Who do you use for parts and why? - Page 2

83014 · 11-06-2009, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by murphychuck

I have been using Capital Cycle for parts on my '83 R100 and have been very satisfied with both the price and fast shipping! I compared their prices with several online sites and found them to be the lowest. Make sure you give the VIN no. on your bike,that way there is no confusion about the correct year and model when ordering.

I agree. I have used Bob's, A&S, San Jose,etc. I also have been pleased with my local dealer. They have matched prices on some items with the internet order vendors. You might find that your dealer will do the same. It doesn't hurt to ask and it'll help them stay in business too.

habdala · 11-06-2009, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by murphychuck

I have been using Capital Cycle for parts on my '83 R100 and have been very satisfied with both the price and fast shipping! I compared their prices with several online sites and found them to be the lowest. Make sure you give the VIN no. on your bike,that way there is no confusion about the correct year and model when ordering.

+1 Capital Cycle great service good prices, I also get parts from Fleebay when in a pickle.

enfoman · 11-06-2009, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BubbaZanetti

ok, i'd say 75 percent of the time there's some in there, i don't always get them either.

None in my delivered package that came today either!

, But, I did get a free Max tee shirt when I came in as Elvis on Halloween for those parts Ah -Huh!

Lee · 11-06-2009, 06:39 PM

I use the dealer we bought our bikes from, Engle Motors in Kansas City.
Why. Because I want them to stay in business.
They are 180 miles from us so I usually call and have them ship what I need. They are very reasonable on shipping and since I'm out of state no tax is charged.

rolyak · 11-06-2009, 08:30 PM

They are within driving (riding) distance of Butler OH and have been extremely helpful in getting my '85 R80RT back in shape.

They have rows of used parts all catergorized. The folks are friendly and knowledgeble.

They even had an obscure speedometer cable bushing that's not available from the OE. Saved me about $45.

v2plus20 · 11-07-2009, 07:02 AM

Wow, thanks everyone. I knew I came to the right place!

carockwell · 11-07-2009, 10:03 AM

Any of the BMW dealers that have been around since the Airhead days are good candidates. I have started using Matt at Boxerworks for all parts that require some discussion because he will go out and measure stuff and generally knows which parts will fit and which need some modification to work properly. He can do the modification at his shop. This is very useful when you are mixing parts to make your own bike.

jforgo · 11-07-2009, 01:56 PM

My local dealer stocks squat for airheads. I typically have to wait a week anyway. For "major" stuff I have been using Capital Cycle - better prices than the dealer. They will also get parts from Europe, as I found when I wanted k75S bars for my RS. I even "stock" certain common parts I get from Capital, due to my stable.

I do use the dealer for the odd small parts where I need stuff like, say, an under seat rubber bumpon thingy. Then the BMW parts system comes in handy, I think. The dealer also seems to grimace as they have realized how many bikes I have, but none of them ever see the shop.

But a caveat; to do this, I take the time to order everything, whether dealer or Capital, by part number only. No mistakes, no regrets!

From MARS · 11-07-2009, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Lee

I use the dealer we bought our bikes from, Engle Motors in Kansas City.
Why. Because I want them to stay in business.
They are 180 miles from us so I usually call and have them ship what I need. They are very reasonable on shipping and since I'm out of state no tax is charged.

Not to mention the great sidestand pucks they include with the order.

Tom

jad01 · 11-08-2009, 11:00 AM

It didn't occur to me when I posted the other day, but depending on what type of parts you need, I would also recommend Airhead Salvage (owner: Mike Hamende) in Austin. I have purchased a number of "big ticket" items for a substantial discount over new parts, and have been very pleased at the quality and prompt service. I did a dual disc conversion last year, and bought a number of the parts, including the master cylinder, from Mike. Everything I have purchased thru Airhead Salvage has been very good quality (like new). There are obviously some parts (cables, etc.) that I would only buy new, but I think good quality salvage is a good option, especially for those of us on a budget.

11-06-2009, 06:39 PM	#19
Lee Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Creston Iowa Posts: 194	I use the dealer we bought our bikes from, Engle Motors in Kansas City. Why. Because I want them to stay in business. They are 180 miles from us so I usually call and have them ship what I need. They are very reasonable on shipping and since I'm out of state no tax is charged. __________________ Lee Fillian 03 K1200RS Zebra MOA # 30878

11-06-2009, 08:30 PM	#20
rolyak Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: north central ohio Posts: 8	I'll second Re-Psycle! They are within driving (riding) distance of Butler OH and have been extremely helpful in getting my '85 R80RT back in shape. They have rows of used parts all catergorized. The folks are friendly and knowledgeble. They even had an obscure speedometer cable bushing that's not available from the OE. Saved me about $45.

11-07-2009, 07:02 AM	#21
v2plus20 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Covington, La Posts: 5	Wow, thanks everyone. I knew I came to the right place!

11-07-2009, 10:03 AM	#22
carockwell Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Corona Del Mar, California Posts: 247	Any of the BMW dealers that have been around since the Airhead days are good candidates. I have started using Matt at Boxerworks for all parts that require some discussion because he will go out and measure stuff and generally knows which parts will fit and which need some modification to work properly. He can do the modification at his shop. This is very useful when you are mixing parts to make your own bike.

11-07-2009, 01:56 PM	#23
jforgo Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 731	My local dealer stocks squat for airheads. I typically have to wait a week anyway. For "major" stuff I have been using Capital Cycle - better prices than the dealer. They will also get parts from Europe, as I found when I wanted k75S bars for my RS. I even "stock" certain common parts I get from Capital, due to my stable. I do use the dealer for the odd small parts where I need stuff like, say, an under seat rubber bumpon thingy. Then the BMW parts system comes in handy, I think. The dealer also seems to grimace as they have realized how many bikes I have, but none of them ever see the shop. But a caveat; to do this, I take the time to order everything, whether dealer or Capital, by part number only. No mistakes, no regrets!

11-08-2009, 11:00 AM	#25
jad01 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 5	It didn't occur to me when I posted the other day, but depending on what type of parts you need, I would also recommend Airhead Salvage (owner: Mike Hamende) in Austin. I have purchased a number of "big ticket" items for a substantial discount over new parts, and have been very pleased at the quality and prompt service. I did a dual disc conversion last year, and bought a number of the parts, including the master cylinder, from Mike. Everything I have purchased thru Airhead Salvage has been very good quality (like new). There are obviously some parts (cables, etc.) that I would only buy new, but I think good quality salvage is a good option, especially for those of us on a budget.