“Up for sale is my 1959 BMW R50 motorcycle. Its a special bike in that’s it’s an original triple matching numbers clean and low mileage bike with Earl's forks. Included with the sale are the original tool roll and owner’s manual and some misc parts. Great running and driving bike.”
1959 BMW R50 Triple Matching OriginalRuns GreatUp for sale ismy 1959 BMW R50 motorcycle. Its special bike in that’s it’s an original triple matchingnumbers clean and low mileage bike with Earl's forks. Included with the sale is the keys, original toolroll and owner’s manual and person seat. This bikehas only 44K original miles from new. It still wears most of its original blackpaint and White pin striping and is triple matching numbers bike. The VIN 559263on the chassis ID plate matches the number stamping on the frame and on theengine. This is twin cylinder 499cc and has its original speed gearbox. It runs anddrives quiet and silky smooth, real pleasure to ride. Gear box is nice andsmooth and shifting gears is effortlessly. Brakes are good, lights work fine. Ihave the original Bosch clear headlight. New Heidenau tires on new aluminumWeinmann rims. Pull out theBlack starter knob, the Red and Green neutral lights come on, slightly turn thethrottle and the bike starts within two or three kicks. It idles steady and pulls right awayand runs strong. have the original twin seat. High beams, low beams, signals,horn and Red Ignition and Green Neutral lights all work. As far as Iknow, the engine was never apart or messed with. There are couple of brokenfins on the underside (new value covers included), clutch and brakes all workwell. Bike stops with ease. Gearbox is quiet and shifts nicely. There are nooil leaks or blue smoke. installed the Pagusa single seat, spark plug, fuellines and gas filters. This is 60year old bike so it is sold “AS IS” with no expressed or implied warrantee orguarantees. am not broker or dealer so this is private sale that isfinal. It is sold “WHERE IS” in Huntington, New York and if transported will bethe cost of the buyer. have set reasonable reserve on the bike. This bikewill make great museum or show piece. If you are serious buyer and have anyquestions or need any detailed photos please call me at 631-339-3349 or contactme through E-Bay email by asking me question. will sell to Europe/worldwide and to anyone who appreciates this incredible machine. have theright to end this auction early since will advertise on other venues. willrequest $500 deposit within 48 hours and the balance shortly thereafter andwill hold the bike for you until payment and transportation has been made.Thanks for your interest. Dave.
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