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1969 R69S Advice to a new comer
1969 R69S Advice to a new comer
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1969 R69S asking $4,000 obo
- has not run since 1988 but still spins and is free according to seller
- US spec forks, non earles
- matching numbers on frame, motor and headset plate
- reported to be a complete bike, no dents or rust
- 32,638 miles
- Darryl.Richman
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Re: 1969 R69S Advice to a new comer
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Re: 1969 R69S Advice to a new comer
I agree it's easily worth the $4K, so you might not lose in the end if you decide to resell it. Some custom things such as seats. Nice add-on with the guard around the rear tail light.
'78 R100/7 '69 R69S '52 R25/2
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R69S - R60/2 - R67/2 - R51/3 - R69
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Re: 1969 R69S Advice to a new comer
It looks like it has a Corbin solo seat and a recovered passenger bread loaf seat. It probably had some sort of fairing on it due to the headlight lens being gone. It looks to be very complete and if the title VIN matches the frame tag. frame and engine block it is a great value at $4000 even if you just resell it.
Don't be scared away by the slinger nightmare, just learn how to get in there and fix it yourself.
Re: 1969 R69S Advice to a new comer
If it all adds up go get it.
Re: 1969 R69S Advice to a new comer
I'd drain the motor oil, refill, and ride the bike (daytime, no headlamp!) You don't need a battery. Put 20-30 miles on it, see if you like old BMW...then, follow the very good advice given above about costs/effort to restore it?
Please don't even consider to part such a nice machine out; you'll make a nice profit if you decide to just flip it as is.
The bike was owned by an enthusiast who placed the low European bars and who wanted a "solo" seat. Solo seats only became easily available in around 1983-5: "Steiger" brand. Before then, in 77-78 you would have had to use what you have on it now...
Re: 1969 R69S Advice to a new comer
Agree. An R69 came up allegedly in my area and when I made inquiries, the seller went dark. If it looks too good to be true, it usually is. If it is legit, jump on it.