What do I need to look for in an R100RS?

[The Other PaulG]

I am having more than just a casual look at an R100RS.

It's a 1981 model (so twin shock, flat seat etc).

I already have an R80G/S so I'm reasonably familiar with airheadery - but is there anything special I need to be aware of, in terms of the RS?

Thanks in advance.

Paul G

 

[ppgser]

PM

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[Old Codger]

Cosmetically

Look at the fairing particularly the internal mountings (easily broken made of cheese) and the mountings under the cylinders at the join.
A popular mod was to do away with the fairing rubbers where the forks go and to fit the forks with fork gaiters.

Mechanics the same as other airheads

Frank

 

[The Other PaulG]

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Thanks

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Paul

 

[Rob Farmer]

Wheels bearings are taper rollers so can be a pain as few are shimmed correctly. Apart from that it's just a normal airhead with strange handlebars and a big fairing. The bars really do take some getting used to.

 

[David Nimrod]

The bars really do take some getting used to.

'Like having your hands in a washing up bowl'

 

[The Other PaulG]

'Like having your hands in a washing up bowl'

I normally try to avoid that...

Thanks for all the good advice guys.

Closing in on a couple of bikes now.

PG

 

[(RIP) Proff]

Nice one on eblag, 1 owner 18 years and 1 for 6 years iirc I'll look for the link..
It's got the sought after 3/4 seat..

found it ...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-R100RS-1979-/290610468051?pt=UK_Motorcycles&hash=item43a9bbd4d3

 

[Rob Farmer]

Heavy flywheel engine

The RS's are lovely bikes but are about as much use as a lead balloon. They're high speed motorway bikes that are out of the depth on bendy roads and anything other than 90MPH+ strait line riding. Are you sure you really want one?

 

[The Other PaulG]

Good question!!

I remember Mum cutting a piece out of the Sunday Express when they were launched - a journo was describing it after a test ride. I still remember most of the content of that article. 0-60 in under 5 seconds... wow this thing was special! Then The Saint rode one... Then there was an article in Bike (I think) called 'a Weekend in St Trop' where another journo packed a spare pair of socks and took his squeeze to St Tropez for a weekend on a gold RS, just to see whether it could be done.

So the point is, I've basically yearned after one for 34 years. Even if I struggle to get on with it, I think it's an itch that needs scratching!

PG

 

[PW Cymru]

Well worth the scratch in my opinion.

 

[Crapaud]

Nice one on eblag, 1 owner 18 years and 1 for 6 years iirc I'll look for the link..
It's got the sought after 3/4 seat..

found it ...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-R100RS-1979-/290610468051?pt=UK_Motorcycles&hash=item43a9bbd4d3

Love the following comment:

"I think the brake pads have glazed over a bit, as the brakes could be better."

No, they are all like that Sir!

The R100RS has many fine features but braking ability is not one of them.

However, I love mine and will probably take it out for a blast today now that the sun is shining.

 

[fayeslane]

Good question!!


So the point is, I've basically yearned after one for 34 years. Even if I struggle to get on with it, I think it's an itch that needs scratching!

PG

Went through the same thing and eventually bought an RSR -don't have it now. Sometimes the taste is not as good as the smell

 

[David Nimrod]

Heavy flywheel engine

Love my 1980 RT... that 'Heavy' engine is the best

 

[(RIP) pastyman]

Now the RT is similar but with a better riding position. Brilliant fairing and can still be " hustled".


Just so happens that I will be selling mine too. And I think that most who have seen it will agree its a beaut.

 

[David Nimrod]

Just so happens that I will be selling mine too. And I think that most who have seen it will agree its a beaut.

 

[(RIP) pastyman]

I know, I know. was getting round to putting it in the f/s sale section.

I will get some done tomorrow as my garage is looking a bit crowded again. I forgot to mention that I did go and get the A35 Van. have to say its a minter.
completely rebuilt and resprayed inside outside top and bottom. The underside is as clean as the top. I'll put some pics on of it as well

 

[(RIP) pastyman]

here are some pics of the RT. I will get around to putting it in the f/s section if no one here is interested.

 

[(RIP) pastyman]

Oh , and this is whats taking up more room in the garage.

 

[Old Codger]

Nice Van

Drove one once with knackered front shocks Man did it pogo Felt pretty seasick.

Is it the same engine as the Morris 1000 ?

Frank