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Dalesman replied to a thread Purchased a 2007 800S in Jan. in Cincinnati. in New F800 (and F650GS Twin!) Owner Introductions

Welcome Superwhite and I hope you have trouble-free riding. Forums are necessarily given over largely to problems with which owners need help. I...

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Dalesman replied to a thread Bar Risers - So which are actually best for the GT in F800GT Modification Nation

It involves detaching the RH calliper and threading through the other side of the LH hose IIRC. Wrap the calliper in a cloth or something to prevent...

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Dalesman replied to a thread Tyre Valve Stems in F800S & F800ST Discussion

Desperate measures

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Dalesman replied to a thread Front wheel axle torque in F800S & F800ST Discussion

I hope you find a satisfactory solution Tengu :thumb:

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1 Week Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Front wheel axle torque in F800S & F800ST Discussion

+1 to DJ123. Higher revs in lower gears, you will get plenty of engine braking. I tend to ride at 4.5K+ unless pootling in a 30mph zone. The bike...

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Dalesman replied to a thread Hello from Rockhampton Just. in New F750 & F850 Owner Introductions

That must average out at about one bike every 15 months over your biking career? Maybe this will last until next May In the meantime I hope you...

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Dalesman replied to a thread Front wheel axle torque in F800S & F800ST Discussion

Red rubber grease is safest to use on brake parts IMHO It will not melt and contaminate the pads.

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Dalesman replied to a thread Bonjour à tous :D in Présentation des nouveaux

Salut!

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Dalesman replied to a thread F800GT Modifications Complete (Maybe) in F800GT Modification Nation

Fond memories of Dunnie's Cafe! I have family in Otley and Guiseley. I live just over the NY border not far from Skipton.

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Dalesman replied to a thread F800GT Modifications Complete (Maybe) in F800GT Modification Nation

Nice looking machine. A well-fitting bike is a rare thing! I'll look out for it in the Dales .

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Dalesman replied to a thread Fuel in Oil in F800S & F800ST Discussion

You're in the right place then Join the club! Glad it's okay and well done on spotting the recall! Now enjoy riding the thing :plane:

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2 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Newbie in New F750 & F850 Owner Introductions

:welcome:

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2 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Révision des 40.000 pour F800GT in Technique, entretien, Tutoriels (tous modèles)

Big service! Valve clearance check spark plug change air filter change oil and oil filter change Replace drive belt et rear judder damper...

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2 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread I'm a real BMW owner now. in F800S & F800ST Discussion

Hope you get it up and running soon. Are you replacing the rotor for the updated one?

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2 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread I'm a real BMW owner now. in F800S & F800ST Discussion

Not specific to the F800? Stators seem to fail on lots of bikes? They don't like excessive heat.

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2 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Which way to connect the GPS cable adapter in F800S & F800ST Modification Nation

That location for the camera. Make sure that fork compression doesn't risk the camera coming into contact with the mudguard. I mounted mine on the...

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2 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread What does reliable mean, anyway? in F800S & F800ST Discussion

Thanks for that Rich. Encouraging. Haha - not very observant of me - a rather old thread somehow resurrected. Bruce last seen on here ten years...

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3 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread What does reliable mean, anyway? in F800S & F800ST Discussion

Reliability is a bike that never lets you down. For me, it's also knowing how the thing works and how well it's been looked after. If it breaks down...

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3 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Removing GT seat lock barrel in F800GT Discussion

To be fair, the mechanic was very apologetic

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3 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Fuel in Oil in F800S & F800ST Discussion

I guess in theory a failed injector could inject too much fuel into the cylinder...but only when the fuel pump is running. And excess fuel would...

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3 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Replacing Fuel Injectors in F800S & F800ST Discussion

Your other thread suggests the bike has only done 12K. Do the fuel injectors really need replacing? New ones should be straightforward to fit as...

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3 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Fuel in Oil in F800S & F800ST Discussion

Like Cramer, I can't see any way fuel can be getting into the oil, especially with the bike sitting for four months. Only when the fuel pump is...

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3 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread New f800st owner Newcastle Tyne and wear in New F800 (and F650GS Twin!) Owner Introductions

Welcome fella.

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3 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Removing GT seat lock barrel in F800GT Discussion

Yep, that was my local BMW stealership. Yep they had to dismantle a lot of stuff apparently

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Dalesman replied to a thread U.S President orders all government vehicles to be battery powered in General Discussion

Furthermore, the 'cooler than average over history' may be correct. But we're talking about a length of time over most of which homo sapiens did not...

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3 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Removing GT seat lock barrel in F800GT Discussion

Well done Dey. I had a problem with the seat lock (2019 GT) and had it fixed under warranty. It took the technician three hours to replace!

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3 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread Hello from Sydney Australia in New F800 (and F650GS Twin!) Owner Introductions

Nice bike Dave. I take it that's NSW, not Scotland... Welcome.

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3 Weeks Ago

Dalesman replied to a thread U.S President orders all government vehicles to be battery powered in General Discussion

I guess it depends how urgent a priority climate change is. You're right. It is a huge issue. I don't think most people have yet grasped the enormity...

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