motorcycle Company officials thanked the company’s customers, employees and dealers for an unforgettable ride, following today’s announcement by Harley-Davidson, Inc. that it will discontinue the Buell® product line as part of Harley-Davidson’s go-forward business strategy. The new long-term strategy ... BIKES in general Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:36:12 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/h-d-shuts-down-the-buell-brand-t1126.htm#12764 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/h-d-shuts-down-the-buell-brand-t1126.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/adventure-magazine-t1124.htm dakardrix

Read here, as well as all the back issues: http://adventuremagazine.co.za/]]> BIKES in general Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:25:54 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/adventure-magazine-t1124.htm#12724 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/adventure-magazine-t1124.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/people-their-bikes-and-t304.htm JR and the modifications they deemed fit. Thought to share this with you, not to make fun of this guy(s) but to illustrate how very different our views of the same thing can be……..which is not necessarily bad. I for one do not expect someone else to think the same way I do but every now and again, I’m simply amazed by the view point of some. To sidetrack a bit, saw pictures the other day of a previous Honda Transalp owner and now GS owner……….he replaced all the BMW decals and badges ... BIKES in general Sat, 23 Aug 2008 06:47:13 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/people-their-bikes-and-t304.htm#2729 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/people-their-bikes-and-t304.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/non-white-t1116.htm dakardrix Reading about Dave's Osram Nightbreakers, I was reminded to send info to Gemmerkat on the legality of non-white headlights. Here is a discussion on it from the Wild Dogs... http://www.wilddog.za.net/forum/index.php?topic=38037.0 ...and the mentioned Act: http://www.acts.co.za/rt_nrta/regs_181_colour_of_lights.htm National Road Traffic Act, 1996 National Road Traffic Regulations, 1999 Chapter VI : Fitness of Vehicles Part II : Equipment on or in respect of vehicles 181. ... BIKES in general Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:21:11 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/non-white-t1116.htm#12646 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/non-white-t1116.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/extended-warranty-on-bikes-t1101.htm deonp My bike, a 2007 1200GS, is now just coming out of the 2 year Factory Warranty from BMW. I always worry that should something go wrong out of the Warranty Period what would it cost to repair. I know BMW are very good about sorting out problems even out of the Warranty period, but just for piece of mind, I decided to get an Extended Warranty from Bavaria on Sat.morning. They have a product which they sell for +/- R3700 for 2 year cover.(depending on bike ) AND you can transfer ... BIKES in general Mon, 12 Oct 2009 04:57:14 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/extended-warranty-on-bikes-t1101.htm#12507 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/extended-warranty-on-bikes-t1101.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/isn-t-she-just-beautiful-t1052.htm Marnus ]]> BIKES in general Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:47:26 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/isn-t-she-just-beautiful-t1052.htm#11812 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/isn-t-she-just-beautiful-t1052.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/for-the-technojunkies-t1045.htm Richard H For those of you who are irresistibly curious about your BMW's Hi-tech wiring and operating systems, here is some insight into the world of the electronics on your Berlin-built baby.... http://www.bmwra.org/otl/canbus/ There will be a two hour exam paper at the end of the training session. Those who fail to make the cut will be required to rely on Dealer-based technicians to keep their babies running... BIKES in general Wed, 09 Sep 2009 06:20:14 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/for-the-technojunkies-t1045.htm#11758 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/for-the-technojunkies-t1045.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/adventure-magazine-issue-2-t840.htm dakardrix For those who haven't seen this... ________________________________________ From: Stephen de Vries [mailto@adventuremagazine.co.za] Sent: 20 May 2009 02:21 PM To: info@adventuremagazine.co.za Subject: Adventure Magazine Issue 2 - Available for viewing. Hi Readers. For those of you who don’t know yet, Issue 2 is available for download or viewable online by means of the Flash pager. To view the magazine online - http://www.adventuremagazine.co.za/live or ... BIKES in general Wed, 20 May 2009 19:04:53 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/adventure-magazine-issue-2-t840.htm#9327 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/adventure-magazine-issue-2-t840.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/k53-riding-school-t1005.htm Kiteman My Learners is expiring soon (in fact in 5 weeks) and I am not in the mood for the Gauteng Shared Services phone line to try and get an appointment. Any suggestions on a reputable driving school in the Centurion area that can arrange your K53 appointment? It was suggested that I should try Rayton or Cullinan test centres...... Any comments or suggestions would be appreciated BIKES in general Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:01:24 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/k53-riding-school-t1005.htm#11398 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/k53-riding-school-t1005.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/puncture-prevention-and-repairs-t933.htm Sias I have tube type tires and I am usually not prepared for a serious puncture. I normally have to following on hand: Puncture repair kit Shortish tyre levers (think I’m going to struggle with the back tyre, especially without a centre stand!) Inflator “bombs” On longer trips I take along extra tubes as well I have fixed a puncture before (front wheel), which wasn’t too bad! But I would rather do what I can to prevent punctures. The (extremely limited) precautionary measure I ... BIKES in general Fri, 10 Jul 2009 07:22:43 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/puncture-prevention-and-repairs-t933.htm#10418 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/puncture-prevention-and-repairs-t933.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/watter-bande-t895.htm ChristoEngelbrecht Ek sien hierdie vraag nogal gereeld op verskeie forums. Die antwoorde is net so legio as die verskeie bandvervaardigers en band tipes. Met my R1200RT het ek geglo in Bridgestone Battleaxe. Omdat veiligheid vir my belangriker is as geld het ek elke 10,000Km's 'n agterband vervang, alhoewel ek seker nog 'n 1,000 plus uit die band kon kry. Die voorband is elke 20,000Km's vervang. Met my 800ST het ek weer geglo in Michelen Road Pilots. Agterband is vervang op so 15,000Km's. Ek het ... BIKES in general Sat, 20 Jun 2009 18:54:14 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/watter-bande-t895.htm#9946 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/watter-bande-t895.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/exhaust-silencer-issues-t909.htm paulnel i own a 2002 BMW F650 Cs scarver, like any other new vehicle it was fitted with a catalytic converter. but the silencer and cat is all in one. because these bikes were very scares, its not possible to buy an after marker exhaust off the shelf. all the famous brands could not help me. so i had an exhaust custom made by Scorch design in cape town for the fraction of the price of famous brands. the new exhaust system ensured a great improvement in fuel consumption, but not really a difference in ... BIKES in general Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:49:32 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/exhaust-silencer-issues-t909.htm#10087 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/exhaust-silencer-issues-t909.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/r1200s-t239.htm Scoop
Scoop]]> BIKES in general Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:41:42 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/r1200s-t239.htm#1874 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/r1200s-t239.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/the-ufo-of-bmw-bikes-t881.htm paulnel I own a 2003 BMW F650 CS scarver. One of the most attractive sides to the bikes besides its fuel consumption is the futuristic ugly design. According to the designers, the bike was initially designed for city commuting and female riders. But BMW tried to create an eye catcher and "funky" motorcycle, with all kinds of practical accessories. I use the bike for that reasons, daily commuting. But for some reason this bike is totally unknown to the public. And everywhere I go people stop ... BIKES in general Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:43:21 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/the-ufo-of-bmw-bikes-t881.htm#9748 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/the-ufo-of-bmw-bikes-t881.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/lt-replacement-t853.htm Joe http://www.visordown.com/motorcyclenews/view/bmw_k1600lt_on_its_way/7065.html BMW K1600LT on its way By Visordown News Final testing stage for iconic bike thats set to be revealed at Paris show ACCORDING to hot rumours out of Germany, BMW is in the final testing phase of its replacement for the iconic K1200LT. The new bike is apparently a 1600cc six-cylinder motorcycle with the by-now-usual-for-the-range host of electronic rider aids including the firm's ESA electronic suspension ... BIKES in general Wed, 27 May 2009 16:42:18 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/lt-replacement-t853.htm#9505 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/lt-replacement-t853.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/ferarri-motorcycle-t741.htm Corlia Received an e-mail yesterday about the ferarri motorcycle. Don't know whether it is true or not. But is was quite interesting... The pics... BIKES in general Tue, 24 Mar 2009 06:34:02 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/ferarri-motorcycle-t741.htm#7534 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/ferarri-motorcycle-t741.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-800cc-scooter-t630.htm JR I have learned over time not to believe everything published by MCN but this I would very much like to believe from MCN UK http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/user/2009/February/BMW-SCT-800-Superscooter/?&R=EPI-105947 "BMW SCT 800 Superscooter This is a new BMW scooter design. It's equipped with a front twin 800cc 4V engine with more than 70 CV. It mounts 16" wheels of wide section and adopts the telelever front suspension and a monoshock ... BIKES in general Tue, 03 Feb 2009 23:50:17 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-800cc-scooter-t630.htm#6419 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-800cc-scooter-t630.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-motorrad-is-doing-well-in-difficult-times-t616.htm JR lifted from BMWSuperbikesdotcom........ OUTSTANDING SALES RESULTS IN 2008 BMW MOTORRAD ASSERTS ITSELF IN TOUGH MARKET CONDITIONS Munich. In tough market conditions, BMW Motorrad has been able to follow up on its record sales of the previous year. In 2008, 101,685 (previous year: 102,467 units) BMW motorcycles were delivered to customers – a slight drop of 0.8%. Clear growth signals were shown especially in the second half of the year. In December, sales were even 9.3% above ... BIKES in general Wed, 21 Jan 2009 22:37:10 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-motorrad-is-doing-well-in-difficult-times-t616.htm#6224 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-motorrad-is-doing-well-in-difficult-times-t616.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/a-dual-sport-adventure-ducati-t564.htm Richard H Look what somebody did to a Ducati Monster and called it the Terra Mostro… 695cc, 53.7Kw, 14lit tank, 180kg... Interesting...!? BIKES in general Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:25:56 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/a-dual-sport-adventure-ducati-t564.htm#5676 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/a-dual-sport-adventure-ducati-t564.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/new-bm-cruiser-t490.htm JR
LoRider is BMW's Custom Cruiser Concept, revealed at the EICMA show in Milan.



looks like the guys from Bavaria are having fun ]]> BIKES in general Tue, 04 Nov 2008 17:56:17 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/new-bm-cruiser-t490.htm#4685 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/new-bm-cruiser-t490.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/and-then-there-was-t389.htm JR a Suzuki added to the stable the say variety is the spice of life first there was a Honda CBR125RR, then a lot of Beemers, Hondas and even 2 Puzeys.........and now this has been added to our ever populating garage........... BIKES in general Sat, 20 Sep 2008 15:02:48 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/and-then-there-was-t389.htm#3851 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/and-then-there-was-t389.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/interested-in-trikes-t262.htm Admin
He will talk about his custom trike building business.

Listen in, for interest sake or if you're looking for a trike.

He will make a special announcement during the show!

Paul: 082 802 5000]]> BIKES in general Fri, 15 Aug 2008 11:54:56 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/interested-in-trikes-t262.htm#2237 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/interested-in-trikes-t262.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/do-you-need-a-license-t214.htm GSlady centre stand and all - and thought I have to share it with you.
(quite happy with my BMW though!)
* Who owned a similar 'solex bike' in years gone by?
* Do you need a license for this?
* What would the max speed of this help-my-trap be?

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1. Do you think the BMW brand is superior to other manufacturers and why?

2. Do you think BMW is a premium brand worth paying more for than others and why?

3. Do you think BMW riders are any different to that of other brands and why?


answer any or all, let's hear your opinions........]]> BIKES in general Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:01:03 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-vs-others-t178.htm#1191 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-vs-others-t178.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/new-beemer-t105.htm JR
Methinks it's a prototype of sorts to test a mono front fork.



any takers on what we have here?]]> BIKES in general Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:34:16 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/new-beemer-t105.htm#458 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/new-beemer-t105.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/honda-s-2009-vfr1000-v5-t243.htm JR Now this is what would call very, very nice. According to MCN this will be Honda's all new V5 VFR1000 for 2009 VFR1000F VFR1000GT this has been a rumour for so long, I'll believe it when I see it. Looks very convincing though BIKES in general Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:35:40 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/honda-s-2009-vfr1000-v5-t243.htm#1914 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/honda-s-2009-vfr1000-v5-t243.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/what-bmw-bike-is-this-t242.htm Bear Hi, i took this photo with my phone some years ago in PE as this bike really appealed to me. Can anyone tell me what it is, it looks to me almost like an unclad RT ?? BIKES in general Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:03:32 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/what-bmw-bike-is-this-t242.htm#1910 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/what-bmw-bike-is-this-t242.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/custom-bmw-motorcycles-t209.htm Richard H Viva Individuality Viva ! Especially for the GS Challenge, this frame is begging for a hot 1150 oil-head BMW motor... Who says a BMW doesn't make a good basis for a nice clean chopper...? An original '50s R25 single cylinder... resurrected with a springer front end...? or as a Caf'e racer...? or beautifully restored to the other original white colour...? BIKES in general Sun, 03 Aug 2008 18:55:03 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/custom-bmw-motorcycles-t209.htm#1609 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/custom-bmw-motorcycles-t209.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-3-wheeler-t152.htm loox http://www.bmwmotorrad.co.za/lifestyle/articles/default.asp?Id=564]]> BIKES in general Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:28:36 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-3-wheeler-t152.htm#758 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-3-wheeler-t152.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/dodge-tomahawk-v10-bike-t181.htm Bear
Sharnou@hotmail - For more funny movies, click here]]> BIKES in general Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:42:20 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/dodge-tomahawk-v10-bike-t181.htm#1261 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/dodge-tomahawk-v10-bike-t181.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-v12-powered-motorcycle-t153.htm loox If 8 cylinders are good then 12 cylinders are better, right? We showed you the BMW V8 motorcycle the other day and now we’ll show you what happens when someone takes a 5.5 liter BMW V12 and builds a drag bike around it. HMS Sportbikes, over in Germany, has been working on this project, taking the engine from a BMW 750i and creating something a little more sporting. They say it will have twin turbos and NOS but it looks to be a bit short of complete at this point. http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2006/04/20/bmw-v12-powered-motorcycle/ BIKES in general Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:36:22 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-v12-powered-motorcycle-t153.htm#759 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-v12-powered-motorcycle-t153.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/more-on-3wheelers-t322.htm steyngert I was in Cullinan over the weekend, and saw something I wish I could take a picture of - the guy passed me just to quickly. It was a Harley trike with a massive trailer and on the trailer was a beautifully adorned and crafted coffin!! If anyone sees this guy around, please take a picture and post it here. Methinks the coffin was just a clever way of hiding his tools and spares for the Harley... BIKES in general Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:41:03 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/more-on-3wheelers-t322.htm#793 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/more-on-3wheelers-t322.htm http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-s-galore-t79.htm GSlady Hanging out other side of the equator (where the temperatures force you to go swim now and then!) and here we see scooters of all sizes, colours and brands - also riders with bikinis, t-shirts, high heels and skimpy dresses, but at least everyone wears a helmet. Of course the best to see: all the BMW's - although not one 650 yet . . . and the 800GS - I almost got on and went! but notice the lock . . BIKES in general Sun, 29 Jun 2008 16:49:42 GMT http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-s-galore-t79.htm#227 http://bmwclubs.heavenforum.com/bikes-in-general-f71/bmw-s-galore-t79.htm