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Yes I did read your earlier post, GP. And I intended no confrontation. I only wanted to show the riders that, if they can't afford three bottles of BMW's EXPENSIVE gear lube, there is an alternative that meets or exceeds BMW's specifications. The OEM spec of G3 is not a universally known...

Please note the GL5 rating and read my post above.

Sir. The Mobil 1 75W-90 synthetic gear lube has the following rating: API GL5 While BMW says to use "G3" rated oil, that's actually a non-standard rating (dare I say BMW made-up rating?). Other than what BMW sells, G3 doesn't exist. The label on the BMW G3 lube also specifies GL5. As for the...

This is what I will be putting into my R18 First Edition final drive and I dare anyone, including BMW, to say it's substandard. Bullsh*t from lawyer speak will not apply.

I fear that you and Estoma are on the mark. And that ties into my other posts about labeling the R18 as a cruiser. Granted, my other posts bitching about it's not being a cruiser (read elsewhere), such a label by the OEM and the motorcycle press will drive THOUSANDS of riders away! The riders...

Please understand that my comments were intended to be informational. I do not consider you to be a troll. We strive to be clear here and certainly welcome all viewpoints. Your question was a valid one. If I have come away as confrontational, please accept my apology. It was not intended as...

I won't be surprised if you aren't correct. But it's worth a try. It does work with some automobiles.

Valve noise can be a sign of nothing to worry about OR that maintenance is due OR that something is amiss. Typically, with adjustable tappets, the valve system may exhibit some subdued clatter or whirring sounds. Singles and twins may sound like a clatter or "busy" sound, while the sounds of...

Has anyone tried disconnecting the battery for a few minutes and then reattaching it? MAYBE that will reset the service indicator. I expect that the date and time will need to be re-entered.

Such statements need to be accompanied with supportive documentation. Otherwise it's likely to be considered trolling. In light of the facts that the First Edition has already been followed with the "Classic" model and that there also spy photos of a touring model yet to be released, I'm...

I am no one's sage or saint. But I will suggest this... Don't put life off until tomorrow. Live it! It may be that a new motorcycle (or whatever) won't make life perfect. But if it adds value and happiness or time to THINK it ain't a bad thing. For me, getting out and in the wind helps to put...

And good folks too!

I'm IN! :D

She's currently doing well and our hopes are high. We started out when she was 14 and will soon be 64 and she still loves to ride behind me. She is the love of my life! Thank you guys for the best wishes and likes. You're great.

I'm curious... Are either of the photos (here and the one about 1800cc BMWs) you, Estoma?

Naaaah... I'm not going anywhere soon. Last fall, when I first found that the R18 was released, I was struggling with the financial decision... to spend a bunch of moolah on a new bike or just be happy with the Roadmaster, which was paid off and running great. We'd only retired at the end of...

I can't disagree with you, Estoma. I'll bet that next year the R18 will have a fuel gauge and adjustable, more supple rear suspension. Maybe the stock seat will even be something that won't cause pain and/or damage to a passenger's bum & spine. In my case, at 66 years old & retired, I wasn't...

Maybe I'm a fool, but I love my R18 First Edition. I have no regrets for making the purchase. There will always be new stuff coming out that a rider may lust after or hate. 🤪

That was some VERY creative methodology! The use of a heating pad is genius!

I've got a Miata, a Grand Cherokee, a Roadmaster and the R18 and all read higher than actual speed. The Roadmaster is closest to accurate at just 2 MPH above actual.