Coming to market in 1988, the R100GS was BMW’s newest iteration of adventure-touring motorcycling, building off of the success of both the R80G/S and R80GS models. With the goal of making a motorcycle that was equally capable on-and-off-road, the R100GS featured a 980cc air-cooled, twin cylinder boxer, which was good for roughly 60 horsepower and 55 ft./lb. of torque.
With a low center of gravity mainly due to the placement of the engine, the GS was surprisingly capable on difficult terrain. To further enhance the off-road potential of R100GS, BMW released the motorcycle with a dirt-oriented wheel setup of a 21-inch front wheel and a 17-inch rear wheel. Rounding out the long-distance package was a new larger tank, meant to extend the adventure even further. At the 1988 International Bicycle and Motorcycle Show, the Bavarian brand introduced a Paris-Dakar touring conversion kit for the R100GS (and the R80GS).Â
This PD or Paris Dakar version featured an even larger gas tank, hard bags and front impact bars. To get more information about the R100GS Paris-Dakar, check out Motorcycle Classics.
This example is VIN: WB1047808K6153188. The sellers late father-in-law purchased this bike new in Southern California in 1988.
The odometer shows 53,611 miles.
Maintenance:
Recent work done according to seller:
New 12V/26AH battery.
New air and oil filters.
Engine, transmission and final drive oil change.
Complete strip and rebuild of both carburetors with all o-rings replaced.
New front and rear tires.
Full front brake caliper rebuild (all new seals and new pads).
Brake line replaced with Venhill braided steel.
Complete strip and clean of master cylinder including new piston and seals.
Throttle cable clean, lube and replacement.
Replaced brake switch on wiring harness.
Drained fuel tank and replaced cap gasket, petcocks and vent hose.
New fork oil.
Clutch and throttle cable free-play adjustment.
Adjusted the valve clearances (and replaced cover gaskets).
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. We cleaned and synced the carbs, fitted new fuel lines and in-line filters, flushed and filled the front brake fluid, and replaced the rear tail light bulb.
Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Shaft Drive Ok
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: N/A
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 Ok
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 05/24
Tire Date Code Rear: 21/21
Tire % Remaining Front: 80%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80%
Tire Press. Front: 25 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 30 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.9V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.2V
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench; Runs Well on Test Ride
Test Ride Completed: Â Yes
Test Ride Distance: 2 Miles
Notes:
The bike has an undiagnosed ticking sound from righthand side of engine case.
The bike will be coming up on next 5k-mile service (oil and filter, valves, etc).
Modifications:
Upgraded with a BMW Paris-Dakar touring conversion kit.
Corbin seat.
Auxiliary headlamp.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Continental Tire Twinduro TKC 80 tires with date codes of 2121 and 0524.
The sale includes 1 ignition key, and some other keys.
Extras:
Not Shown: Complete tool roll.
BMW hard cases.
Maintenance records and various spare parts.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this BMW is offered on a clean California title.
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