At last, a Beemer that i like !!

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Re: At last, a Beemer that i like !!

Post by Newtsalad » Thu Dec 01, 2016 7:43 pm

Hi Rob, I got the logbook back and it does indeed say it's a R80 RT TIC. I ordered the carb seals for it, and Motorworks took some details, and the VIN.

They said it's not shown as an ex cop bike. No idea what difference that makes! :lol:

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Post by r80rob » Thu Dec 01, 2016 8:35 pm

God knows , as far as I'm aware there's no difference to the mechanical side compared to any other r80 of the same period.

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Post by Newtsalad » Thu Dec 01, 2016 10:37 pm

They did utterly confuse me, by saying that if it WAS ex cop, I may get different unexpected parts. But I didn't enquire what, too much to take in for now!

Very much looking forward to sorting it though. When I went out and took the covers off, I was surprised and delighted at it's condition.

What's more, I think there's only around 3k on the speedo. The seller said he didn't think it genuine.

If the wheels are anything to go by, it could be.

It's a mystery! :lol:

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Re: At last, a Beemer that i like !!

Post by johnr » Thu Dec 01, 2016 11:45 pm

you can go onyo the govts website, (or the dvla site) and it will give you details of the last few mot certs, hopefully showing mileage.
ex plod bikes tend to have new seats, plod spec bikes have a solo saddle so they tend to have new dual seats fited when they are sold on. and usually completely unused or unworn pillion pegs, they also tend to have high output alternators as well as meteoric mileages, but theyre well maintained so thats seldom an issue. they will also have holes drilled in fairing and tailpiece panels to fit lights sirens etc.

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Re: At last, a Beemer that i like !!

Post by Newtsalad » Fri Dec 02, 2016 12:57 pm

Thanks John. I'll have a good look over it. No MOT data available, it was stored in a workshop, last 7 years I believe.

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Post by Bogger » Sat Dec 03, 2016 11:31 am

Jim it'll become a money pit mate :( . Sell it to me and save a wad of cash.

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Post by knapdog » Sat Dec 03, 2016 12:53 pm

When are we gonna see some pics, sheriff?

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Post by Newtsalad » Sat Dec 03, 2016 7:10 pm

:arrow: :arrow: :arrow: :arrow: :arrow: :D

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Post by wightegi » Sat Dec 03, 2016 7:26 pm

See it at the Slaughtered Lamb then ..I know you are booked in.... :roll: ;) :o

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