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1960 Bmw R-series on 2040-motos

US $14,599.00
YearYear:1960 MileageMileage:1 ColorColor: Sea foam green
Location:

Brattleboro, Vermont, United States

Brattleboro, Vermont, United States
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BMW R-Series tech info

Engine Size (cc)Engine Size (cc):500 WarrantyWarranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty TypeType:Standard For Sale ByFor Sale By:Private Seller

BMW R-Series description

Up for sale is our 1960 BMW r69s this is your chance to own a rare one of a kind collectors item. No they did not originally come in this color. We painted it sea foam green to stand out and be eye catching. The frame is a 1960 r69s with sidecar mounts (vin number 655087) it has been professionally powdered coated black.  It has an r50 motor (vin number 637222) So no the frame and motor numbers do not match. The point of this build for us was to show the world what our small shop is capable of. We have used it for a promotional piece for a year and a half now and its time to let it go to a new home. Please do your research before bidding. This is not Electric start, it is kick start only. 

This bike runs very well and shifts well through all the gears. No noise comes from the motor and is very smooth sounding and feeling. It goes down the road nice. This bike is not for beginner riders, it is not for everyday use. It is an old machine and needs to be babied. It is good for going to shows and riding around town slowly. With the earls fork and the outdated front suspension the new owner needs to be aware of its limits. This bike is not for everyone. Please do your research before bidding, for this bike is non-refundable.

We have done a very large amount of work to this bike. But the MOTOR HAS NOT BEEN REBUILT, it is untouched with unknown miles on it, and oil slingers have not been done to our knowledge. It runs well, does not smoke more than you would expect out of a bike of this age. The cylinders are a bit rusty on the cast iron, and the push rod tubes chrome is peeling off a bit. We decided to stick with the simple 6v electrical system, but added a 6v H4 headlight.

The buyer has to deal with shipping. You the buyer needs to schedule with the shipping company and pay yourself for your own shipping. We will meet the shipping company at the shop for pick up the day it is scheduled.

There is currently NO title for this bike, but it is registered in the State of Vermont and will also come with a Vermont Bill of Sale.

The reason for it being non-refundable is we are being honest with our listing but have dealt with dishonest people in the past. When issues pop up with this bike they are repairable by a professional, and problems will pop up on a bike like this of this year. These bike are metal on metal and wear out, they need routine maintenance and sometimes things break and need repairing, but parts for this bike still can be found. If you do bid on this bike and win the auction you must pay promptly. We also want prompt pick up.

The spec list of what we did to this bike:

Sea food green paint by our Professional painter of over 25 years of experience
Powder coated frame and everything else black by a professional of over 10 years experience
Progressive front suspension
Handel bars modded for this bike
Custom leather brown leather seat
Gas tank lined with Por15
Brand new Avon Roadrunner tires and tubes

Brand new Swing arm and Earls front end bearings
Left thumb control is new
New tank cover rubbers
New foot peg rubber
New Oil
New brake pads
New Horn
New Shorai Battery
New H4 6v headlight
After market mufflers
New left sideview mirror
Exhaust pipe wrap

Our eBay disclaimer:

All parts are used, and recently taken off the motorcycle. All the parts you see in the picture are what you get. It has been wiped down and is in working condition. Item is used and may require further cleaning. It will not work in any other application than intended by the manufacturer and the description above. This part is only applicable to its original use and will not fit on anything else. If you have any questions about this item, email the seller BEFORE bidding or purchasing. If you have a problem with this item after purchase, please communicate with seller so the feedback is not negative. Once feedback is given the seller will give prompt feedback.


Once item has been won or purchase, please pay within a reasonable time.


No Returns: Due to historical circumstances we can no longer accept returns. If you are interested in purchasing or bidding on this item and you have questions please contact the seller prior to purchasing or bidding and refrain from bidding or purchasing until your question has been answered.


We do not offer local pick-ups.


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Thanks for your purchase from Vintage Steele.

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