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  1. M

    R18 Support "Dock"

    My front wheel is a 120/70/19 what is the correct model number to order? Thanks
  2. M

    R18 Support "Dock"

    I need the model that fits the 120/70/19 front wheel? Thanks
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    Battery Terminal Connections!

    It's a tight squeeze getting that battery out and then back in with all the wires! I installed the pigtail from a new Battery Tender charger, snugged it up, works great. I was a little worried about snapping in half the rubber strap which is difficult to get back on, takes some effort and...
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    Wonder what's inside those Fishtail exhausts (Part 1)

    Question - I may have missed a post along the way, but what does the butter fly valve do?
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    Rear Footpeg Delete Plugs

    Removed my foot pegs as well since I ride solo and it cleans up the look of the bike and opens up the view of the unique drive shaft. I purchased two steel cap head hex bolts of the same size as the factory bolts from True Value hardware. Pushed them into a Styrofoam block so the heads were...
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    Babe’s with R18

    Looking cool, congratulations on the new R18!
  7. M

    Iconic Pictures with R18

    Living the dream!
  8. M

    gas mileage

    Averaging 45 mpg, premium gas over the last 1,000 miles.
  9. M

    Hello from coastal NC

    I can go 80 miles with my stock seat before its time for a break!
  10. M

    Catalytic converter

    Thanks guys!
  11. M

    Catalytic converter

    Where is the catalytic converted located, in the fishtail muffler?
  12. M

    Where did you purchase the fairing?

    Where did you purchase the fairing?
  13. M

    Hello from Western North Carolina

    Welcome, I purchased the same bike back in June and love it's distinction from the crowd!
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    Setting the proper preload for the rear suspension

    Nice overview, mine was set at the shipping position, fully counter clockwise - rotated 7 turns clockwise 220 lb rider 30 lbs fuel, rear fender up approx 1.5 inches, ride was much improved. Can't believe the BMW dealer missed this at set-up!
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    Deals on R18s at Gateway BMW

    I purchased the dealers 2021 DEMO Classic in June with 997 miles on the odometer, with the 1st service completed. Did received a nice discount off MSRP because they had two new bikes on the showroom floor and 5 more in the back in crates. If I sold it today I'd loose about $5K due to market...
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    Looking for a small windscreen for chest protection only - don't want to take away the clean...

    Looking for a small windscreen for chest protection only - don't want to take away the clean naked look of the R18, my full face Shoie can take care of that.
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    Engine heat

    Haven't had an issue with heat from my R18 with those hugh cylinders sticking in the wind most of the time!
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    Setting the proper preload for the rear suspension

    Nice article, I checked my preload and it was indeed all the way counter clockwise (shipping position) I weight 220 lb and with fuel approx. 24 lbs. set it at 7 rotations clockwise, bike rides much better now, thanks for posting, dealer should have caught that!
  19. M

    Let's see some photos of your R18's pinstriping.

    The front fender looks awesome!
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