1978 BMW R100S

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SOLD...........1978 BMW R100S #6162636, Red 31,120 Miles. Fresh 10K Service

1978 BMW R100S #6162636, Red 31,120 Miles. Fresh 10K Service. Very Clean!

We took this beautiful sporty 1978 R100S BMW all the way down to the frame, and painted it. While it was apart we removed the flywheel and clutch, cleaned and inspected it, lubed the clutch splines, and replaced the rear main seal and oil pump o’ring.

The steering stem bearings were replaced, and the front forks carefully inspected and rebuilt. We installed a set of progressive fork springs. The wheel bearings were replaced and shimmed on the front wheel, and re-shimmed and serviced on the rear wheel, with new seals on both wheels. A pair of new Continental tires were mounted and balanced.

We upgraded the rear swingarm and driveshaft to the smoother running, stronger, and better handling 1981-84 unit. A pair of Progressive Suspension rear shocks were installed. The instrument set was cleaned and serviced. All rubber parts were carefully inspected and replaced as needed. New original Continental braided cloth covered fuel lines were installed. A new Westco sealed battery was installed. A Dyna III electronic ignition has been installed.

This BMW is very clean front to back, and inside out! The body paint is not original, but of very good quality. There are several minor paint flaws that will be pointed out in the high resolution photos #034-040(see bottom of page for link). The ignition key also fits the frame and seat locks. There is no key for the (unlocked) fuel cap. There is a tool tray, but no tool kit. A factory optional tail cowling mounted luggage rack has been installed. The title matches the frame numbers, not the engine numbers. The chrome exhaust system is clean and bright and in Very Good condition.

A complete BMW Factory recommended 10K service has been finished. It is very extensive, and goes deep into all areas of the bike. The details are:

Engine Tune: Torque heads, Adjust valves, Check air filter (replace if necessary), Inspect and gap spark plugs (replace if necessary), Set ignition timing (has electronic ignition), Check fuel lines (NEW), check intake boots, tighten clamps, Sync carbs, adjust fuel mixture, set hot idle. Test ride; report all deficiencies. Change engine oil and filter (motor hot)

Look for and report all leaks (entire bike), Change all drive line gear oil (transmission, driveshaft, final drive), Inspect driveshaft boot for cracking, Clean carburetor bowls, inspect floats, Grease clutch cable nipples top and bottom, Adjust clutch, Service battery (is new sealed unit), clean terminals as necessary, Adjust brakes, inspect pads, Flush front brake system; master cylinder thru calipers. Check spokes (adjust as necessary), Adjust tire pressure, check tire wear and condition (NEW), Safety check (lights, instruments / indicators, horn, etc.), Check all fasteners and tighten/torque as necessary

Adjust valve rocker end play, Inspect fuel hoses and clamps (change as needed). Inspect cables for wear or fraying, Replace damaged or worn cable boots, Clean and re-grease throttle tube and gear, Flush brake fluid, Change fork oil (new crush gasket!), Inspect, re-shim, and re-pack tapered wheel bearings, install new seals (replace bearings as necessary), Grease throw out arm, center stand pivots, side stand pivot. Adjust swing arm bearing play, Adjust play at steering bearing, Torque engine mount bolts, suspension fasteners, and center stand

This bike would make an excellent and stylish daily commuter or a weekend tourer. The Factory S fairing has a clock and volt meter in the dash, and provides a basic wind break for your chest. The 1000cc motor has plenty of power for high speed two up riding or for pushing it hard through the twisty two lane back roads. All in all, this is a very nice Classic bike that you can be proud to be seen riding, and it is ready to go for decades of dependable sport / touring riding!

We would be happy to provide you with a quote for enclosed, insured, to-your-door delivery by a carrier we have a good history with.

We would be happy to answer any questions you have about this BMW motorcycle; please call us at 614.837.1160. To see more high resolution views of this bike in detail, please use the link below to direct you to our online photo storage on Picturepush, or request our series of high resolution photos via an email to bmwparts@re-psycle.com. Please copy and paste the link below into your web browser search bar.

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If you would like to take this bike out on a test ride, please plan it for a dry day, and call 24 hours ahead to schedule.

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