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1988 BMW R100RT Comes Into the Spotlight, Could Be Yours for a Modest Sum

Taste the real sense of freedom as you roll down the interstate on this German wonder.
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A few decades ago, there was only a handful of motorcycle manufacturers that knew the recipe for a purposeful tourer as well as the mighty BMW. They’re comfy, reliable and will deliver smooth performance when put to the test on the highway. As such, every time a retro Beemer pops up in an online auction, it tends to attract a fair bit of attention from potential buyers.

Without further ado, we have the pleasure of introducing you to a neat 1988 BMW R100RT that’s searching for a new home. You may place your bids for this well-kept Bavarian on Bring A Trailer, where the bike is offered at no reserve until Monday, June 21. At the time of this article, you’d need around three grand to become the top bidder.

Before you head over to the BaT website, let’s take a minute to remember what Motorrad’s machine is made of. The ‘88 MY R100RT is put in motion thanks to an air-cooled 980cc boxer-twin engine that packs twin constant-depression Bing carbs and a total of four valves. This bad boy will supply a peak horsepower figure of no less than 60 ponies at 6,500 spins per minute, while a solid 55 pound-feet (74 Nm) of twist will be accomplished at 3,500 revs.

The force is routed to a shaft final drive by a five-speed transmission, resulting in a top speed of 115 mph (185 kph). A steel duplex cradle frame holds the powertrain components in place, resting on a pair of telescopic forks up front and a Monolever suspension setup on the opposite end.

Dual 285 mm (11.2 inches) brake discs and two-piston calipers are tasked with bringing the front wheel to a halt, accompanied by a 200 mm (7.9 inches) simplex drum unit at the rear. Before receiving any of the necessary fluids, the R100RT tips the scales at 505 pounds (229 kg). Now, we’d encourage you to visit Bring A Trailer for a more detailed analysis of this bargain.
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About the author: Silvian Secara
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A bit of an artist himself, Silvian sees two- and four-wheeled machines as a form of art, especially restomods and custom rides. Oh, and if you come across a cafe racer article on our website, it’s most likely his doing.
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