[{"id": 17195195, "authorName": "stugottz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stugottz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Whenever I spotted one of these on the road I'd think, what's with that engine hanging out the sides \ud83e\udd14...but who am I to talk, I owned a '79 CBX...Guilty \ud83d\udd90\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1743097349, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17196689, "authorName": "1956bill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1956bill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great bike, I love my R90/6", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1743102125, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17197686, "authorName": "Kz216", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kz216/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "USD $1,000 bid placed by Kz216", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743105125, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17202172, "authorName": "SuperKram", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/superkram/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An R90/6 is always a treat to ride", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1743131595, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17202615, "authorName": "C.F", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c.f/", "bidAmount": 1200, "content": "USD $1,200 bid placed by C.F", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743152625, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17204161, "authorName": "jimreillyjmr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimreillyjmr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sounds like a thorough, thoughtful rebuild. Sounds good. How\u2019s it ride? Hard cases available/fitable? Nice work.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743176342, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17204765, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jimreillyjmr Thanks for the question. I've taken the bike out on the Blue Ridge Pkwy and it's lively, quick, and fun. The Ohlin shocks provide a sporty handling experience. I love the vintage feel compared to my GS. The bike does not include hard cases or support racks. The rebuild was an awesome learning journey!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1743180329, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17213023, "authorName": "Mouse51", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mouse51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In a couple weeks I will have owned my R90/6 for 50 years, might out last me, still one of my favorite mc", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1743252695, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17213285, "authorName": "bmwsrw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwsrw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Curious as to why you chose to install the fork boots from an R90S and the original fork gators on the front forks? In my 40 years of riding, repairing, and restoring many /6 Airheads I have never seen that done before.\r\nAlso, where did you get the seat cover that has the BMW logo on the rear section?\r\nBest wishes with a successful auction!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743256135, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17213367, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bmwsrw I put the fork boots on purely for cosmetic reasons. I liked the way they looked and thought they complemented the other small customizations I made. But the buyer can certainly remove them if not to his/her taste. As far as I know, the seat cover is original to the bike or was changed long ago (the seat pan looks original, and I don\u2019t see evidence that it has ever been messed with). Bike was a barn find, so I don\u2019t have any records previous to mine. Thanks for the questions!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743256929, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17213374, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mouse51 How cool you\u2019ve had yours that long. I wish this one could tell me its whole story.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743257017, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17213412, "authorName": "bmwsrw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwsrw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What concerns me about the fork covers is the clamp on the lower portion of the fork gators, the clamps will somehow interfere with the travel of the forks.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743257369, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17213561, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bmwsrw I took that into consideration and did not attach them at the lower portion of the fork gator. That clamp is cosmetic only. I recognize this differs from what is considered period correct, but I like the look. They are easily removed and are purely cosmetic.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1743259220, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17223592, "authorName": "Walker1333", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/walker1333/", "bidAmount": 1400, "content": "USD $1,400 bid placed by Walker1333", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743376029, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17225816, "authorName": "SuperKram", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/superkram/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@klmed I had the same question as @bmwsrs but appreciate your answer. I too, am a fan of the look you chose. \n\nHave always preferred the look of rugged off-road fork boots on each of the airheads I\u2019ve ridden, but didn\u2019t try this on a near-museum quality green \u201876 R90/6 that passed through my hands 3-7 years ago. \n\nDespite the R90S\u2019s more sporting nature (and I was blessed enough to enjoy a friend\u2019s gorgeous \u201875 for several years too) the R90S gaiters are a perfect complement for the pre-GS conditions our slash-series BMWs were originally designed for.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743433344, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17227517, "authorName": "dchunk911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dchunk911/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@klmed, the throttle is on the left handlebar?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743443073, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17231378, "authorName": "jww3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jww3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am a little confused by the start up video. It appears the throttle is on the left grip?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743455103, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17233377, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dchunk911 The throttle is on the right. I think the camera flipped the image, but it is on the right. Sorry for the confusion!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743463741, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17233402, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jww3 The throttle is on the right. I think the camera flips the image. Sorry for confusion!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743464011, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17233533, "authorName": "jww3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jww3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@klmed thanks for clarifying the video. I thought that was weird and still do not really understand how that works. Also, are the fork tubes, under the boots, clean, not pitted, and operating smoothly with the fork seals?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743465181, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17233548, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SuperKram Thank you! I bet your green R90 was a beauty. These bikes are amazingly timeless and this one was a lot of fun to work on.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743465266, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17233999, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jww3 The forks are not pitted. The Velcro strap in the photos is just holding the gator up for the pictures. I believe the forks are original. The innards were rebuilt with new springs and a fork seal kit from EME. Forks operate smoothly. Photos attached!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743470038, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17235109, "authorName": "Germancarguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/germancarguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Having done my share of Airhead restorations, I can see you didn't cut any corners. But why sell the tools ? Once you have done one you will get the itch to do another. GLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1743507783, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17235580, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Germancarguy The rebuild was an incredible experience and part of a learning journey. I am continuing my efforts, but in restoring older vehicles rather than Airheads. Just purchased an E46 M3 for my next project!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743514852, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17237341, "authorName": "jww3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jww3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@klmed thanks for the additional fork pics.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743527869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17237454, "authorName": "PaulS98", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pauls98/", "bidAmount": 1600, "content": "USD $1,600 bid placed by PaulS98", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743528271, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17238203, "authorName": "Walker1333", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/walker1333/", "bidAmount": 1800, "content": "USD $1,800 bid placed by Walker1333", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743530503, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17242505, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jjw3 No problem. Let me know if you have additional questions.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743544693, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17243234, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thought there might be interest in seeing and hearing the bike running and shifting. Let me know if you have questions.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743550247, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17244843, "authorName": "Mhayesall918", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mhayesall918/", "bidAmount": 2250, "content": "USD $2,250 bid placed by Mhayesall918", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743586017, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17246211, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Video of bike operating", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743606050, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17253481, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A few more pictures...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743633338, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17254671, "authorName": "Kz216", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kz216/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "USD $2,500 bid placed by Kz216", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743645072, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17255517, "authorName": "Mouse51", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mouse51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "With a little more make up \ud83d\udc84, this airhead would bring top dollar, pin stripes and painting the engine cases would really make the difference", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743674078, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17255540, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mouse51 I had to leave a little something for the next guy lol She\u2019s come a long way since I got her\u2014left just enough room for the next owner to make her his/her own. Or, enjoy her as is since she looks pretty darn good for her age.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743675197, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17255713, "authorName": "Mouse51", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mouse51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Would u know the manufacturer of the mufflers, curious if my memory will be correct", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743681262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17255758, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mouse51 To the best of my knowledge they are original - The original mufflers for the 1975 BMW R90/6 were manufactured by BMW itself, as the company did not outsource or offer aftermarket mufflers directly during production.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743682354, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17255775, "authorName": "Mouse51", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mouse51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Definitely not original, the ends were fully enclosed except for centered exit hole", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743682863, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17255848, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mouse51 Wish I could offer more, but those are the pipes that were on the bike when I acquired it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743683933, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17255922, "authorName": "Mouse51", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mouse51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not a game changer \ud83d\udc4d", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743684658, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17256549, "authorName": "bmwsrw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwsrw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The original mufflers were Zeuna and they were clearly identified on the end of each muffler.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743691036, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17256616, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bmwsrw Thanks for that info-my research didn\u2019t come up with that. It seems these pipes were changed at some point, but before my time!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743691487, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17256622, "authorName": "edrass", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/edrass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did you check the compression after you did the cylinder rebuild? How does the transmission function, did you rebuild it? Are the rear drive splines in superior condition? Thanks.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743691546, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17256851, "authorName": "edrass", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/edrass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm impressed with the modern upgrades. I didn't know several of them were available. Did you follow the fastener torque settings when you reassembled each component? Thank you.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743693216, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17256990, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@edrass I will try to capture both of your questions in this response\u2026Compression test on the cylinder was not completed. Oil pressure testing was done. Transmission fluid and external seals were replaced but I did not open the transmission case. Final Drive seal kit was installed. Final drive and driveshaft splines were all serviceable and did not require replacement. Transmission functions well-a little harder shift into 1st gear than in 2-5. All torque specs were followed throughout the process and the included service manuals were well used. Let me know if you have further questions, and thanks for the interest.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743694213, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17259004, "authorName": "kbw123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kbw123/", "bidAmount": 2750, "content": "USD $2,750 bid placed by kbw123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743703029, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259208, "authorName": "Blackwidow75", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blackwidow75/", "bidAmount": 2850, "content": "USD $2,850 bid placed by Blackwidow75", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743703678, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259234, "authorName": "kbw123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kbw123/", "bidAmount": 2950, "content": "USD $2,950 bid placed by kbw123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743703724, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259236, "authorName": "billpayne", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billpayne/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This bike has a LOT of good stuff on it. Do not be shy about bidding; a pair of pinstripes on the tank is all that stands between you and total happiness.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1743703737, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17259299, "authorName": "Klmed (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klmed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@billpayne Thanks for the kind words!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743703916, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17259338, "authorName": "PaulS98", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pauls98/", "bidAmount": 3050, "content": "USD $3,050 bid placed by PaulS98", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704068, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259358, "authorName": "kbw123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kbw123/", "bidAmount": 3150, "content": "USD $3,150 bid placed by kbw123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704130, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259372, "authorName": "PaulS98", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pauls98/", "bidAmount": 3250, "content": "USD $3,250 bid placed by PaulS98", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704169, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259380, "authorName": "kbw123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kbw123/", "bidAmount": 3350, "content": "USD $3,350 bid placed by kbw123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704197, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259398, "authorName": "PaulS98", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pauls98/", "bidAmount": 3500, "content": "USD $3,500 bid placed by PaulS98", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704263, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259409, "authorName": "kbw123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kbw123/", "bidAmount": 3600, "content": "USD $3,600 bid placed by kbw123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704321, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259435, "authorName": "PaulS98", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pauls98/", "bidAmount": 3700, "content": "USD $3,700 bid placed by PaulS98", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704404, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259453, "authorName": "kbw123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kbw123/", "bidAmount": 3800, "content": "USD $3,800 bid placed by kbw123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704436, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259486, "authorName": "PaulS98", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pauls98/", "bidAmount": 3900, "content": "USD $3,900 bid placed by PaulS98", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704536, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259505, "authorName": "kbw123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kbw123/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "USD $4,000 bid placed by kbw123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704599, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17259546, "authorName": "kbw123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kbw123/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 4/3/25 for USD $4,000.00 to kbw123", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743704720, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 17260041, "authorName": "Andy_B", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andy_b/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Two crazy good boxer buys today!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1743706263, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17265129, "authorName": "SuperKram", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/superkram/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That was an insanely low price for all those upgrades, extra parts, service tools, completed work done. Like another commenter said, \u201conly pinstripes away\u201d from being a dream bike.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1743731398, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17271602, "authorName": "jimreillyjmr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimreillyjmr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nicely bought. Lucky buyer, given the care and quality of the resto and upgrade. Wish I\u2019d had room in my garage! Best of luck to both buyer and seller - maybe I\u2019ll get a shot at your next BMW bike project. \ud83d\udc4d", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743796429, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17275530, "authorName": "1956bill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1956bill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A great buy, in a soft market", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743822795, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17276433, "authorName": "flyloandslo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flyloandslo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Agreed....the seller lost some serious money on this one. I thought his reserve would have been much higher.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1743860373, "type": "comment"}]