VIN: 620130

Current Odometer: 65984

This 1960 R60 first came to us in 2016 when it was traded in. At that time we evaluated the bike and found it was due for a major overhaul. Having no history on the slinger service ever being done, we opted to pull the engine, disassemble, and perform the slinger/crank service.

The work started in 2016 and ended in 2017 with a reported mileage of 65,474.

The bike was disassembled and engine broken down to reseal. At this time, the slingers were replaced with new BMW parts and the crank was replaced with a refurbished one on exchange. New bearings were used throughout and the engine went back together with new gaskets, new intake and exhaust valves, oil drain and fill plugs, and many of small items.

The transmission was also disassembled and fully resealed with new input and output shaft seals, gaskets, as well as a new clutch.

Final drive was disassembled and resealed as well with all new gaskets and seals and fresh oil. Crown gear shims were also adjusted. Later in 2022, the final drive was rebuilt with a different gear ratio for better use in “hilly backroad terrain.” We used a 3.8 gear ratio for this type of riding. New gaskets and oil were also used at this time.

The carburetors were disassembled and completely rebuilt with all new gaskets, seals, jets, springs, floats, needle sleeves, and so on. New fuel lines were added along with new fuel filters. New high throttle cables were also used at this time along with newer petcock.

Next, we performed an Airhead Annual service which included all new fluids, new spark plugs, new points and condenser, and new air filter. The bike also received new rear brake shoes at this time. Finally upon final test ride, technician noted the steering head bearings felt notchy, and these were also replaced with new BMW parts. We also installed a new front tire at this time with new tube.

In 2022, the bike came in for service and we adjusted the valves, rebuilt the final drive (upgraded), adjusted the carbs, checked charging system and made adjustments.

This is a wonderfully set up R60 built to ride and has a lot of life left in it!