Re: R1100R head gasket

[Mick <bmwmick@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

At 05:23 AM 12/2/2007, Mark Rivera wrote:
> I've been getting some leakage around a head gasket on my 02/1997 
> R1100R, and plan to replace it.
>
> It's part 10 here:
> http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=0407&mospid=47947&btnr=11_1838&hg=11&fg=20
>
> I'm not sure what the info in the Notes column means. Any ideas?
>
> Also, why does the Description column say "4 components"?

Mark,
  I think you'll find it pertains to the number of layers in the new 
head gaskets.
There were several changes over the years. As of 4/28/1997, all R1100's got
MLS or Multi-Layered Steel head gaskets.

Mick
Tucson