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Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- bar-end turn signals mounted, finally

Sorry to hear about having to try so many bars! I actually had an opportunity to buy these bar end turn signals earlier this week for cheap, so I went ahead and got them. I came up with a similar issue as you did. However, my solution was different.

I currently have 7/8" black clubman bars on my /5. At first, I had trouble with getting the controls on and also thought about boring them out. But then I realized I can just sand down the surfaces of the handlebars instead. With a table power sander, I was able to remove enough material from the ends of the handlebars to barely fit the controls on. And since the controls and grips cover this area, it doesnt matter what it looks like underneath!

The bar end signals fit fine, since the internal diameter hasnt been altered.. I also ordered a pair of cheap mirrors like these

http://www.ebay.com/itm/220651194752?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

which state then can be mounted internally in the handlebar or externally on a 7/8" bar. Even though I took a little meat off the diameter of the bar, I dont foresee there being any problems mounting them.

I hope this might help anyone else that may be interested in a bar end mirror and signal combo.

Your bike is looking awesome, cant wait to see the finished product!
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- bar-end turn signals mounted, finally

Paradox said:
I realized I can just sand down the surfaces of the handlebars instead. With a table power sander, I was able to remove enough material from the ends of the handlebars to barely fit the controls on.
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This is exactly what I did.
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- bar-end turn signals mounted, finally

Yeah, that probably would have been the easier route. I like the flanders bars though, they are lower and aren't as wide as the 7/8 superbike bars... speaking of, anybody looking for cheap 7/8 inch black bars? They are a little scuffed up, but good to go. $10 + shipping and they are yours.
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- bar-end turn signals mounted, finally

In the event that your home-made white rubber bushings need to be replaced, a cheap set of bar-ends would have the right size rubber bushings on them.

I'm surprised the signals have cast metal arms that expand vs. the rubber bushings. I'd think a) rubber bushings would be cheaper to include vs the complex casting of that housing and b) have longer life expectancy vs bending cast metal to secure it to your bars.

Anyhow - glad it worked out! Gives me lots to think about if I ever go that route on my R75's euro-spec R90 bars.
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- handlebars done, leather grips

Drilled a hole to run the wire through the handlebars and soldered turn signal wires to the factory wires. Mounted the controls (new shorter throttle cables and clutch), mirrors, and wrapped on leather grips. They look sorta orange in the picture, however it is more brown. I kinda like the off look. I like feel vs rubber as well.

handlebars2.jpg

By jkluesner at 2011-08-28
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- carbs on, tail-light mounted

Got the new Mikuni carb kit installed and the tail-light mounted. Only think left is wiring in the head-light bucket. Hopefully will having it running this weekend!!











 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- carbs on, tail-light mounted

jkluesner said:
Got the new Mikuni carb kit installed and the tail-light mounted. Only think left is wiring in the head-light bucket. Hopefully will having it running this weekend!!
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I'd find it hard to sleep knowing I am that close, good luck to ya!
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- It's Alive!! sort of..

Finally got it running today!! The carbs came pre-jetted, but the need a good tuning. This is something I have little experience with. Need to start reading up on it or take it to somebody to get it properly tuned. Here is a short clip. Next step is getting all the lights operational.

Now: http://youtu.be/TjeWFJAfa-0


Before: http://youtu.be/7zNczklITNA
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- Exhaust/baffle question

So, the bike is up and running and I have already had a complaint from the neighbor. He seems to believe I am running a side-business shop out of my garage (it is in a complex). He said that the bike is really loud and annoying. I basically told him to go blow himself, but it did make me realize how loud the bike is now compared to the old stock pipes.

I really like the look of the reverse cone shorty pipes. Is there anyway I can easily bring down the db a notch or two? I have read a few things about wrapping the baffle with fiberglass, but I really have no experience with this. I am moving soon and I really don't want to piss off the neighbors starting my bike every morning.

Suggestions?
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- Exhaust/baffle question

Unfortunately I can't help you, but after reading all ten pages I felt I had to commend you on the build. It's a great looking bike. Good luck with the jetting.


Regarding your neighbors, you can't please everyone. It's amazing what people can find to complain about.
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- Exhaust/baffle question

Try steel wool wrapped around the baffle if you can... easy, cheap and does the trick normally. You can secure it with some steel wire.
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- Exhaust/baffle question

dakine_surf said:
Try steel wool wrapped around the baffle if you can... easy, cheap and does the trick normally. You can secure it with some steel wire.
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I will try this. The baffles are removable. They are fiberglass packed already, so I guess the steel wool will dampen it more??

IndieSol, thanks for the compliment. It has been a great project.... I learned a "ton".
 
Re: 1973 BMW R60/5 -- 99% done

Got the wiring done and the turn signals finally work... I had to run two additional wires (and some soldering) to get a decent ground. Works like a charm now. However, I ended up shorting out the switch board messing around before. But, this was probably for the best, as I installed a updated key-switch kit from Rocky Point Cycle (same place where I got my carb kit). The old switch could be started with a nail-- not great. The new one takes a normal cut key. More security is always good :)

Last thing to do is mount the powder-coated rock guard. Below are pics with and without the guard. What do you guys think? Yes or no?


no_rock_guard by jkluesner, on Flickr


rock_guard by jkluesner, on Flickr


tail_light by jkluesner, on Flickr
 
Re: BMW R60/5 -- Finished! pics

Finally done. Carbs tuned and synched, headlight guard mounted, and little adjustments here and there. Just moved to Santa Cruz and shot a few photos of the bike outside my garage in front of the lemon tree. Made me think of "The World's Fastest Indian", which is an AMAZING movie :) Anyway, hope you like it!


bike_3 by jkluesner, on Flickr


bike by jkluesner, on Flickr


bike_2 by jkluesner, on Flickr
 
Re: BMW R60/5 -- Finished! pics

Just beautiful man. Great work. And yes. That movie is amazing.
 
Re: BMW R60/5 -- Finished! pics

Love the bike and love the rock guard on the headlight! I'd love to pick up a r60, or 75/5 at some point.. Fantastic bikes, and yours is an inspiration
 
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