
Bmw r11 for sale series#
The 1931 BMW R16 Series II in our pictures is coming up for sale by Mecum Auctions at their Las Vegas auction to be held between January 25th-28th. Note the unusual kick starter located at the rear of the gearbox, the same as on the earlier R52. The BMW R16 is a modern looking motorcycle despite the fact that it was designed and made between 1929-1934. You’ll find a rider’s impression of the BMW R16 at “The Vintagent” web-site if you click here. The front suspension by pressed steel trailing link leaf spring girder fork aids in giving the motorcycle stability and predictable handling even at speed. Starting the bike’s engine produces a loud and purposeful engine note that gets attention straight away. But the appearance was not the only thing the BMW R16 had going for it. The BMW paintwork with the black bike decorated with white pin-striping enhanced its appearance even more. With an engine that had its ancestry in an aircraft engine design the bike already had a bit of an aviation look about it and the use of the pressed steel frame accentuated that impression nicely. The R11 would be the father of the later R12 whilst the R16 would later be the ancestor of the R17.Īs BMW’s sports-bike the R16 was the top of the range motorcycle for BMW and was a highly capable machine with a top speed around 90mph. The R11 being the “ toermotor” (touring bike) and the R16 being the “ sportmotor” (sports bike). The R11 and R16 are two variants of the same bike. The rear brake mounted on the drive-shaft is visible in this picture. The robust metal design ensures that all your items are kept safe no matter the conditions.The R11 and R16 have the same engine and transmission of the 750cc R52. Adjustable the amount of storage available in each pannier to perfectly fit your luggage to nothing rattles around. Choose a Vario case for a customisable amount of storage. Match the style of your silver bike with a silver BMW motorcycle pannier, or add a touch of shine to a darker bike. A stretchy strap is perfect for hanging or wrapping around things and also acts as a barrier for larger items. The rounded design is aerodynamic so you dont lose any speed when speeding along the open road whilst the interior offers more than enough space for all your belongings. Or go for a black BMW K48 pannier for something a bit more sleek. The robust design is perfect for off-road use, holes throughout the cases let you attach more luggage and strong metal clasps keep the lids shut when on the road. The right pannier can hold up to 36-litres whilst the left-hand pannier can hold an amazing 44-litres, more than enough for a motorcycle helmet. Or pair some black panniers with a white bike to add a touch of striking style.Ĭhoose a set of two large black BMW R1299GS Adventure pannier made from aluminium for a large amount of storage space held in a classic bold design. Black BMW motorcycle panniersĪ black BMW motorcycle pannier is perfect for pairing with a black BMW motorbike to create a fully blacked-out look. From larger double models to carry everything you need to smaller panniers for holding your daily essentials, youll find the perfect motorcycle luggage right here on eBay. Keep all of your items safe when out on the road with BMW motorcycle panniers, the perfect accessory for the working biker. BMW motorcycle panniers for added storage
