1975 BMW R90S DAYTONA ORANGE

This motorcycle looks nearly showroom original. including little things like the original shock and shock covers. original barrel key (not available anymore). kick start (last year available as option). and rear (European) mud flap. Perfect for daily rider or show. An east coast BMW dealer has a completely restored 1975 R90S Daytona Orange listed for $30. 95 if you are looking for a nicer R90S. However. if you have a slightly smaller budget. read on. Paint is better than original. repainted by master “smoke” painter in Orange. California. (has since passed away). one of the few that did it so well. some BMW dealers used him as their restoration painter. The only parts I know of that are NOT original are the Lufmeister triple clamp. the Corbin sport seat (the original seat is also included for competitive BMW shows). handlebar ends. stainless brake lines covered with black sleeve to look original. BMW battery charger connect plug (makes keeping the battery charged REALLY easy). the Hepco & Becker deeper hard bags with secure latches and locks (these bags can hold a full face helmet). Hepco & Becker are the same folks that made the original bags for the R90S. however. the new latch and locks work perfectly and no stories about how you arrived at your destination only to discover that one or both of your hard bags fell off somewhere while you traveled like with the old “seat belt” style latches. The mechanical condition is nothing short of spectacular with matching frame and engine numbers. This motorcycle is so powerful and fast. you will appreciate the Corbin sport seat since you probably would have slid off the stock seat otherwise. This R90S is unmolested (it still has the original ignition points. no electronic ignition here!) The only engine improvements are BMW recommended improvements including gearbox rebuild with upgraded shift mechanism. The original housing was kept and re-installed in order to keep the original appearance. Past service included replacement of clutch and drive-shaft (u-joints were slightly sloppy) and ring seal. An updated crankcase breather valve has been installed. Complete carburetor rebuilds. clock rebuild including quartz movement. and Michelin tires. This motorcycle is a nuisance to ride. I can’t go anywhere without folks coming up to me with questions/comments. Most folks think it is new. the ones that know what it is. just stare in awe. If you do not like being approached by admirers. this is the wrong motorcycle for you. Sold “As is. where is”. no warranty stated or implied. This is a classic vintage motorcycle. it is NOT new and there are slight signs of use and ware typical of a 40 year old motorcycle. however. it is EXTREMELY well preserved overall. This R90S has spent most of its life on the west and gulf coast in a climate controlled environment. I was advised that this R90S was Winner of the Preservation Award 2004 MOA National Rally. Mileage is currently 48372 and will change as I am riding when weather is nice. A $500. 00 deposit required within 48 hours of end of auction. final payment via bank wire or cash within 7 days of end of auction. and pick up within 10 days of end of auction. I can help co-ordinate with shipper if necessary. It is unlikely that you will have an opportunity to purchase a 1975 Daytona Orange R90S in this condition in the future at this price. Good Luck and happy riding to the winner. Please email with any questions shane@fairfund. net.

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