Description
For sale, a truly stunning 1979 BMW R100 RS, particularly appealing to collectors seeking an authentic and well-preserved example.
This is a motorcycle with 53, 000 certified kilometres, matching numbers, preserved in its original configuration and boasting a particularly interesting history.
HISTORY
This R100 RS has been owned by a single proprietor from new, an Air Force mechanic specialising in aircraft maintenance.
Meticulously careful, he maintained his bike with the same rigour he applied to his professional work. Hence its condition 47 years on.
THE MOTORCYCLE
BMW R100 RS
1979 model year
980 cc
Air-cooled Boxer twin
53, 000 certified kilometres
Matching Numbers
Original Gold Metallic paint
Red/ orange pinstripes hand-painted
Original presentation with patina befitting its age
French registration document
MOT completed, no issues found
The motorcycle has not undergone cosmetic restoration aimed at making it artificially "like new".
The decision was made to preserve its original state as much as possible, its paint, pinstripes and patina—elements particularly important to an enthusiast seeking an authentic motorcycle.
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS
The motorcycle comes with numerous sought-after items for this type of BMW:
3 period Krauser panniers
Original Krauser mounting brackets
Original BMW tool kit
Documentation/ BMW handbook
Equipment corresponding to its original specification
MECHANICAL OVERHAUL
The BMW underwent a comprehensive mechanical overhaul at Widi Moto'Art in Bénouville.
Work carried out including:
Complete mechanical service
Carburettor overhaul and adjustment
Valve adjustment
Bearing inspection and refurbishment
New spark plugs
Oil changes and fluid replacement
Brake system refurbishment
New battery
Continental K112 4. 00-18 64H tyres as recommended by the manufacturer at the time
Invoice of approximately €1, 660 available.
The motorcycle starts perfectly and runs very well.
The remainder of the bike has deliberately been preserved with a conservation approach rather than over-restoration.
A R100 RS FOR THE COLLECTOR
This BMW combines several particularly sought-after characteristics:
Single owner from new • 53, 000 km • Matching Numbers • original Gold Metallic paint • hand-painted pinstripes • 3 Krauser panniers • BMW tool kit • original documentation • particularly interesting mechanical history • recent mechanical overhaul.
A motorcycle intended for an enthusiast who will appreciate above all its authenticity, its history and its preservation, rather than a fully restored example.
I prefer to sell to a collector or classic BMW enthusiast who values the history and provenance of this R100 RS.
Available to view by appointment.
File of invoices and documents available for the serious buyer.
