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- Tue 24. Apr 2018, 17:38
- Forum: Restoration forum
- Topic: Difference between car brake lining and motorcycle brake lining
- Replies: 1
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Difference between car brake lining and motorcycle brake lining
Can some one please explain what the difference between both is? I once had an “old school” drum brake workshop in my area that told me guys who machine and re-line car drums will not do this correct to our drums as these are different jobs. Unfortunately they don’t exist any more. I'm asking as I w...
- Wed 30. Sep 2009, 11:29
- Forum: Restoration forum
- Topic: How does the engine breather works on a R51/3?
- Replies: 0
- Views: 11177
How does the engine breather works on a R51/3?
Dear all,
I will appreciate any explanation of how the oil engine breather works on a BMW R51/3 engine. The mechanism (a disk, a spring and a plate?) is mounted on the Aluminium timing gear. Thanks a lot in advance,
Michael Steinmann.
I will appreciate any explanation of how the oil engine breather works on a BMW R51/3 engine. The mechanism (a disk, a spring and a plate?) is mounted on the Aluminium timing gear. Thanks a lot in advance,
Michael Steinmann.
- Sat 2. May 2009, 18:38
- Forum: Restoration forum
- Topic: Weak ignition spark, engine does not start
- Replies: 2
- Views: 6419
Re: Weak ignition spark, engine does not start
Hi there Adrenalin, You have exactly the kind & model of machine I have, and exactly the problem I faced a year ago. If you replaced the sparkplug with a new matching one and still nothing happened, and you are 100% sure that the cylinder compression is ok, then it could be that the magneto nee...
- Thu 23. Apr 2009, 11:34
- Forum: Restoration forum
- Topic: Best site to buy electric cables & stuff
- Replies: 0
- Views: 10843
Best site to buy electric cables & stuff
Hello. I want to rebuild the electric wiring on my bike and would like to get recommendations for businesses in CH or DE that sell overseas via internet. Apparently I will need a few meters from each color and not complete rolls.
Thank you in advance. Michael Steinmann.
Thank you in advance. Michael Steinmann.
- Sat 1. Mar 2008, 21:03
- Forum: Restoration forum
- Topic: R51/3: Engine identification and strange plate fitted to it:
- Replies: 4
- Views: 8174
R51/3: Engine identification and strange plate fitted to it:
Hello to all. I received an R51/3 (?) engine, stamped 530294. On the side there's a plate attached to the aluminum case, just above the cylinder, written: Entre de Reparation Automobile Zone Sud Friedrichshafen No. Cras 197.5.E Rate de vision: 11.1.56 I also received a frame that supposed to be the ...
- Wed 13. Feb 2008, 07:18
- Forum: Restoration forum
- Topic: Air Pump.
- Replies: 0
- Views: 11228
Air Pump.
Hello. I am asking for a recommendation for a good hand/foot operated air pump for our 19" wheels. I can not hold an air compressor. A small pump that can be taken with me to the road will be a preference but not a must. Thank you all in advance. Michael.
- Sun 27. Jan 2008, 10:50
- Forum: Restoration forum
- Topic: Magnetic Oil Drain Plug
- Replies: 1
- Views: 5310
Magnetic Oil Drain Plug
Can some one please tell me if the original plug that is fitted in my R51/3 is magnetic? Is the one that Mark Huggett has on his shop magnetic? Is it a magnetic plug or a normal one with a magnet fitted on top? How long is the threaded section? Thanks in advance, Michael.
- Fri 28. Dec 2007, 19:56
- Forum: Restoration forum
- Topic: Engine Dead...
- Replies: 1
- Views: 5385
Engine Dead...
Hello everybody. First, I wish you all a happy new year. I have a problem with my R51/3 and will be grateful for any idea of what to try or do: After standing still for 1 year, I started the bike with 2nd kick (!). I rode it for 2 days, last one was yesterday. Every time it started without hesitati...
- Mon 24. Dec 2007, 06:44
- Forum: Restoration forum
- Topic: Would like to hear about methods of protecting the bike against thieves:
- Replies: 0
- Views: 11403
Would like to hear about methods of protecting the bike against thieves:
Hello to all and a happy new year. I own a BMW R51/3 and unfortunately, the bike is standing outside on the sidewalk, as there is no extra parking lot under my building. Beside of covering it, what do you suggest to do for protection? What kind of locks, how to lock it and more interesting: Can I b...
- Fri 29. Jun 2007, 07:32
- Forum: Restoration forum
- Topic: What kind of tire levers should I buy?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 5025
What kind of tire levers should I buy?
Hi. I intend to buy tire removing levers and noticed that there are in general 2 types: edged ones and rounded spoons-like ones. Which are better for my bike (R51/3)? Should I buy 2 or 3? I forgot to mention that I need compact ones, something I can take with me to the road. Thanks.
Michael.
Michael.