Description
BMW R100/ 7
First registered in 1979 and used by the Police Force in Kuwait.
Only 7, 950 Miles since complete re-build and restoration.
Fully Registered in France with Carte Gris / Control Technique ( MOT ) June 2026.
Registered with FFVE as Historic Vehicle in France.
This vehicle is in truly outstanding condition throughout, having had the benefit of a full frame-up restoration in the UK by Richard Difazio.
Richard Difazio is a highly regarded British BMW motorcycle specialist, builder, and former motorcycle racer. Based out of Frome in Somerset, England, he operated from a prominent independent BMW motorcycle dealership.
Richard became widely known for his expert restoration and bespoke engineering on classic
BMW "Airhead" boxer motorcycles.
Notable creations include fully custom, award-winning machines like a completely re-built 1978 BMW R100, and this restored 1979 BMW R100/ 7 ( the original Kuwaiti police bike ).
Full Defazio Restoration / Re-Build Cost Estimated at £12, 000 Plus.
The BMW is been "badged" as an R7S, Defazio felt that this was the bike that BMW should have built.
Full Engine Rebuild / Blueprinted with Crankshaft Dynamically Balanced.
Valve Guides replaced and sleeved / Upgraded Rockers.
Valves / Seats re-seated and re-faced.
New Valve Springs / Piston Rings / Push Rod Tubes.
RT Front End with Twin Disc Brembo Brakes and Calipers.
Police Front Mudguard / Leg Shields.
Frame Powder Coated.
Deep Sump / With DS Dipstick.
Recent Work in 2026.
Engine Oil and Filter / Gearbox and Rear Drive Oil Change.
New Michelin Road Classics / Steering Head Bearings.
Spark Plugs / Fuel Taps and Filters.
Supplied with Krauser Panniers / Original Documentation.
ICOC - Certificate of Conformity.
Additional Photographs / Video can be provided.
