I had an R75 back in the 70s and it was a fine machine, in its day. My perspective is dated because I quit riding in 1981 (job and relocation reasons). I'd be concerned about an air-cooled engine with that many miles; you might want a compression test, as a minimum. It is a mechanically simple motor but the carbs can be tricky. The shaft drive eliminated a lot of maintenance and problems common to other bikes of that era. But I can't help but think there must be many newer and more advanced machines out there these days. The opposed two was smooth compared to the vertical, hard mounted motors of the day but still rough compared to a water-cooled Honda.
Scott -----Original Message----- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Thursday, March 08, 2012 7:07 PM To: Diesel List Subject: [MBZ] BMW motorcycles I know we've got some motorcycle heads on here... I'm thinking this is the year for me to get a different ride, right now we've got an '89 Kawasaki 454 LTD for the wife and an '82 Honda CB900f for me. She didn't ride at all last year and I only rode a little. Part of it is the Honda isn't really a highway bike and my commute is all highway. I'd ride a standard or sport/touring bike more. The Honda's forward lean is too uncomfortable for my wrists long term. So I've started looking and found an '82 BMW R65 with only 70,000 miles. My Honda has 45k, that kind of mileage doesn't scare me although it does some folks. I remember reading somewhere (here maybe) that some of the older BMWs were a handful because they were kind of primitive. I guess I need some guidance. I'm thinking to spend not more than $2000 which is more than both bikes I have now combined. Remember I live in New England, our riding season is kind of compressed. I usually get the bikes out in May and we're done by October. Sometimes theres a run into November but not often so a big money bike ain't happening. -Curt _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
