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/2 Years to Avoid
/2 Years to Avoid
That said, is there a year that stands out above the rest? Simple logic might assume the 69 would benefit from being the final revision, but we all know that newer doesn't necessarily mean better.
Any input would be helpful!
- schrader7032
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You're essentially
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'78 R100/7 '69 R69S '52 R25/2
Fast. Neat. Average. Friendly. Good. Good.
My December 1966 built R60/2
I had the heads off my '64
Two of the available bikes are a 67 and a 69. Both Earles bikes. Both /2's. I'm somewhat on the fence about picking up another /2 or holding out until the right R69 or R69s shows up. It would be an understatement to say that I love the ride of the /2, that said, I've never had the pleasure of riding the R69 or R69s. Any thoughts?
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I've only ridden an R60/2 for
'78 R100/7 '69 R69S '52 R25/2
Fast. Neat. Average. Friendly. Good. Good.
- miller6997
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Two data points...
'67 R69S
'13 F800GT
Altadena, California
I appreciate all the input
While the S model has higher horse power, the longevity of the lower compression 69 is interesting. That said, they seem increasingly difficult to find in original condition. It seems that original paint /2's are a dime a dozen but every 69 I come across has been repainted and restored.
I'm not looking for a perfect original, patina is fine by me. A low mileage original or even mechanical restoration would be satisfactory as well but they just don't seem to come up in the usual places much anymore. If anyone has or knows of such a bike, I'd be very interested.
Cheers!
That's cuz were all out
Funny thing is I was originally looking for a 1973 LWB r75/5 which was the last year of the /5's. This r60/2 US came up and my heart fell out of my chest when the seller opened the garage and I saw her the first time. He had bought a Harley and had only ridden the poor BMW 300 miles in 2 years of ownership. So in a way I felt I was rescuing her.
I just bought a 1995 K75 (again, last year of the original "Flying Brick" K bikes) to help ease the riding load on the r60. Picked it up today from a major going over and service at MAX. Going forward I'll be doing remedial service.
Mine is a US Model so has the telescopic forks which carried through to the /5's and beyond. Smoother ride in my opinion.
There is a 1968 earles for sale on this site. I know nothing of it but seems to be unrestored and the price is very decent if not interestingly low. Mileage is not listed. Check it out.
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1969 BMW r60/2, US Model, 1995 BMW K75, 2006 Yamaha TW200, 2007 Ural Patrol, 1991 Honda XR250L
Stagewex, Your bikes both
Your bikes both look beautiful, although I'm partial to the R60US. The flying bricks have always interested me.. As someone who seems to enjoy the ride of the US front end, have you ridden an Earles machine? I haven't had the opportunity to ride a US bike and have heard unfavorable reviews in the past. Mostly that they felt like, "all the Japanese bikes of the 70's." As someone who owns one and enjoys the ride, I'm interested in your feedback.
I have checked out the listing for the 68 R60/2. She sounds great mechanically but there are a few questions about the originality of the paint and stripes. The tank looks a bit "off" and the stripes on the rear fender simply stop at the bottom as opposed to following the lower curve of the fender. I agree with you as to the interest of the price, and perhaps the paint is the reason for this, but small issues like these tend to send off warnings. Unduly as they probably are. If she were closer to me I'd go have a look in person, but then I'd just be settling... and still wanting the R69(s).
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About that K75...
'67 R69S
'13 F800GT
Altadena, California