Scottoiler - Installation

[Mika]

webbikeworld.com (http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/scottoiler/): Is running a detailed article about the installation of a Scottoiler on a F800.

[FredRydr]

Mika,

Be aware that those instructions are incomplete insofar as USA model bikes. I am waiting for Scottoiler and BMW to resolve the issue, come to terms with the problem and design parts and instructions for our bikes. For further information, see the post at the F800GS/650GS twin forum. (http://f800riders.org/forum/showthread.php?p=209435#post209435)

When there is further information, I will let you know.

Fred
'09 F800GS
'07 R1200R

[Mika]

Just call me Mercury. I was posted an article I came across in a normally good source that I thought would be of interest.

[108625]

My old Bultaco carried oil in the swingarm for lubing the chain. There was a fill/vent plug on top and a drip tube over the chain. Just twist the knurled knob on the vent to open it before you ride and close when you're finished. It was as simple a routine as opening and closing a fuel petcock.
It was such an obvious solution I always wondered why nobody else copied it.

Any chain driven bike I get in the future will probably wind up with a ScottOiler on it. It seems like more consistent lubrication than the periodic clean & spray routine.

[PAULBACH]

Just call me Mercury. I was posted an article I came across in a normally good source that I thought would be of interest.

It's a good find lad and a good read. :thumb

[Beemerdons]

FredRydr and PAULBACH: Have you received any good news regarding Scottoiler making mods for the USA models? Already getting tired of lubing my F-Twin chain!

[FredRydr]

Stanley,

Six days ago, on 17 December 2008, I sent an email to Mark at Scottoiler in Scotland with whom I've been corresponding, and asked for an update. I've mentioned that many USA owners are waiting who are members of the BMWMOA on two websites.

I haven't had a reply yet, but that is par for the course. I have the BMW F800/F650 twin custom Scottoiler kit waiting on the shelf in my garage, so I have a vested interest!

Fred
'09 F800GS
'07 R1200R

[PGlaves]

So what exactly is the problem with the US models and Scottoiler that is different than the European models. Vacuum take off point? Or what. It doesn't seem to me it can be all that complicated.

[PAULBACH]

FredRydr and PAULBACH: Have you received any good news regarding Scottoiler making mods for the USA models? Already getting tired of lubing my F-Twin chain!

Have not heard a thing. In fact I didn't even know there was a deal or a mod in the works. But if something breaks ... please post it here.

[FredRydr]

Scottoiler made a custom designed system for our F800 bikes, which uses existing mounting points for a clean installation. It also uses vacuum from removing a bung on the bottom of the airbox, but that bung is not there on USA bikes. Instead, there is a hose for the evaporative canister.

Scottoiler apparently developed the F800 oiler in concert with BMW in the UK, and BMW dealers there install them as a BMW-approved accessory or somesuch. They've marketed the same unit in the USA only briefly, and when I bought and tried to install one, I discovered there were conflicts with the evaporative canister and hoses.

Scottoiler's first advice was to simply remove all the canister plumbing. I replied I wasn't interested in that as a solution for such a simple connection, and then early this month they informed me that Scottoiler and BMWUK were installing USA parts on a UK bike at the NEC show in Birmingham to see what gives. They would then fashion a solution and parts, and be back in touch. I suspect BMW will withhold their imprimatur unless the solution does not defeat the pollution control apparatus. I anticipate (guess): (1) applicable instructions for USA bikes, (2) a T-junction for the hose, and (3) perhaps a piece of hose.

So, we await their solution - for a "reasonable period of time."

Fred

[FredRydr]

Here is the latest from Scottoiler. (http://f800riders.org/forum/showpost.php?p=220604&postcount=7)

Fred

[FredRydr]

I guess we're getting closer: F800GS/650GS twin forum. (http://f800riders.org/forum/showpost.php?p=230390&postcount=10)

Fred

[FredRydr]

And closer: F800GS/650GS twin forum. (http://f800riders.org/forum/showpost.php?p=237970&postcount=12)

Note that the BMW specific Scottoilers would be exclusively available through BMW. Though this is their MO, you have to give the Scottoiler high marks if BMW is willing to put their name on it.

Fred