1975 BMW R-Series

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Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE This 1975 R90S is a true barn find and ideal project bike. It wears a variety of original features, appears to be complete (or nearly so), and awaits your loving attention and care.Details:Motor turns freelyFork tubes cleanBright wheels with stainless steel spokes40mm SuperTrapp exhaust systemFront dual-disc ATE calipers frozenFront fender crack-freeSome fiberglass fatigue near mounting holesIncludes extra keys, seat lock, and side-case racksStored separately: Dellorto carburetors, intake tubes, OEM side covers, seat hinges, and moreDecent gas tank interior; one dent (upper right) in tankMinor oxidation on handlebarSeat cover and seat pan in good shapeSidestand and center stand with original tangEuropean style light switchCorrect R90S mirrorsFairing dashboard has voltmeter and clockFairing attachment points broken; windscreen crackedPaint does not appear to be originalRubber components are weathered/crackedNo toolbox, sorry As Mitch Boem notes in the March 2015 issue of Motorcyclist, the R90S saved BMW during a precarious time. He writes, "Instead of competing against the Japanese with cylinders, horsepower, and flash, BMW would go above them and build a fast, sleek, smooth, and sexy sporting motorcycle that evoked premium quality, style, and high-end panache—attributes Japanese motorcycles mostly lacked at the time."Buyer will receive a Bill of Sale, and we can provide recommendations for reliable shippers. Questions? Let us know.Don't miss out on this diamond in the rough!