1997 BMW R1200C

KEY FACTS

• A cherished, one-owner-from-new example of the cruiser-style bike.
• The R1200C is powered by a 1170cc boxer-twin engine producing 61bhp, coupled to a five-speed manual transmission.
• Owned by the vendor from new, this example is currently under a valid SORN.
• The R1200C gained worldwide attention for its part in the 1997 James Bond film ‘Tomorrow Never Dies’.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• From the factory, this R1200C was specified with remotely adjustable hydraulic rear shock absorber, heated hand grips, engine protection bars, a pillion seat, panniers with inner bags, and screen.
• The original protective gear specific to the R1200C is present, including the ‘his-and-hers’ helmets, leathers, boots, goggles, gloves and a set of braces.
• This example is original throughout and has not been modified from the factory specification.
• Included with the bike are the original owner’s manual, service record, workshop manual, workshop bike stand, tool kit, workshop tool kit, all weather cover, and battery charger cable with mains charger.

CONDITION

• There is no body or frame damage.
• The paintwork presents very smartly for its age, though the vendor notes that some of the chrome is showing signs of pitting and age-related ‘patina’.
• The seat is in great condition, and has no rips, tears or major scuffs.
• While there are no known faults, the vendor notes that the bike will require a new battery to start.
• The bike is currently stored off road under a valid SORN, with the last MOT exam taking place on 16 May 2016, resulting in a clean pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The most recent service took place in May 2016 at 8,683 miles and was carried out by John Clark Tayside BMW.
• Prior to this, the bike was also serviced in April 2015 and April 2013.
• Since the last service, the bike has only covered 30 miles before being put into storage over the last five years.
• The service history is recorded in the accompanying booklet.

SUMMARY

Offering German reliability with a laid-back cruiser riding style, this 1997 BMW R1200C would make a great two-wheeled companion for road trips, and benefits from genuine low mileage and only one owner from new.

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