I saw a big fuel tank on a bike at the Square Route Rally. I've been told it's a BMW Heinrich tank. It was on a R100CS. see pic Are these still available? Can they be put on any /5 /6 or /7? How about Monolever airheads, too? Now I want one, too.
MarkF
MarkF
Dude, just buy an Airhead and end this uncontrollable drool thing you have going on. Maybe this picture will get you off center.
Jon Diaz
BMW K75/K12GT
BMWMOA Ambassador
You're killing me!
MarkF
MarkF
Silver smoke is my FAVORITE!
Mark, I might know someone with a /6 for sale...
Even the AGATT/beemer Gals glowed like madonna space angels -redclfco
Girlie, You aren't thinking about parting with your scooter are you??
RW
"Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy" B. Franklin
It's possible. But never fear, I'll always be a girrlie who rides a boxer.
Even the AGATT/beemer Gals glowed like madonna space angels -redclfco
My first BMW was a R75/5 and frankly I did not like it. It was a dog compared to the Guzzi V65SP I had just sold. But I think a R90S or R100S would have more umpf! Of course the oilhead had lots more. So, I'm thinking second bike and long range would be cool hence the big tank. Maybe even some custom paint, too. But, the wife says I need to get a new car and furnace first.
MarkF
MarkF
I saw this bike at the rally and asked the guys about the big tank. They didn't mention the maker, but said that they are hard to get and that you'll pay around $900.
Even the AGATT/beemer Gals glowed like madonna space angels -redclfco
Hey Mark, Put in a wood stove, and suprise your wife with an axe and a splitter for her birthday. I bet she would let you have the bike right away.
Gale Smith
2009 Versys
1999 R1100RT
It is indeed a "Heinrich" tank. It's a period aftermarket accesory for BMW's and yes, they are quite dear. Last week a beat up one went on ebay for ~$700 IIRC. Expect to pay $1200-$1500 for a perfect one, IF you can find one.Originally posted by boxergrrlie
I saw this bike at the rally and asked the guys about the big tank. They didn't mention the maker, but said that they are hard to get and that you'll pay around $900.
Personally, I find them dog ugly, just like the period Heinrich fairings. And my bladder fills up LONG before the normal 5.5 gallon on /5 empties out!:yow
I found the link if anyone's interested:Heinrich Tank
What amazed me was that someone "bought it now" for $700 rather than missing out on it.
Last edited by dlearl; 07-29-2004 at 05:29 AM.
[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]David#476
"Is this some sort of a senior citizens tour?"
If you had gone to the National Rally in Spokane one of the vendors had two of those tanks for sale for $900 which is a good price!
Ambassador BMW MOA Ontario Canada
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1977 R100RS with 516,000 miles
A similar tank sits on the wall at Grayboy Motorsports in Peoria Heights, Illinois. Expect to spend a grand.
Mac
PS. Jon, why didn't you show off your big tank bike....
Mac
1986 R80RT, 2005 R1200GS
Livin' Large On The Lake
Because I knew the original poster has an unusual attraction to R90S's in Smoke Gray......Originally posted by Tom McIntyre
PS. Jon, why didn't you show off your big tank bike....
Jon Diaz
BMW K75/K12GT
BMWMOA Ambassador
Show me yours big fella!Originally posted by jdiaz
Because I knew the original poster has an unusual attraction to R90S's in Smoke Gray......
MarkF
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