Don’t make these mistakes when buying a BMW R80 // BMW R80 Custom Build // EP2

Don’t make these mistakes when buying a BMW R80 // BMW R80 Custom Build. In this video I’m going to talk through 7 tips buying a cafe racer including where to buy your BMW airhead motorcycle, what to look out for - both generally when buying a used motorcycle and specifically with the old BMW R-Series bikes? So let’s do it.

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[richardchorley]

And lastly, only ever lovingly restore old R bikes to standard trim . Do not permanently wreck them by turning them into "cafe racers"

[andymueller]

This very handy for a new potential airhead owner. My bike was a basket case that sat for 33 years. Bought it sight unseen, I knew I was going to pretty much do a restore or resurrection. Already had the bike to TX and back to MD. But great advice you are giving here!

[Michael-rhie]

Good advice all round, particularly about checking the brakes as you don't want to find out that by accident !

[steeltownbarbercompany]

Thanks for this. I made the mistake a few years ago. Pined for a long time to buy an airhead, I went got a ‘build’ without seeing it personally. I went off of a video and pictures. When I received it, the Center stand pin was practically glued on. The battery was gel and not lithium as explained, and was being charged by a lithium charger. The fuel cap was fucked, EVERY seal was leaking and was only apparent after I had rod it a few miles. The head bold on each side was damaged in a way that it allowed oil to also gradually seep. Oh, and the clutch slipped. I made a £3k loss to a custom builder after I sold it on. NEVER again will I buy a bike without seeing.

[et_cetera_]

Great video. I appreciate all the attention to detail.

[BikerTorque]

Nice video, well presented and great info. Personally I love the BMW airheads, great bikes

[debussy]

Where are the next videos ?? Keep up ! You're making great job !

[bobdelaplage]

Hi brother, i have the r r80 gs early first generation.want to change the battery, is it normal that i have to make space by unscrewing the rear shock? Thx bro! bBob Belgium

[MrGranovski]

Don't the R80's have the newer squire-ish head covers which started with the /7's?

[bobdelaplage]

Hi mate, i have r 100rs, and r 80gs first generation, is it correct that i have to unbolt the rear schock to change the battery, seems 2 mm to big to get it out from above.’.what is the trick? Thx for helping out mate! Bob Belgium

[berntrydstrm]

What kind of knocking sounds do you mean after cold starting the bike?

[podnolej]

Got my r100rt from original owner with original papers and manual 30, 000 miles .

[waynedavis]

Who makes aftermarket performance parts for the air heads? Such as performance cams ?