Hi again everyone-
Latest question regarding the rebuild of my newly acquired ‘81 R65..
Upon closer examination, it appears previous owner managed to hit a curb or something hard enough to cause what appears to be a flat spot on one side of the front rim, up on the top near the tire bead. I recall a similar issue with my ‘79 R100RS, and the BMW shop I used at that time sent it somewhere for repairs.
I am not overly comfortable with the thought of repairing a rim with a bit of a flat spot, but do remember that it worked fine with the RS. Is this a fairly common issue with these rims?? The tire holds air, but is visibly flatter for about a two inch section.
I would appreciate any feedback on this issue and perhaps recommendations for the repair work to be completed.
Thanks!!
Tom
Latest question regarding the rebuild of my newly acquired ‘81 R65..
Upon closer examination, it appears previous owner managed to hit a curb or something hard enough to cause what appears to be a flat spot on one side of the front rim, up on the top near the tire bead. I recall a similar issue with my ‘79 R100RS, and the BMW shop I used at that time sent it somewhere for repairs.
I am not overly comfortable with the thought of repairing a rim with a bit of a flat spot, but do remember that it worked fine with the RS. Is this a fairly common issue with these rims?? The tire holds air, but is visibly flatter for about a two inch section.
I would appreciate any feedback on this issue and perhaps recommendations for the repair work to be completed.
Thanks!!
Tom