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BMW Revival October 26, 2003: I am in the process of reviving my 1976 BMW R90/6 with 133,000 miles on the odometer. I am hoping to finish in the Spring depending on time and money. I'll be posting more photos as I make progress.
Update December 11, 2003: My revival project has hit a snag. I found out that the damage to the motor is catastrophic and would cost well over $4000 to repair. So now I'm in search of a "short block" or complete engine. Update December 18, 2003: My revival project has turned into a re-incarnation. I bought 75 R90/6 bare engine and frame (with the title) from a guy in Sacramento. The engine has 20K on it and the frame has a fairly recent powder coat. Combined with the necessary parts from my 1976, a brand new motorcycle will hopefully emerge. Stay tuned. Update May 10, 2004: Below are photos of how the re-incarnation is progressing so far.
All the parts and supplies have been gathered. Now all I need is the time to put it together. I am hoping to have it together and running by the end of June. Update June 5, 2004: More Progess. The "end of June" prediction is looking better. It may not be painted by then, but hopefully it will be running and ride-able.
Update June 13: Installed front brake system, handle bars & controls, cleaned & rebuilt carbs
Update June 20: Removed Boyer ignition, installed Dyna III, centerstand, Brown sidestand, new exhaust system
Update July 15: BMW Reincarnation Finally! The day I have been working towards so long has finally arrived. She lives and breathes again. This revival has been a long time coming and I'm savoring it. Tomorrow she gets licensed and taken out for a shake down cruise.
Check out the BMW Evolution link to see the progression over the years. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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