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When the R100GS is your weapon of choice, no obstacle shall stop you in your tracks.
If you’re looking to acquire an adventure bike, BMW Motorrad is the first manufacturer you’ll want to take into consideration. The most iconic machine from Bavarian’s adventure-oriented lineup is arguably the R100GS – a motorcycle that spawned an entirely new movement back when it was released. Not only did this creature enjoy an extremely successful production run, but it also became a cherished cult classic as the years went by.
Well, what if we told you that a 1988 MY R100GS is searching for a new home as we speak? The Beemer is put in motion by an air-cooled 980cc boxer-twin engine, which packs two valves per cylinder head and a compression ratio of 8.5:1. When the tachometer shows 6,500 rpm, the four-stroke powerplant will go about supplying 60 horses to an enclosed driveshaft by means of a five-speed transmission.
At approximately 3,750 spins per minute, a respectable torque output of 56 pound-feet (76 Nm) will be fed to the rear 17-inch wheel. Ultimately, the Bavarian is capable of accelerating from zero to 62 mph (0-100 kph) in 4.8 seconds, while its top speed is rated at a healthy 112 mph (181 kph).
Moreover, the bike you’re seeing here was subjected to an array of tasteful modifications under current ownership. Its original exhaust system has been discarded to make room for an aftermarket alternative, while the instrumentation was replaced with Siebenrock componentry. The seller went as far as overhauling several other items, including the front brake setup, forks, and Bing carbs.
Lastly, the tires, battery, and fork tubes have all been removed in favor of higher-spec goodies. This untarnished R100GS is going under the hammer on Bring A Trailer, with a top bid of just 6,000 bucks. Those of you who wish to best that, will have to visit the BaT platform before Monday evening when the online auction will reach its conclusion.
Well, what if we told you that a 1988 MY R100GS is searching for a new home as we speak? The Beemer is put in motion by an air-cooled 980cc boxer-twin engine, which packs two valves per cylinder head and a compression ratio of 8.5:1. When the tachometer shows 6,500 rpm, the four-stroke powerplant will go about supplying 60 horses to an enclosed driveshaft by means of a five-speed transmission.
At approximately 3,750 spins per minute, a respectable torque output of 56 pound-feet (76 Nm) will be fed to the rear 17-inch wheel. Ultimately, the Bavarian is capable of accelerating from zero to 62 mph (0-100 kph) in 4.8 seconds, while its top speed is rated at a healthy 112 mph (181 kph).
Moreover, the bike you’re seeing here was subjected to an array of tasteful modifications under current ownership. Its original exhaust system has been discarded to make room for an aftermarket alternative, while the instrumentation was replaced with Siebenrock componentry. The seller went as far as overhauling several other items, including the front brake setup, forks, and Bing carbs.
Lastly, the tires, battery, and fork tubes have all been removed in favor of higher-spec goodies. This untarnished R100GS is going under the hammer on Bring A Trailer, with a top bid of just 6,000 bucks. Those of you who wish to best that, will have to visit the BaT platform before Monday evening when the online auction will reach its conclusion.
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