Nick,Interested in the RAM shock although i`ve not heard of these mine is leaking ...any
Just bought this rather lovely machine - a bit of variety after 15 years on an R1100GS (which Im keeping)
2004 K1200GT (brick) 25,000 miles.
Nice.Just bought this rather lovely machine - a bit of variety after 15 years on an R1100GS (which Im keeping)
2004 K1200GT (brick) 25,000 miles.
Nice.
I seriously considered a 1200RS or GT at one time. I was only attracted to the older Bricks by the relatively easier access of the tubular framed models for service and repairs.
Sound enough reasoning in my book.The main reason.. aside from the price and condition - both of which are spot on - was that its only just had its 24K service as well as a brand new set of PR2's and a new battery - so 'in theory' needs for nothing aside from an oil change for the next 11000 miles. I'm 6'5 and found it very comfortable - 160 mile ride to get it home and with only two short stops en route. All i got was some very slight back pain - so a few minor tweaks should sort that. Ive been a long time admirer of the Brick and just wanted to try one as an alternative to my trusty old Boxer. All I can say is WOW... just: WOW.
A link to my K100 turbo project:
http://www.sportaxmoto.com/#/k100rs-projet-turbo/4547751553
It started as 'a good idea' and now looks like it will consume the rest of my life!
I'm not looking for huge, maximum rpm bhp figures, but want quick spool-up in the mid-range,
140-150 bhp would be acceptable.
Every part has obviously to be made one-off , I think the fun of building the project is probably equal to the riding.
Thanks for the input!
Heat issues: Turbotechniques, (amongst others), sell a heatproof jacket for the exhaust housing, plus all the exhaust pipes within the frame will be wrapped in heatproof wrap.
Electrics: as I'm not using the standard injection system, the bike will have just a programmeable ignition unit, plus starter and indicator relays.
All this, plus the battery, will be mounted in the tail unit.
I'll be making a complete, one-off wiring harness for the bike, hence the standard electrics box will be removed.
One reason for deciding on a draw-through system is the simplicity, (the trade-off being it is less efficient).
I thought that might be a Pichler fairing at first but now I'm not sure that they made a twin headlamp version, the ones that I've seen have always been small, rectangular headlamp versions.
Anyway, good to see 'Brick' ownership spreading.