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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[@andymueller82]

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-rh7ie]

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

[@steeltownbarbercompany9741]

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.

[@richardchorley1593]

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

[@BikerTorque]

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

[@ramibanna418]

Sensational advice

[@matthewscholle4149]

Really helped!

[@bobdelaplage690]

Thanks , great advise!

[@et_cetera_]

Great video. I appreciate all the attention to detail.

[@montmoto]

Thanks Matt. Much appreciated.

[@andyandlilly9808]

Thank you 🙏

[@debussy6396]

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

[@dawnobrien7916]

👏🏼🔥

[@unidossupermarket2452]

thanks

[@MrGranovski]

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

[@podnolej7784]

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

[@bobdelaplage690]

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

[@simonchilli2088]

Obviously don't know if you got a reply from Marcus or elsewhere but if not have a look on a chap called Andreus who runs Workshop Rebuild you tube channel. He normally replies to questions.

[@bobdelaplage690]

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

[@kenbrooks7794]

Yes Bob, on an early R80g/s you will need to release the top shock mount and just move it aside a little

[@berntrydstrm8769]

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

[@michelledeluisa6200]

a slight tik tik tik sound might indicate that the rocker valves need adjustment', I would also check for presence of oil inside of both engine covers; if there is no oil then you will face a lack of lubrication problem with the valves

[@waynedavis7245]

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

[@BikerTorque]

Check Seibenrock, they have a decent range, not sure about cams.

[@waynedavis7245]

@@BikerTorque thank you. I'll check them out.

[@tmh2k5]

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