For those who followed my epic introduction to BMWs report, I thought it was time to follow up. I just got back from a ride, and besides the 110 degree temps and smoke filled air, the ride went without a hitch. It seems to run better each time I ride it. Other than a little oil smoke on start up after sitting on the side stand, everything works like it did 110K miles ago. Apparently, these bikes are hard to kill.