R1200RT w/ 2008 Hannigan-LT Sidecar - MANY upgrades: Car Tire, Steering, etc

Description

One of a kind touring sidecar combination

2005 BMW R1200RT with 2008 Hannigan LT custom sidecar

(Photo taken at Deal's Gap NC)

This is a very capable and sharp rig which really turns heads.

It offers unmatched comfort for both you and your passengers

and is ready to take you across the country or just around the corner with equal ease. The power-to-weight ratio and wide torque band of the BMW boxer engine makes it an ideal bike for towing a sidecar.

(photo taken along seasonal only road on border between Wyoming and Colorado)

MANY more detailed photos available at this SmugMug photo gallery: R1200RT Photo Gallery

I have ridden this rig all over North America from the wilds of Labrador to Key West to the California coast. I would have no hesitation in loading it up and taking off to Alaska tomorrow.

(Photo taken at Mount Rushmore SD)

I have tried to be as honest and complete with the description of this vehicle as possible;

this includes the bad and the ugly along with the good.

But please feel free to ask any questions you may have before bidding.

-------------- The Good: -------------- The tugis a 2005 BMW R1200RT

The bike is in excellent mechanical condition.

Have used nothing but Mobil-1 full synthetic oils throughout and adhered to recommended maintenance intervals or sooner in many cases.

• 65500 miles

• ABS

• ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment lets you alter ride compliance on the fly!)

• Heated grips

• Heated seats{Choice of stock or low height}

• Gizmo Mill Brake! LED flashing brake light module ($200)

• Kissan PathBlazer headlight modulator ($130)

• Additional handlebar mounted mirrors ($168)

• 3M headlight protection film ($45)

• Oil cooler screen ($75)

• RAM ball mount ($35)

• Stock dual-Fiamme horns PLUS Steibel compact air horn ($75)

• Wired for 12v GPS power at handlebars

• Upgraded to 2010+ style windshield for less turbulence{Or choose Large Cee-Bailey screen}

• And MORE!

The sidecaris a 2008 Hannigan LT

This sidecar was specifically styled to perfectly compliment the look of a BMW motorcycle with a kidney-shaped air dam opening and even using a front turn signal from a BMW K12LT. The sidecar was professionally installed by Hannigan Motorsport at their factory using a full custom subframe.

It would cost over $13000 to have a similar sidecar built and installed by Hannigan with all of these options and upgrades!

• 2-tone color matched paint ($1295)

• Open concept windows ($200)

• Side window screens in addition to the stock plastic windows ($75)

• Wide seat option ($170)

• Heated seat ($150)

• Dual roof latch upgrade to add extra security and moves latch from behind passenger's head ($200)

• Gas strut on trunk lid replaces stock retention chain ($50)

• Additional high mounted flashing LED brake lights ($100)

• Upgraded wiring harness with waterproof connectors ($100)

• LED lighting inside sidecar cockpit ($25)

• 12v power outlets ($50)

• Auxiliary battery in sidecar to power lights/fans/power outlets when bike is turned off ($150)

• Weatherproof covers on shock and TILT/trim actuator ($40) And even more here as well...

Sidecar specific modifications to the bike/rig include:

• Car tire conversion on drive wheel of bike ($1000)

• Custom trail reducer gives lighter steering ($1300)

• Custom stainless steel steering damper ($250)

• Handlebar riser/pullback ($150)

• Solid-state relays to handle the added sidecar lighting loads with no on-board computer faults ($150)

• Front shock replaced @64k with newer ESA unit including added spring preload to handle the extra weight of the sidecar.

• Lower ratio final drive from R1200ST to achieve proper gearing

• Foam armrest pads added for sidecar passenger comfort

• Includes set up for solo sleeping/camping inside of the sidecar with a foam pad bed side screen windows and a mosquito netting canopy for nicer nights(contact me or see photos at gallery link for details)

Video of the high-intensity flashing LED taillight modules

Click here to see a video of the high-intensity flashing LED taillights in action

And in the interest of total honesty...

-------------------------- The bad & the ugly: -------------------------- - The bike has a rebuilt title brand.The bike has passed a full safety inspection by a certified state inspector after the original owner slid the bike in a curve and scraped the plastics.

No mechanical/structural damage was done however there are still a few minor cosmetic pieces which show minor marks of that slide.

Both of the saddlebags are sound but they both have some rash from the previous owner's adventure.

I have tried to clearly show these areas in the attached photos and in the photo gallery link.

- This rig has been used year-round including some dirt & gravel roads. There are various rock chips in the paint (touch up paint bottle included). The air dam on the sidecar is solid but does have a few scrapes and one crack from a low driveway entrance. The air dam is still very solid and looks decent unless you get up close so I never bothered with it.

As you can see from the photos it still looks very good in a general walk-around only showing up when you examine it more closely.

- Also due to some winter driving there is some visible surface rust on the mounting struts/hardware. All sidecar mounts were installed with anti-seize paste to protect them as well as all the fasteners on the bike/sidecar whenever maintenance was done. Even the exposed threads on the sidecar struts were coated and covered with rubber to protect them from weather and road debris.

This bike has reliably carried me to places which required carrying extra fuel and would not hesitate to do so again.

But if you want a concourse bike this may not be the one for you.

(photo taken at Goose Bay Labrador Canada)

Additional Notes:

- I have maintained a log of the maintenance tire usage/wear fuel usage and more in a spreadsheet which I am willing to make available to the buyer or those who are seriously interested.

- Buyer has the option of selecting between standard or low heated driver seat and choice of stock windshield or large Cee-Bailey shield.

- In addition to the original exhaust which is currently on the bike I have a new take-off exhaust system which the buyer can have included for no additional cost.

- I also have a list of optional (at extra cost) accessories and spare parts available to add to this great rig.

(aftermarket seats 49l trunk driver backrest extra wheels and more)

Contact me for details!

Feel free to ask any questions that you may have and be sure to go to my SmugMug photo gallery

for tons of the high quality and detailed photos.

Buying Notes:

• I have tried to list all items as accurately as possible and with good quality photos of the item being sold.

• Please ask any questions before bidding and I will do my best to answer them to the best of my ability.

• Local pickup or will work with you on shipping. I am available here weekdays for easy scheduling.

• Willing to pick you up at the airport for a fly-n-ride.

• May possibly be willing to deliver for a fee.

Thank you for looking!

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