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k11pfc · Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 4:58 pm Post subject: Full spline lube

I have been considering doing this job myself, reading up on various websites it's just about do-able but......speaking to Bahnstormer tonight just general chit chat while my mate was picking up his just serviced R1200c, they asked me if I have my bike serviced I told them I do it myself but did mention the spline lube, the guy asked if I wanted a price, laughingly I said yes.......£93!! for both ends, that's an hour and a half labour plus another £8 to clean up my Gear indicator switch....bloody bargain I think. I will at least be able to watch them do it for next time.
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Ernie-NH · Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 6:07 pm Post subject:

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Hey 'pfc"...

WOW...! That is a deal, but ONLY if the guy is competent and deliberately meticulous ! PLUS he'll do the 'indicator as well'... Certainly seems to be a bargin...

Good luck ( caveat emptor ).......// Ernie in NH
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rbm · Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2012 11:19 pm Post subject:

Good deal. I've done the spline lube myself and it wan't too hard. Good that you can get to watch him perform the operation so that you can repeat it later.

BTW, while the guy is cleaning up the gear position switch, make sure to ask that he smears the outside of the switch with clear silicone sealant, at least the interface between the two parts, like this:

To be sure, bring along a small tube yourself. Doing this will ensure that no moisture can get into the switch in the future and will potentially save you this hassle again.
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k11pfc · Posted: Sat Nov 10, 2012 4:39 am Post subject: