Vintage BMW Motorcycle Owners

Your second link references the cost of a rebuilt crank + exchange. This is about what I paid a few years ago. I had Ulis rebuild both ends etc. on my '51 R67 as mine had spun too. I'm surprised that it hasn't increased in price over that time. Good on Ulis.

Kevin

The Hannigan Sport Fairing works well on /5 and /6. Not too bulky and looks great. I've got one in black but have yet to reinstall on my /5. Can be used with or without the lowers.

Here's a nice example on Bring a Trailer:

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1976-bmw-r90-6-29/

Kevin

My '51 R67 came with the same setup. I cleaned mine up and reinstalled. There is a replacement one piece if you choose to go that route.

Kevin

Not sure about cost today but I had Ulis Motorrad rebuild my '51 R67 crank and install new connecting rods etc a few years back. First class outfit.

Kevin

Please let me know if you can't find a pair of 24mm carbs locally. My 24s are in very good condition and complete. I would gladly pay shipping both ways across the pond to make a swap happen. I can provide you with detailed photos.

Kevin

I have the pair you need in good condition and you have the pair I need for my R69. I sent you a message.

Kevin

When touching up small areas not highly visible I have often resorted to Tremclad Gloss Black. I prefer the brush on version, not rattle can. It's affectionately called 'BMW Black' in my house.

Kevin

Flyingspanner may have opened the proverbial hornets nest. Rather than add fuel to the fire I would only say that purchasing a matching versus non-matching numbers bike will depend on what your plans are for the bike i.e. daily rider mechanically restored but not a complete ground up restoration ...

Brook's Airhead Garage has a thorough video for installing forks and aligning same on an '83 R100.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oyhg1wYLcG8

K

As you know prices vary considerably across the country. I purchased a complete '51 R67 several years back for $2.5K CDN. Engine was seized on one cylinder but otherwise it was all there and had loads of patina but wasn't beat up nor rusty. I got lucky in that the seized cylinder didn't damage the ...