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20 Hours Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread Flashing Dash/Odometer in F800S & F800ST Modification Nation

It's flashing due to a difference in mileage between what the odometer shows & what the ECU thinks. This was due to issues relating to the RR which...

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5 Days Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread 14,600 km trip on a Zero SR/F across the EU on a electric motorcycle in Ride Tales, Campfire Stories, & Pics!

I would like to see how that journey compares, if he re-did it on an ICE Motorcycle. What else he would have visited, seen and enjoyed in that time...

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5 Days Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread Michelin Pilot 5 Tires Longevity? in F800 Rubber & Brakes

Finally changed the front tyre today, at 9.5k miles. Still had 2mm of tread on the central area, but it had now squared off and was noticeable when...

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1 Week Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread F800GSA Front wheel / brake dragging in F800 Rubber & Brakes

Are these BMW factory brakes, or aftermarket?

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2 Weeks Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread Clutch, finding neutral problem in F800GT Discussion

Does it change gear ok using the clutch, up and down the box? Is the clutch adjusted correctly, and it doesn't drag? Do you have a good bite...

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2 Weeks Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread Clutch, finding neutral problem in F800GT Discussion

Check the oil level. I have always found if it is a touch too high, or even at max - trying to get neutral is trickier than when it is a little...

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2 Weeks Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread Will a brighter H7 bulb trigger the CANbus? in F800S & F800ST Modification Nation

is it still a standard style bulb? or is it LED/HID?

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2 Weeks Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread Fork Oil Level F800R Whats the correct way to measure the level? Height or amount? in F800R Discussion

You want to measure the gap from the top of the oil to the top of the stanchion to ensure it is not over filled. There may still be residue which...

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2 Weeks Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread power commander yes or no in F800GT Modification Nation

At 40 the 800 should be fine in 3rd to plod along. 30mph is an odd one as it can be a bit low for 3rd, but higher revving for 2nd - which is ok but...

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2 Weeks Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread F800R newbie, installing rear wheel, in F800R Discussion

Isn't it easier to remove the calliper from the bracket, then install the rear wheel.

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2 Weeks Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread Trying to find the ‘spare’ Cadbus connector in F800R Discussion

Do you mean the one for the GPS connector? it's usually located around the front of the air box, near the right hand side. Might be taped to the loom...

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2 Weeks Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread Electrical Oddities in F800S & F800ST Discussion

The RR was confirmed as faulty by Motorworks/BMW, so received a refund for it. Very odd their RR (at a cost of £124!) failed in 2 months, vs the...

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2 Weeks Ago

DJ123 replied to a thread WTB: ST handlebar in F800 Specific Classifieds

location?

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