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Doc Tom said:
I did, to reach the lower inside part of the fender
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Thanks I'm thinking of taking a crack at this. I see you have the Kellermann tailights. I looked into their Bullet 1000 DFs but they said none of their stuff is compatible with the US model. No conversion kits either.
 
avi said:
Thanks I'm thinking of taking a crack at this. I see you have the Kellermann tailights. I looked into their Bullet 1000 DFs but they said none of their stuff is compatible with the US model. No conversion kits either.
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From his posts you can see he has a Euro spec bike so the Kellerman adapter works fine.
I will be working on trying to convert the wiring harness I received from LMC to work on my U.S. spec bike. They used a Kellerman adapter.
Hopefully it’s just a matter of isolating the circuits and swapping the wires around.
I’m keeping my fingers crossed. 🤞

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MilwDave said:
From his posts you can see he has a Euro spec bike so the Kellerman adapter works fine.
I will be working on trying to convert the wiring harness I received from LMC to work on my U.S. spec bike. They used a Kellerman adapter.
Hopefully it’s just a matter of isolating the circuits and swapping the wires around.
I’m keeping my fingers crossed. 🤞

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Thanks and good luck! Let us know if you get it to work.
 
Looking through everything "BOBBER" related on the forum; trying to decide which bobber kit to go with for a 2021 First Edition R18 project, or go with the best components from each of the different Bobber kit companies...

I want to maintain the original BMW OEM fish tail exhaust of the FE R18, maybe just eliminate the servo module for a little extra sound...

I'm pretty excited about this new endeavor...
 
Star-Lord said:
Looking through everything "BOBBER" related on the forum; trying to decide which bobber kit to go with for a 2021 First Edition R18 project, or go with the best components from each of the different Bobber kit companies...

I want to maintain the original BMW OEM fish tail exhaust of the FE R18, maybe just eliminate the servo module for a little extra sound...

I'm pretty excited about this new endeavor...
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I did a lot of research on the different bobber options. The highest quality and cleanest look is the LMC components but you will need the patience of Jobe dealing with Hans.
 
MilwDave said:
I did a lot of research on the different bobber options. The highest quality and cleanest look is the LMC components but you will need the patience of Jobe dealing with Hans.
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@ MilwDave & Gr8Adv - it would be great if you guys (and others) could post some featured pictures of your bobber kit items...

I've also been looking at the LMC stuff; is there any parts that you would do differently or perhaps from a different company. How about front Directional Blinkers..? Looking for suggestions..
 
Star-Lord said:
@ MilwDave & Gr8Adv - it would be great if you guys (and others) could post some featured pictures of your bobber kit items...

I've also been looking at the LMC stuff; is there any parts that you would do differently or perhaps from a different company. How about front Directional Blinkers..? Looking for suggestions..
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In general the bobber kits are fenders, rear lights, seat and seat mounting assembly. Both companies do relatively the same thing just differently. Personal preference rules the day.

For Walzwerk, they have two sizes based on wheels size and dimension. I have the larger bmw wheels 19/21 I think. This allows the awesome and wide rear tire to fill out the big rear fender.

LMC has the only and the best cooler mod.

Start here to see what walzwerk provides https://www.walzwerk-motorcycles.de/r18/r18-gallery/

To clean up the bar I also replaced the clutch and brake assemblies. Italian made I believe, purchased from LMC. I also replaced the mirrors with bar ends and micro signals.

I think you can see the mods in the pic above. If not let me know and I’ll post pics of anything you want.

Part of the fun is the research.
 
We're in the process of buying a 2021 FE R18; I want to maintain the fishtail exhaust, as well as the majority of the First Edition chrome pieces. I have to give some addition thought about the stock tire width and how that will look vs a wider rear wheel, as I would like to maintain the original wheels and save some money...

I like the Walzwerk rear fender and how the tail lights integrate into the fender; I will most likely do something along the below pictured in Black with the White Pin Stripe paint.

I agree 100%, LMC Oil cooler - maybe two, one for the FE and the other for my Model B; I'm thinking Black color to contrast against the Chrome Engine Cover. Also, I'm leaning more towards the LMC Black Leather seat with White Stitching..

I'm thinking BMW Beach Bar, Mini-LED Front Directionals and Chrome Floor Boards, similar to what my Model B has...

Also considering upgrading the rear suspension and having White Pin Stripe paint on the front fork covers.

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Gr8adv said:
In general the bobber kits are fenders, rear lights, seat and seat mounting assembly. Both companies do relatively the same thing just differently. Personal preference rules the day.

For Walzwerk, they have two sizes based on wheels size and dimension. I have the larger bmw wheels 19/21 I think. This allows the awesome and wide rear tire to fill out the big rear fender.

LMC has the only and the best cooler mod.

Start here to see what walzwerk provides https://www.walzwerk-motorcycles.de/r18/r18-gallery/

To clean up the bar I also replaced the clutch and brake assemblies. Italian made I believe, purchased from LMC. I also replaced the mirrors with bar ends and micro signals.

I think you can see the mods in the pic above. If not let me know and I’ll post pics of anything you want.

Part of the fun is the research.
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I'm trying to determine which bobber kit is cleaner in terms of the tail lights and exposed wiring?

Can I get some close up pictures of the taillights, associated wiring and any installation woes of the Walzwerks & LMC rear fender kits?

How does the Walzwerks fender physically attached to the R18; it looks as though the LMC fender attaches with an adjustable adapter kit as per a video?
 
I don't know about the Walzwerk or LMC rear fenders but the TTS rear fender attaches to the STOCK mounting points for a custom fender. These points are unused with the current original fenders but were designed in place for aftermarket fender solutions.
The wiring runs on the underside of the fender held in place by heavy Gorilla tape and out through holes at the back.

Rear Euro lighting is different from NA. Different bulbs are required for NA WITH shunt resistors installed somewhere under the seat area wiring loom.
 
Saintex said:
I don't know about the Walzwerk or LMC rear fenders but the TTS rear fender attaches to the STOCK mounting points for a custom fender. These points are unused with the current original fenders but were designed in place for aftermarket fender solutions.
The wiring runs on the underside of the fender held in place by heavy Gorilla tape and out through holes at the back.

Rear Euro lighting is different from NA. Different bulbs are required for NA WITH shunt resistors installed somewhere under the seat area wiring loom.
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Yeah... I'm not too sure about TTS, there's nothing on they're website in terms of R18 stuff. Looks like they specialize in wheels and HD stuff..?
 
Well maybe their website isn't as user friendly. But they are the makers of the big spoke wheels Lmc sells and they supply Custom rims AND spokes for the r18 and they made my fender (and wheel parts). TTS also has excellent after sales tech support, truly.

My build needed 5 different manufacturers.

If you want a 240 rear tire/fender you won't find it in a KIT. At least I never found one.

An off the shelf "kit" from Walzwerk or Lmc is maybe the way to go. Just be advised re the rear euro lighting.
 
Star-Lord said:
IMG_2324.webpI'm trying to determine which bobber kit is cleaner in terms of the tail lights and exposed wiring?

Can I get some close up pictures of the taillights, associated wiring and any installation woes of the Walzwerks & LMC rear fender kits?

How does the Walzwerks fender physically attached to the R18; it looks as though the LMC fender attaches with an adjustable adapter kit as per a video?
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Bolts up to stock points. No need for adjustment bracket if you make them to fit. ;).

Wiring goes down inside the fender stay. The rest is optional per one’s own preference. Visually different depending where you stand.

200 tire

Sorry it’s dirty.

Fwiw I preferred the lower slung seat position of the Walzwerk. YMMV.

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The wiring for the LMC bobber fender and plate mount is ultra clean. All the wiring is hidden inside the fender stays and run internally through the plate mount.

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