1976 BMW 980cc R100RS Frame no. 6080783 Engine no. 6080783

1976 BMW 980cc R100RS Registration no. RNO 721R Frame no. 6080783 Engine no. 6080783 Just a few years after introducing the R90/6 and R90S, BMW upped the capacity of its range-topping flat-twins to 980cc for the 1977 season in the form of the R100/7 series, the flagship of this new line-up being the fully-faired R100RS superbike. Although styled like a super-sports machine, the R100RS was more of a sports-tourer, which did it no harm whatsoever in BMW's traditional market sector. 'BMWs have always managed to give you a unique and almost uncanny feeling of complete security and stability at speed,' observed Bike magazine's Peter Watson. 'The ability to maintain cruising speeds of over 100 mph for as long as your licence holds out must be one of the machines' most attractive features. The RS even manages to improve on this reputation.' Currently displaying a total of 78,000 miles on the odometer, offered here is an early spoked-wheel model with blue coachlined rims. There is no V5C with this motorcycle but its registration is on the DVLA database; accordingly, prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to its registration status prior to bidding. Stored unused for 20 years, the machine will need restoration before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Offered with key Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing