1977 BMW R-Series

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This is a very nice 1977 first year matching numbers BMW R100RS. 1977 was the first year of the R100RS and this is one of the first 200 manufactured. As such, it came with 40mm carbs and 40mm high performance exhaust (later production had the lower performance 38mm exhaust). It also has the original fairing tag that was only on the first 200 units (very rare to find this in unblemished condition - I've included a pic). The bike is a true collectable piece of BMW history with nice period upgrades (Lester wheels, Koni shocks, San Jose fork brace, stainless brake lines, etc). The bike has a little over 50,000 actual miles. I’ve owned it for about a year and put a grand total of about 1500 miles on it since I’ve had it. The bike is a very nice example, but is NOT perfect, so let the pics speak for themselves. I just have too many toys, so this ones got to go. I did a tune up (new points, plugs, condenser, air filter) and an oil and filter change when I got the bike so it is new throughout for all intents and purposes. The bike starts easily, idles nicely and runs very well. I put a new Yusa battery in it a few weeks ago and keep it on a battery tender. Rocker covers are nice, but do have a few minor scratches (see pics). Clutch works fine and transmission shifts nicely. Exhaust is OEM BMW and in very nice condition. I installed an NOS set of BMW 40mm mufflers on the bike when I got it (rare as hens teeth). The bodywork is quite nice but does have a few scratches here and there, but no cracks or structural issues that I can see. I have tried to take pics of the significant blems. The paint is generally in very nice condition, but I do not know if it is original or not (if it’s not, someone did a damn good job painting it!). It looks like it has had a gloss top coat put on it and shines nicely. The windshield is original OEM BMW but is very cloudy and should probably be replaced. Ignition, fork and neck locks all match and work, but I only have the one original folding key (getting copies made should be no sweat). The gas cap seals well and does not leak, but it does rattle a bit. Seat is OEM in OK condition and has one minor tear about ¾” long at the very front under where it folds under the seat pan. You cannot see it unless the seat is up, but know it’s there. There is some rust on the seat pan, but it looks like the pan was cleaned and painted before I got it. Wheels are period Lesters in outstanding condition - the nicest I’ve seen in a long time. Tires are nice nearly new Conti Blitz’s (4.00x18 rear and 3.25x19 front) that the previous owner installed just before I bought the bike. They have plenty of miles left! Brake lines are very nice braided stainless steel with black covers. Calipers still have original blue color. The OEM front fender brace was replaced with a period San Jose fork brace to help firm up the front end. Rear shocks are like new period Konis. Original 1977 handlebar switches are in very nice condition (see pics). Blinkers work, headlight/marker light/tail light works, starter works, etc. The previous owner had either replaced the original clock with a new correct BMW MotoMeter white numeral unit or had the original unit rebuilt (not sure which) and it keeps great time. The voltmeter is the correct white numerals type, but does not work. I haven’t had a chance to see if the meter is broken or just not hooked up correctly. The Speedo works fine, but the odometer stopped working just after I bought the bike so I do not know the exact mileage, but I’ve probably put about 1500 miles on it max since I’ve had the bike (the current reading on the speedo is 49771. I’d recommend North Hollywood Speedometer for the fix. What you see in the pics is what you get. The bike does not come with bags, but I have a set of NOS Krausers with mounts (period correct) that I will offer the buyer at the end of the auction for an additional $600 if interested. I also have a very nice ¾ seat/cowl that matches the bike that I will offer to the buyer at the end of the auction for $500 if interested. They will not be available separately until after the auction is over and only if the buyer does not want them. This is a very nice motorcycle, but that said, it is a USED motorcycle. It is sold as is where is with NO warranty, NO guaranty or any other kind of ”–ty”. The motorcycle has an Arizona title in my name with no liens so no issues there. If you have questions email me at wallaman@cox.net or call me at 602-373-1514. I’m in Arizona and we’re on California time now (no daylight savings time here). I will facilitate shipping, but Buyer must make arrangements for pick up. Terms: $1,000 non-refundable deposit (Paypal) within 48 hours of sale. Balance due within 7 days. Balance must be paid with certified funds (bank check), wire transfer or cash (NO Paypal ON BALANCE). Bike will be released on confirmation of funds and must be picked up within three weeks of sale. Any questions, please ask BEFORE the close of the auction! On Apr-22-11 at 12:15:18 PDT, seller added the following information: Voltmeter is fixed, the ground connection had come off the spade connector.