BMW R80 G/S red edition
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If you like red...................
SteveHop
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The original g/s
The indicators wouldn't last long.
With red additions. Not my taste but each to his own.
Back brake arm looks a bit "forward" too
Steve R
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See the previous Motorrad-Martin post for the full story.
At least it could still be "recovered" to its former glory.
Maybe 'The hill hold start control' has been left on
SteveHop
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If you watch the attached video link you will see that this is one of the first prototypes designed by Hans Muth , the man who designed the R90s.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNg...32_ADR9uSCp8-ZiUuYJTgk&ab_channel=ValleonTour
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNg...32_ADR9uSCp8-ZiUuYJTgk&ab_channel=ValleonTour
SteveHop
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Sorry about that , i can see you posted the video some time ago.Its interesting to see some peoples comments before they know the originality of the bike.
I know the originality of the bike. Indicators still aren't good for an off road intended bike.
Mick's right about the brake adjustment.
Wreford, I can't believe you didn't know this, but on this model, the hill hold start control is electronic using solenoids in the rear hub, not by bits of metal moving.
Mick's right about the brake adjustment.
Wreford, I can't believe you didn't know this, but on this model, the hill hold start control is electronic using solenoids in the rear hub, not by bits of metal moving.
Really enjoyed that, thanks for reposting.
Aha! Having watched the video, now I realise the significance of the special red paint. Still don’t care for it but the vid was great! Many thanks for posting. 
Aha! Having watched the video, now I realise the significance of the special red paint. Still don’t care for it but the vid was great! Many thanks for posting.
My thoughts precisely Peter.
Happy Hogmanay to you.
I thought Hans Muth was responsible for ironing out the 'Gummi Kow' monicker attached to the high speed weave of the R90s, caused by the lift created by the handlebar fairing and it was the R100RS that was his special project, using wind tunnel testing for the first time on a BMW motorcycle, the RS fairing actually produces downforce above about 30mph and directional stability in turns retained by the airflow over those little 'winglets' halfway down, they are not just for show.
And a Happy New Year to you too, Richard. Fingers crossed for the Manx next year!
I thought Hans Muth was responsible for ironing out the 'Gummi Kow' monicker attached to the high speed weave of the R90s, caused by the lift created by the handlebar fairing and it was the R100RS that was his special project, using wind tunnel testing for the first time on a BMW motorcycle, the RS fairing actually produces downforce above about 30mph and directional stability in turns retained by the airflow over those little 'winglets' halfway down, they are not just for show.
All correct although I think Muth may have been responsible for the overall design of the 90S too? BMW certainly owe him a huge debt.
Thanks for posting the link Steve, that was really interesting.
I like that Hans Muth is wearing an RAF badged jacket. I think Tetley has another bike to add to his collection.
I like that Hans Muth is wearing an RAF badged jacket. I think Tetley has another bike to add to his collection.
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