1967 BMW R69S, LOW MILEAGE ORIGINAL MACHINE

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1967 BMW R69S– ALL ORIGINAL SURVIVOR!3 OWNERS FROM NEW, 4,856 ORIGINAL MILES, RAME AND ENGINE #662917, RIGINAL SADDLE BAGS AND FAIRING/WINDSHIELD INCLUDED

1967 BMW R69S– ALL ORIGINAL SURVIVOR! 3 OWNERS FROM NEW, 4,856 ORIGINAL MILES, RAME AND ENGINE #662917,ORIGINAL SADDLE BAGS AND FAIRING/WINDSHIELD INCLUDED

This BMW R69S epitomizes the 1960’s cruiser that became a permanent part of BMW history that carries on to this day…

The condition of this machine is original and un-restored. It has just 34,856 original miles from new. The frame and engine numbers are factory correct, atching, nd original. It is the 590 cc engine. The gearbox is also original to the machine. This R69S is completely original and has never been apart. I am the third owner from new. It is in basically un-restored and good original condition.

This machine has been in my collection for some time, s started on a regular basis, nd is ridden occasionally.

When I purchased the bike, t was in the same condition you see in the photos. I went through the machine top to bottom and checked all of the major engine, ransmission, nd braking components for functionality and safety.The gas tank is in good condition, he inside having no corrosion evident, he carburetors were inspected, leaned, nd re-installed, he air filter checked, ll fluids changed, nd both front and rear brakes taken apart, leaned, e-built, nd re-installed.

The seat is original and in good condition. I also have an additional seat which will be included in the sale as well as the original hard saddle bags and correct Wixom fairing/windshield. The photos of all of the included accessories are shown in the photos below.

The engine and transmission are in excellent interior condition due to the low mileage and absence of any type of harsh conditions or abuse throughout its life.

A complete cleaning and detailing was performed, nd although detailing on an original machine is never completed, he overall condition of the finishes is good, ith the bike having a nice patina overall.

The aluminum and chrome parts are in fair condition overall, ut due to the originality, did not want to go too far polishing any parts.

The paint is, nd as far as I can tell, he original factory paint on the machine, lthough I can’t guarantee it. The original badges are still applied to the gas tank and the pinstriping on the tank and fenders is also original. If you would like additional higher resolution photos of the paint, lease let me know and I would be happy to email them to you.

The R69S on the road is very easy to handle, nd rides down the road very tight, ith no shakes, himmies, r rattles. It shifts and accelerates smoothly and holds the road as it should.

There is absolutely NOTHING that needs to be done to this machine to ride it occasionally and enjoy it. Unlike a lot of collector motorcycles for sale on the internet, his R69S is ready to ride and not in need of any expensive service once you get it home.

I am always looking for new machines to add to my collection and love talking shop about old bikes. Please contact me if you’re looking for something or have something interesting you might want to part with.

TERMS: $500 DEPOSIT WITHIN 48 HOURS OF AUCTION CLOSE VIA PAYPAL OR OTHER MEANS MENTIONED BELOW. BALANCE OF AUCTION AMOUNT MUST BE PAID BY CASH IN PERSON, ANK TO BANK TRANSFER, R CERTIFIED FUNDS (WITH VERIFICATION) ONLY WITHIN 7 DAYS OF AUCTION CLOSE. SORRY, O C.O.D. AND NO PAYPAL FOR FINAL PAYMENT.

The description of this motorcycle is written to the best of my knowledge. However, am by no means an expert on vintage BMW motorcycles. Please don’t hesitate to ask for more photos and, f possible, ome and look in person before the auction ends. ALL SALES ARE FINAL! If you have any questions, lease contact me before the auction ends.

If you have any questions, lease contact me. If you live close to Chicago, encourage you to come and inspect the motorcycle in person!

In an effort to protect the eBay user information and to help ensure the authenticity of correspondence between sellers and bidders, Bay’s new listing format does NOT display any bidder information. Nevertheless, STRONGLY encourage bidders to contact me directly to answer questions or to verify correspondence. Seller reserves the right to not accept bids or sell the vehicle to anyone with a zero or negative eBay feedback rating.

This motorcycle is being sold as is, here is with no warranty, xpressed, ritten or implied unless there is a warranty in effect from the factory. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, uthenticity, enuineness, r defects herein, nd makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, mperfection, efect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the motorcycle and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this motorcycle at the buyer's request PRIOR to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any statements regardless of any oral statements about any part of the machine.

Please remember that your bid constitutes a legally binding contract to purchase this item. If you require an inspection, ave it done prior to bidding. I strongly encourage all bidders to inspect the motorcycle personally or enlist the services of a professional inspector prior to placing a bid. After the sale, nspections are not recognized as a contingency to completing your obligation to your winning bid. If there are any questions regarding the above terms, lease e-mail prior to bidding.

Please do not waste my time or yours bidding on an item you do not intend to pay for. If you bid on this part and win, ou are expected to pay for the part and pick it up in a timely manner!

I welcome ALL international bidders and am happy to assist with making shipping arrangements. I can also arrange crating for shipment on my end for a nominal extra charge. If you are an international buyer, understand it can take some time to arrange shipping, o I do not mind keeping the motorcycle for a longer period of time until pick up. Please contact me before the sale ends, f possible, o discuss the specifics.

Thanks for your interest!

For more on the BWM R69S, lease read on past the photos…

TheR69S,R69US, ndR69are motorcyclesfitted with 594cc boxertwinengines, hat were manufactured by BMWin Munich, ermany.

Production History:

From 1955 to 1969, 5,347 of these 594cc shaft-drive,opposed twinmotorcycles were built. The 35hp (26kW) R69 was produced from 1955 to 1960, he 42hp (31kW)R69S was produced from 1960 to 1969, nd the 42hp R69US was produced from 1968 to 1969. These models were designed as relatively high powered, ighcompression sport bikes, lthough theEarles forkR69 and R69S came with sidecarlugs installed on the frames. These lugs were deleted from the telescopic fork "US"models. The low compression 30hp (22kW)R60/2, roduced from 1955 to 1960, as designed primarily forsidecaruse, houghit was popularly used as a solo bike, long with the 30hp R60US, hich was produced between 1968 and 1969.

The sport-oriented R69S, 69US, nd R69 succeeded the plunger-framed 1951 to 1955R68, hich had an engine very similar to that in the later R69.

The R69US models, ith telescopic forks, hich were used later on theBMW R-/5series motorcycles, ere introduced in the United States for the 1968 model year and then continued for 1969.

Front and rear side reflectors, emanded by the U. S. Department of Transportation, ere introduced only for the 1969 model year, long with a DOT sticker that was placed on the rear fender. The previous Earles fork continued to be offered during these years.

In June 1962, ycle Worldmagazine published a review of the R69S. Its initial and concluding paragraphs read:

“Ask any motorcyclist what he considers to be the two-wheeled equivalent of the Rolls-Royce and you will almost certainly be told "BMW". That answer will not be too far wrong, ither, xcept that the products coming from the Bayerische Motoren Werke incorporate a good deal more in advanced engineering features than the famous English car.

Actually, he BMW motorcycle is more like the Mercedes than a Rolls-Royce: conservative in many respects, ut quite advanced nonetheless. In any case, he BMW has attributes that make it unique, nd it has acquired a reputation that makes it a "prestige" motorcycle — even among people who ordinarily don't give two wheelers a second glance.

Whatever the BMW's merits in a contest of speed, t is still the smoothest, est finished, uietest and cleanest motorcycle it has ever been our pleasure to ride. To be honest, e think that anyone who would worry much over its performance-potential is a bit of a booby.

The R69S is fast enough to handle any encounter, nd it has attributes that are, n touring, nfinitely more valuable than mere speed. All things considered, f we were planning a two-wheel style vacation/tour, he BMW would have to be our choice of mount.”

Specifications:

R69S Specifications. (R69 specifications shown in parentheses when different from the R69S)

Start of Production — 1960 (1955)

End of Production — 1969 (1960)

Numbers Produced — 11,317 (2,956)

Engine:

Internal Designation — 268/3 (268/2)

Motor Type — Four-stroke two cylinder flat twin

Bore ? Stroke — 72mm ? 73mm (2.83in ? 2.87 in)

Displacement — 594 cc

Max Power — 42hp (31kW) at 7000rpm (35hp or 26kW at 6800rpm)

Compression Ratio — 9.5:1 (7.5:1)

Valves — OHV

Carburation System — 2 carburetors, ype Bing 1/26/75-1/26/76 or 1/26/91-1/26/92 (1/26/9-1/26/10)

Engine Lubricating System — Forced feed lubrication

Oil Pump — Gear pump

Transmission:

Clutch — Single plate, aucer spring, ry

Number of Gears — 4

Shifting — Foot shifting

Gearbox Ratios — 4.17/2.73/1.94/1.54 (5.33/3.02/2/04/1.54)

Rear Wheel Ratio — 1:3.375 or 1:3.13; with sidecar 1:4.33 (1:3.18 or 1:4.25 sidecar)

Bevel/Crownwheel — 8/25 or 8/27 teeth; with sidecar 6/26 (11/35; 8/34 sidecar)

Electrical System:

Ignition System — Magneto ignition

Generator — Bosch LJ/CGE 60/6/1700 R (Noris L 60/6/1500L)

Spark Plugs — Bosch W260T1 or Beru 260/14 (Bosch W240T1)

Chassis:

Designation — 245/2 (245/1)

Frame — Double loop steel tubular frame

Front wheel suspension — Earles fork with suspension units and oil pressure shock absorbers

Rear wheel suspension — Long swing arm with suspension units and oil pressure shock absorbers

Wheel rims — Deep bed 2.15B ? 18; with sidecar, ear 2.75C ? 18

Tires, ront — 3.5 ? 18 S

Tires, ear — 3.50 S (4 ? 18 S with sidecar)

Brakes, ront — Drum brake 200mm (7.9in) diameter duplex full hub

Brakes, ear — Drum brake 200mm (7.9in) diameter simplex full hub

Dimensions/Weights

Length ? Width ? Height — 2125mm ? 722mm ? 980mm; (83.66in ? 28.42in ? 38.58in)

Wheel Base — 1415mm (55.7in); with original sidecar 1450mm (57.1in)

Fuel Tank Capacity — 17l (3.73imp or 4.49USgal)

Unladen Weight with Full Tank — 202kg (445lb); with original sidecar 324kg (714lb)

Idle/Riding Noise — 84/82 DIN phon; from 13 September 1966: 78/84 dB(A)

Load Rating — 360kg (790lb); with original sidecar 600kg (1,300lb)

Fuel Consumption — 5.3 liters/100km / 44mpg (US) (3.6 l/100km or 64 mpg (US))

Oil Consumption — 0.5 - 1 liters/1,000km approx.

Top Speed — 175km/h (109mph) (165km/h or 103mph)

References:

Falloon, age 15

Falloon, age 19

June, 962 Cycle World Road Test

Bibliography:

Falloon, an (2003).Original BMW Air-Cooled Boxer Twins 1950–1996.

MotorBooks/MBI Publishing Company. p.15.ISBN978-0-7603-1424-1.

“Birth of a Legend,”Cycle Worldmagazine, une 1962

“1965 R69S,”The Art of BMW: 85 Years of Motorcycling Excellence,by Peter Gantriis and Henry von Wartenburg, BI Publishing Co., inneapolis, 008

BMW Profiles: Motorcycles from Munich, 923–1969,BMW Mobile Tradition, unich, ermany, 997

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