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Author Topic: Valve covers  (Read 1103 times)

Offline Einar

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Valve covers
« on: July 28, 2016, 05:04:27 AM »
Thinking of changing the valve covers on my R65 1981.

Are all flat-twin valve covers between 71-95 interchangable?
I'm thinking of buying the following once (see picture) online. The add says it will fit an R65 however I thought I'd run it by the experts before I order them.

Your input as always highly appreciated.
Best regards,
Einar

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Offline Barry

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Re: Valve covers
« Reply #1 on: July 28, 2016, 06:52:52 AM »
They'll fit.  There should be a picture on the forum somewhere of a very nice R65 with wire wheels and peanut valve covers.
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Offline Einar

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Re: Valve covers
« Reply #2 on: July 28, 2016, 08:16:26 AM »
Great, thank you for your reply! That settles it! I'm getting them!

Yes wire wheels look great, not too fan of the snowflake style though they are easier to maintain.

Will check out the picture on the forum.
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Einar

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Offline marcmax

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Re: Valve covers
« Reply #3 on: July 28, 2016, 12:41:11 PM »
One of the first changes I made to my R65 when I got it and I love the way they look. I had mine powder coated satin black and then polished the two center ribs.
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Offline mrclubike

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Re: Valve covers
« Reply #4 on: July 28, 2016, 07:31:07 PM »
you may want to get some Silicone valve cover gaskets while your in there.
Just make sure every thing is clean and dry when you put the covers on  :D
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Offline Einar

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Re: Valve covers
« Reply #5 on: July 29, 2016, 09:42:05 AM »
Great! Thank you for your the input! They definitely bring smooth looks to the cylinders.
Best regards,
Einar

Virago XV125 ('99)
BMW R1200C ('98)
BMW R75/5 ('71)