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I would have the shop check this as given the nature of how gear sets engage it is not a "random" occurrence for them to suddenly disengage. It is easy to shift gears without using the clutch with timing the preloading of the shift lever and throttle use that unloads the gearset enough to allow...

My shop had a new TC, a used B, a used First Edition Classic and a used R18 (standard). They sold all, but the R18 over the last couple of months so "steady" movement albeit more "tortoise" than the "hare"... Such a great range of bikes that just can't seem to gain traction in the market. I...

Hopefully you're right.

I'd mention it to the shop and double check on your warranty coverage (and as each Country is different I'm not able to comment on your options). Even though you are very low miles into the oil change (and I hate to "waste oil") it wouldn't hurt to do an "Annual" service on her and grab a...

Good luck, BMW dealers can ask the Mothership for a Good Will repair for you and it sounds like your shop is on top of it. Please let us know how things play out.

I should be able to meet on those dates. My bike was stored after our move to the PNW late last year as I ran out of time and weather. I'll be doing a fly and ride to get my bike back from NC to WA near the end of May, first part of June so perfect timing for me.

Did you adjust settings just before turning off the bike when putting it away or just prior to leaving for your ride, power washing, or? Were both occasions similar circumstances, approximately "200 yards from home"? Can you check the connector for the shock is seated and no obvious damage to...

Yes, pop off the side cover and a 13mm socket on a short extension will make short work of the adjustment. There are some posts on this forum and simple directions with photos also in the owner's manual. 🍻

There are a few threads about the pricing and sales you can search the forum for some varied thoughts to browse through. Here are a few contributing factors in no particular order. The R18 models are in the same type of motorcycle as those offered by HD and Indian, but they are very different...

If there is no misunderstanding on my part of what you've written, IMO your dealer is a total incompetent as to servicing and fairly proficient at being dishonest and thievery. When conducting service such as your oil change, the dealer tool or those like the gs911 allow resetting date and...

There are so many oil threads...... Bottom line, quality oil options that meets spec are widely available from every major vendor and the cost differences are miniscule. While I agree with your question/premise as to a dry clutch v. wet clutch reference some additives not being an issue like...

I was trying to be optimistic ;) 🍻

I looked at several "go-to" dealer websites that have great selections as well as the Motorrad U.S. website with no luck. There is a passenger backrest with pad that appears to use an identical bracket assembly, but no rack like in this picture. There are many racks listed without a photo nor...

@estoma very nice collection!! Not so much “touché’” as everything you said I agree is accurate so perhaps just a little more of “the fine print” buried in the press releases. 😂 I’m a big EB fan and always wondered what could have been if HD had even halfheartedly required Dealers to do a...

I get your point, but I’m not sure the relevance as to “apples to apples” within reasonable comparisons being made. I’m not mad at any OEM regardless their model(s) price point or intended audience and one should expect “all that and more” for any bike at almost 2X the money regardless OEM for...

Good to hear and it will continue to get even better over the next couple service intervals 🍻

Yes mine too. I wasn't trying to get into splitting hairs within the pro/cons as we all have our own tolerances to everything from seat comfort, wind management or performance-drivetrain traits, etc., but this engine is more like "old" boxer/pre liquid cooled bikes in that it continues to...

Some great pro/con assessments shared here, definitely a group with long time riding experiences 🍻 🍻 While I tend to buy BMWs, I'm not a Brand snob per se and have enjoyed OEM offerings from most of the US, Euro and Asian OEMs over many decades and IMO there really are no "bad" motorcycles...

Thanks for sharing the information and photos 🍻 🍻

I think the "part that just touches you" would nicely match your bags and look awesome. That said, I would certainly consider any advice from the shop doing the upholstery work as to design options and/or padding while they're in there. Look forward to seeing your final outcome, good luck!