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A dedicated BMW Motorrad enthusiast simply can’t let this opportunity slip by.
We can probably all agree on one thing; Bavaria’s classic two-wheelers are absolutely gorgeous. As such, there’s plenty of riders who would love to see a vintage BMW parked in their garage, and we totally feel the same way. Well, feel free to get excited because the 1966 R60/2 featured here is currently up for grabs on Bring A Trailer, the States’ beloved online auctioning platform.
To remove any signs of aging and ensure optimal performance, the Beemer’s current owner replaced its battery, spark plugs, and air filter, while the carbs have been meticulously rebuilt. Furthermore, the R60/2’s handlebar comes equipped with a fresh pair of stealthy grips. At the time of writing this article, the highest bid on this German wonder is $12,602, and you may submit yours until Sunday afternoon (May 23).
To give you a better idea of what exactly we’re dealing with here, let's take a second to examine the machine’s main specs and features. At its core, the vintage gem hosts a four-stroke boxer-twin powerplant, with two valves per cylinder and a displacement of 594cc. At approximately 5,800 rpm, the air-cooled engine is capable of feeding 30 ponies to a four-speed transmission.
Ultimately, this oomph is channeled to the rear hoop through a shaft final drive, resulting in a rather modest top speed of 90 mph (145 kph). A pair of 200-mm (7.9-in) drum brake modules are tasked with bringing the R60 to a halt, while Earles telescopic forks up front and dual shock absorbers on the opposite end handle suspension duties.
The powertrain components are nested inside a steel double-cradle frame, which rolls on laced wheels with a diameter of 18 inches on both ends. Last but not least, the Bavarian tips the scales at 430 lbs (195 kg) when equipped with all the necessary fluids.
To remove any signs of aging and ensure optimal performance, the Beemer’s current owner replaced its battery, spark plugs, and air filter, while the carbs have been meticulously rebuilt. Furthermore, the R60/2’s handlebar comes equipped with a fresh pair of stealthy grips. At the time of writing this article, the highest bid on this German wonder is $12,602, and you may submit yours until Sunday afternoon (May 23).
To give you a better idea of what exactly we’re dealing with here, let's take a second to examine the machine’s main specs and features. At its core, the vintage gem hosts a four-stroke boxer-twin powerplant, with two valves per cylinder and a displacement of 594cc. At approximately 5,800 rpm, the air-cooled engine is capable of feeding 30 ponies to a four-speed transmission.
Ultimately, this oomph is channeled to the rear hoop through a shaft final drive, resulting in a rather modest top speed of 90 mph (145 kph). A pair of 200-mm (7.9-in) drum brake modules are tasked with bringing the R60 to a halt, while Earles telescopic forks up front and dual shock absorbers on the opposite end handle suspension duties.
The powertrain components are nested inside a steel double-cradle frame, which rolls on laced wheels with a diameter of 18 inches on both ends. Last but not least, the Bavarian tips the scales at 430 lbs (195 kg) when equipped with all the necessary fluids.
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