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Bmw R100 Motorcycle - Beautiful and very rideable Cafe Racer




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Last update: 27.07.2021

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Motorcycle Location: CARDIFF, United Kingdom

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Condition:Used
Year:1980
Model:R100
Colour:Silver
V5 Registration Document:Present
Modified Item:Yes
Vehicle Type:Cafe Racer
Country/Region of Manufacture:Germany
Manufacturer:Bmw
Start Type:Electric start
Additional Information:Metallic Paint
Customised Features:Bodywork/Fairing, Handlebars/Clip Ons, Mirrors, Paint Job, Rear lights/Indicators
Modification Description:Keihan stainless sports exhaust system specifically designed for this model
Gears:Five-speed manual
Engine Size:1000
Capacity (cc):1000
Transmission:Manual
Fuel:Petrol
Performance Upgrades:Special Exhaust/Slip on
Type:Cafe Racer
Previous owners (excl. current):8
Metallic Paint:Yes
Number of Manual Gears:Five-speed
Item status:In archive
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Bmw R100 Motorcycle - Beautiful and very rideable Cafe Racer for sale
Bmw R100 Motorcycle - Beautiful and very rideable Cafe Racer
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This item was found on eBay.co.uk at 27.07.2021
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SOLD SUBJECT TO VIEWING. Originally an R100RS. I bought it as a partly converted cafe racer last year as a lockdown project for myself and my son. I already have three other BMW airheads (a 1950 R50, 1962 R50s and a 1975 R90s) so I really know and love these machines. It was running really well but in need of some proper finishing touches to get it looking 'just right' which I believe it now does. My son has now gone off to join the RAF so isn't around to ride it any more, and as well as my other bikes I've now inherited a 1934 Morgan 3 wheeler. Garage space is at a minimum and I would like some cash to spend on the Morgan (which I suspect is going to be a money pit). Hence the rather premature sale of what is a very beautiful and rideable bike.
If you're looking for a classic bike that is going to ride well and be reliable, old BMW airheads have a great reputation. In particular the R100 engine is very popular and this now has historic status with no tax or MOTs required.  The bike looks a million dollars, but I've spent a lot of time making sure the ride position isn't too extreme. The clip on handlebars are adjustable and quite high so you're not cranked over and I've fitted the rear sets a good bit further forward and fairly low so your legs aren't doubled up as on many Cafe Racers. Basically, you get all the cafe racer look without the discomfort. I've done a all day trips on the bike without any issue and I'm a slightly arthritic 55 year old. 
I've put together a folder with lots of pics. There's also several videos in there to really give you a feel for the bike. If the link doesn't open, copy it and paste it into your browser.
https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B0D52plgjGXQU2b
So, more about the bike:
I bought it from a really nice chap up North. I run a Facebook page called The Airhead Association with over 3000 member and I've chatted to him quite a bit on facebook since I bought it. I don't mind telling you that I paid just short of 3800 for the bike in an ebay auction (if you want to see the original bill of sale, I'll quite happily dig it out). 
The bike arrived with a fresh MOT and no advisories apart from a small dent in the rear wheel which I have now had straightened when the wheels were refurbed. The bike has reached its 40 birthday since I bought it and is now registered as Historic and will require no further MOTs or road tax. 46829 miles on the clock.
Here's a list of the work that had been completed prior to my ownership:
Stainless Push Rod TubeNew Piston Rings (there's not a hint of smoke from the bike)New Post 81 Clutch and Flywheel (these make the bike change gear really well without a load of clunkin)Round valve coversRebuilt carbsPost 81 electronic ignition and coilsNew locksPaintwork by Dream MachinePowder coated frameNew ShocksRebuilt Forks with Progressive SpringsShort Mudguard which gives extra bracing to the front forks  (it's very, very stable at speed)Overhauled brakes and stainless linesDrum rear brake conversion (ironically the drum on the back works better than the terrible back disc originally fitted).Surefoot side standStainless Fixings and Bolts
Here's a list of what I've done since I took ownership:

I've refurbed the wheels and had them resprayed  (Subura) gold (also had one straightened out so it's now perfect). 
Brand new tyres this year. Have done a couple of hundred miles.
A Ducati style fairing (which is made by Flatracer.com for the BMW). I had it sprayed to match the Dream Machine paintwork on the tank and mudguard including pin stripe.
Tarozzi Italian rear sets - I've brought these forward so they have the look but are comfortable.
Tarozzi Italian mid-rise clip ons. I've got these really high at the moment for maximum comfort.
Keihan Jim Cray 40mm Stainless Exhausts. Most people have come across the Keihan stainless exhausts. These ones are a  sports version created for Keihan by the BMW tuner Jim Cray. They sound immense and the engine runs amazingly well with them. I also have a couple of baffles which can be added if you find the sound a bit too 'fruity'. I love the sound of the exhaust, it's really deep rather than shrill and screaming.
Moto Gadget tiny led turn signals. I'm really pleased with these. You can't really see them until you turn them on, and then you can't miss them!
Led taillight. Nothing fancy, just a really simple, minimalist led tailight and number plate.
Cockpit refurbished - There a stainless top yolk. The damper knob has been replaced with a titanium cover and stainless fork top ends. These were all specially made for the bike by a friend from The Airhead Association who builds exhausts for a living. The instrument cluster has had a brand new surround from Seibenrock, so looks like new with nice bright paint on all the writing and has also been lowered to give a more sporty position. It look really minimalist and clean but you still have all the standard BMW instrumentation which works perfectly.
The bike runs and rides perfectly. The engine is eager and you will struggle to stay below the national speed limit (that's a tactful way of saying it really flies). What I particularly like is the really stable handling even at speeds over 70mph. I suspect the braced front fort helps with this and also properly aligned and balanced wheels.
So, that's the bike. A little bit more about me. I've already mentioned that I run The Airhead Association on Facebook. I organise an annual trip for BMW Airheads (please join the page if your'e interested). I love these bikes and am concerned about my reputation so I wouldn't offer anything for sale that I didn't believe was exactly as described. 
This bike is lovely. It runs really well. It could easily have further customisation to make it whatever you want as at the heart is a really good R100 engine that is well set up.
I've been thinking about anything that's wrong with the bike:
There's a slight blister in the paintwork on the bottom of the fairing on the right where I left it a bit close to the heater. You have to go looking for it.
Some of the black paint has come off the BMW badge on the side of the engine where I got some brake fluid on it when fiddling about with the master cylinder. It just needs a careful touch which I haven't got around to.
I have a tiny leak from a washer on the bolt at the bottom of the engine (under the front engine cover) which occasionally deposits a small drop of oil on the crossover pipe. It's so infrequent that I haven't bothered to do anything about it, but at some point the front engine cover will need to be removed and the bottom bolt into the engine withdrawn and the washer replaced. 
The clutch lever is a polished aluminium finish whilst the brake lever is black as I haven't got around to matching it up to the clutch.
The steering circle on the bike is quite small because of the fabulous fixed fairing. It could be easily increased by dropping the handlebars an inch. However I prefer the higher position on the bars over turning circle which I find adequate (but less than on a standard airhead). You only ever notice the turning circle when almost stationary and turning the bike right around. However, if you find this an issue, it can easily be remedied. 
I think that's about it.
So, if you're interested, please get in touch asap. I am very open to offers either via eBay or in person on viewing. 


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