R1200RS + R1250RS Forum
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Tue Sep 18, 2018 4:07 pm (Last edited: Tue Sep 18, 2018 4:14 pm)
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After seeing some exquisite BMW Boxers of 1930's vintage racing... It has sparked an interest in the vintage bikes of our Manufacturer... like the R63 from 1928.. or the R39 from 1925 |
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I restored a ‘60 R60 in the nineties...a “classic”, rather than “vintage” undertaking. However, it provided me with insights regarding old BMWs. They are great to restore as they are simple and have inherently smooth engines; a quality that limits wear. My favorite of the thirties was the R5. Overhead valves gave the 500cc engine more power over the side-valve variants. In addition, the overall format is basically a 1950 R51/3 with a rigid rear end. Here in the US, we have several outfits that will help a restorer find parts...an endeavor that is likely to be easier near the EU. When you decide on a bike, be certain to get a parts manual. This will help you immensely when you start to look for parts as ordering/searching by part number is the best way to proceed. Finally, these projects usually turn out best if the bike is in decent shape to begin with. Save yourself a great deal of work, frustration, and expense and find one that is pretty complete. I’ve included a photo of an R5 below... “I would rather be ashes than dust!" ~ Jack London |
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What Blackshirt said!! |
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Below is an article about a BMW concept bike: the R5 Hommage. This one is all custom and features an original supercharged engine. Maybe you can wait for a factory fresh R5 if it is well received...
“I would rather be ashes than dust!" ~ Jack London
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The R5 Hommage would make a really good "signature" or "prop" bike for a leading (wo)man in a movie. It really stands out. It would also be good for many of the leading actors as in "real life" they are not as tall as they are often shown in the films. The R5 would fit them. Now, if a stunt rider could do a couple of burn outs or the like, it should really get that part.
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Zitat von Blackshirt im Beitrag #2 Thanks for the reply... Classic bike/Vintage bike is the way to go I think... I'm not a huge fan of classic creations...as they are more complicated than the original...and rarely hold their value... the supercharged engine is epic... and I truly think BMW should build it..... I think from a comfort point of view...a Bike without a rigid rear end would be the way to go... but it 'has' to be a twin.... iv'e seen a few classics for sale fully restored... I think the journey of restoration... is what I'm looking for.. but as Blackshirt said... a complete running bike would be my a better preference... the parts list is a great tip thanks!  and possibly a manual as well! JR |
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BMW R71 1938 |
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Spot the supercharged boxer from last year's Goodwood Revival....
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Previous Bikes; Husqvarna Nuda R Ducati Monster 1100 Evo Yam FZ600 Yam RD250LC Yam RD350LC Yam RD500LC Kwak Z1000 |
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I’m guessing my 1981 R100RS is a little too young for this thread, but cant resist posting a picture, owned this since 1985 and love it to bits though its a handful on skinny tyres and with weak brakes compared to the 1200RS, that said the weather protection is amazing......E16B1748-BF4D-4F3E-BC17-228EBF088FBE.jpeg - Bild entfernt (keine Rechte) |
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Check out this neat homemade airhead BMW "bobber" that I saw today.
Current motorcycle collection: 2002 Yamaha FZ1; 2005 Triumph Bonneville T-100; 2011 Royal Enfield Bullet 500; 2009 BMW F650GS; 2016 BMW R1200RS; 2018 Zero S 16.6 kWh
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I wonder where the "Bobber" stuck the battery? Could he use a very small lithium battery hidden somewhere? I see there are no turn indicators. I don't see an electric starter or a kick starter...
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That's an awesome build! The turn signals are the small clear lenses on the bar ends and the rears are located at the ends of his plate mount near the upper corners of the plate. I'm still scratching my head on the battery but I believe it is mounted below the engine. I attached a zoomed-in image where I can see what looks like a black and red battery lead. The left grip appears to have a series of switches integrated but the photo is not clear enough to verify that fact...incredible workmanship. Thanks for sharing. C.K. |
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