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@brucepietro60467 ай бұрын
William, thank you for the valuable information on front disc brake installation & adjustment. Very easy to follow along with your video.
@pmdt8090 Жыл бұрын
Hey William, your videos are like looking a master over his shoulder, so called here in Germany. No, of course not 'like'! It IS looking over the masters shoulder. Greetings from near Munich.
@ColinClarke-nl2si3 ай бұрын
Always brilliant..! Many thanks!
@DH-fn8dj Жыл бұрын
Excellent instructional video-thank you!
@donkuwik33904 жыл бұрын
Thank You for the caliper adjustment procedure. Best method yet, so simple, quick, and easy.
@boxer2valve4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@VlogAcrossAmerica4 жыл бұрын
What symptoms would the bike have if the caliper were not properly adjusted? I'm trying to diagnose a front brake vibration. Might this be the cause?
@StephenGreenvideos5 жыл бұрын
Best BMW videos on the Internet... Thank you...
@XavierDelcourt5 жыл бұрын
Great to have you back. Was waiting for the brake system video to finish my r90S. Best videos, best teacher :-)
@boxer2valve5 жыл бұрын
Great to be back. Thanks for the support!
@simmersonwheels77244 жыл бұрын
I’ve been a motorcycle mechanic for twenty years on Japanese bikes- I can’t tell you how valuable these videos are- a credit to you taking the time to pass on your Bmw knowledge. Thanks!
@marybagg85693 жыл бұрын
Can ipowdercoat my alloy wheels .lts a 1979 r100 rs I have been following you vids it’s got a way to go but it’s coming together thanks. DB
@duncanmacpherson20133 жыл бұрын
@@boxer2valve It would have been simpler to use a handlebar mounted master cylinder from a post-81 boxer and that would have given you more effective brakes
@maintayne5 жыл бұрын
Such a phenomenal video!! You've covered every imaginable detail that I am going to need on the impending brake rebuild on my R100/7. Got all the parts from you too! Us Airheads are lucky to have you guys
@robertotto39833 жыл бұрын
Immer informativ, nach 40 Jahren Airhead-Besitz lerne ich jedes Mal etwas, wenn William die offizielle Erklärung liefert
@racingtoy20005 жыл бұрын
Thanx for posting.
@boxer2valve5 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@jamesgault73835 жыл бұрын
Glad you are back, William. Sorry to hear of the ransomware incident. Love your calm manner and explanations during the videos. Would love to see a wheel re-spoking video when you have the chance. Thanks again!
@boxer2valve5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, James. We are glad to be up and running again.
@David-wy9jl5 жыл бұрын
Excellent reference and tutorial. Thanks!
@boxer2valve5 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it. Stay tuned for more!
@roelof19665 жыл бұрын
Nice to see the works on the R90/6 continue. Brilliant, thank you William :-)
@windycityben48505 жыл бұрын
Great to see you back! Greatly appreciate all the videos you have made. You have been a great help on my /6 build. Will definitely be getting some products from you. Look forward to the next video! Safe travels my friend.
@rockywrenchesandrides6473 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! This video was very helpful since it was so thorough. It will help me with my brake issues (brake failure light on and causing bike not to start). I have a 1980 R100t that I put my Ural sidecar on.
@leuvenlife4 жыл бұрын
you have solved some of my issues, I thank you. All I needed was some education... My R100S will be all the better because I subscribed to you.
@boxer2valve4 жыл бұрын
Super Cool ! We're glad this helped.
@glennkarich97503 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your expertise in such a pleasant and enjoyable manner.
@amedeeaucoin73805 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you back. From airheads in Atlantic Canada! '74 R90S
@boxer2valve5 жыл бұрын
Glad to be back! Cheers.
@GraemeRoberts15 жыл бұрын
Great videos lads. Glad you’re back showing us your tips and tricks.
@osmancevik49733 жыл бұрын
I wish I had a master like you.
@boxer2valve3 жыл бұрын
You're too kind !
@bscott4335 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you back. And another great video to boot!!
@bk-lm9qf5 жыл бұрын
? The manual says to make sure the hole in the axle (right side) is parallel to the ground. Always wondered why & what if it's not ? Noticed you did it. As I look at other bikes seems like ~70-75% do that, 15-20% it's vertical, 10% random....been trying to get this answered for ~40 years....THANKS Your videos are amazing !
@9jasonwhite4 жыл бұрын
I followed this video step by step. Great video. I did run into one issue not covered in the video (or maybe I missed it?). There is a little sleeve that must go on at the hand control unit along with the cable. When I got my cable, I tried to install it per the video, which didn't mention the required sleeve. The sleeve comes with post-09/1975 model cables, but for the pre-1975 models, the sleeve is sold separate from the cable. Just something I learned and wanted to share.
@boxer2valve4 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for sharing that information!
@9jasonwhite4 жыл бұрын
@@boxer2valve Quick question for you. I have purchase both the BMW Cable, and an aftermarket cable. Both of which seem too short...either that, or the cylinder used to push the MC piston is too long (I purchased a brand new MC). Any thoughts? Have you ever run into this issue?
@patheick1494 жыл бұрын
Another great video. I was going to pick up a pair of your hydraulic lines for my 74 R90s. Keep the original look, similar to BMWs product, etc. So much conversation about using stainless braided, which I get. Seems you have no problem going with the new rubber ones, which gives me a vote of confidence. Thanks
@boxer2valve4 жыл бұрын
Hello Pat, Stainless lines are pretty cool but a new rubber line is also a huge improvement over a tired old one, and the original appearance is retained.
@patheick1494 жыл бұрын
@@boxer2valve Man. Thanks for the quick reply. And thanks for all your work on these videos...so good!
@stevenemartin6 ай бұрын
Recent R90S which sold on BAT for $60,000 had rubber hoses 😉
@ryansher5 жыл бұрын
Purfect timing to start on my /5 restoration!
@minimoe20085 жыл бұрын
He loves that LM47. LOL
@6CylSuccessVideos5 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Just wrestled with bleeding the front brakes on my R100S today and you’ve answered a number of my questions. Also, would like to know if the Lubri-Moly oils you sell are compatible with airheads. I believe the older engines need high zinc, etc. content. Thanks again!
@boxer2valve5 жыл бұрын
Great! Glad that we could help. The Liqui Moly Mineral based oils that we offer are ideal for your airhead! I suggest 20W-50 in very hot climates and 15W-50 everywhere else.
@elywhinston65552 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this amazing video. Is the process for a double front disc the same? I have a 1977 r100/7
@mohazima4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your thorough and well produced videos. They are incredibly helpful. My R100RS was converted to use a handlebar mounted master cylinder and a splitter under the tank. I’m having trouble getting proper pressure at the handle. Do I need to bench bleed them? I didn’t install a New system just new pads and fluid flush.
@patheick1494 жыл бұрын
Assume bleeding dual disk would be the same process?...Tube. Loosen bleeder. Draw fluid through. Pump lever while doing to get air out. Tighten. Repeat on other side? TY!
@mackathan14 жыл бұрын
How tight do you torque down the plug at 25:00? The Haynes manual indicates that 44-48 ft-lbs of torque is required for the “caliper pivot retention plug” but I’m not sure if this is what that is referring to.
@danielhartwell47872 жыл бұрын
i HAVE A PROBLEM.. I installed the kit (correctly). piston moves smoothly. but not getting ANY fluid to move at all. Even with the lines off the master cylinder. no fluid comes out of the master right at the line hook up. What is the problem??
@osmancevik49733 жыл бұрын
apprentice needs grand master.
@boxer2valve3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Osman !
@olofredin3 жыл бұрын
Awesome videos! I just bought a R75/6 -75 with twin disc brakes, which i am currently restoring. Your videos help a lot! I am considering a wider handle bar than i currently have, and i need to change the brake wire. Does anyone know if i can use a different (longer) brake cable between the brake handle and the master cylinder than the OEM for my handle bar? Perhaps one from a GS model?
@boxer2valve3 жыл бұрын
Hello Olaf, if you go with a GS bar you will probably need some new, longer cables.
@stuartcmorrison4 жыл бұрын
Guys, Saying hello from the UK, loving this series in preparation for getting a restoration project myself. I have the chance of a ‘76 R75/6 but it has a twin disc setup on the front. I thought only the 90S came with 2 discs or was it an option on other models?
@boxer2valve4 жыл бұрын
Hi, I believe that it was possible to order a dual disk setup in Europe when the bike was ordered new. It's also possible that someone retrofitted the second disk later. Either way, when it comes to brakes, more is better! Grab it!
@stuartcmorrison4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reply, I did some more digging and confirm that it was a dealer fit option on 76/6 and 90/6, obviously not 60/6. I missed out on ‘76 I was looking at but pick up a ‘75 R75/6 in a couple of days 👍
@tribagual1233 жыл бұрын
R75/7-rebuilt my caliper with kit, new brake pads, and new brake line. The brakes are working OK, but now at medium speeds (~45 mph) I get major front tire wobble that wasn't there before. Any ideas what I might have done wrong?
@boxer2valve3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, it's hard to say what may be causing that but I would say double check your work. Make sure the axle nut is tightened before tightening the pinch bolts. You shouldn't need to take everything apart but do put a wrench on everything you touched and make sure everything is correctly tightened and adjusted.
@Cweinig3 жыл бұрын
Could you please explain which connector goes where on the master cylinder (both brake light and on the fluid container). Thanks.
@boxer2valve3 жыл бұрын
Brown and brown/blue are for the fluid level sensor. Green/black and green/red are for the stop light switch
@rmasco715 жыл бұрын
I have a 79 R100 airhead.. do you have any video on the rear brake bleed procedure? Everywhere I look there’s no really any solid procedures. Thank you
@boxer2valve5 жыл бұрын
A vacuum bleeder should do the trick but if you can't bet all of the air out, which can sometimes be the case, remove the rear wheel and caliper and find for example some thin plywood, about the same thickness as the brake disk. Place that between the pads and try it while elevating the caliper as much as possible while bleeding.
@rmasco715 жыл бұрын
boxer2valve BMW Restoration and Parts Supplier Thank u so much. I will pass along to my buddy who will be performing the work.
@jerryhendrickson14904 жыл бұрын
do you ever clean and/or lube your cables?
@boxer2valve4 жыл бұрын
No, I never find a need. The inside of the cables are coated, I believe with Teflon, or some sort of plastic and they don't need to be lubed internally and they last a long time. You should lube both ends of the clutch cable and pretty often!
@frankmummolo77274 жыл бұрын
William, been trying to reach you guys by phone and email without success. Looking to purchase some parts but need to discuss a few technical issues. What’s the best way to connect?
@boxer2valve4 жыл бұрын
Hi Frank, Sorry about that. We get really busy sometimes here! Best way to reach us is through the contact form on our web site. We really try to keep up on that as best we can!