Some vintage models are also cheap to maintain, like the BMW E28. How much is the average oil change for a BMW? According to RepairPal, the average oil change on a BMW 328i can cost between $183 and $205. You can think of this range as your base service cost. What is my BMW’s...
Plastic is not cheap when it comes to engine compartment parts for our BMW X5 35d, although parts for most cars are all pretty expensive … but what other options are there? Since they just came in today (Saturday), I’m hoping to work one the car Sunday or Monday – we will see si...
The one exception for big performance increases on the cheap is the 635d. The M57 inline-six turbodiesel can be reliably remapped from its stock outputs of 280bhp and 428lb ft of torque to around 360bhp and 520lb ft - enough thrust to give the 650i a run for its money. Make sure...
Engine 3 out of 5 Meh Reliability & build quality 1 out of 5 the build quality ? it's awful (right up there with Suzukis of 20 years ago) paint flaking off fork lowers, corroded fasteners. the bike looks fantastic but the quaility feel is missing - just feels cheap Value vs rival...
It's fun to see all the variety of nice bikes and gear on display. It's not cheap though. View on GoogleOct. 7, 2023 Thomas Gaide Ordered my 2024 1250 RS there because Amy in sales suggested to order bike to get all the options I wanted, instead of trying to sell me something...
It's cheap insurance.I also recommend that long term owners start an oil analysis program at 150K miles to develop trend information that may give advance warning of internal engine component failure. Blackstone Laboratories provides a detailed and timely report for a reasonable cost that can be ...
Engine 2 out of 5 It rusts Reliability & build quality 3 out of 5 See above Value vs rivals 5 out of 5 Do not let BMW anywhere near your bike £180 to change the oil and filter? Your having a laugh ain't ya? Equipment 4 out of 5 Buying experience: Absolutely awful 5...
As a youth I enjoyed woodworking, I grew up in my family's electrical contracting business installing custom electrical services and I turned a few wrenches on airplanes under the supervision of a FAA licensed mechanic, but aside from the occasional oil change, audio gear installation and such,...
Competitors are few. Honda’s latest Transalp’s a solid bike but heavier, less powerful, less exciting and much less capable off road. Suzuki’s DL650 V-Strom’s cheap and capable on the tarmac but once again, poor when you hit the trails. There are more hardcore options like KTM’s...
Every 10,000 milesChange engine oil and oil filter, check tire pressure, and inspect various systems Every 30,000 milesInspect exhaust system and check various components, like the power steering, fuel connections, and transmission leak Every 60,000 milesReplace fuel filter, hydraulic fluids, and...