Start of Season
Only 4 degrees Celsius, but roads was dry and the sun was out, so the 2012 season started today.
65 km on my favorite backroads – and smiling all the way 🙂
March 2012
BMW Logo turn signals
A matte plastic disc with 8 yellow LED's that fits perfectly between the fairing and the BMW Logo.
Very good quality, but took a few hours to install.
Anyway – It was worth it and I'm really happy with the result.
AC Schnitzer crash bars
They are only listed for the F800R, but fits perfectly in the F800S, and blends in with the lower edge of the fairing.
Dark wind screen
Just for looks – no practical reason….
February 2012
Updated cam chain spring
Will reduce low speed cam chain rattle.
Plug cap puller
This little tool makes it a lot easier to pull the ignition coils / spark plug caps.
Made by Wunderlich (Germany)
August 2011
MUPO hydraulic valves for front fork.
I was not sure about if this was a real improvement or just a fancy farkle, but after 10 minutes on my favorite bumpy backroad, there's no doubt that the front wheel ability to stick to the road is much better now.
Installed in less than one hour.
June 2011
Helmet lock
This helmet lock is actually made for a R1200C, but with a custom made bracket, it actually fits the F800S – and of course the lock is coded to fit the ignition key.
March 2011
Auto Pilot
A simple one piece spring loaded plastic gizmo that will keep the throttle in position if you push it down towards the brake lever with your index finger.
Throttle is kept steady while you relax your right hand, but you can easily close the throttle if necessary.
Brilliant piece of kit for USD 19.95 🙂
February 2011
Garmin Zumo 660
I had two issues with my Tomtom Rider2: The connection between the GPS unit and the cradle was failing because the plastic on both parts had wear from the vibrations in the Moto Guzzi where I used the Tomtom for a few years. Also, the RAM ball installation point in the left handlebar pipe (se earlier post) could no longer be tightend and the weight from the GPS and the cradle would rotate the RAM ball.
So I decided to go for the newer Garmin Zumo 660.
I spend a lot of time on the installation, finding a good location for the RAM ball and modifying the cable harness.
Obviously, I wanted to make the installation look as "integrated" as possible, not having the GPS unit sitting way out in some weird angle, but still with the dashboard fullly visible. And even though Garmin made the cradle and wire harness for permanent installation, I wanted the possibility to remove the cradle, so I had to cut up the harness to install a couple of waterproof connectors.
I think the location you can see in the pictures is really good 🙂
Installation on the cradle takes less than two minutes, and I can see dashboard and GPS display – even with the large tankbag installed.
