Airhead 247 Podcast

This week we'll be introducing you to Upe Flueckiger. Upe is a dear friend, riding partner and we share very similar tastes in our bikes, as you’ll hear in our chat. Upe is the Dean of Architecture at Texas Tech and as you might imagine, has a keen eye for design especially as it applies to the 247. With his background and fluency in German, I asked Upe to conduct an interview with Hans Muth, whic...

Thanks for tuning in for our summer evergreen series as we revisit a few Tech Talk segments with William Plam from Boxer 2 Valve. On tap here our discussions on airhead transmissions and replacing the rear main seal—speaking of which if a RMS is on your to do list, consider ordering any parts or tools you’ll need from Boxer 2 Valve. They have been a supporter of the program from the start. We are...

Our July evergreen series starts out with two Tech Talk segments with William Plam at Boxer 2 Valve. Our topics in this episode are airhead brakes and refreshing the top end, both of these were recorded back in the fall of 2022. As always, consider supporting our efforts here by supporting Boxer 2 Valve with your next parts order. William and the crew at Boxer 2 Valve have been with us since the s...

It's part two of our chat with Grammy Nominated musician and airhead enthusiast Hans Christian. When we last were together our conversation was rudely interrupted by poor phone service from our local telco—Yelcot. Alas, we were able to re-establish a phone connection a few days later and we’ll pick up the chat and get into some good airhead conversation, as promised. On tap we'll visit with Hans a...

On the program this week, a bit of a departure as we feature a profile of musician and airhead enthusiast, Hans Christian. In part one of our chat we’ll discuss Hans' recent Grammy nomination and hear his story of moving to the US with just a few hundred dollars to start his life as a musician in Los Angeles in the early 1980s. Links for Hans: www.hanschristianmusic.com www.facebook.com/hans.chris...

Part 2 of our conversation with Chris Hodgson. Chris is synonymous with BMW motorcycles. His motorcycle career started in earnest in the early 70’s as a mechanic at BMW of Denver, followed by a long successful tenure at San Jose BMW. Chris helped lead the San Jose BMW race team to numerous victories, establishing BMW and the 247 platform as more than a humble touring machine. He later launched CC...

Chris Hodgson is synonymous with BMW motorcycles. His motorcycle career started in earnest in the early 70’s as a mechanic at BMW of Denver, followed by a long successful tenure at San Jose BMW. Chris helped lead the San Jose BMW race team to numerous victories, establishing BMW and the 247 platform as more than a humble touring machine. He later launched CC products and became a leader in afterma...

Part two of our conversation with Matt Parkhouse...We'll pick up where we left off last episode with Matt prepping new bikes for sale in the mid/late 70's. From there, we'll discuss our approach to refreshing a 77 R100/7 and kick around techniques for balancing Bing carbs. William Plam is off this week. John Greco's Under Tank M/C Feeler Gauge https://www.ebay.com/itm/266421234524 Visit our websit...

Part one of our conversation with Matt Parkhouse. Matt bought his first 247, a /5 in the early 1970's. Since then Matt as been a mainstay on the scene with his "Keep 'em Flying" articles for the BMW MOA Owners News and as a stalwart at Airhead events and gatherings across the United States. William Plam joins us for a chat on the evolution of the GS. Visit our website for additional content and th...

Part two of our conversation with Wes Burden at Apex Cycle Shop. Among our topics, Wes’s hard fast rule on bike builds and some tips and tricks for tank relining. William Plam returns for a chat on rebuilding airhead forks. Apex Cycle Shop Website: https://apexcycleshop.com/motorcycles/ Visit our website for additional content and the 247 Store: airhead247.com/ Drop us line: airheads247@hotmail.co...

Its part one of our conversation with Wes Burden of Apex Cycle Shop in Canton, Georgia. To say the greater Atlanta region and much of Georgia is an airhead hot bed may be an understatement so it’s fitting to spend some time with Wes and learn about his work with airheads in the Peach State. Apex Cycle Shop Website: https://apexcycleshop.com/motorcycles/ Visit our website for additional content and...

On the program this week, 247 rider and enthusiast Robert McIsaac. Robert grew up with motorcycles and 247s and got the airhead bug early in life. He's here to discuss an airhead event he’s helped organize in North Carolina this coming May and his affinity for one of our favorite machines, the 247 RS series. William Plam is back with us this week to discuss the venerable /5 series of 247s. BMW Ope...

David Woodburn runs Barnsley Motor Works shop in Roopville, Georgia. David has traveled the world on an airhead—with his wife and daughter—and has written a book covering those journeys and his personal history entitled "Dis Big Pella Walkabout". Connect with David Woodburn or order his book: 770 854-9136 barnsleymotorwerks@currently.com https://www.facebook.com/BarnsleyMotorWerks Drop us a line:...

This week, a visit with Joerg Hau from Switzerland. Joerg is an avid airhead enthusiast who’s logged many miles on his paralever R80 GS he purchased new in 1990. He also has created some unique LED lighting solutions for the 247. William Plam is back with us this week. We’ll chat about the Siebenrock Cylinder Kits that he sells at Boxer 2 Valve and provide some useful information for those looking...

This week part 2 of our "slight" diversion from the 247 as we close out our look at the K75 with Leo Goff. Leo is not only a fan of the venerable flying brick— but also an owner. So as usual, some wonderful insight from Leo. Drop us a line: airheads247@hotmail.com Join the BMW MOA FREE!!! Use this code-- airheads247--in the link below: bmwmoaf.givingfuel.com/memberforces

A 1994 K75 found its way to the AH247 garage this past summer. On the next two programs we'll look at an affordable classic BMW you many want to consider adding to your stable. Part one includes discussions with Rick Jones @ Motorrad Elektrik and William Plam at Boxer 2 Valve. Leo Goff will join us, for all things K75 in part two. Brook Reams R80ST Auction: https://bmwmoaf.givingfuel.com/r80st Dro...

On the program this week a conversation with frame alignment and repair specialist, Kent Soignier at GMD Computrack in Fairmount, GA. William Plam from Boxer 2 Valve is back with us for a discussion differences between the twin shock, mono lever and paralever 247s. Drop us a line, with whatever is on you mind: airheads247@hotmail.com LINKS: Go Fund Me-Hans Muth https://www.gofundme.com/f/hans-muth...

On the program this week, we’ll visit with attendees from the BMW Motorrad 100th Anniversary Rally, hosted by Todd Trumbore in Harleysville, PA. George Thomas at Air Support BMW is back with us again as we continue our conversation on building a relationship with a mechanic for your bike. Go Fund Me for Hans Muth: https://www.gofundme.com/f/hans-muth-legendary-bmw-designer Drop us a line: airheads...

Pleased to be joined once again by Ted Porter. Regular listeners will recall Ted was the featured guest on our very first episode. And…some things have changed at the Beemer Shop since we last spoke, so we’ll get into that among other topics with Ted on this week’s program. Our guest hosts, George Thomas and William Plam will be return in the coming weeks, so hold tight, we’ve got some interesting...

This week conversations from the 2022 Platte Valley Tech Days outside of Kansas City, MO. We'll visit with Joe Brinkman, Air Marshall for the state of Missouri, Mark Nelson, who hosted the event and is still riding a 90/6 his father owned and Jim DeBauer, who is still riding an R 75/6 he bought new in 1975. We’ll also be joined by George Thomas at Airsupport BMW…we’ll chat about best practices for...

On the program this week Jason Adams from the Airhead Rallye Team. Those of you on ADV-Rider are familiar with Jason under the Stagehand moniker—those of you who are not—Jason has a fascinating story about how he came into rallye racing airheads and all the adventures that go along with it. Drop us a line at airheads247@hotmail.com Support the Airhead 247 Podcast by becoming a member of the BMW MO...

This week we’ll travel to Barrington, New Hampshire for a visit with Ande Kahora, owner and head wrench at Barrington Motor Works. William Plam is off this week but will be with us again next time. Ande Kahora is among the leaders in the new/next generation of independent BMW motorcycle mechanics. Ande has a keen eye for detail and a deep knowledge of vintage BMW motorcycles. Learn more @ barringt...

This week a visit with Duck Koch, president of the Airheads Beemer Club here in the USA. Earlier this year the club underwent a structural change that caused some cylinders to get hot and maybe overheat— so to speak. Of course we’ll chat with Duck about that but also and maybe more importantly, we’ll discuss what clubs like the ABC mean to the lasting legacy and popularity of the 247 airhead. Lear...

On the program this week Mikey Thomas of Gold Stroke Motors in Watkinsville, GA. Mikey works for Nathan Mende at Boxerworks in Watkinsville, GA—--AND he is the head honcho of his own shop— Gold Stroke Motors. GSM specializes in custom airhead builds with an eye towards authenticity and practicality. You can see all of his builds–some of which we’ll discuss in the program— at Gold Stroke Motors.com...

On the program this week, Chuck Sherman who is an engineer by trade and falls into what maybe called the “professional hobbyist” category when it comes to airheads. I came across Chuck on ADV where he posts as "wallaman" and was intrigued by his posts on both Krauser 4V heads and the Krauser MKM 1000 motorcycle. And while Chuck will shy away from being called an “expert” on Krauser history and pro...