Bob's BMW Service Loaner Policy
Bob's Service Loaner Policy

Component Restoration Services

NOW, for a very limited time…
The Master Technicians of Bob’s invite you to send your bike’s components in for the expert repair and rebuilding services for which they are justifiably renowned. However, due to greatly increased demand for conventional service during the riding season, a strict time restriction must now be placed on “off-season” bench work. Please Call: 301-497-8949 to schedule your benchwork.


This menu shows our most frequently requested services - if the job you need isn't there, just call! Call: 301-497-8949


HEAD RECONDITIONING for Air-Heads!
This service includes:
  • Complete CLEANING & BEAD BLASTING
  • NEW VALVES, GUIDES, SPRINGS, and if needed...
  • UNLEADED Exhaust Valve Seats (55-'87 models) precision ground with up to 5 angles.

    We use state-of-the-art equipment and the best parts available, including Black Diamond valves and Ampco 45 valve guides. Your heads are returned to you actually BETTER than when they were NEW!

    LABOR Cost*
    with exhaust seats w/o valve seats
    $425/pair $320/pair
    PARTS Cost*
    '75-'87 models '88 & on models
    $325 $260

    Other Component Restoration Services   LABOR
    $ cost*
    PARTS
    $ cost*
    Exhaust Port Thread Repair each 135 none
    Spark Plug Hole Repair ('70 & on - Helicoil) each 50 15
    ('55-'69 Re-weld & Re-thread) each 135 none
    Mirror Hole Thread Repair, /5 clutch perch mount ( /2 - add $7)   50 25
    Center Stud Hole Repair for twin valve cover (Helicoil) each 50 5
     
    Dual Plug Conversion, Air-Head motor:
    Machining of heads to accept bottom plugs
    GET MORE POWER! For '80 & later Air-Heads, maximize the benefits of a dual plug conversion by adding BMW High-Compression (9.5:1) pistons: $331.90/pair.
     
    pair
     
    150
    Parts needed vary with year and other specifics. Please CALL for details.
     
    Rocker Arm Resurfacing and Reconditioning ('74 & on) set of 4 115 270
    Rocker Arm Side Thrust Bearing Conversion ('74 -'84) set of 4 125 190
     
    Connecting Rod Reconditioning pair 100 70
    Top End Balancing: pistons, con rods, wrist pins 225 none
         
    Cylinder Boring (Torque Plate utilized for absolute accuracy) each 80 Need PISTONS? Call!
    Flywheel Lightening and Balancing ('74-'80 models)
    200 none
     
    Bosch Starter Motor Rebuild (includes Bendix) 225 130
    Carb Clean & Rebuild Bing CV type and Dellorto
    pair 275 160 to 265
      Bing slide type
    pair 225 100 to 160
    Final Drive Spline Restoration:
    ('70-'84 only) send compl. final drive...
    450 20
    ...or if you just send ring gear only 290 none
    Final Drive Rebuild - New seals, gaskets, bearings. inspect, reseal.   360 300
     
    Transmission Rebuild: 5 speed 365 220 to 360
      4 speed 515
    '70-'73: 180
    '55-'69: 300
     
    Rebuild Spoke Wheel: ...Lace w/Stainless spokes and true wheel
    120 100
      ...Bead blast hub
    50 none
      ...Replace wheel bearings & seals
    115 105
     
    Reline Fuel Tank
    Air-Heads: Stops rust! No more flaky sludge in gas!
    190 none

    *Prices are based on a typical job. Costs may vary depending on individual cases. A nominal charge for shop supplies will be added to most jobs. Similar services for 1955-'69 models are typically higher. Other services not listed here are also available. As ALWAYS, parts prices are subject to change. We recommend you request an updated quote.

    Call: 301-497-8949


    Dial Ext. 502 for the Service Department
    Service Dept. HOURS: 9am-6pm, TUE-FRI; 9am-4pm, SAT.

    Ship components to: 10720 Guilford Road • Jessup, MD 20794
    CAUTION: Take extra care when packaging your components for shipping. Use TWO strong boxes per item, plenty of packing material, and don't forget to INSURE it!

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