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 Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 9:12am On Nov 11, 2022 |
New windshield! So the windshield I ordered finally arrived and it was installed. Unfortunately I didn't do enough research before selecting the new windshield, it was shorter by 2inch and the ergonomic not too good. Took it for a ride and the air buffeting was so serious that I am considering cleaning and using the old one (What I should have done before). Fog lights The fog light I got off AliExpress arrived and I installed them, wired it into the canbus system using the provided navigation plug. In fact all my addons has been wired into the BMW canbus system as a way to conserve the battery charge, and I used a male plug I ordered to ensure a clean wiring Air filter Also changed the air filter, the previous owner never changed it. I have tried cleaning it twice already and the dirt that came out of it the first time was mind numbing! Observation after the change is improved fuel economy! Wow! https://youtube.com/shorts/Omx80S2zMWo?feature=share
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| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 9:40am On Oct 22, 2022 |
Battery issues So I have been away for a couple of days and the battery of Simba is completely flat. It has been giving symptoms though. I have a battery charger and would recharge it but I will have to buy a new battery ASAP... Am in the lookout for a 12v 12ah battery, who dey sell 3 Likes |
| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 9:30pm On Oct 20, 2022 |
Update: The handlebar risers has been installed, however I had some challenges. From my research on the installation of risers many recommended that the clutch cable, throttle cable and break line will need to be replaced with longer ones to maintain the slack in the lines, this was discouraging as I did not want to embark on those extensive mods. Luckily for me I saw a write up by a rider who installed risers without replacing any other parts. By merely rerouting the lines especially the brake line. I adopted his method rerouting the brake line and loosely ziptie the clutch lime to prevent it from rubbing against other parts. So I loosed the front parts, up to the headlights and rerouted all the lines tested and corrected severally by turning the bike from one end to the other to ensure the lines are moving freely. Then installed the removed parts and took the bike for a test ride. I have since taking the bike out severally and everything is smooth. 2 Likes
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| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 4:14pm On Oct 15, 2022 |
The handlebars mirror clamps are a replacement for the brake and clutch top clamps as such it's fixed directly to the levels. This helps to not clutter the handlebars with different clamps. Even though it's not a perfect let's see how study it is.. More pics... 2 Likes
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| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 10:18am On Oct 15, 2022*. Modified: 3:13pm On Oct 15, 2022 |
So the handlebar risers and the handlebars clamp for the side mirrors arrived finally! The Handlebar risers was offered in a variety of colours but I picked the silver coloured to suit the handle bars. The clamps on the other hand is black but unfortunately the holes didn't fit exactly, so I had to expand the holes 2 Likes
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| Investment › Re: 6,000m2 of land directly on the Lekki free trade zone express (Ibeju-lekki) by uwemjack(op): 2:31pm On Oct 12, 2022 |
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| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 1:15pm On Oct 11, 2022 |
Installed 3d printed part to support the side mirror 1 Like
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| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 12:06pm On Oct 11, 2022*. Modified: 1:48pm On Oct 11, 2022 |
Mods I will be making on Simba 1. Install handlebar raisers - to improve the upright position and eliminate wrists and back stress. 2. Install handle bar mounted rear mirrors - the factory mirrors have weak joints so when I go above 80km/h the fold inwards thereby becoming useless. I have to stop the bike return them back not fun. So I downloaded an STL file someone in US had designed to solve it and 3D print the support ( I have a 3d printer) below is a short video of my printer working on it... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myX79dCFZKo One of them broke while I was filtering through traffic hence my decision. 3. Mount 2 lights on the front fairings - this will be mounted to the point where the factory rear mirrors are installed 4. Install new windshield - I don't see clearly through the presently installed one, also it had been previously painted by one of the previous owners. This vlog shows it... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x30KobLeGOo 2 Likes |
| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 7:54pm On Oct 10, 2022 |
diportivo:Which dialect is this? RuneKingThor:Ok Angrygoat:It won't bite ke! |
| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 7:50pm On Oct 10, 2022 |
My Experience with the f800st so far 1. Brake - the brake is very very reliable! Both the front and back. It stops the bike where you want it to stop, even in an emergency situation. Brembo brakes are awesome! All my future bikes must have Brembo brakes. 2. Stability - the bike is pretty stable in sand and on gravel. In the straits and in corners. I discovered I can come to a full stop without dropping my leg in traffic and the bike stays upright, this is compared to my just sold first bike. 3. Comfort - the upright riding position is more comfortable but the handle bar seems to be too far, resulting in back and wrist strain, so I will need to install handle bar risers to take the bars up and closer to me which should be more comfortable. Hot air from the engine blows to my knees and shin especially in traffic which will be good in cool weather but uncomfortable in the heat of the day. The seat is comfortable to an extent but I feel if I have to ride it the whole day it may not be, this is an assumption. Also the topcase and panniers are comfort items to me for when I need to carry some stuff, meaning I will ride it more than the car�. 4. Speed - since the bike is not and would not be taken on a track, just regular commute the speed is enough. I am yet to test its limits though. But it's more than ok for now 8 Likes |
| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 3:07pm On Oct 09, 2022 |
4. Helmet lock - The bike also came with an aftermarket helmet lock, unfortunately the seller said he bought the bike like that without the key, so I am removing it too as it's unwanted unuseful weight. 2 Likes
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| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 2:01pm On Oct 09, 2022 |
The bike came installed with 1. Radar detector, to identify and notify if a speed Radar is close by so the rider can refuse his speed. Since our people don't use Radar here I have disconnected and removed the two part item from the bike. 2. ETC card reader for toll gates with signal, card reader and anthena. The 3 parts have also been removed. 3. It also had a police siren with blue and red led flashers and controllers. I removed the siren and will repurpose the lights because the more lights on a bike the better for safety I will put the parts up on eBay just in case there's an "oyinbo" who may be interested in buying it, or if anyone is interested in buying please indicate. 2 Likes
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| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 12:48pm On Oct 09, 2022*. Modified: 2:25am On Oct 13, 2022 |
Detailed specification of the bike Model BMW F 800 ST Year 2008 Category Sport touring Engine and transmission Displacement 798.0 cc Engine type Twin, four-stroke Power 83.8 HP @ 8000 RPM Torque 86.0 Nm @ 5800 RPM Valves per cylinder 4 Fuel system Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management (BMS-K) Cooling system Liquid Gearbox 6-speed Transmission type Belt (final drive) Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated Fuel consumption 3.40 litres/100 km (29.4 km/l or 69.18 mpg) Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels Frame type Bridge-type aluminium frame, load-bearing engine Rake (fork angle) 25.8° Trail 95 mm Front suspension Telescopic fork, Ø 43 mm Front wheel travel 140 mm Rear suspension Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with eccentric adjustment for rear axle, central spring strut, spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable (continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable Rear wheel travel 140 mm Front tire 120/70-17 Rear tire 180/55-17 Front brakes Double disc Diameter 320 mm Rear brakes Single disc Diameter 265 mm Physical measures and capacities Dry weight 182.0 kg Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 204.0 kg Seat height 820 mm If adjustable, lowest setting. Overall length 2082 mm Overall width 860 mm Wheelbase 1466 mm Fuel capacity 16.00 litres Reserve fuel capacity 2.00 litres Modified: The bike has ABS 2 Likes
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| Car Talk › Re: Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 11:53am On Oct 07, 2022 |
diportivo:Meaning? |
| Car Talk › Uwemjacks New Powerbike - Simba (BMW F800ST) by uwemjack(op): 10:37pm On Oct 06, 2022*. Modified: 8:58pm On Dec 29, 2022 |
The story continues from... https://www.nairaland.com/7219300/uwemjacks-mufasa-motorcycle/1 The picture below is the exact representation of how the bike was bought of course not in prestine condition as it's Nigerian used 6 Likes
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| Autos › Re: Uwemjacks Mufasa (motorcycle) by uwemjack(op): 9:54am On Oct 03, 2022 |
Timoxilene:The Ninja has smaller engine <400cc, more lighter in terms of weight, closer to the ground i.e. sporty, riding position is sporty i.e. torso is inclined, more easy to manoeuvre around potholes, handlebars smaller and closer to bike, windshield etc. The f800st is bigger and heavier, bigger engine 798cc, it's taller, riding position is upright, tall windshield to protect from the weather, wide elevated handlebars, throttle response more peppy, more controls, it has an obd port for scanning like in a car etc 1 Like |
| Autos › Re: Uwemjacks Mufasa (motorcycle) by uwemjack(op): 9:43am On Oct 03, 2022 |
Mufasa is sold! Video of Mufasa leaving for his new home.. https://youtube.com/shorts/m_tI4hdFwBw?feature=share |
| Properties › Re: Sales on hold by uwemjack(op): 8:32am On Oct 03, 2022 |
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| Investment › Re: 6,000m2 of land directly on the Lekki free trade zone express (Ibeju-lekki) by uwemjack(op): 8:32am On Oct 03, 2022 |
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| Autos › Re: Uwemjacks Mufasa (motorcycle) by uwemjack(op): 7:52pm On Oct 02, 2022 |
Timoxilene:Someone has paid for Mufasa already! |
| Autos › Re: Uwemjacks Mufasa (motorcycle) by uwemjack(op): 7:51pm On Oct 02, 2022 |
Timoxilene:With all the rough road, vibrations get transferred to handle which will cause numbness, also not a speed demon on the bike 1 Like |
| Autos › Re: Uwemjacks Mufasa (motorcycle) by uwemjack(op): 4:44pm On Oct 02, 2022*. Modified: 1:27pm On Oct 03, 2022 |
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| Autos › Re: Uwemjacks Mufasa (motorcycle) by uwemjack(op): 4:34pm On Oct 02, 2022 |
Timoxilene:Nice shots! Going to the classic cars event at the palms in lekki, you should join us |
| Autos › Re: Uwemjacks Mufasa (motorcycle) by uwemjack(op): 10:37am On Oct 02, 2022 |
So Mufasa is now for sale! �
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| Autos › Re: Uwemjacks Mufasa (motorcycle) by uwemjack(op): 10:14am On Oct 02, 2022 |
So I have just taken delivery of a new bike  It's a BMW f800st A sport touring with 798cc. It came with the topcase and side panniers. 2 Likes
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| Properties › Re: Sales on hold by uwemjack(op): 9:59am On Oct 02, 2022 |
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| Investment › Re: 6,000m2 of land directly on the Lekki free trade zone express (Ibeju-lekki) by uwemjack(op): 9:59am On Oct 02, 2022*. Modified: 8:23am On Feb 02, 2023 |
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| Investment › Re: 6,000m2 of land directly on the Lekki free trade zone express (Ibeju-lekki) by uwemjack(op): 7:26am On Sep 26, 2022 |
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| Properties › Re: Sales on hold by uwemjack(op): 7:25am On Sep 26, 2022 |
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| Properties › Re: Sales on hold by uwemjack(op): 7:31pm On Sep 07, 2022 |
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| Investment › Re: 6,000m2 of land directly on the Lekki free trade zone express (Ibeju-lekki) by uwemjack(op): 7:31pm On Sep 07, 2022 |
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| Investment › Re: A Fenced Plot Of Land Is Available For Sale At Abijo GRA by uwemjack(op): 1:36pm On Aug 28, 2022 |
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