1975 BMW R90S
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Iconic Boxer-engined BMW Touring bike
- Family owned since 1992
- Completely original and unrestored
- Great mechanical order
THE APPEAL
Introduced in 1973 in order to reinvigorate BMW’s motorcycle business, the R90S was a modern, sporting bike with a dose of styling flair, answering criticisms that the company’s bike range was rather staid and ordinary, albeit beautifully engineered.
The 900cc Boxer Twin was a sports-style bike designed Hans Muth, which became the flagship of the boxer-engined range. It came with distinctive two-tone paintwork, a bikini fairing and a new tail.
It was a lively beast, too. Accompanied by an unmistakable flat-twin bark, the R90S would hit 60mph from a standstill in little over four seconds, with a top speed of 124mph. It’s still a fast and rewarding bike to rode today, half a century after it first appeared.
This one was owned by the vendor’s brother-in-law from 1992 until 2021, a time-served motorcycle and precision engineer. It was his pride and joy.
On his passing, his family decided to have it professionally re-commissioned. The braking and fuel delivery systems were completely rebuilt, as well as all fluids and related seals and gaskets renewed. Over £2,000 in total was spent.
While the vendor has a sentimental attachment to the bike and is reluctant to sell it, at the age of 80 he has decided it needs a new home with a younger enthusiast who will give it the use it deserves.
The bike is in show condition, but has never been restored - just always meticulously cared for. The bike is offered for sale in fully functional condition, with no known mechanical issues, and is largely original.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
- Purchased in excellent condition by vendor’s brother-in-law in 1992 and meticulously, diligently maintained
- 29,009 miles
- UK V5C in the name of the vendor
- Garaged stored for all of its life
- Two keys
- Workshop and repair manuals
- Original owner’s handbook
- Lots of old MOTs
- Complete tool kit and factory tyre inflator
THE CONDITION
- Original silver and black paint
- Unrestored and original
- Body and frame in solid, undamaged order
- Good frame, solid with no apparent issues
- Excellent saddle with no marks, tears or damage
- Original bikini fairing
- Good tyres and wheels
- Wheels were rebuilt during renovation, retaining original hubs and spokes and sympathetically recommissioned
- Minor paint issues also addressed in 2021
- Most fasteners replaced with rust-free stainless-steel items
- Wonderfully presented and ready to show
THE MECHANICS
- 900cc flat-twin
- According to the vendor, the bike is in full working order and is very smooth to ride
- Stainless exhaust system
- Braking and fuel systems recently overhauled, including related seals and gaskets
- All instruments and controls function as intended
SUMMARY
This is a lovely example of one of the most iconic BMW sports bikes and is a fabulous machine for shows, events and classic bike touring.
It has been in the same family for over 30 years and will be an emotional sale, but the vendor wants it to go to an appreciative new home where it will be used and enjoyed. It’s a lovely, original and unrestored classic, beautifully engineered and ready to enjoy.
It has been in the same family for over 30 years and will be an emotional sale, but the vendor wants it to go to an appreciative new home where it will be used and enjoyed. It’s a lovely, original and unrestored classic, beautifully engineered and ready to enjoy.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1974
- Make BMW
- Model R90S
- Colour Silver & Black
- Odometer 29,009 Miles
- Engine size 898
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Leatherhead
- Location Surrey
- Country United Kingdom
8
bids
from 7
bidders
- ch•••• £10,000 26/03/23
- st•••• £9,900 24/03/23
- ad•••• £4,200 23/03/23
- Ha•••• £4,000 23/03/23
- tw•••• £3,100 23/03/23
- Ha•••• £3,000 23/03/23
- R9•••• £2,600 23/03/23
- wm•••• £2,500 23/03/23
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