BMW – R69US – 600 cc – 1969

1969 BMW R69US - 590 cc OHV transverse twin - frame & engine # 665749 This fast and reliable road-registered sports tourer was first registered on April 9, 1969. This highly original BMW is in running condition, see video: https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101l5d7f/creativeref:1101l154331/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FvHFqhcusx1w. We believe she is still in first paint and has matching numbers. She has been part of a private BMW collection and has been a sleeping beauty for quite some time, therefore some recommissioning will be advisable. Worldwide transport can be arranged at cost. In 1955 BMW introduces a new line of twins with a completely redesigned frame with trailing fork rear suspension and Earles fork front suspension. The final drive shaft is no longer exposed but is enclosed in the right arm of the trailing forks. All three new models, the 500 cc R50, and the 600 cc R60 and R69 have 18 inch wheels in place of the earlier 19 inch ones, twin leading shoes in the front brake, smaller mudguards and larger silencers. The petrol tank is reshaped, and the traditional sprung saddle can be replaced by a stylish dual seat that is an optional extra. The R 69 is a somewhat boosted version of the R60:... lees verder bij Catawiki