Possible part out

[2001A6]

Thinking about parting the bike out. Yellow 07 R1200S. Perfect body work, smoked double bubble, painted pillion and stock rear seat, Remus slip-on, Perfect wheels(wide rear) with like new Mich pilot power 2CT tires(3000mi), Perfect factory Ohlins, brakes, telelever/paralever, frame/subframe..


Only bad parts are the engine block, trans case, ABS module and FPR. Top end of the motor is perfect, with factory valve cover protectors.

Not 100% if the bike will be completely parted out, we are toying with the idea of an R with ohlins, S tail and a 190 rear, but I wanted to see how much interest there is in S parts.

I know theres a parts wanted/for sale thread, but nothings final yet. So if your looking for some specific parts, let me know.

[macfly]

I could be up for the handle bar controls complete, especially if it is a heated grips one.

[ckcarr]

I'd be in line for the Ohlins if you decide to sell if we could come to a deal.

Thanks!

[2001A6]

Originally Posted by macfly

I could be up for the handle bar controls complete, especially if it is a heated grips one.

Yes they are heated.

Originally Posted by ckcarr

I'd be in line for the Ohlins if you decide to sell if we could come to a deal.

Thanks!

Noted.

Thanks guys, will keep you posted!

[Steve Carlton]

I think Bill Mundis is gonna want the shocks.

[signit98]

Why not get a used motor/tranny and keep the bike running as it is?

It's not going to be that dramatic... these things pop up on ebay or boneyard, are not super expensive and I'd like to think that you may be better off that way...

[Steve Carlton]

Not so sure. What's a nice R1200S worth these days- $9K? What do you think one that's been blown up and had the motor/transmission replaced with a used set- $7-8K? What's the cost of a motor/transmission assembly replacement vs the salvage value of a part-out? Seems close to a toss up to me.

[2001A6]

Looking at around 3 grand or more for a used S engine/trans, then a starter, FPR, ABS. Figuring between the cost of fixing, and the worthless resale value, its a toss up like Steve said.

I wanted to see what interest there is for parts, it is pretty rare, and new parts are insane. So if theres alot of interest, I'll part it out. If not, then maybe rebuild it. I'm open minded right now.

[signit98]

Naturally, it'll only be worth it if you do it yourself... you don't need to have an "S" engine... you still have all the top end components, right?

I have seen blocks go for around $650 and trannys for around $500... starters are to be had for around $120 but I don't know about FPR or ABS module.

It'll not be worthless, as it will not be a salvage, you just have a rebuilt engine in there.... I can't see how that will decrease the value by as much as if it would be a salvage. You are not selling it with the BLOWN engine, you are selling it (if you are ever going too) with a functional setup!

But hey, it's your bike, Matt...

[muzza]

Are you interested in selling the painted pillion Let me know
Good luck whatever way you go

[cageyar]

I'd be interested in the bodywork - let me know.
Thanks.

[shreddr]

like Ralf said, you just need to get some used parts and build it up. you may get a decent price for some of the pieces, but you will end up selling the rest as scrap, like the frame, fork, telelever, drive shaft. etc. you get the picture. if you want an idea of how those things move, go to the german ebay website and search on R1200S and you will find parted out bikes like you are talking about. the desirable stuff goes fast, but most just sits there for a long time.

i posted a few links for you of engines and transmissions, and if you only need a short block it will be even less. why throw out the baby with the bathwater?

here's a few links

BMW R 1200 S, R1200S, Motor bei eBay.de: Markenspezifische Teile (endet 06.03.11 22:34:24 MEZ)

BMW HP2 Megamoto R1200 S Getriebe mit ca. 8300 km TOP bei eBay.de: Markenspezifische Teile (endet 18.03.11 19:26:05 MEZ)

BMW HP2 Megamoto;R 1200S;R 1200 S Getriebe TOP bei eBay.de: Markenspezifische Teile (endet 18.03.11 20:38:40 MEZ)

Getriebe (ca. 4.500 Km) BMW R 1200 S, 06- bei eBay.de: Markenspezifische Teile (endet 09.03.11 23:32:26 MEZ)

[Guest24]

The R1200S is going to become a rare bike in the USA. Unless you need the small amount of cash it will bring as a parts bike- rebuild.

[ckcarr]

I've got to agree with Steve Carlton on this one. Four things to consider are:

1. Your mechanical expertise and enjoyment of projects like the rebuild. Many, many of these type projects end up in the corner of the garage. Are you already experienced with projects like this?

2. Your available time, and desire to do this work. Are you working full-time, part-time, or unemployed? Do you have a knowlege base or will you be devoting time to the manual (reading), and then every weekend though the summer and fall to the project.

3. Your personal finances. These swing both ways. If you have a lot of cash, then you might just want the best you can get out of it, and be willing to absorb the remaining loss. I've blown thousands over the years, just don't look back and don't become paralized by the fear of losing some money. Conversely, If you are short on cash, then you might need the money you receive by parting out for living expenses, or just put that up as a down-payment on something else, and move on.

4. You were provided links to Germany. I certainly would not be going to that trouble to piece back together a bike that won't be worth that much. It may not be worth salvage bike prices, but it's not going to be worth an "immaculate" undamaged price either. Somewhere in between. Most people looking for these bikes want a pristine example, or one that has been well taken care of. Explaining this history will result in a lower price, if only because of the psychological effect. And that brings you back to the difference between parting-out and final selling price (after all parts, labor, fluids, etc...)

Rebuttals?

[Reformed Squid]

If you do part it out, I'm interested in windscreen & wheels.

[Bill Mundis]

I've got some shocks Steve, as well as bags and mounts. Thanks for looking out for me. I'll let you know when I need more parts and accessories.

[Steve Carlton]

Seems to be a good appetite here for your parts...

[ckcarr]

Those guys totally gave me a flashback of the Riviera Country Club (aka. the "Riv") in beautiful Glendale Colorado.

[Guest24]

ck, there are some work-arounds for a couple of these. Dee and others (self included) have found that friends that have the expertise will help in most instances.

This should not be put on the front burner if you have other obligations. The tie you'd spend riding could be the time you allot to the project.

The pace at which you repair the bike can be paced by a cash and carry approach.

I'd stay away from oversea acquisitions if at all possible. The cost of shipping would be better if applied to parts obtained in the USA.

[schoolbusbob]

What about buying a salvaged RT and parting it out the save the "S"?