Description
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The R90S is one of BMW’s most famous bikes, and it was an instant game-changer when it was released in 1974. Cycle magazine may have summed it up best in their review: “There’s absolutely no doubt that the R90S is a remarkable motorcycles. It does, or can be made to do, almost everything as well and possibly better than any other road machine you can buy. The Sport is exceptional in numerous areas: speed, acceleration, comfort, cleanliness, operating economy, smoothness, quietness, braking, reliability, and convenience.”
With oversight from Hans Muth, this bike was built to show the world that the German firm could make more than just touring bikes for old guys. Reg Pridmore helped solidify that claim with a first place finish in the first ever AMA Superbike Championship series in 1976.
The S model featured a higher compression ratio and new 38 mm Dell’Orto carburetors supplanted the 32 mm Bings on the R90/S, resulting in a boost of seven ponies to 67 bhp at 7,000 rpm and 56 pound-feet of torque. Additional features exclusive to the ‘Bavarian Dampfhammer’ were a 6.34 gallon fuel tank, twin front disc brakes, and an auxiliary clock and voltmeter tucked under the handlebar-mounted fairing.
Manufactured May 1976, this example is VIN: 4991209; Engine: 4991209. The seller purchased the bike four years ago from a private party in a BMW club and states, “I’ve always loved the BMW boxers and a few years back a gentleman was retiring from the sport, and I decided to purchase a part of motorcycling history.”
During his ownership the seller has covered approximately 2,500 miles. The odometer shows 29,491 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for this listing, the seller had us clean and sync the carbs, repair the low-high beam, and flush, fill, and bleed the master cylinder. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: GOOD, PROFESSIONALLY LINED
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: NA
Coolant Level: NA
Coolant Quality: NA
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New, < 1.5% Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: NA
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NA
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: NA
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NA
Final Drive Condition: Good
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: Drum
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 12/21
Tire Date Code Rear: 06/21
Tire % Remaining Front: 90%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80%
Tire Press. Front: 28 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 31 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 13.28V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.2V
Running Condition: Good
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: ~1 Mile, unit operates as designed
Modifications:
Ohlins shocks.
Electronic ignition.
Decal.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Avon RoadRider MKII tires with date codes of 0621 and 1221.
The sale includes one key and original tool kit.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection), this BMW is offered on a clean Califonria title. Have any R90S stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
