My 2009 Triumph Speedmaster won’t start. I went to start it, I heard a 6:56 “ pop “ and now, nothing. No lights. No fuel pump priming. The “pop” came from the right side of the bike. The battery is good (pulled from my running bike). I checked the two 30 amp fuses and they look good. What should I check next.
@gmcevoy4 күн бұрын
Interesting. How long has the bike been standing still for?
@jeffreyhurst95524 күн бұрын
@@gmcevoy a week to 10 days. Maybe a bad relay or ground?
@gmcevoy2 күн бұрын
@@jeffreyhurst9552 Possibly. I would check the voltage of the battery to make sure. If voltage drops under 9V when cranking, it may be considered dead. Also check battery connections, which should be tight and secure. I would have to find a wiring diagram to see how it's laid out and help you further. I'll do some digging this weekend.
@p--n13 күн бұрын
Where did you source the 'silencers' from Geoff please?
@gmcevoy13 күн бұрын
Hi there. I got them from a specialist motorcycle webshop in France. Here is the link to the ones I have: martin-distribution.fr/echappement/10894-dunstall-replica-silencieux-universel-la-paire-.html
@p--n13 күн бұрын
@@gmcevoy Thank you.
@gmcevoy13 күн бұрын
@@p--n You are welcome.
@p--n13 күн бұрын
@@gmcevoy I've had a look on their site and it appears that silencers/exhaust parts are not listed for T120/T140. A good selection of brake parts though.
@gmcevoy13 күн бұрын
@@p--n Indeed. The exhaust silencers I bought are a universal fitting, and come with adapter sleeves to make them fit. They are good quality items, although not original Dunstall items. I was initially in the market for a set of "John Tickle" silencers, which were fitted on my late father's bike, but these are impossible to find nowadays, sadly. So this comes second best.
@skylark1724 күн бұрын
i luv those narrow back roads
@gmcevoy24 күн бұрын
So do I. 🙂
@malcky63015 күн бұрын
Somewhere in France I recon.
@gordondaniels971825 күн бұрын
excellent
@gmcevoy24 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@zakzhango249526 күн бұрын
It is better to fit the bearing spacers to the bearings before fitting the bearing as an assembly of bearing with spacer. If you tap in the spacer as you did you are transferring the impact force through the balls to the bearing race. You should then be tapping the outer race when you insert the bearing assembly. The Triumph workshop manual does advise this.
@gmcevoy25 күн бұрын
Hi, and thank you for your comment. At what exact time are you referring to, in the video? I think that the moment is when I remove the old bearing, but I would like to make sure. Thanks!
@zakzhango249524 күн бұрын
@@gmcevoy At 51:58 you are tapping the bearing spacer in. I appreciate that the spacer is not a tight fit inn the inner race but there is still an impact force being transmitted through the balls which have a very small contact area. Section F14 of the workshop manual does explain to fit the bearing and spacer as an assembly. (I did enjoy your tank sealing section)
@gmcevoy24 күн бұрын
@@zakzhango2495 Ah, yes, I see what you mean. It would make sense to press the spacer with a backing die on the inner race, then press the assembly in the wheel. Agreed. Thankfully, the press fit is not really that tight, but you are right. Thanks for pointing that out!
@mtmatutum29 күн бұрын
Great job man. Takes me back to the time when as a young teen we worked on the drum brakes of our 1961 VW beetle. The brake adjuster is very similar.
@gmcevoy25 күн бұрын
Thanks! It is indeed the same system. Just bigger. lol
@Jackoc1382Ай бұрын
Brilliant video, just to let anybody know who was wondering also this trick works with a strap that isn’t lgbtq friendly also 👍🏻. So far I have tried a green and a black strap with success.
@gmcevoy25 күн бұрын
Hahaha! It's the only one I had at hand, but yes of course! You've made my day! 🤣
@scottjones5455Ай бұрын
You do a great job on these presentations. Been a while, still riding the RS? I have a 2002 in black. I did a fly and buy about a year ago from Fort Worth, Texas to Nashville, Tennessee and back. The most fluid motorcycle I've ever owned, I also have the R1100RS from 1994.
@gmcevoyАй бұрын
Hi! Thank you for your kind words. I still have it, although I have not ridden it much lately as I am working on other projects for the time being. For some reason, after a short half-hour ride my hands get tingly. I have not figured out why yet. Otherwise it is a great bike to ride, I love it. It pulls nicely, and when you get used to handling the weight it is quite nimble. I now have a K1600GLT as well, which I hope to introduce to the channel some time or another. And something else which is still under wraps for now. ;-) Stay tuned!
@martinrice9190Ай бұрын
I made the mistake of buying a brand new 1976 Bonneville. After two yrs it had pretty much vibrated itself apart. Lots of electrical problems, carb problems, etc. The vibrations are high frequency and destroy everything. If you keep the revs low you may not have all the issues I had. That, of course, means you can't use the bike as intended. Best of luck with it.
@gmcevoyАй бұрын
Thanks. I grab it by the scruff of the neck every now and again, and it performs quite well. Then again, I do give it a lot of attention, checking for leaks, checking tightness of nuts and bolts etc. I did almost lose a muffler once, since then I keep a close eye on everything.
@martinrice9190Ай бұрын
@@gmcevoy I will say that they handle very well. Previous to the Bonneville I owned a 1971 BSA Firebird Scrambler which I should Have kept. It was a much better machine but didn't have the looks of the Bonny. After the Bonny I& living in Pennsylvania USA I bought a new 1974 Sportster XLCH which was the worst bike I ever owned LOL. I got rid of it & started riding old Harley's from the 1950's * they were great bikes. I currently ride a 2020 Royal Enfield Trials 500 Replica which as been trouble free with exception of a couple bulbs. I've been riding over here for 56 yrs and owned many bikes. The best i've owned would be my current machine as well as a 1974 Honda 4 cyl & a 1952 Harley Panhead. I pretty much stick to back roads with the Royal Enfield. Cheers & best of luck with your Bonny.
@gmcevoyАй бұрын
@@martinrice9190 Awesome. Thank you for sharing that. I had a customer with a 1946 Harley WLC, and it was fantastic to work on. I rebuilt the engine and gearbox on that bike, and it was good fun. He's now back in the States with it too. A bit too far for servicing. :-) Thanks again for stopping by, it is highly appreciated.
@michaelpullen6812Ай бұрын
Excellent video! In the market for one of these, so I am trying to learn everything possible about them….thank you!
@gmcevoyАй бұрын
It is a truly fantastic bike to own. Totally underrated for now, and definitely the time to grab one before prices go up. Thank you for showing your appreciation, and enjoy the hunt! 🙂You will love ownership once you find the right one for you.
@christopherlemons6346Ай бұрын
Is this the same process for a 2005 K1200s?
@gmcevoyАй бұрын
Unfortunately not. The K1200S has a radically different engine design. Magnificent bike, by the way!
@christopherlemons6346Ай бұрын
@@gmcevoy It's great but it's showing age from '05 and fuel no longer reads. Part is $300.... trying to talk myself into it.
@gmcevoyАй бұрын
@@christopherlemons6346 Hmm. Might be worth looking into none the less. It can't be anything too complicated. I wouldn't be surprised that BMW carried over some basic parts from the older models into the newer ones... If you have a basic tool kit, don't be afraid to have a go. Just be methodical when you take screws out. Keep them together and label them if you need to. The hardest part will be to access the float system. If it is like this K1200RS, the whole fairing has to come off...
@AustinSkyeWellnessАй бұрын
What was the modification to the oil filter tool? You referenced it, but not what it was
@gmcevoyАй бұрын
Indeed. If you look closely at around 11:17 you can see that I welded a length of 22 mm cold rolled steel square bar to it. This to have better leverage on filters which are often found too tight to remove otherwise. The 3/8" square drive had rounded off after just a few uses.
@The73ReaperАй бұрын
Where?
@IIIcouleursАй бұрын
Great instruction video , thanks. I considering to buy triumph bonneville, last carburetor model from 2008 and Im thinking is it a still good option, or choose fuel injection Cheers
@gmcevoyАй бұрын
You are welcome. It is indeed a difficult choice. I would say it mostly boils down to the use you are going to have of the bike. Bear in mind that carburetter models are easier to work on because less electronics are involved and they respond much better to performance tuning, but they require more regular maintenance (and the know-how to get it done properly). Whereas fuel injection are more accurate, require less maintenance but are more electronically complex. If you intend to use it for leisure, I would go with the carb model, but if you intend to use the bike on a daily basis, the injection model will probably be less of a hassle in the long run. I hope this helps!
@adrianrodger2489Ай бұрын
It would've been good to see the exhaust and see what muffler was on , how it fit up .
@gmcevoyАй бұрын
I might as well do a video about that. Watch this space. 🙂
@BullyBoxer2 ай бұрын
That not a real clubvan .
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
No it isn't. Its a Cooper S, which I transformed into a Clubvan. Mini never made a Clubvan S, so I did.
@BullyBoxer2 ай бұрын
@@gmcevoy You’ve got it backwards. You should’ve bought the van and then converted it into an S End of the day that is a car from factory . Taking the backseat out of it doesn’t make it a van .
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
@@BullyBoxer Much more of a hassle, and completely illegal here. Swapping engines is a no-go. Plus, the clubvan doesn't have the Sports chassis, when this S does. So I got it right. And it was indeed a bit more involved than just taking the back seat out. I bought and fitted the Clubvan inner boot panels, had a floor cut to measure and then got it approved by the technical inspection authorities to make it all legal.
@BullyBoxer2 ай бұрын
@@gmcevoy still just a car ,and not a factory van .
@harrisonrawlinson56502 ай бұрын
Has anybody tried this? Does it work? It seems like the best method I’ve seen so far
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
I tried it, and it definitely worked.
@harrisonrawlinson56502 ай бұрын
@@gmcevoyeven after 5 years? That’s awesome. I’m buying a 1998 300TDI, picking it up on Saturday and I think this is going to be my first job whilst the weather is nice
@ginospagnuolo33292 ай бұрын
Looks like a complex job with so many small parts and my thought is that it's better left to an expert .
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
Indeed. It is a highly intricate device. If you don't feel comfortable, ask a professional to take care of it for you. 🙂
@TerraMagnus2 ай бұрын
My search for a lightweight indefinitely maintainable “forever motorcycle” led me here.
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
Nice. This ticks all your boxes then. Parts are still widely available, and if they aren't a good machine shop should be able to make them for you. These bikes will outlive us all.
@enricolessanutti49882 ай бұрын
Nell'ultimo periodo della produzione destinata al mercato incompetente degli usa, l'R 69 S ha subìto l'affronto della banale forcella telescopica che ha compromesso la stupenda armonia estetica e funzionale che la rese la migliore motocicletta da turismo di tutti I tempi. Gli americani hanno la capacità di demolire tutto ciò che per sventura cade sotto la loro osservazione (si fa per dire). I bilancieri erano montati su cuscinetti ad aghi (attrito volvente)
@GaryMcrae-sx6tc2 ай бұрын
Interested when you start doing the fixes of time and costs . Clutch is a big one so time taken and total cost of all parts .
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
Parts is around 600€. Time depends on your skill and the size of your toolbox. Sadly I sold it, but I still have my K1200RS which has the same chassis. Clutch needs doing on that one, so maybe a video will follow.
@ArakakiDojoMatsubayashiS-km5uc2 ай бұрын
Sounds like a total money put. It's probably cheaper in the long run to buy brand new.
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
Well, if you look at the equivalent nowadays, you're looking at about 35 grand for a new bike. This K1200LT would be a money pit up to about 5 grand tops, including purchase price. You don't have today's luxurious amenities of course, it is 20 years old after all. 🙂
@MadTinkerman2 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed this. I have a 1977 T140v which I recently acquired and have done a bunch of work to it. It has the lower bars so the riding position isn't as good IMHO so am going to install some similar to the US spec ones that you have. I also have an issue finding neutral and this, combined with the fact the bike does not have a neutral light, makes trying to find neutral at a stop light a definite challenge. Neutral roulette. I've stalled the bike a couple of times now, and that really sucks in traffic. That said, I am hoping that as I get more used to the bike, I'll get better at it. Curious if there is any way to fit a neutral light to the bike as that would be a big help. I've subscribed and going to watching more of your videos. Cheers.
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
Hi! Thanks for your comment, and welcome to T140V ownership! I too have trouble finding neutral, and I have found out that it is much easier to find it while the bike is still rolling. So before I come to a full stop, I put it back in first and gently nudge the lever toward neutral. 9 times out of 10 it works, or else it goes back into second, then I just nudge it down. As long as the bike is rolling, it works. When it's at a standstill, it is much more difficult. Have fun, and thank you for subscribing! It means a lot to me.
@MadTinkerman2 ай бұрын
@@gmcevoy thanks very much for the tip to find neutral as you're rolling to a stop. I'll give that a try and practice it. Cheers!
@triumphrider97962 ай бұрын
Sorry, no such thing as an '01 T100, it was just called the Bonneville. First model year for the T100 was '02, and it was originally planned as a one-year-only variant for Triumph's centenary (I own one). The T100 has a tach and different paint scheme (and chromed case covers in '02) but otherwise it's the same as the regular Bonnie (which is what's in this video).
@m.f.m.673 ай бұрын
I own its thinner brother, the K1200GT. I always joke that the LT on the K1200LT stood for "Light Truck!" My 2004 GT is still relativly low miles at 16K. Hope the silly-complex servo ABS hangs in there a few more years for me. I love riding it, smooth as glass.
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
Light Truck, I love it! It's exactly what it is! Hahaha! Your ABS will be fine, just make sure to renew the brake fluid in both primary and secondary circuits, as per BMW's recommendations. I think it's every two years.
@babelman13 ай бұрын
Try as I might, just can't get the belt over the tensioner, so frustrating😤😤
@gmcevoy3 ай бұрын
It is a tight fit. Make sure that the belt is taut on the opposite side of the tensioner. If you are having trouble keeping tension while you make your way around (anti-clockwise starting from the crankshaft), try folding a piece of cardboard and wedge it in between the belt and the engine block, right under the crankshaft pulley to keep the belt in place. Don't forget to remove it when you are done! lol. 🙂 You can also try to run the belt along each pulley (don't be afraid to pull hard on the belt), by placing the belt only halfway onto each pulley. This can give you the tiny bit of extra slack that you may be missing. Then push the belt evenly upon both cam pulleys. Best of luck!
@calvin77403 ай бұрын
Great run, how is your rig at night runs I have only seen it run in the day time. Are you going to put dic breaks all the way round or can it be done? As for me I really love this vehicle and if hit the lottery this is first vehicle I would have my eyes on. Also tell me about the heater.
@gmcevoy3 ай бұрын
Hi! Night runs are awesome. I don't have good enough camera gear to make it look good in a video. But it is good fun. The LED headlight conversion makes a world of difference, and the light bar sets the world alight. Sadly, I have to part with it, so let me know if it might be of interest to you. Regarding the auxiliary heater, I took it out as it was occupying otherwise useful space behind the driver seat. I still have it though.
@user-lq5hx7ve4d3 ай бұрын
YES SIR!!!! YOUR 78 BONNIE RUNS GREAT AND LOOKS ABSOLUTELY SPECTACULAR!!! AND YES GLAD YOU ARE RELIVING YOUR TIMES RIDING WITH YOUR FATHER!!!!! I LOVE THE SCENERY IN THE VILLAGES AND COUNTRYSIDE!!!! I HAVE OWNED LOTS OF MOTORCYCLES BUT NOT A TRIUMPH !!!! BUT HAVE HAD FRIENDS THAT DID AND SOME STILL DO!!!! BACK IN THE MID 1990s a friend had a 1972 TRIUMPH TRIDENT 750!!! I RODE IT FOR A HOUR AND HAD A BLAST ON THE PURPLE AND WHITE ALL FACTORY ORIGINAL!!!! THE TOURGUE WAS GOOD!!!! REALLY ENJOYED THE VIDEO!!!! I'LL SUBSCRIBE!!!! THANKS TEXAS SCOTT!!!!
@gmcevoy3 ай бұрын
Thank you Scott. Much appreciated!
@MarkMCMAHON-mm3vp3 ай бұрын
Same bike, have fuel and spark but wont start ? turns over nicely but wont start up. The bike had been running, last ride was a week prior and no issues. Any suggestions
@gmcevoy3 ай бұрын
Maybe it has flooded? Make sure the spark plugs are nice and dry. Take them out and leave the engine overnight with the plugs off so the excess fuel can evaporate (if there is any inside the cylinders). When an engine has flooded, the petrol washes the oil off the cylinder bores and can reduce compression pressure sufficiently for staring to be difficult. Let me know how it goes.
@MarkMCMAHON-mm3vp3 ай бұрын
@@gmcevoy that's a good point. Fingers crossed it is that simple. I'll pull the plugs out shortly and leave it till tomorrow evening after work and give it a go. Thanks for the reply.
@gmcevoy3 ай бұрын
@@MarkMCMAHON-mm3vp I hope it works. Fingers crossed!
@DutchmanOverland3 ай бұрын
Definitely great video. Same reason why I kept the plastic Spur gear. Rather have that strip then anything else further down the line. Slipper clutch is just a extra barrier and good safety
@johnmeyers86104 ай бұрын
Fantastic content! Really well done. Are the gaps measured the same across R60/2 models as well? (Points, spark plugs, 22mm float for carburetor, etc)?
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
I'm not entirely sure. One would have to double check the data in the workshop manual
@stephenbohn5924 ай бұрын
Great! I have a 97 Ford E150 discovery van (conversion) whose moonroof lid came off on the interstate and is long gone. I've had a tough time finding a replacement or a patch to seal that thing. Would be very grateful to you for any tips on freshening a replacement or finding a replacement, and I would be happy to compensate you. Thank you very much. Stephen
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
Hi Stephen, I've got a feeling that this is out of my league. I have no experience whatsoever with Ford E150's. I don't think they ever sold these, on this side of the pond. Maybe you could make a template using the good old CAD method (cardboard aided design), and bring the template to a body shop who could then make a polycarbonate substitute to measure?
@ka41724 ай бұрын
Run the Fusion 1800 SE in my 6x6 Mog and i never got a better Combo for my needs! Hobby Wing make only real waterproof combos because i try a lot others! I hope your oil system never get leaked because ATF oil is highly poisen if it leak in too the environment.Is it possibel too lift one side with the super scale suspension so its more save drive sidehills or get more flex with push the suspension diagonally? Lift only the rear or only the front suspension for more easy down or uphill? i am intrested to know how you can make your gearbox oil sealed . i watch RC Crawler Comp drivers use no slippers because of weight and "bullet proof" drivetrains.I am a huge RC Crawler fan and my favorite spots in Belgium are Bilstain and the Ninglinspoo.Nice Video!
@gmcevoy2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Making the gearbox seal properly is a lot of work, and requires a lathe and a mill... I removed the SuperScale suspension, as it looks great but really makes crawling nearly impossible. It is possible to adjust front and rear lift.
@ka41724 ай бұрын
Mud mud mud and water and the "poison sea". i would try Bilstain Terrain too.Even with a Enduro Bike and a RC Crawler Bilstain is a dream to play!
@ka41724 ай бұрын
Its loud there is near zero flex in the suspension and the carbureted Motor is "fuel hungry" but offroad its near unbeatabel.
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
You summed that up pretty well.
@ka41724 ай бұрын
I dont need a oil filled gearbox i only need "no water" after floating in the gearbox ha ha! A real waterprrof gearbox ist on my wish list!
@enricolessanutti49884 ай бұрын
i cornetti di aspirazione non sono compatibili con la R 69 S; l'assenza della forcella Earles e del volantino ammortizzatore delle vibrazioni torsionali sono una profanazione del progetto originale più evoluto
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
Peccato davvero. Come spesso accade con i veicoli di una certa età, hanno subito modifiche e raccontano la loro storia unica. Forse si è schiantata e le parti di ricambio non erano disponibili, forse è stata rubata, smontata e venduta, rimontata in seguito... Ognuna ci racconta una storia unica, ed è ciò che rende le vecchie auto e moto così belle da possedere.
@paulhanlon51124 ай бұрын
Blue with the White flash and gold pinstripe....best colour scheme...for me anyway!
@podthesod4 ай бұрын
My T140E looks beautiful .. handles the bends like a dream .. but those push fit exhausts … unbelievably crap cheap engineering .. BMW and Honda must have laughed their socks off .. sick of having to get the spanners out .. I am selling!
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
I can understand your frustration. Push fit exhausts was a thing up until maybe the 1920's, in automotive applications at least. I've had issues with mine too, up until I took it apart, push-fit both pipes (gently helped with a light dead-blow hammer), pushed them inwards towards each other then secured the clamps on the balance pipe. That sorted it out once and for all.
@enricolessanutti49884 ай бұрын
R 69 S nella sua fase finale americana, deturpata dall'assenza della forcella Earles
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
Hai assolutamente ragione. Questa era davvero una bici con specifiche americane. Ben individuato!
@ClovisPoint4 ай бұрын
Always wanted one since i first saw one in a carpark in the 70s in Australia ,never managed to get one
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
Never say never. There is one out there for you. It will turn up at some point. Just keep your eyes peeled. 🙂
@THEOGGUNSHOW4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video.
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
You are welcome. Glad it is useful to you.
@stanbirchall58894 ай бұрын
Changed the clutch on mine a few weeks ago luckily I'm a mechanic, you have to suspend the bike in the air, garages want about 2000€ to do the job, fantastic bike if you can do your own maintenance it's a major job just to change the air filter not difficult but time consuming time is money in a garage.
@russparker16474 ай бұрын
An MGC roadster might be enough to bring me back into the MG world. Love it, thanks.
@bruceharris53304 ай бұрын
Great video. I have a 2003 K1200RS and have a problem with my test suspension having a 'clunk' type sound on hard bumps or ruts. It does not feel broken or loose, but feels like it needs lube or some type of grease. All my bikes from Honda to Ducati have a way to grease the swingarm bolts and rear suspension. I cannot find any place on this BMW to lube the rear suspension! Any advice on this problem? Thanks
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
From what I recall, it is all mounted on rubber bushes. If something clunks, then a bush must have disintegrated. There is no lubrication needed anywhere else than on the swingarm bearings. This bike is solidly built 🙂. With the bike on the centre stand, try to push and pull the rear wheel from side to side, left and right. See if there is any play in the swingarm bearings.
@bruceharris53304 ай бұрын
Thanks for the prompt reply. There is no play at all. It is just a feeling of metal on metal with harder bumps. From what you are saying, I'm thinking that the rubber bushings may have just gone like older men.... Softer over time! 😂😂 Thank you for your thoughts
@EagleEyePVP4 ай бұрын
Loved the video. Picking up my 2001 t100 this weekend. Can't wait. Its my first bike over 125cc. I have always been in love with the cafe racer style and wanted something where i can properly learn how to modify and do repairs beyond just changing a filter. Looking forward to working on it so much.
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
Congrats on your acquisition! You are going to love it! If you haven't already, it is worth investing in the Haynes manual, which describes ever so clearly each and every step regarding maintenance, overhaul, and general care for your bike.
@EagleEyePVP4 ай бұрын
@@gmcevoy Thank you! Just drove it home yesterday. 4 hour drive along norwegian fjords in amazing weather. I just ordered the manual as well as a new oil and air filter :) Next up is replacing the chain, and what seems to be a front guard mounted on the frond underside of the main frame that has occumulated some rust. Before starting on the estetics and performance based upgrades :)
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
@@EagleEyePVP Fantastic! Nothing beats a good service to get acquainted with the bike. It's a part of the bonding process, if you ask me. 🙂
@aurolevrai4 ай бұрын
thanks a lot! question: how do you clean the engine/cylinders?
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
Much appreciated. Not sure what you mean by cleaning the engine/cylinders. Could you be a bit more specific so I can better answer your question?
@aurolevrai4 ай бұрын
sure, I just bought a R60/2 and the engine is clearly in need of a deep clean, especially the cylinders. I wonder how you keep yours so clean here. any tip on cleaning grease and dust from in-between the fins for example?@@gmcevoy
@gmcevoy4 ай бұрын
@@aurolevraiWell done with your purchase! I hope your bike will bring you lots of enjoyable rides! Steam cleaning would be a good place to start. Also, dust tends to stick to oily deposits, so perhaps your engine seals are no longer as efficient, letting a bit of oil seep out. But a steam clean would definitely help to clean it all off. If that doesn't work, then a gentle dry ice blast would be your ticket to a brand new-looking engine. Then again, if seals are not as effective as new ones, the oil deposit will soon be back. Otherwise, once it has been steamed or dry ice blasted, regular maintenance helps: blowing with compressed air after each ride, followed by a gentle water rinse (garden hose is perfect, never with a pressure washer), and especially drying afterwards helps to keep it look beautiful. Enjoy your R60/2, no matter what! 🙂