Difference between revisions of "BMW R65"
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| + | *[http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-electronic-parts-black-handlebar-mounted-headlight-on-off-starter-switch-12-0203.html Right side "Simple & Clean" On/Off & Starter Switch] $30 | ||
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* Two cables is for PushPull mechanisms. Some controls can serve either single or PushPull. | * Two cables is for PushPull mechanisms. Some controls can serve either single or PushPull. | ||
*[http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-caferacer-cafe-racer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-handlebar-control-parts-biltwell-whiskey-throttle-black-aluminum-single-cable-wt-alu-78-bk.html Black Aluminum Biltwell "Whiskey" Throttle - (7/8", Single Cable)] $95 looks to mtc like the best quality single. | *[http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-caferacer-cafe-racer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-handlebar-control-parts-biltwell-whiskey-throttle-black-aluminum-single-cable-wt-alu-78-bk.html Black Aluminum Biltwell "Whiskey" Throttle - (7/8", Single Cable)] $95 looks to mtc like the best quality single. | ||
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*[http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-throttle-parts-oem-style-satin-black-honda-throttle-assembly-44-9777.html | *[http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-throttle-parts-oem-style-satin-black-honda-throttle-assembly-44-9777.html | ||
*[http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/tools/featured/revolver/ Motion Pro] Dual Cables. | *[http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/tools/featured/revolver/ Motion Pro] Dual Cables. | ||
| + | *[http://www.venhillusa.com/Universal-Cable-Kits-c742/ Cable kits] Ordered kits for clutch and throttle. | ||
| + | *[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axGTa0SvXjE Throttle cable how to] | ||
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[http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-fuel-tank-parts-flush-mount-aviation-style-fuel-gas-cap-gc1903.html Gas Cap - Aviation Style Chrome] | [http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-fuel-tank-parts-flush-mount-aviation-style-fuel-gas-cap-gc1903.html Gas Cap - Aviation Style Chrome] | ||
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Revision as of 14:41, 4 December 2013
Contents
Reference Material
- Electrical Hints at BMW Motorcycle Tech.info. Very thorough and informative reference to electrical systems.
Tasks
- Check w/ Gene at Moto Loco on powder coat pricing breakout
- Guestimate $600-1K for a big pile.
- Check w/ Channing about using his powder coat gear.
- Probably not an option.
Parts
Bars
- Satin Black Drag Bars in 7/8" $25.
- Satin Black Supermoto Bars in 7/8" $25
- Satin Black Renthal Ultra-Low Superbike bars in 7/8" $65.
- Answer ProTaper Bars
- dimensions:
- up to 70cm wide total
- triple clamp is 20-24cm wide
- looking for minimal rise. (20-30mm)
- dimensions:
Levers and Perches
Lights
- Bar end blinkers $50 Can we clamp mirrors to them?
- Retro LED Blinkers 61.50 Euro
- Gloss Balck retro bullet LED turn signals $130... yikes!
- LED "Scarab" Turn Signals - (Satin Black & Clear) $50
- Mini LED "Torpedo" Turn Signals - (Black & Smoke) $35
- Mini LED Oval Turn Signals - (Black & Clear) $23
- Smooth and clean LED turn signals $95/pair
Switches
- Left side controls
- 1 1/8" Wide
- High Beam LED
Controls
Controls
Switches
Throttle
- Two cables is for PushPull mechanisms. Some controls can serve either single or PushPull.
- Black Aluminum Biltwell "Whiskey" Throttle - (7/8", Single Cable) $95 looks to mtc like the best quality single.
- 7/8" Single Cable Throttle Assembly $16
- 7/8" Light-weight Nylon Throttle Assembly and Grips - (Gloss Black) $13
- [http://www.dimecitycycles.com/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-throttle-parts-oem-style-satin-black-honda-throttle-assembly-44-9777.html
- Motion Pro Dual Cables.
- Cable kits Ordered kits for clutch and throttle.
- Throttle cable how to
Brakes
- Rizoma: Brake fluid reservoir really clean/minimal design. 50-80 euros.
- [http://www.venhillusa.com/Venhill-Custom-Shop/Venhill-Braided-Stainless-Steel-Brake-Line-Custom-Make-Your-Own-Brake-Line-KitOne-Line-with-Stainless-Steel-Fittings-p705.html Another option for stainless braided brake lines. Check out the "carbon" color.
Speedometer/Tach
- Speedometer Ratio 3.56/1.318
- Acewell Black
- Acewell Cable Converter
- Vapor Digital $130
- Dashboard Lights $55
- 2.5" Black face stainless electronic Speedo $129
- "Matching Chrome Electronic Tach $71 (Brian at Dimecity - closest we can come up with)
- Acewell 3692 Rectangular Digital $240 w/shipping
- Customizable Guages!!!
- Reference for hooking up Gen light
Fuel Tank
Gas Cap - Aviation Style Chrome
Electrical
- Enduralast charging system upgrade (400 watt) $300
- Ignition system upgrade
- Shorai Li-PO battery type LFX21L6-BS12
- Length 5.83"
- Width 3.23"
- Height 5.51"
Mufflers
SS 18", 1.5" Diameter R65 is 35mm/1.37" and 17.5" long
Tools
Nuts and bolts - Stainless
- Stainless nuts and bolts and parts Full kit 140 pounds sterling
Nice Builds
- Yamaha with metal frame
- This bike also had some controls drilled into handlebar.
- View From The Bridge Blog, not sure if this is useful but seems kinda interesting.
- CafeBeemers Blog
- AnythingButStockBeemers Blog
