Vehicle Description
1976 BMW R90-6
"As the largest of BMW's new line of Slash Six models introduced
for the 1974 model year, the BMW R90-6 plugged an important hole in
the famed Bavarian company's lineup. In the growing American
marketplace, bigger was increasingly better, and prior to the 898cc
R90-6, the largest bike in BMW's stable was the 745cc BMW R75-5
introduced in 1971." Thx motorcycleclassics.com
For consignment, a 1976 BMW R90-6 showing 3,538 miles but true
mileage is unknown. In recent years, this one has been owned by
collectors and was driven very little, if at all. It's a remarkably
well kept example from the Bicentennial year and a must for your
collection and enjoyment if you're missing this particular slash
six.
Exterior
This beauty is painted Monza Blue which covers the gas tank,
battery cover, and fenders, and is enhanced with a double white
pinstripe on all but the cover. Distinctive knee pads protect the
sides of the tank and provide a fine contrast along with the other
black parts including the double vinyl seat, the dust covers on the
forks, and of course, the BMW logo. The encased inner engine
components allow space for a full sized metal emblem with the
embossed model number. Chrome exhaust pipes are beautifully shaped
and ascend from the engine, visually picking up on the polished
rear shocks and grab bar on the seat. Chrome wire wheels bookend
the bike and a trio of round reflectors accompany the tail light
and amber turn signals in the back for a colorful show of safety
parts. The single headlight is big and vertical amber reflectors on
the forks help with visibility and add more amber features to the
front turn signals.
Functionality
Warning lights are flanked by two gauges, the speedometer and
tachometer and each of those have built in indicators for more
relayed information. There's a little bit of fading and patina on
the switchgear but overall, it's clean and intact. The tapered
handles are comfortable and the flared inside ends fit like a
glove, all at the end of a streamline handlebar. Footpegs are
rubber coated, high, and comfortable, while the passenger ped fold
upright when not in use.
Drivetrain
The 898cc air cooled, two valves per cylinder, horizontally opposed
twin engine produces 60 horsepower and is fueled by dual 1-barrel
Bing carburetors. It has a 5-speed manual transmission that spins
the back wheels via a shaft drive. A telescopic fork handles
suspension in the front and swing arm suspension is provided in the
back. Disc brakes are utilized in the front and drum in the
rear.
Only 21,097 R90-6 BMW's were produced between 1974 and 1976. We
agree with motorcycleclassics.com, "The BMW R90-6 is a perfect
machine for the classic bike enthusiast looking for a comfortable
and reliable touring machine. Its winning combination of classic
looks, legendary reliability and fine road manners make it easy to
live with, and its flexible, surprisingly powerful engine makes
spirited riding easy, if not downright fun. Add to that an
established network of supportive and knowledgeable parts and
restoration experts, and riders, and you have a classic bike
ideally suited for everyday use."
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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