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1999 R 1100 R alternator belt
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Bud
It is what it is.
gsaddict
Pepperfool
http://www.maxbmwmotorcycles.com/fiche/DiagramsMain.aspx?vid=51672&rnd=05012012
04 12 31 1 341 779 RIBBED V-BELT 0.11 1 $22.96ADD TO CART
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In some rare cases, this belt applies to the later dual spark models. We recommend you look at your old belt prior to ordering. You may be able to confirm this if the 779 PN is still legible. 4PK611 may also be on this belt.
04 12 31 1 341 779 RIBBED V-BELT 0.11 1 $22.96ADD TO CART
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In some rare cases, this belt applies to the later dual spark models. We recommend you look at your old belt prior to ordering. You may be able to confirm this if the 779 PN is still legible. 4PK611 may also be on this belt.
Bud
It is what it is.
Because I live 70 miles from the nearest dealer and I have an auto parts place in town.
I bought one from NAPA for my RT but when I sold the bike, the spare belt went with it. Unfortunately I didn't keep the sleeve with the part number on it.
railbender
New member
Napa 25 040233
Old thread;
http://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?t=8983
When I bought my spare at NAPA in 2009 it was $12.29.
Old thread;
http://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?t=8983
When I bought my spare at NAPA in 2009 it was $12.29.
bikerfish1100
New member
fwiw, the GatorBelt is a reall good "almost perfect' fit for the early alternator belt setup. it's just a bit long. might be best to consider it as an "in a pinch" replacement, rather than a "go to" option. if installed, i'd leave it on (ran one for several years, no real issues), but probably not installing as a first chioce.
gsaddict
Pepperfool
Read further, this is the number you need "4PK611 may also be on this belt."
That is the cross number
Bud
It is what it is.
happy wanderer
Day Dreaming ...
Since they don't weigh much or take much room I just carry one with me on long trips. A broken alternator belt will just wreck your whole day...
m_stock10506
Well-known member
When you take the old one out at the 36K maintenance, put it in your saddlebag.
happy wanderer
Day Dreaming ...
That's a great idea. I just checked mine at 23K this winter since I was in there replacing the HES anyway. Had fun picking the tiny glass and teeny pebble bits out of it. It'll probably go to 40K now!
Bud
It is what it is.
Yes, the last broken belt happened 5 miles from home.
Sure was glad to have a spare on the bike and tools not far away.
I asked the PO if he had ever had a new belt installed and he said "Don't think so."
New one will be here on Monday, same day as the new master cylinder for my boat trailer disc brakes. Busy day on Monday.
happy wanderer
Day Dreaming ...
BMW maintenance schedule calls for belt check/re-tension every 6000 miles and full replacement every 24000 miles. You are coming up on double the recommended interval so you'd best have a close eye on it!
They are known to break things when they finally fly apart so not worth waiting for total failure.
