I have always liked BMW’s cars and bikes and ever since I saw Mark van der Kwaaks’s CAD Bike 33, I have wanted to do one of my own. So I bought this beautifully restored 1982 R80 on Ebay and have now pulled it apart ready to customise!
So far the only decisions I have made are to follow my current theme of 23″ wheels front and back, although this time I am getting them CNC’d to match the pattern of the existing BMW wheels, and stick them on a cool new rigid frame. Expect some form of rolling chassis in June/July.
Hi Ian
just a note to let you know that I am interested to see how you progress with the bkie, did you manage to ride it prior to stripping? Just bought an 96 BMW R1100RT to play with
best regards
Chris Mc
Yes – just a quick ride the weather stopped me doing anymore. My next step is to get the new 23″ wheels CNC’d in Billet and then I will have a good think about the look!
Keep checking in for progress, and enjoy your new project too!
Best wishes
IAN