1967 BMW R-Series

661819

1967 BMW R69S motorcycle finished in BMW Black. Engine # 661819 Frame Plate # 661819 This bike was purchased in April 04 2005 in Milwaukee Wisconsin by the gentleman who had begun the daunting task of restoring this machine to the condition it is in now. This bike was complete but had been neglected at the best. The restoration took approx. 18 months to complete. All original parts have been used in the restoration and all have been polished or re-painted. All Black parts have been finished in correct single stage paint. All parts have been painted or powder coated. The paint was done by an excellent local painter, in the correct color scheme and match of BMW Black. The paint is perfect and is done to a very high quality. All fasteners are correct stainless steel. The restorer rode this bike 376 miles once compete and it runs and starts exactly as it should. The engine has been torque again after its initial run, OIL NEEDS TO BE CHANGED IN NEXT 224 miles, odometer show 37318 miles as what it was original milage of the. The restorer suggested that minor fettling may still be required after some more miles and the set up of controls for rider comfort. The engine and gear box and final drive have been stripped and completely rebuilt with all new parts to very high standard by Thoroughbred . The work has included new pistons, rings, main bearing, main bearing carrier, valves, slingers etc. Clutch gearbox pulled apart, cleaned out and adjusted and any parts replaced as needed. The final drive has all new seals and brake shoes. The engine, gearbox and final drive were all bead blasted for correct finish. Carburetors are both Bing have been rebuilt with all new parts in and out and the flanges resurfaced. The exhaust system is all brand new and supplied by S. Meyers GmbH. The electrics were completely redone with a new correct wiring harness with all correct fittings and rubber parts supplied by S. Meyers GmbH. Generator and magneto are all in perfect working order. All electrics, lenses, and switches are genuine NOS parts including a new Bosch headlamp lens and Hella tail light lens. No aftermarket parts have been used, only genuine Bosch, Hella and BMW parts. All lights and switches are in good working order. Gas line is correct NOS black/gray cloth. Other parts include: brand new Blitz 6 volt battery, rebuilt gas petcock, all new rubber, and cables, and much, much more. The both seats are new Denfeld supplied by S. Meyers GmbH. Wheels were completely rebuild with the new breaks and bearings spokes and Metzler Block C tires. Hubs were stripped, cleaned and bead blasted, new stainless steel spokes supplied by S. Meyers GmbH, and new wheel bearings front and back. New shock cartridges were installed for front and rear. The handlebars are wide euro bars supplied by S. Meyers GmbH. Clutch perch and throttle were repainted, and levers professionally polished. With the complete and correct engine and gearbox rebuild, including completely new ignition system and rebuilt carburetors, the bike runs perfect, idles nice, and starts on first or second kick. In its present condition, this BMW make an Excellent bike and can be used as a daily rider. The 600cc BMW R69S Motorcycle is the top of the line machine from BMW during this period. And although nearly 45 years old, it is capable of being ridden and used in modern traffic and has a top speed of over 100mph with 42 HP. This bike is in excellent condition all said it could use pin striping and some cosmetic touch if desired to be show piece. It starts very easily and rides and handles excellent. These Earles forked BMW motorcycles in my opinion are one of the most useable classics on the market today, the R69S is appreciating in value fast. There was a lot of concern and love that went into restoring this motorcycle with a very conscientious restorer. It is time for it to move on to another enthusiast to enjoy. The bike shows 37318 miles as stated above and was titled as such ( original miles were 36942) but is like new bike now. Title is free and clear and in my possession. Key locks the frame and opens tool box. Scratch paint on the center stand where the paint is marred from putting it on and off the stand. There was a lot of time and effort that went into this bike to make it as correct as possible as BMW intended so very long ago. Engine and headstock numbers match.Winner is responsible for shipping. I will assist in shipping to the extent of delivering the bike to a commercial location for pick up by Federal or other shippers- Overseas shipping will be for the buyer to arrange. Best, of course, is local pickup with cash. A deposit of $500 is required by Paypal at auction's end. Only serious bidders please, non paying bidders will be reported to eBay, Please ask me specific questions if you like specific answers, all questions Will be answered. There is only one bike I would be interested in trade in--2010-11 Ducati Hypermotorad 1100 EVO SP--no other trades will be considered.On Aug-02-11 at 17:29:46 PDT, seller added the following information: Deposit is non-refundable.