how satisfying
Posted: Tue Mar 06, 2007 6:17 pm
I just completed the 24000 mile service on my R1100s. Checked the valve clearence and end rocker float. The left side cylinder was spot on the right was a bit tight and needed adjustment. Balanced the throttle bodies which was a pleasing experience and easy to do. I stuck the posh mobil oil in gearbox and final drive. New brake fluid, spark plugs, air/oil filter and oil.
All in all cost not very much, 10 times cheaper than the dealer who would probably have left the valve clearence as they were.
I loved the way access to the valves is so easy. No body panels to remove. The whole bike was easy to work on and eveb the dreaded 14mm gearbox drain plug simply took the 14mm allen key I had
the bike runs great, hardly vibey at all. well chuffed.
Two things I did'nt do was replace the fuel filter as it looked a pain in the arse and i'm sure the bike will run fine as is. Also did'nt change the clutch fluid as it was time to go to the pub. Again I'm sure the bike will be just fine.
Thanks for your help and advice on the queries i had.
All in all cost not very much, 10 times cheaper than the dealer who would probably have left the valve clearence as they were.
I loved the way access to the valves is so easy. No body panels to remove. The whole bike was easy to work on and eveb the dreaded 14mm gearbox drain plug simply took the 14mm allen key I had
the bike runs great, hardly vibey at all. well chuffed.
Two things I did'nt do was replace the fuel filter as it looked a pain in the arse and i'm sure the bike will run fine as is. Also did'nt change the clutch fluid as it was time to go to the pub. Again I'm sure the bike will be just fine.
Thanks for your help and advice on the queries i had.