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    R1100R won't start after stall

    Greetings, I’ve owned this ’99 R1100r for six years without any starting problems, other than a bad battery. Normally starts after a couple of seconds. Runs like a top. So, I’m in a parking lot waiting for someone to back out of a spot, clutch in. When I release the clutch the bike jumps and...
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    Cold acceleration

    I have a 1998 F650 that i noticed lately as it has gotten colder out that the acceleration is very sluggish. It gets better as the engine warms up. Definitely much better when the choke is on, which is needed to even get it to drive. But I noticed today that even after riding for 30 minutes...
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    My 01 R1150R?s start problem has been bothering me for a long time

    Hi there My 01 R1150R?s start problem has been bothering me for a long time. It starts extremely well when engine is hot. However, when cold start, I have to push the start button at least 4~5 times (use fast idle lever every time, no wear in cable). The starter (2 year old) works well...
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    Timing and points problem 1976 R90/6 not starting.

    I recently replaced my points on my r90/6 and can't seem to advance the timing enough to get the bike to fire up. While using the alligator clip to light bulb method to set the timing initially I can only turn the plate enough to turn the bulb on about 3 cm from the S marks and on the other end...
  5. jlevee

    2004 R1150 Starting Issue

    I have a 2004 R1150 Rockster. Recently it has been having issues starting in colder weather (I am in Arizona). I have noticed that if parked in the sun, or recently ridden starts fine. But in the mornings (<70 degrees it does not want to start) The starter was replaced last year, the...
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