1971 BMW R-Series

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For your consideration is a wonderful matching # R60/5. I got this in May from a longtime friend, who had owned the bike since 1972. He's now 70 yrs old and decided to hang up his spurs. This Sweetie is mostly original. It's about to turn 78,000 miles. And it's a fine example of a classic Beemer workhorse. It's obviously not been abused or neglected. It has the expected nicks and blemishes that come with its age. No dents or cracks. I have my friend's records on the machine going back to 1972. Amazing. I can't say it's is ALL the records, but they make an impressive stack. When I got it, I did what you'd do:-changed ALL filters and fluids-checked timing (was fine)-adjust carbs (all they needed was the idle to be tweaked)-cleaned the carbs and float bowls (we're in great shape)-retorqued the heads and set clearances -adjusted brakes (both work very well)-adjusted clutch throw out arms to proper position and free-play -general safety inspection -clean up and fluffing All the controls and lights work as they should:-speedo, tachometer & odometer (!....)-headlight, brake and running lights and turn signals-horn I took his Wixom Bags and racks to my body shop to have them cleaned and repainted. Then I had hand pinstripes put on to match the bike's originals. They really came out nicely. The artist put just a smidge of silver in the white to look right to the 45 yr old stripes. And I finished them off with period correct enamel /5 BMW roundels. In the past 3 months I have added the following:-new HAGON rear shocks-new METZLER tires-new CIGAR mufflers-new YUASA battery and hold down straps-new one piece crash bars-new low euro 'bars and period correct grips-new fork seals-new repro gas cap (original cord gasket had died)-used chrome fork caps-used, mildly polished timing cover (I think it picks up the engine badges)-used, vintage headlight mirrors Since sorting out, I've put @1200 miles total, and not one hiccup... This is a wonderful machine that can be cherished and ridden with confidence, safety and pride. It shows its patina well, the plugs have a great burn, it idles like a little sewing machine and it pulls nicely when opened up. If I were to keep this, I would put one a new oil pan gasket, as the original weeps just slightly - I have to do a quick wipe once every few weeks of riding. Pls look closely at the pictures and ask questions. This is not a concurs bike, but it is a trusty Little Scout. Thanks for looking!