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1983 Bmw R-series on 2040-motos

US $28000
YearYear:1983 MileageMileage:4 ColorColor: Red
Location:

Des Plaines, Illinois, United States

Des Plaines, Illinois, United States
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BMW R-Series tech info

Engine Size (cc)Engine Size (cc):800 WarrantyWarranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty TypeType:Dual-Purpose For Sale ByFor Sale By:Private Seller

BMW R-Series description


One owner 1983 BMW R80ST


Super low 4479 original miles. This bike has been in storage since 1996. Very desirable model with only about 1000 total 1983 and 84 imported into the US.

Probably one of the lowest mileage original R80ST in the US.

This bike is a stock survivor complete with original owner’s manuals, tool pouch, tools  and air pump and even the factory original tires included.  I just completed doing the full refurbishing / maintenance with replacement of many parts (see full list below) needed to get the bike back on the road.

Complete set of images throughout all the work done captured and documented in Power Point presentation. Bike is running and driving great everything works as it should, mileage may go up slightly as I make final adjustments.


Paint is all original with blemishes and typical fading for this color and age (33 years). Very small dent on gas tank near gas cap can be seen in image.

All parts that were replaced or removed come with the bike (includes the original Michelin tires and factory luggage rack).

Brand new tinted windscreen just installed (spit fire) .

Clear title from original owner with factory owners manual , clymer service manual and special exhaust nut wrench.


Parts Replaced:


  • Clutch Cable

  • Throttle Cables

  • Complete Master Cylinder

  • Caliper Seals

  • Speedometer cable boot at trans

  • Battery

  • Turn signal flasher

  • Sparkplugs

  • Air filter

  • Fuel filter

  • Fuel lines

  • Oil filter

  • Tires (Avon Trail Rider)

  • Inner tubes

  • Carb gaskets /seals

  • Petcock

  • LED taillight bulb


Maintenance Done


  • New tires mounted balanced (Avon Trail Rider)

  • Carbs cleaned /resealed and synchronized

  • Engine oil change

  • Transmission, final drive and drive shaft oils changed

  • Valves adjusted

  • Exhaust Flange Nuts anti-seize  (copper)

  • Trans Input shaft spline  Lubed w/ Honda Moly 77

  • Neck Bearing re-greased

  • Front wheel bearing re-greased

  • Swing arm re-greased

  • Brake fluid flushed

  • Exhaust completely removed and reinstalled

  • Ignition module removed and reinstalled with new heat sink paste


Repairs Done


  • Gas tank liner removed, tank de-rusted and relined with CASWELL EPOXY MOTORCYCLE GAS TANK SEALER

  • Front Left turn signal reattached

  • Right rear turn signal post repaired



Please ask me any and all questions before bidding. $500 deposit due via paypal within 24 hours of auction end, remainder of payment to be made via cashiers check or money order which must be cleared by my bank before bike transfer.



Bike available for viewing in person

I reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale.


Pickup or shipment of bike must be arranged by buyer.

Possible local delivery on my trailer may be arranged within reasonable distance from Des Plaines, IL contact me for details


Thanks for looking

 



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