1958 BMW R26
Highlights
- A stylish and highly usable classic motorbike, and an excellent base for a more comprehensive refurbishment
- Powered by a 250cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine, delivering around 15bhp to the rear wheel through a four-speed transmission and shaft-drive
- Recently serviced and fitted with several replacement components like a new 6V battery as well as a battery cut-off switch
The Appeal
While British manufacturers like Triumph and BSA may have led the way post-war in terms of outright performance, BMW’s two-wheeled offerings were renowned for their reliability and refinement, pioneering the use of shaft drive and developing their own robust engines. The R26 is regarded as one of the most usable classic bikes of its era.
Here we have a very original and smart R26, manufactured in 1958. A thorough service and mechanical overhaul in February 2024 has made it a supremely rideable example and the vendor comments that it has been fabulous to ride, with smooth power delivery and impressive levels of comfort. Complete with fresh tyres and new high-quality ‘Bumm’ wing mirrors, it’s ready to be enjoyed.
History and Paperwork
- The bike was last serviced in February 2024 at an indicated 19,285 kilometres
- Prior to this, a service was carried out in October 2022 and July 2022 at an indicated 19,201 and 19,049 kilometres respectively
- The odometer currently displays 19,297 kilometres
- Manufactured in 1958
- MOT valid until January 2025
- The vendor informs us that the registration shown is not included in the sale
The Condition
- This R26 is finished in black, punctuated by a handful of chrome-finished components.
- The wheels are shod with recently fitted Dunlop K82 tyres
- Features include a centre stand and a rear luggage rack
- The vendor states that the motorcycle will be delivered with a new set of quality stainless-steel ‘Bumm’ mirrors (as featured in the photographs)
- The paintwork looks in very good overall condition with some age-commensurate patina
- Various minor chips, scuffs, scratches and blisters are evident around the frame, tank and mudguards
- Some light marks to some areas of the chrome
- Marks and light scuffs to be found on the wheels, but nothing excessive
- No known mechanical or electrical faults
The Mechanics
- 250cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine
- Four-speed transmission delivering around 15bhp to the rear wheel via a driveshaft
- Reportedly running and riding very well with no apparent faults
- The vendor states that it is very smooth to ride, with ample power for use in modern traffic
The aforementioned February 2024 service is said to have included:
- All clutch components have just been replaced
- Including new pressure plate, clutch spring, thrust rod, clutch friction disc, flywheel, thrust ring clutch and seals, rings and bearings
- The carburettor has been cleaned and adjusted with new original components fitted
- The engine's compression has been checked and verified to be in a very healthy state
- The bike now starts easily, shifts gears seamlessly and revs freely
The aforementioned October 2022 service is said to have included:
- Overhauling the carburettor and clutch
- repairing the speedometer and ignition switch
- adjusting the steering system
- Replacing the spark plug, rear and front foot pegs, oils and fluids,
- Installation of a new numberplate frame, front light reflector, front light chrome ring and seal
- Several new seals and nuts were installed along with the safety pins in the clutch, flywheel and prop shaft
- A new storage compartment lid seal was also installed, as well as a battery cut-off switch
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1958
- Make BMW
- Model R26
- Colour Black
- Odometer 19,222 Kilometres
- Engine size 250
Listing Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Thessaloniki
- Location International
- Country Greece
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