Nov 11, 2009 · The Black Brute is a former 1998 BMW R1100GS with ABS and heated handlebars, modified with:-30 liter R1150GS Adventure tank I have the 11 gallon TT.-B-Beak by B-Art-matte black rear mudguard I lost my mudguard in Tierra del Fuego-indicator bracket by Kaspar-ABS Kill Switch [special modification to switch off ABS while riding]

Jul 19, 2009 · Other insignificant brake differences... The word 'Brembo' cast into the brake calipers changed to 'BMW' in 2001, I think. Made by Brembo or Tokico, all the piston diameters are identical. The difference is on the front calipers the pads are r+r'd from the backside of the caliper. Otherwise all parts are interchangeable between years.

Jan 9, 2017 · Having owned many BMW motocycle, often, it's been a love /hate relationship for me. I've loved much of the advanced technology and sturdy build... I've hated some of the quirks. My first was a 2002 R1150 RT.. Sounded like crap at start up... A non BMW friend once laughed at it.. asked if it was diesel. The cam tensioner would often drain down ...

Apr 15, 2006 · BMW offered a low seat for the 2002-2006 GSA. The low seat option was offered in solid black, as opposed to the two tone standard seat. Wunderlich also offered a a number of options, including a seat that was lower than the BMW low seat offering There were a number of riders that did a complete seat swap between the standard GS and the GSA.

Apr 5, 2021 · 2001 Bmw R1150gs driveshaft failure. Discussion in 'GS Boxers' started by Padaca14, Apr 5, 2021.

Sep 5, 2018 · Kinda wonder why BMW - or perhaps likely, the housings' mfg. - didn't simply add that weep hole to begin with. Seems such an easy way to reduce the risk of oil damage to the clutch disk. One of the greatest aspects of this board are these clever hints!

Oct 20, 2008 · Been happy with the NAPA filter. I, like others, like using a standard filter wrench. If you get stuck trying to get a BMW filter off with a standard-store "Filter Socket" you will find that the filter is slightly too big. Line the filter with a part of an old T …

May 13, 2017 · 2. Figure out the correct "BMW" terminology for the starter button, ignition switch, key switch, thingie, etc because it makes searching confusing when they work in tandem. 3. Reconnoiter. Thanks to GS Addict for input and ... pointing out rules and regs.

Oct 4, 2018 · I'm a long time motorcyclist who just purchased my first BMW, a 2002 R1150 GS. Up to this point I've mostly owned Japanese bikes. My initial take is that the Beemer is an interesting combination of radical design ideas and a bit of dinosaur.

May 10, 2014 · You could also look around your area for a decent upholster or furniture repair shop. With the 1150 models now at least a decade old, a fresh foam pad - especially one made from firmer foam than BMW's - might make a noticeable difference.