Vintage BMW Motorcycle Owners

Thanks guys. I will look into the handlebar. Its a good fit so Im not sure I will change it. That and the chrome filter cap is all Im hearing. On a good note I found some original Enduro Saddlebags this week. Physically they are in good shape but they need some work and have to be painted. I also fo...

First impressions are good. The Flex Seal went on thicker (inside) than I wanted but I still like it. I used a Satin finish for the outside and Im happy with that as well. It will take 24 hours for everything to dry so I will post more photos tomorrow. For now here is what I have.

Thanks for the input guys. The striping is flaking off so Im going to remove it and get it taped later on. For now its going Matt or maybe a Satin finish. I found the bags locally here in Virginia from a guy who restores and works on these old bikes. I paid $500 for everything. They were not cheap b...

Here are a couple photos of the bags.

Call me crazy but for the inside I was thinking about applying a coat of that Flex Seal. It would coat the inside, help waterproof and maybe even strengthen the shell.

1968 R60/2 I just found a set of original Enduro Saddle bags. They are the textured bags. Overall (structurally) they are in good shape. Most if not all of the mounting brackets are there and in fairly good shape. The surface however needs to be addressed, specifically painted. Has anyone painted th...

Great looking bike. Congrats ......

I finally got the R60 home and out for a ride today. Wow. Such a smooth bike. Im going to enjoy this one for a long time.

I used Caswell on my first tank. It was an easy application but the sealer was thick and more difficult to get it in all the nooks and crannies. I think its a great sealer but like someone said, its a "clear" coat so you still see the surface of the inside of the tank. I hope that made sense. I used...

Thanks for all the good information. History of the bike .... it only goes back one owner but I do know the engine and tranny have been rebuilt. The slinger has recently been serviced. It has new cables, new battery, new coil, new points, condenser and has had the valves and timing recently set. The...

Let me try this again. Sorry Today I picked up a new to me 1968 R60/2. Ive had the bug for many years and have always wanted to own a vintage BMW. I currently own a 2007 R1200GS as well. Here are a couple photos. Please let me know if you see something out of place. Original? What needs to be done. ...