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MOTOBRICK MARKETPLACE => FS WTB WTT ~ Bikes ~ Parts ~ Gear => Topic started by: BK575 on January 30, 2017, 06:49:37 PM
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I purchased this bike back in October from a retired BMW mechanic who owned it for the last 15 years. I had plans of few long distance rides in the summer of 2017 however new position at work will require more overseas travel…long story short, I won’t have time to ride. I don’t want it sitting in my garage, it’s the worst thing this bike. It needs to be ridden, hopefully someone should enjoy this bike for what it is.
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Stats:
- 43,000 miles
- Tires have plenty of life left (75%)
- ABS
- Grip Heaters
- Electronic adjustable windshield
- Paint is not perfect but pretty good for its age
The bike is in good shape, runs great. I was going to flush all fluids this winter, so I purchased in preparation which will be included in the sale:- BelRay Synthetic 15W-50 1 Gallon
- BelRay Fork Oil 5W (2 Liters)
- BelRay Gear Saver Transmission Oil (2 Liters)
- Maxima Suspension Clean (2 cans)
Sale also includes:
- Clymer Manual (brand new)
- BMW Motorrad GMBH Service Manual
- Original Riders manual
- Radio Remote Control Unit Manual w/Radio Code
- TomTom GPS with mounts
- Tank Bag
- His and Her helmet microphones
- Clean Title in hand
Located in Lancaster PA, 1.5 from Philly and Baltimore airports if someone wants to do a fly and ride. I can assist with shipping as well.
Any questions please feel free to call or text as I am not on this site too often. If you would like more pics all you have to do is ask. I know I’ll have seller’s remorse soon :(
$3200 OBO.
Thanks for looking,
Bobby
sevenONEseven---342-301seven
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So I've received virtually zero interest...the ad sucks? It's not a K75? Bad time of year? Any feedback would be helpful.
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The bike doesn't suck that is for sure.
Wrong time of year - maybe.
Not a K75 - nah that isn't
If I had to say anything I would say it is WAY to nice for a wanna be queered-out racer ( that makes me a victim of the admin so let's call it a coffee racer :riding: ) to chop it up nor is it a non-running project for a restorer looking for a challenge.
It looks like a great example of a LT well kep and running great.
It I wasn't in CR I would be tempted but then again I am currently suffering from a serious case of OOBS (only one brick syndrome).
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It might be that everyone here already has at least one brick, else they wouldn't be here. Did you try the Marketplace on ibmwr.org?
I've bought bricks on Craigslist, but never here. People here are spread out all over the world I bought a brick from a guy near Scranton that I saw on Craigslist. You might have better luck on Philly Craigslist -- there weren't any classic K bikes on there the past few weeks.
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Like what was said, your AD was good and it's a great bike but maybe try different marketplaces like cycle trader or even eBay? I know you can set it to pickup only or something of the sorts. A lot more exposure I think that way. Good luck with the sale!
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I would suggest advertising in a few more Craig's Lists a little further away. Draw a circle with a radius of 400 miles which is an easy weekend trip to do a ride home kind of deal and advertise in every Craig's List in that circle.
Emphasize that the bike is ready to ride and being used regularly even if only once or twice a month. Even so, don't expect to sell much before the middle of March.
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My thinking is that any savvy K bike BMW rider is aware that there is a major concern at around the 40k mileage plateau and up about the trans. input shaft lube and the impending high charge for dealer to accomplish. The k75's are notorious for this but the K11's are not immune. It is very possible that this concern has interest at a low point. I wish you luck in the sale.
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I would strongly recommend that you take the time to do the fluid changes. Having the bike ready for a ride away will help with your ability to sell it at the best possible price. You have a little over a month before the riding season hits in your part of the world to get it done.
At a minimum I would get the engine oil, transmission and final drive, forks, and cooling flushed and changed. This is a job that can be done in an evening or Saturday afternoon.
If you have the time and feel real ambitious you could also bleed the brakes, but that would just be icing on the cake. Prep the bike as if you are going to take it on a trip. If indeed it was owned by a BMW mechanic, it shouldn't take much.
Rest assured that once the weather warms up a little and a few bikes get out on the road on a daily basis the shoppers will be coming out of the woodwork. Be ready for them.
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Thanks for all the input...many great points! More exposure and some maintenance would help, very busy at work so probably not gonna happen on the maintenance. Thanks again everyone!!!
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Another free place is in the Marketplace of www.ibmwr.org (http://www.ibmwr.org)
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All good advice...You have 1-1.5 months to do the maintenance. Do it so you are ready for the "season". The sooner you do it the longer you can advertise it. People do not just "jump" to purchase an older bike. Gotta be patient or lower the price.
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Thanks again everyone with all the pointers and help! She has a new home in Indy!
SOLD
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That's good news! :clap: Thanks for the feedback. :2thumbup:
How did the buyer find you?
Always good to know how a bike got sold.