1977 BMW R-Series

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Normal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 NOTE: I will be updating pictures on this listing until it says all pictures uploaded at the beginning of the description. The question is going to come up as to why I am selling this bike. Here it is, one time only. This is not open for discussion or commentary. I bought this bike as a gift for my son. I had it restored and set it up for him using my years of experience as a guide. Shortly after completion my son was murdered. He never got to ride the bike though he shared in its progress from purchase to completion. Today, a day following the second anniversary of his death, I realize that my emotional burden associated with this bike is more than I can bear. The time has come to set it free.. That’s it! End of discussion. Please,,,be gracious, keep your thoughts to yourself. THE BIKE: “El Diablo” A most unique vintage 77 R100RS is offered. VIN# is 6180666 and hence the moniker I gave this bike. This is a NO RESERVE auction and has a buy it now option for those that may want to forego the auction and make sure this one does not get away. Benson: You should buy this for the lad and give it to him for his 21st birthday. I am going to describe this bike to the best of my ability (I am of course, not perfect) but I’m sure I’ll forget something. Please read everything carefully and ask any questions you have before the purchase is done. El Diablo has undergone cosmetic and mechanical restoration. The cosmetic work was done by Autobahn Craftwerks in the winter of 05 and the mechanicals were done incrementally by Miami Cycle Works Inc or a member of its staff. All work was performed in Cincinnati, Ohio. The bike has approximately 2,000 miles since cosmetic restoration was performed and as little as 500 miles on some of the mechanicals. This listing will contain a short list and a narrative followed by the legal, the terms, and the shipping options. Everything that says new was exactly that. If the buy it now option is used, the purchaser will receive the following items: A tall windshield, a complete Krauser bag setup (with rear rack, backrest, bag mounts, t/s re-locators, and a “Corbin Daylong” seat (I know I just made up the term, but it’s the best way to describe the seat). The Corbin seat is vintage and looks just like a Russell Daylong. All mounts are bead blasted and ready for whatever you wish to do with them. The original speedometer (with non working odometer) will also be included in the “buy it now” package deal. Cosmetic Restoration Full disassembly.Body panels with more than 5% damage replaced with new BMW panels.New BMW faring mounting brackets. New fork dust boots.New headlight rubber.New fork tube/body panel boots.New levers.New grips.New BMW handlebar switch gear (both sides).New windshield with edging.New tank badges.New foot-peg rubbers (all 4).New shift lever rubber.New side-cover decals.New tire pump.Original toolkit with lid cover.Factory Owners Manual.New BMW rear fender.New rear under-seat storage box.New rear chrome turn-signal bar with a nice set of housings and lenses.Chrome rear luggage rack. Don’t remember brand.New tail badge.Two new BMW accessory sockets (with spring covers).New Gerbings power lead.New EPCO stainless steel exhaust system (complete).New custom side-stand (like Flanders) made in Michigan.Frame bead-blasted, primed and painted. Flex agent used in paint to increase chip resistance.Engine, transmission, and rear end were detailed and reinstalled. New stainless steel bolt kit.Body panels prepped and painted with correct Glasurit paint.Hand striped by Dauber (Cincinnati).Nice registration compartment under the ¾ seat. Mechanical Restoration (starting at front) Fork legs re-built with new seals and bushings.New Progressive fork springs and Spectro 10w fork oil.New Metzler Lazertech front tire with new tube and strip.Computer tire balance.New BMW wheel bearings.New neck bearings (All Balls Racing).New ignition switch. (hand switches replaced at cosmetic)New main relay.Mottorrad Elektrik solid state regulator.New Omega diode board.All electrical connections cleaned, tightened fit, reassembled with dio-electric compound.Rotor contact slip-ring cleaned and resistance of all components checked.New BMW timing chain with tensioner and all other maintenance items (seals etc.).New BMW points and condenser.Mechanical advance mechanism cleaned, inspected, adjusted, and synthetic lubed.New oil breather valve and piping (hose)Petcocks serviced and new BMW screens and seal washers installed.New Wurth braided fuel lines and in-line visible screens installed.New air filter.New BMW throttle cables.New BMW clutch cable.New spark plug wires.New spark plugs.New carburetor diaphragms, new bowl gaskets.Carbs inspected, cleaned, and adjusted.Top end re-sealed.Valve job (3 angle) with new exhaust guides.New rear main seal.New BMW complete clutch assembly (ALL parts).Transmission completely re-sealed.Low miles final drive installed (old had slightly worn splines) 32/11 (2.9) ratio.following a bench inspection and re-seal.New rear brake shoes and all brake parts inspected and serviced.New rear tire, Metzeler, Lazertech with new tube and strip.Computer tire balance.Koni adjustable (pre-load & dampening) rear shocks.Engine tuned for best performance and overall drive-ability.Serviced and ridden frequently. I’m sure I’ve forgotten something. NARRATIVE I bought this bike for my son as a “project” from a guy in New York City. As memory serves me I think he was second or third owner. The bike was cosmetically worn and mechanically in need of service; that said it was an unmolested 1977 R100RS with a cool VIN. This bike is one of 1472 built by BMW for the USA, Canada, & Australia markets with VIN’s beginning with 618xxxx. These bikes are very sought after. BMW made an additional 6136 inits for the European, Asia, & Africa markets with VIN’s beginning with 608xxxx. (source: BMW R100RS book by Bill Stermer) I got it running without much ado, but the first two years it basically sat with bi-weekly riding long enough for the bike to reach full operating temperature. I commissioned Autobahn Craftwerks to perform the cosmetic restoration. We replaced any body panels that had significant damage, replaced and upgraded all sorts of parts and hardware. Lenny and I agreed the best outcome for the frame finish was one where a flex agent (such as those used when finishing flexible bumpers) added to the paint would provide best overall appearance, performance and longevity. The paint was done in Galsurit and a Rocky Point Cycle stainless steel fastener kit was used for the re-assembly. The bike and rims were hand striped by Dauber. The mechanicals were done by some of the best BMW techs this side of the Mississippi. If you read the list above you understand that this motorcycle was readied for extended long distance touring. The engine has close to 100k and has lots and lots of miles left. At the time of re-seal, the results of the inspection of rings and cylinders were so good, I elected to break the glazing in the cylinders and reassemble with original rings. I am happy with that decision; it was the correct thing to do. The bike runs and rides great!!! All one has to do is figure out the cost of the parts & labor to restore the bike and one can see what a great deal this is. Legal & Warranty This bike is sold “as is where is” with no warranties implied. By bidding on this bike, you are entering a legal and binding contract. Terms The terms are: A non-refundable deposit for $1,000.00 is due within 24 hours of this auctions end. Deposit can be made via PayPal, Bank Draft, Cash, or USPS money order. No personal checks, certified or otherwise, and no Money Grams, wire transfers, or any of that stuff.Balance of payment is due within 72 hours of this auctions end. The only forms of payment acceptable for the balance are either a Bank Draft, Cash, or USPS money orders. In either case the funds must clear before I will release the bike for shipment.SALE IS FINAL. Shipping/Delivery I am willing to deliver the bike for a fee of 50¢ per mile (each way) but payment must be made in advance. That is, if you want me to deliver it 200 miles away it will cost you $200.00. For you folks on the West coast that could get expensive, so for distances over 500 miles, I may be willing to deliver the bike for a negotiated flat fee. I am willing to assist in loading the bike on other forms of transportation but preparation, getting quotes, and making arrangements are not my responsibility. GOOD LUCK ON THIS AUCTION. On May-10-10 at 05:01:54 PDT, seller added the following information: NOTE: I will be updating pictures on this listing until it says all pictures uploaded at the beginning of the description. The question is going to come up as to why I am selling this bike. Here it is, one time only. This is not open for discussion or commentary. I bought this bike as a gift for my son. I had it restored and set it up for him using my years of experience as a guide. Shortly after completion my son was murdered. He never got to ride the bike though he shared in its progress from purchase to completion. Today, a day following the second anniversary of his death, I realize that my emotional burden associated with this bike is more than I can bear. The time has come to set it free.. That’s it! End of discussion. Please,,,be gracious, keep your thoughts to yourself. THE BIKE: “El Diablo” A most unique vintage 77 R100RS is offered. VIN# is 6180666 and hence the moniker I gave this bike. This is a NO RESERVE auction should has a buy it now option ($10,500.00) for those that may want to forego the auction and make sure this one does not get away. Benson: You should buy this for the lad and give it to him for his 21st birthday. I am going to describe this bike to the best of my ability (I am of course, not perfect) but I’m sure I’ll forget something. Please read everything carefully and ask any questions you have before the purchase is done. El Diablo has undergone cosmetic and mechanical restoration. The cosmetic work was done by Autobahn Craftwerks in the winter of 05 and the mechanicals were done incrementally by Miami Cycle Works Inc or a member of its staff. All work was performed in Cincinnati, Ohio. The bike has approximately 2,000 miles since cosmetic restoration was performed and as little as 500 miles on some of the mechanicals. This listing will contain a short list and a narrative followed by the legal, the terms, and the shipping options. Everything that says new was exactly that. If the buy it now option is used, the purchaser will receive the following items: A tall windshield, a complete Krauser bag setup (with rear rack, backrest, bag mounts, t/s re-locators, and a “Corbin Daylong” seat (I know I just made up the term, but it’s the best way to describe the seat). The Corbin seat is vintage and looks just like a Russell Daylong. All mounts are bead blasted and ready for whatever you wish to do with them. The original speedometer (with non working odometer) will also be included in the “buy it now” package deal. Cosmetic Restoration Full disassembly. Body panels with more than 5% damage replaced with new BMW panels. New BMW faring mounting brackets. New fork dust boots. New headlight rubber. New fork tube/body panel boots. New levers. New grips. New BMW handlebar switch gear (both sides). New windshield with edging. New tank badges. New foot-peg rubbers (all 4). New shift lever rubber. New side-cover decals. New tire pump. Original toolkit with lid cover. Factory Owners Manual. New BMW rear fender. New rear under-seat storage box. New rear chrome turn-signal bar with a nice set of housings and lenses. Chrome rear luggage rack. Don’t remember brand. New tail badge. Two new BMW accessory sockets (with spring covers). New Gerbings power lead. New EPCO stainless steel exhaust system (complete). New custom side-stand (like Flanders) made in Michigan. Frame bead-blasted, primed and painted. Flex agent used in paint to increase chip resistance. Engine, transmission, and rear end were detailed and reinstalled. New stainless steel bolt kit. Body panels prepped and painted with correct Glasurit paint. Hand striped by Dauber (Cincinnati). Nice registration compartment under the ¾ seat. Mechanical Restoration (starting at front) Fork legs re-built with new seals and bushings. New Progressive fork springs and Spectro 10w fork oil. New Metzler Lazertech front tire with new tube and strip. Computer tire balance. New BMW wheel bearings. New neck bearings (All Balls Racing). New ignition switch. (hand switches replaced at cosmetic) New main relay. Mottorrad Elektrik solid state regulator. New Omega diode board. All electrical connections cleaned, tightened fit, reassembled with dio-electric compound. Rotor contact slip-ring cleaned and resistance of all components checked. New BMW timing chain with tensioner and all other maintenance items (seals etc.). New BMW points and condenser. Mechanical advance mechanism cleaned, inspected, adjusted, and synthetic lubed. New oil breather valve and piping (hose) Petcocks serviced and new BMW screens and seal washers installed. New Wurth braided fuel lines and in-line visible screens installed. New air filter. New BMW throttle cables. New BMW clutch cable. New spark plug wires. New spark plugs. New carburetor diaphragms, new bowl gaskets. Carbs inspected, cleaned, and adjusted. Top end re-sealed. Valve job (3 angle) with new exhaust guides. New rear main seal. New BMW complete clutch assembly (ALL parts). Transmission completely re-sealed. Low miles final drive installed (old had slightly worn splines) 32/11 (2.9) ratio.following a bench inspection and re-seal. New rear brake shoes and all brake parts inspected and serviced. New rear tire, Metzeler, Lazertech with new tube and strip. Computer tire balance. Koni adjustable (pre-load & dampening) rear shocks. Engine tuned for best performance and overall drive-ability. Serviced and ridden frequently. I’m sure I’ve forgotten something. NARRATIVE I bought this bike for my son as a “project” from a guy in New York City. As memory serves me I think he was second or third owner. The bike was cosmetically worn and mechanically in need of service; that said it was an unmolested 1977 R100RS with a cool VIN. This bike is one of 1472 built by BMW for the USA, Canada, & Australia markets with VIN’s beginning with 618xxxx. These bikes are very sought after. BMW made an additional 6136 inits for the European, Asia, & Africa markets with VIN’s beginning with 608xxxx. (source: BMW R100RS book by Bill Stermer) I got it running without much ado, but the first two years it basically sat with bi-weekly riding long enough for the bike to reach full operating temperature. I commissioned Autobahn Craftwerks to perform the cosmetic restoration. We replaced any body panels that had significant damage, replaced and upgraded all sorts of parts and hardware. Lenny and I agreed the best outcome for the frame finish was one where a flex agent (such as those used when finishing flexible bumpers) added to the paint would provide best overall appearance, performance and longevity. The paint was done in Galsurit and a Rocky Point Cycle stainless steel fastener kit was used for the re-assembly. The bike and rims were hand striped by Dauber. The mechanicals were done by some of the best BMW techs this side of the Mississippi. If you read the list above you understand that this motorcycle was readied for extended long distance touring. The engine has close to 100k and has lots and lots of miles left. At the time of re-seal, the results of the inspection of rings and cylinders were so good, I elected to break the glazing in the cylinders and reassemble with original rings. I am happy with that decision; it was the correct thing to do. The bike runs and rides great!!! All one has to do is figure out the cost of the parts & labor to restore the bike and one can see what a great deal this is. Legal & Warranty This bike is sold “as is where is” with no warranties implied. By bidding on this bike, you are entering a legal and binding contract. Terms The terms are: A non-refundable deposit for $1,000.00 is due within 24 hours of this auctions end. Deposit can be made via PayPal, Bank Draft, Cash, or USPS money order. No personal checks, certified or otherwise, and no Money Grams, wire transfers, or any of that stuff. Balance of payment is due within 72 hours of this auctions end. The only forms of payment acceptable for the balance are either a Bank Draft, Cash, or USPS money orders. In either case the funds must clear before I will release the bike for shipment. SALE IS FINAL. Shipping/Delivery I am willing to deliver the bike for a fee of 50¢ per mile (each way) but payment must be made in advance. That is, if you want me to deliver it 200 miles away it will cost you $200.00. For you folks on the West coast that could get expensive, so for distances over 500 miles, I may be willing to deliver the bike for a negotiated flat fee. I am willing to assist in loading the bike on other forms of transportation but preparation, getting quotes, and making arrangements are not my responsibility. GOOD LUCK ON THIS AUCTION.On May-10-10 at 05:28:09 PDT, seller added the following information:Buy it Now price is $10,500.00On May-13-10 at 15:23:58 PDT, seller added the following information:99 pictures. Password is: DIABLO (in caps) http://oz-.smugmug.com/Other/EL-DIABLO/12171165_CxJTj#866108748_BZErL