When did the first BMW R100RT come out?
The original BMW R100RT first appeared in 1978 and caused some confusion. Here was the big-valve engine that powered the RS but with a massive fairing and large wide handlebars. In fact, so protective was the fairing that BMW even fitted little circular car-type ventilator valves to allow the rider to regulate the cooling breeze.
What to be aware of when buying an R1100RT?
I bought an R1100RT (1999) with 60,000 miles on it 2 and a bit years ago and have been very pleased with it, apart from normal service items such as oils, filter and brake pads all i’ve replaced is the tyres, Dave. [iMO, 2500 is too low to ride the bike.
What’s the price of a 1999 R1100RT?
I have decided a 1999 or 2000 R1100RT will fit my needs and is in my price range ($5000). Looks like I can get one of these with about 50K on it.
When to test ride an R1100RT oilhead?
Test ride it and see how much it surges in 3, 4, 5 gear at steady but light throttle, between 2500 and 4000 rpm. Someone else might be able to suggest a more accurate test. IMO, 2500 is too low to ride the bike. At 4000 it is barely waking up.
When did the BMW R100RT come out in America?
When it was introduced in 1979, the BMW R100RT was the most expensive production motorcycle that you could buy in the USA. It was the motorcycle for the discriminating tourer, with a full fairing, generous storage, enhanced instrumentation, and luxurious accomodations. And that is where the commercial ends.
How many miles does a BMW R1100RT have?
2000 R1100RT purchased used with 7,000 miles on it in 2003. Odometer now shows 85,000 + miles with the bike running better than ever. So far, routine maintenance only with exception of oil weeping from the final drive pinion gear seal which I let BMW repair for ~ $150.
Is the BMW R100 Rs an airhead bike?
I’ve loved the couple airheads I’ve owned, but the “trick” suspension, ABS, heated grips, big alt etc make the oilhead a great bike. The fairing on my R100 RS looked great and gave awesome protection, but was horrid in the heat and humidity.
Is the fairing on a BMW R100 Rs good?
The fairing on my R100 RS looked great and gave awesome protection, but was horrid in the heat and humidity. The oilhead RT fairing is its equal in terms of cold/rain protection, but not nearly as hot if you’re stuck in traffic. But the oilhead’ll never sound as sweet as an airhead at about 4200rpm.