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1976 BMW R 75-7 Questions & Answers
What do the case pins do on a BMW r75/6 and why
I'd like a little more information but here goes. "Case pins" if you have dismantled the engine you will find these "pins" in strategic points in the casings. They are used to properly align the component parts during reassembly. They can be found in cylinder heads cylinder to block block halves or pretty well anywhere that a precision fit is necessary. This is a non wear non stress part after assembly I can't think of any reason they would need replacing unless damages or lost during dismantle. I rode a BMW R 75-5 across Canada once, great motorcycle but the seat was like sitting on an oak plank. Nice ride hope I helped
Hello...where to get a back
You can still order many parts for your bike from a BMW dealer. Look at
Max BMW for the online parts fiche for your bike. Looks like the part you want is listed in the diagram at the link above. Kinda spendy. Have your tried Beemerboneyard or Motobins?
Does the piston move back at all? If not, you may have a plugged return port on the master cylinder or partially blocked brake hose. Can you force the piston back into the caliper with a C clamp? Also, check for corrosion around the piston (pull back the dust boot) that may prevent it from returning into the caliper. Probably need to rebuild the caliper, but some more investigation will lead you to the problem.
BMW R75/7 brake question
I have actually done the conversion and the best thing you can do is fit the smallest mastercylinder you can find - my guru would only fit 11mm m/c s to with ATE calipers . The best pads I found were the EBCs. Most good brake shops will be able to sleeve your existing cylinder down.
Forget any piffle you may read about spongy levers and long travel- it just doesnt happen if you have the ability to bleed the brakes.
The problem with going away from the BMW m/c is the switchgear and throttle - if you fit another MC you will need new switchgear , twistgrip and cables.
It takes major engineering or a brave bodge to fit a different caliper to the ATE fork legs , as the mounting system is unique.
The forks from most BMWs interchange , including from the K bikes , but spoked wheels which work with the later and better twin Brembos are scarce and exspensive.
I have a pair of Showa forks with twin Brembos off a late K which cost $ 200- on ebay including the wheel , guard and a near new tire. Problem is it is an alloy wheel and the only person I cAn find with a spoked wheel to fit wants $600- for it.
And I am not ready to put alloy wheels on my R75/7 just yet.
Fuse for the headlights for 650 BMW 2008
On a 2008 BMW 650i, the fuse for the headlights is located in the fuse box under the hood. The specific fuse you need is Fuse #61, which is a 20-amp fuse located in the third row of fuses from the top.
To access the fuse box, open the hood and locate the black plastic cover on the right side of the engine bay. There should be a diagram on the underside of the cover showing the layout of the fuses. Once you've found the correct fuse, you can use a fuse puller or a pair of needle-nose pliers to remove it from the fuse box.
It's always a good idea to check the owner's manual for your specific vehicle to get the most accurate and up-to-date information on the location and function of the various fuses.
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