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BMW Recall
Following up to a piece previously posted under the heading of Rumors. I was able to track this down and confirm the recall in the www.nhtsa.gov site.
Make / Models : Model/Build Years:
BMW / R1200 HP2 2006
BMW / R1200 S 2007
Manufacturer : BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V399000 Mfg's Report Date : OCT 09, 2006
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 700
Summary:
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, DURING ASSEMBLY, THE FINAL-DRIVE ASSEMBLY O-RING MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED CORRECTLY. A LEAK MAY OCCUR AT THE LOCATION OF THIS O-RING WHICH IS NEAR THE REAR BRAKE DISC.
Consequence:
IF A LEAK WERE TO OCCUR, OIL COULD COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE REAR BRAKE DISC, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW O-RING IN THE FINAL-DRIVE ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Transport Canada - www.tc.gc.ca - is not reporting for these models or this concern as a recall item at this time.
Live your dreams with the World of BMW
Do you ever sit watching travel adventures on the television wishing that you could escape the dull grey British skies in search of adventure and distant horizons? Well the opportunity is easier than you think with the World of BMW. The manufacturer-backed 2007 touring programme is now available to view online at www.worldofbmw.com where free, full-colour brochures can also be requested.
The 116-page Activity Brochure contains all the details and dates for the World of BMW's 2007 Tour Programme and there really is something for everyone whether you aspire to exploring the world on or off road. As well as a choice of carefully selected destinations in Europe, there is also the possibility to choose from a range of tours all over the globe including, Morocco and New Zealand to name just two.
Exploring different countries by motorcycle really is the ultimate way to travel and allows you to soak up fantastic surroundings, exquisite views and the unique way of life that each destination has to offer. No other form of transport allows you to immerse yourself into the local culture quite as deeply as on two wheels and it's all possible when you travel with BMW.
The World of BMW tours are carefully planned to appeal to all types of motorcyclist and suit any budget or timescale. There are short and long motorcycle tours that focus more on riding with amazing roads and mountain passes, whereas others are designed to have a more 'social' approach with more time for sightseeing or just pure and simple relaxation in good quality accommodation.
Ferry bookings, hotels, detailed route descriptions, local maps, telephone numbers and travel packs are all taken care of by our experienced tour guides, so that all participants need to do is select a suitable holiday, book a place and arrive at the ferry terminal on time!
To request your free copy of the full-colour World of BMW 2007 Activity Brochure call free on 08000 131 282 during office hours or email bmw@worldofbmw.com at any time. Alternatively you can access information on all the tours as well as details of a comprehensive selection of off-road training courses and on-road riding tuition by visiting the www.worldofbmw.com website.
BMW Chartered Club:
BMW Motorcycle Club of Port Washington, #116
founded: 12/1/198
Paula McClelland (pmcclelland@wi.rr.com)
PO Box 94
Port Washington, WI 53074 US
www.portbmwclub.com
Meetings:
2nd Sunday each month, 4pm, R&R Tap, Highways LL & KK, Port Washington, WI.
Events:
Port Club mini-rally, R&R Tap, Highways LL and KK, Port Washington, WI, Call for date
It seems that a few of the members of the Port Washington club have nothing better to do than ride.
News from the 2007 Rally area:
Ozaukee ÔÇô Washington Daily News
Fond Du Lac Reporter
Fond du Lac Reporter published sad news:
Waukesha North 36, West Bend West 14
The Sheboygan Press
WhatÔÇÖs going on in Sehboygan. this weekend.
Daily Citizen, Beaver Dam
News:
The Twisted Wrist Podcast is out.
Table of podtents:
News:
Ontario Speeding Fines and Photo Radar
France's Photo Radar on Bridges (http://tinyurl.com/vr44u)
US Passport Requirement & New US ID Card
Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada Fall Meeting
2007 National Motorcycle Symposium Announcement
New Calabogie Motorsports Track
Toronto's McBride Cycle Closes After 97 Years
European Superbike Ban Proposal
OnRoute GPS Motorcycle Route Calculator
Length: 48:44
Size: 33.4 MB
The Andhranews.net reports on Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (NYSE: HMC) announcimg its consolidated financial results for the fiscal second quarter and the fiscal first half ended September 30, 2006. Honda Financials.
ÔÇ£With respect to Honda's sales for the fiscal second quarter by business segment, unit sales of motorcycles totaled 2,816 thousand units, an increase of 13.1% from the corresponding period in 2005. Unit sales in Japan were 98 thousand units, a decrease of 5.8%. Overseas unit sales was 2,718 thousand units, an increase of 14.0%, due mainly to the healthy unit sales in India and Brazil, offsetting the negative impact of the decrease in unit sales of parts for local production at Honda's affiliates accounted for under the equity method in Indonesia which was caused by a decline in the market environment. Revenue from unaffiliated customers increased 16.6%, to JPY 335.5 billion (USD 2,846 million) from the corresponding period in 2005, due mainly to the increased unit sales and the positive impact of the currency translation effects. Operating income increased by 8.3 % to JPY 32.0 billion (USD 272 million) from the corresponding period in 2005, due mainly to the positive impact of the increased profit attributable to higher revenue and the currency effects caused by the depreciation of the Japanese yen, offsetting the negative impact of the increased SG&A expenses.ÔÇØ
2,718 thousand units is 2,718,000 if I am not mistaken, and that is just the second quarter!
Morning Reads: 10 October 2006 reported BMWÔÇÖs third quarter world wide figures.
Is nothing sacred anymore? Guinness to produce a red version of its famous stout.
Feature:
If this was television wrestling it would be the part where two arch rivals come out and flex their muscles before the match.
In the Orange Corner ÔÇô KTM SUUUUPPPPERRR MOTO!!!!!
The Kneeslider pens a short piece on the competition for the home-forum favorite.
In the Blue corner das neue Zicklein auf dem BlockX Mooootooooooooooooooooo
Does the Xmoto have genetic roots going back to 
an in-house concept, the 1972 Modulo is shown here?
Gear:
We donÔÇÖt like trailers around here and regularly kid about them; however, they do have a purpose at times. The writers at webBikeWorld would agree that sometimes you may need a trailer just not this one.
Motorcycle Repair and Care:
The BMW South African site looks at http://www.bmw-motorrad.co.za/bikes/workshop/tech/articles/gear.html]Gearbox, Final Drive, and Drive shaft oil change.
Riding Skills:
Sound Rider gives space to cover Cornering Control in this issue. Part 1 by David L. Hough.
Video:
British TV show Top Gear goes to Iceland for a race between a jet propelled kayak and a World Rally Car.
Technology
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Sony Recalls[/url Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Previous Fires
This is yet another recall of Sony batteries.
Biker Dictionary: word of the day:
[url=http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/dictionary/X.htm] X's - Honda VTX owners refer to their rides as X's. (thanks to Eric Inger)
Looks like the dictionary needs an update! They donÔÇÖt seem to know about the BMWÔÇÖs new factor X
Bike Candy:
Unless noted otherwise, I have no known commercial interest in any products discussed in the Morning Reads
Following up to a piece previously posted under the heading of Rumors. I was able to track this down and confirm the recall in the www.nhtsa.gov site.
Make / Models : Model/Build Years:
BMW / R1200 HP2 2006
BMW / R1200 S 2007
Manufacturer : BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V399000 Mfg's Report Date : OCT 09, 2006
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 700
Summary:
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, DURING ASSEMBLY, THE FINAL-DRIVE ASSEMBLY O-RING MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED CORRECTLY. A LEAK MAY OCCUR AT THE LOCATION OF THIS O-RING WHICH IS NEAR THE REAR BRAKE DISC.
Consequence:
IF A LEAK WERE TO OCCUR, OIL COULD COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE REAR BRAKE DISC, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW O-RING IN THE FINAL-DRIVE ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Transport Canada - www.tc.gc.ca - is not reporting for these models or this concern as a recall item at this time.
Live your dreams with the World of BMW
Do you ever sit watching travel adventures on the television wishing that you could escape the dull grey British skies in search of adventure and distant horizons? Well the opportunity is easier than you think with the World of BMW. The manufacturer-backed 2007 touring programme is now available to view online at www.worldofbmw.com where free, full-colour brochures can also be requested.
The 116-page Activity Brochure contains all the details and dates for the World of BMW's 2007 Tour Programme and there really is something for everyone whether you aspire to exploring the world on or off road. As well as a choice of carefully selected destinations in Europe, there is also the possibility to choose from a range of tours all over the globe including, Morocco and New Zealand to name just two.
Exploring different countries by motorcycle really is the ultimate way to travel and allows you to soak up fantastic surroundings, exquisite views and the unique way of life that each destination has to offer. No other form of transport allows you to immerse yourself into the local culture quite as deeply as on two wheels and it's all possible when you travel with BMW.
The World of BMW tours are carefully planned to appeal to all types of motorcyclist and suit any budget or timescale. There are short and long motorcycle tours that focus more on riding with amazing roads and mountain passes, whereas others are designed to have a more 'social' approach with more time for sightseeing or just pure and simple relaxation in good quality accommodation.
Ferry bookings, hotels, detailed route descriptions, local maps, telephone numbers and travel packs are all taken care of by our experienced tour guides, so that all participants need to do is select a suitable holiday, book a place and arrive at the ferry terminal on time!
To request your free copy of the full-colour World of BMW 2007 Activity Brochure call free on 08000 131 282 during office hours or email bmw@worldofbmw.com at any time. Alternatively you can access information on all the tours as well as details of a comprehensive selection of off-road training courses and on-road riding tuition by visiting the www.worldofbmw.com website.
BMW Chartered Club:
BMW Motorcycle Club of Port Washington, #116
founded: 12/1/198
Paula McClelland (pmcclelland@wi.rr.com)
PO Box 94
Port Washington, WI 53074 US
www.portbmwclub.com
Meetings:
2nd Sunday each month, 4pm, R&R Tap, Highways LL & KK, Port Washington, WI.
Events:
Port Club mini-rally, R&R Tap, Highways LL and KK, Port Washington, WI, Call for date
It seems that a few of the members of the Port Washington club have nothing better to do than ride.
News from the 2007 Rally area:
Ozaukee ÔÇô Washington Daily News
Fond Du Lac Reporter
Fond du Lac Reporter published sad news:
Waukesha North 36, West Bend West 14
The Sheboygan Press
WhatÔÇÖs going on in Sehboygan. this weekend.
Daily Citizen, Beaver Dam
News:
The Twisted Wrist Podcast is out.
Table of podtents:
News:
Ontario Speeding Fines and Photo Radar
France's Photo Radar on Bridges (http://tinyurl.com/vr44u)
US Passport Requirement & New US ID Card
Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada Fall Meeting
2007 National Motorcycle Symposium Announcement
New Calabogie Motorsports Track
Toronto's McBride Cycle Closes After 97 Years
European Superbike Ban Proposal
OnRoute GPS Motorcycle Route Calculator
Length: 48:44
Size: 33.4 MB
The Andhranews.net reports on Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (NYSE: HMC) announcimg its consolidated financial results for the fiscal second quarter and the fiscal first half ended September 30, 2006. Honda Financials.
ÔÇ£With respect to Honda's sales for the fiscal second quarter by business segment, unit sales of motorcycles totaled 2,816 thousand units, an increase of 13.1% from the corresponding period in 2005. Unit sales in Japan were 98 thousand units, a decrease of 5.8%. Overseas unit sales was 2,718 thousand units, an increase of 14.0%, due mainly to the healthy unit sales in India and Brazil, offsetting the negative impact of the decrease in unit sales of parts for local production at Honda's affiliates accounted for under the equity method in Indonesia which was caused by a decline in the market environment. Revenue from unaffiliated customers increased 16.6%, to JPY 335.5 billion (USD 2,846 million) from the corresponding period in 2005, due mainly to the increased unit sales and the positive impact of the currency translation effects. Operating income increased by 8.3 % to JPY 32.0 billion (USD 272 million) from the corresponding period in 2005, due mainly to the positive impact of the increased profit attributable to higher revenue and the currency effects caused by the depreciation of the Japanese yen, offsetting the negative impact of the increased SG&A expenses.ÔÇØ
2,718 thousand units is 2,718,000 if I am not mistaken, and that is just the second quarter!
Morning Reads: 10 October 2006 reported BMWÔÇÖs third quarter world wide figures.
Is nothing sacred anymore? Guinness to produce a red version of its famous stout.
Feature:
If this was television wrestling it would be the part where two arch rivals come out and flex their muscles before the match.
In the Orange Corner ÔÇô KTM SUUUUPPPPERRR MOTO!!!!!
The Kneeslider pens a short piece on the competition for the home-forum favorite.
In the Blue corner das neue Zicklein auf dem BlockX Mooootooooooooooooooooo
Does the Xmoto have genetic roots going back to 
an in-house concept, the 1972 Modulo is shown here?
Gear:
We donÔÇÖt like trailers around here and regularly kid about them; however, they do have a purpose at times. The writers at webBikeWorld would agree that sometimes you may need a trailer just not this one.
Motorcycle Repair and Care:
The BMW South African site looks at http://www.bmw-motorrad.co.za/bikes/workshop/tech/articles/gear.html]Gearbox, Final Drive, and Drive shaft oil change.
Riding Skills:
Sound Rider gives space to cover Cornering Control in this issue. Part 1 by David L. Hough.
Video:
British TV show Top Gear goes to Iceland for a race between a jet propelled kayak and a World Rally Car.
Technology
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Sony Recalls[/url Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Previous Fires
This is yet another recall of Sony batteries.
Biker Dictionary: word of the day:
[url=http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/dictionary/X.htm] X's - Honda VTX owners refer to their rides as X's. (thanks to Eric Inger)
Looks like the dictionary needs an update! They donÔÇÖt seem to know about the BMWÔÇÖs new factor X
Bike Candy:
Unless noted otherwise, I have no known commercial interest in any products discussed in the Morning Reads
