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1973 Bmw R-series on 2040-motos

US $5400
YearYear:1973 MileageMileage:97 ColorColor: Black
Location:

Southfield, Michigan, United States

Southfield, Michigan, United States
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BMW R-Series tech info

Engine Size (cc)Engine Size (cc):600 WarrantyWarranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty For Sale ByFor Sale By:Private Seller

BMW R-Series description

 Up for bidding is a 1973 BMW R60 / 5 motorcycle.  This motorcycle was from an estate, found in the back of the garage covered by a mountain of bankets.  Apparently, the bike was running well when last driven, sometime about 3-4 years ago.  There is no battery, so we haven't tried to start it.  The wheels roll freely, engine isn't frozen or anything, seems to have compression when kicking, there are no drips/leaks, tires are decent and hold air well, it does come with the keys.  The title was issued to the owner in 1980, and he had it ever since.   That's 36 years with the same owner, a buyers dream. 

The odometer reads 97671, and the BMW dealer sticker
from the last oil change, on the inside rear fender,  reads 97409.  So, I believe the mileage is probably accurate, and there's no reason to think that the bike wouldn't still run fine.  I can see that the right side cover is missing, but otherwise this bike looks to be pretty complete.  It even has the original tool kit and users manual under the seat. All of the lights/lens are good, except for the tail light lens which has been slightly broken.  The seat is in great shape, with no rips or tears.  I took a lot of pictures, so that you'd get a good idea of the bikes overall condition.

If you're looking at this bike, you know how rare these "Toasters" are becoming, as they only made them for a couple of years.  I am listing the bike with a very reasonable starting price, well below current NADA blue book values for this model, and the high bidder will get to take this home.   Looking at part prices for this bike, I would guess that one could even just part it out and make a tidy profit.  In my opinion, this is not by any means just a parts bike.  This should be given some tlc and ridden!! 

This is a NO RESERVE auction.  I have 100% LIFETIME feedback as a seller, so no worries here.   Please ask any questions BEFORE bidding, and please don't bid if you haven't already got the money to complete the sale.  I will be glad to assist any shipper, if one is used. 

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