Snowbum's R100RT sale page including tools, and parts

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R100RTsale.htm


 

This bike, and tools and parts, have been sold. The bike will not be delivered until sometime in 2010. This
page is for reference information only.  I have use of this bike ...and can ride it up to 3000 miles total...before
the new owner picks it up. The wording in what follows has been changed to reflect that is sold.


My personal touring bike:  1984 R100RT......offered with or without many or most of my Airhead tools and parts.    
I will keep only a few very expensive major repair jigs.

The motorcycle, and the spare parts and the tools was offered and sold at $5300.  Later in this article you will see how I arrived at
that price, which I think is a good deal for the purchaser.

So, why am I selling?    After over 860,000 miles on various motorcycles (probably around 570K on BMW's), I've had to face up
to my deteriorating back and left leg problems, which affects my 2-wheel riding, particularly in parking lots or at stop lights.....coupled
with the fact that my short-legged wife, Penny, does not like getting on or off the back of the bike.  The RT has been ridden little the last
few years; not much sense in keeping it if I don't ride it.  I also have a deteriorating ability to accommodate ...safely at my preferred brisk
pace....any sudden changes in lighting (sunlight, shade versus well illuminated) on the mountain roads I enjoy so much.  
The only time I find it pleasurable to ride these mountains, considering the lighting problem, is between about 10:30 a.m. and about
2:30 p.m.....at best....when the sun is, more or less, overhead, and shadows are minimized.  Thus, I feel it better, for both my
piece of mind and safety, to greatly slow down, or even to quit riding 2-wheels. 


Most of my Airhead tools and parts were to be included IF the buyer wanted them.  Those tools and parts were to be
offered FIRST to the purchaser of the bike.  The bike buyer thus got the choice of taking the several shelves-full of tools
and parts... or partially, or not.  I would not sell the tools and parts separately before selling the bike.  
As it stands right now the buyer has indicated he wants the tools and parts and has paid for them...but he will have the
opportunity of all or whichever, when he picks up the bike.

The only tools that I will be keeping are:
  the spring compressor and specialized shock rebuilding tools I made; the
wheel balancing stand; the front fork dial indicator jigs; the transmission overhaul jigs; the rear drive overhaul jigs;
a Walus gauge; and a few handfuls of certain washers, nuts and bolts....., things useful for me in the future when
working on airheads or which will fit my K bike.  I have duplicates of a number of things such as from the simplest
alternator rotor pulling bolts to flywheel and clutch tools, so I will keep one of the extras where appropriate; BUT...
only where I have duplicates.  So, the majority of the tools still go to the purchaser, should he want them.  I decided to
INCLUDE in the bike sale my collection of the cleverly designed and useful Ed Korn tools; all these also go to the
purchaser of the bike if he wants them.  I have a LOT of parts that go with the bike, if the purchaser takes the tools
and parts.  I've never catalogued them....hundreds of things.


The price for the RT, and the extensive tools, and the extensive parts, was originally set to be $5300  ....or, working
out a swap (+ cash), for a late model 4WD vehicle for use by my wife, whose 94 Subaru Legacy is not 4WD (her car can be
available in a deal too).   A Subaru Forester 4WD (or?) would be a good choice for Penny.   So, the R100RT, with the parts and tools,
was available for cash, or some sort of swapping deal.  But, as sold, it was straight cash deal.

First, photos.....followed by extensive list of details.


no, that's not a crack on the fairing....just a reflection.

 

 

 



I originally purchased this bike as I was going crazy not having 2 wheels during the time (approximately early 2000's) I was building up my
first street sidecar rig using my 1983 R100RT which I had purchased brand new, in 1985. Ever since, this 1984 RT has been my 2-wheel
touring ride.   I went through a considerable portion of this bike after I purchased it, and I documented everything I did to it, as I like to have
a pretty good idea of what my bike’s condition is, and know it is reliable, before taking off on long trips.  


Sale definitely included all the Service bills and receipts, AND ownership records....all going back to when brand-new.

The bike was serviced, since new (before I acquired it) ...almost exclusively at Hansen's BMW, Medford, Oregon,
a reputable shop.   They rebuilt the rear drive splines, which they have an excellent reputation for; and did the top end
job with, I think, the updated valve seats (have not looked, no need to). They also did some transmission work....all
before I purchased the bike.   I’ve found no need to get inside the rear drive, transmission, nor top end, nor front end. 
I have gotten quite deeply into the electrical's and other things.....to be sure things met my requirements for reliability.
 

Color:   Some sort of brown......I have the receipts for the paint when the fairing was repainted by the previous owner.

This bike has left and right Luftmeister side tanks, in matching bike color, which gives 2+ gallons additional; so
    total fuel is about 8 gallons; closed system, no smelly venting.

EnDuraLast alternator system.   This bike was used during Euromotoelectric's development of the EnDuraLast system,
  so it has a full EnDuraLast installation.   

Accessory sockets (DIN and American).
Running lights conversion.
Kisan headlight modulator.
Panasonic radio AM/FM/TAPE, with Alpine co-axial in-dash speakers in mounts/boxes specifically designed for the RT… and with
   earphones output also.   This radio failed in September 2009, and I did not replace it, at the buyers request, who may want
   his own electronics in the radio compartment. 
Whistler G1200 Radar Detector....with output that WAS wired to a radio, earphones and speakers (now is not, see above on the radio).
Late style main tank fuel screens.
Pulse Air removed and capped.
Modified shift linkage, so fits boots better.
Excellent condition for the brake discs.  Front discs are floating EBC types.
Front and rear flaps.
Modified (unnoticeably) rear fender for easier removal of wheel/tire.
E.T.A. Passenger platform footrests (and originals too).

Luftmeister large rear trunk and back rest with Reynolds rack/mounts.....the type that extends for seat opening.
"Tall" National aftermarket windshield, adjustable; properly mounted to the BMW as BMW designed it.  Some slight hazing,
    but perfectly  useable.   Will accommodate short and tall riders.
Original side covers...painted to match (removed when the matching paint Luftmeister tanks were installed).
Krauser bags in quite good condition, fully lockable.
Louvered front grill as on later models for better alternator cooling (hardly needed with the EnDuraLast however).
Reynolds Ride-Off center stand.
Brown sidestand.
Fork Brace.
Believed to have the Luftmeister Turbo Clutch.
Bing alcohol proof carb kits...which are properly adjusted, and they DO work correctly.   Carbs are up-to-date on maintenance,
   and will not need work for a very long time.
Tank cover; which also has the side pockets and the cloth Roundels.  I've never taken this cover off since I got the bike.  I think
    this cover was made by Mustang, and is no longer available except used, for $$.
From the bike records it probably has the San Jose fork kit...top springs, anti-bottoming springs, etc….I have not had to
    take the forks apart.
Mayer two-color seat ("Russell DayLong").  There is one small blemish place on the seat, about an inch round, where, I think, the
   previous owner laid a hot trouble-lamp on it.  I did a mini-fix there, but you can still see it.
Throttle friction screw.
Throttle Rocker.
Deer whistles (I do not believe these things work, but previous owner had them on this bike when I got it, so
   I left them as a conversation piece, since everyone knows I think them worthless!!).
Near new Bridgestone tires (with new tubes and balanced when I changed rubber)....with lots of rubber left.  I automatically always
   service the wheel bearings when I change tires....that includes measuring preload and adjusting that, and greasing and new seals.

Included: a rather complete set of tool tray tools (beyond stock), a Smart Charger and a bike cover.
See below on the other tools and parts.

Sale DOES NOT include BMW mileage roundels that are on the bike.

Maintenance for some years now was by me, Snowbum (you expected by someone else? ).
AFTER the bike was sold in 2009, I added, with purchaser's approval, a Brand-new updated Valeo starter motor, from Motoeuroelectrics
  and, lighter pull throttle springs.


Mileage, total since new:  90,905, as of 8/31/2009.  This is expected to increase a bit, slowly, until the bike is
picked up by the new owner.
 

Condition and comments besides what is above: good! ... ride anyplace, NO problems that I know of that
need to be taken care of right away.   It will be safe and roadworthy, even for a long trip.   
NO record or indication of any crashes, lay-downs, etc. 

Maintenance is up-to-date and will remain so.

Tracks straight, rides straight, handles good. Because of the heavy-duty turbo clutch, the clutch should be used a bit
more gingerly than the stock one until the engine warms up some. This takes a very short time to get used to....the
clutch is more positive than the stock type; yet the handlebar clutch lever effort is not high.   

When I purchased this bike it had several keys to operate the locks on the bags, trunk, ignition, etc.  I have not
bothered to try to convert to using less keys; and I have several full sets for the purchaser. 

Looks decent-enough, but is not a 100% 10 point garage queen…..an example of which is some "sand pitting" or
something similar, on the front fairing LOWERS; that might have come from heat on lightly cured paint, not sure...
and the left lower was repaired, if messily, on the inside at the lower place it joins the bracket below the cylinder
head;...a common problem.   I think this should be cleaned-up some, but have not done it.  The only other somewhat
messy area is where the front fairing fork bellows affix to the fairing...the gluing is messy.   The dash rubber cover has
been removed, but I still have it.  I also have an extra front lower middle louvered cover.

The bike burns no oil, burns cleanly on both cylinders, starts easily, and there is no metallic nastiness in the oil filter
paper when examined, nor any on the magnetic drain plugs, etc.    The bike is equipped with the $$$$ Nivomat rear
shock units, which work fine. Whilst other rear shocks would give tighter handling, these are vastly more comfortable,
which was what I installed as I want them with my degenerative disc disease.   Because, primarily, of the Nivomat's, a small amount
oil will be transferred from driveshaft housing to the transmission over some miles; worse going downhill in steeps;.....a
minor unimportant thing, easily dealt with.

So, you might ask, what needs to be 'done' to the bike,... what haven't I told you about things?   Well, the front forks
have not yet been serviced, since they work fine, but they probably are due for a fork oil change.   Battery probably should
be changed in a year or two (??) (it is a flooded wet cell type); but it works fine, AND load tests fine.   I will load test it again
before the purchaser takes the bike; and replace it with whatever type of battery the buyer wants if the original does not test
well.  The throttle gears are a bit grumbly even after lubrication, probably will have to be replaced sometime in the distant
future.   Short list, to be done just prior to new owner taking the bike:  Load test battery, do scheduled nuts and bolts check;
check valve adjustment, do full carburetor synchronization, change transmission oil and inspect drain plug magnet.   If tires are
considerably worn by delivery time, I will install whatever type of new tires the buyer wants; and, as usual, service the bearings.

I offered this motorcycle complete not only with the fairly expanded tool kit, ETC., that is in the tool tray on the
bike; but, I also offered it, if the buyer wanted, with the majority of my Airhead shop tools.....and an extensive amount of
Airhead parts.  Hundreds of various Airheads parts from bolts, washers, screws, crush washers, oil filters, even oil, lamps,
rubber parts, electrical and lots of carburetor parts, emblems, …..lots of plastic compartmented containers and boxes
of things.   Included are some factory tools and also at least half a dozen or more of Ed Korn’s.  Some of these tools
can also be used for earlier models, such as the full set of factory clutch and flywheel tools and factory U-joint bolts
torquing tool, etc.

I have and had no idea of the exact value of all these parts and tools; and have no intention of cataloging it all....it would take
me several days of work.

I wanted this bike to go to another Airhead nut….someone who really
wants to get just about everything he/she might need...with the tools
and parts...and who would maintain it properly.  I believe I found such
with the buyer.


 I may be able to ride-deliver the bike, and a fair amount of the tools
and parts
, for expenses, or the buyer can pick it up at my home at South
Lake Tahoe, California; and ride it, trailer or truck it, or whatever. 
The bike and tools and parts could be shipped....by a good carrier
such as HaulBikes....which do not require building a container or
pallet...they are already set up for bikes in specialized semi-trailer rigs.
Delivery details are to be worked out later on.

Meum dictum pactum.   If you don't know what that means, you should.  Try your dictionary, or, google.


My E-mail:    CLICK!
NOTE!.....very rarely, but it HAS HAPPENED, that I cannot respond by E-mail, as someone's server rejects my
e-mails as being SPAM!!  If you do NOT get a reply within a day or two, please telephone!...or, try my other
E-mail address:  snowbum6   at    yahoo   dot  com   You KNOW what to do with that.

 

***The price for the bike and tools and parts was set $5300.00 after the following:

1.  I first considered what I paid for it; and, the MANY hours I have put into it.   I immediately tossed THAT aside....I
can't honestly expect to get but a small fraction of what I have in it!...that's how the world works.
2. A look at such as AIRMAIL, and other sources... and then asking around and finding out what RT's in various
conditions and mileages were actually being sold for ...not just the 'asking' price.    Low mileage later year sharp R100RT's are
going for $6500-8000, a bit less for earlier.  One's with decent mileage are going for $4000-6000, with a trend towards
higher lately.  Approximately range for a good one is about $5500-$6500.  
So, my asking price was, I think, with all the tools
and parts, a good deal for someone, considering the mileage, condition, etc.


I adjusted the bike portion of the price for certain extras, based on expected used prices for such things.  These were the Russell DayLong ($130 used); EnDuraLast Alternator (used, about $300); rear trunk (used ~$100 with rack); and the Luftmeister side tanks (used ~$250); modulator (~$40 installed, used); tank cover is going for about $50 nowadays. Based on what they'd fetch if sold separately....$870+-.
 I did not make any allowance for the extra tools, new spare cables, radar detector, etc.  
I put that $870+-, together with a lower mid-price on the bike
(about $4800), and figured my asking $5300 was quite well under minimum value of  near $5700... for the bike alone converted back stock configuration;......not to mention the large amount of special tools and spare parts!!   I suspect the value of the bike and tools and parts is likely considerably over $6K.


Because of that, there was NO bargaining on the price of the bike and the tools and parts....except in the case of doing a trade with a 4WD for Penny. 
If someone wanted JUST the bike, the price was $4800.00. ....firm.

For additional $400, I offered a legal signed written warranty, covering the entire bike, even the tires... unless the bike was abused!    No ifs, ands, or buts!!......have it fixed at my expense at any competent shop we agree on, such as Ted Porter's Beemershop, Tom Cutter's Rubber Chicken Garage; ETC.

Rev.:

10/02/2009:  all prior updates incorporated, and then updated to change tense and details to reflect that it has been sold
Future updates will reflect things done, changed, added-to, etc...and will be so noted.
11/18/2009:  updated to reflect payment, minor cleanup of excessive wordiness (still bad!)...etc.
 

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