LOT 284

Property of Peter Ardron 1965 BMW 594cc R69S Registration no. JPC 896C Frame no. 658763 Engine no. 658763

Sold for £12,650 inc. premium

Lot 284

Property of Peter Ardron, 1965 BMW 594cc R69S

The Autumn Stafford Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|13 October 2024, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

Property of Peter Ardron
1965 BMW 594cc R69S
Registration no. JPC 896C
Frame no. 658763
Engine no. 658763

This wonderful R69S motorcycle belongs to Peter Ardron, a well-known and highly respected enthusiast within the BMW community. Restoring these older BMWs has always been his passion, and he probably has more experience of working on them than anyone else in the UK. Indeed, he founded and ran for several years an international vintage BMW club.

Peter acquired this R69S 22 years ago and restored it with no expense spared purely for his own use. Fully rebuilt circa 6,000 miles ago, it has had everything done that it could possibly need. All worn frame and engine parts were replaced to return it to 'as new' condition. Wheel bearings, swinging-arm bearings, and suspension units were renewed and the final drive rebuilt with new bearings. Dream Machine of Nottingham resprayed the frame, fuel tank and mudguards. The engine was rebuilt by Peter; being rebored and fitted with new pistons, valves, valve guides and springs, while the gearbox was rebuilt by marque specialist Bob Porecha 20,000 miles ago. Other notable features include 12-volt lighting, a sports fuel tank, and a US-specification 'comfort' seat. The machine last ran in August 2024. Offered with old/current V5/V5C documents.
Offered with key

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