
2003 BMW R1100S Boxer Cup Replika
Miles: 425
Clean New York Title
Listed Price: $11,900
Sportbike fans of today know BMW as the manufacturer of the superb S1000RR, a cutting-edge inline four with a sophisticated electronic package but relatively conventional specification: telescopic forks, aluminum beam frame, 999cc inline four engine. But, prior to that bike’s introduction in 2008, BMW was known primarily for their much more… practical designs, touring bikes with unconventional suspensions and powered almost exclusively by their signature horizontally-opposed twin engines. Hardly the stuff of boy-racer dreams. In an effort to shrug off that somewhat staid image, BMW built their R1100S, a bike that featured all the same basic building blocks, but here optimized for a more sport-touring mission, with the emphasis on “sport.” The bike was relatively light at about 500lbs wet, power from the 1085cc twin was boosted to almost 100hp, and the bike had excellent handling, although the signature Telelever front end came in for some criticism regarding vague feel at the limit. Today’s BMW Boxer Cup Replika sought to drum up a bit of interest in a one-make racing series that featured the bike, as well as fix some of its problems, with Öhlins shocks at the front and rear to increase handling prowess, and a freer-flowing Laser exhaust that helps the bike at least sound a bit faster.

2003 BMW Boxer Cup Replica only 425 Miles, 1 of 1500 made, just serviced, runs perfect, Laser exhaust.
Very collectible and fun to ride.
This 2003 BMW R1100S Boxer Cup Replica is one of 200 produced for the model year and is powered by an air-cooled 1,085cc opposed twin paired with a six-speed transmission. It is finished in a white and blue paint scheme with racing decals, and equipment includes a hydraulic dry clutch, a carbon-fiber front fender and engine covers, Telelever front and Paralever rear suspension, clip-on handlebars, a belly pan, and dual mufflers exiting under the seat. The bike is said to have primarily been kept on static display, and it was acquired by its current owner. This R1100S Boxer Cup has 425 miles comes with the original tool kit and a clean New York Title
The $11,900 being asked here is very much top-of-the-market for a Boxer Cup Replika, but I doubt you’ll ever find one with lower miles. Maybe there’s one out there somewhere, still in its original crate? This example is a museum piece and, if that’s your bag, then this is your bike. I like the R1100S: they’re excellent real-world sportbikes, with plenty of power and handling, matched to comfortable ergonomics. Personally, I’m not sure I’d want to spend the extra money to get a Cup Replika version, but there’s no doubting they look great, and the updated Öhlins suspension bits are a tasty upgrade.
-tad
Hey Tad. Just few details to add. Based n the vin, this bike is #80. From the photos, it’s missing a pillion seat cover and bolts. It’s a non-ABS model, which is a good thing given the fragile ABS diaphragm which made bleeding the braking system a $2000 gamble. No heated grips either as those usually came together with ABS. This BCR’s stock suspension is not Ohlins and it didn’t leave the factory with the Laser exhaust. The exhaust appears to be a full system with the cat delete.
i agree with you that this seller is reaching for the sky price wise. Yes, it’s an uber low mile BCR, but usually such low mile examples are prized for their originality and this particular example is little wide off the mark. On the other hand it’s interesting that certain upgrades don’t detract from the price but add to it, and only if the original parts are included with the bike.
When the R11S was still fresh, many quality aftermarket manufacturers offered tasty upgrades. These were never cheap but neither was any version of the R11S, the Boxer Cup being at the top of ghe food chain. Most owners could afford said upgrades but as the market value of the R11S declined so did the pricey aftermarket upgrades. Most of the suspension, wheel, and exhaust upgrades are practically unobtanium.
The full Laser system is worth about $1k on its own, maybe even a little more to the right party. The Ohlins suspension would have been a game changer here. The front and rear rarely pop up on the market, but a full set will run you anothe $1k and at that price will likely require a $700 rebuild. There some companies that still make the R11S suspension but Ohlins is the one most valued. BTW, the shocks on the Cupare different from a standard R11S.
The Cup is one of my favorite bikes to ride. Extremely stable and the weight comes into play at low speeds. When it’s in the canyons it feels like it’s on rails. For someone not too familiar with the R11S the BCR may not make much sense mainly due to its price. A clean one with average miles will run around $6k, though Ive recently seen some very good bargains as the owners are getting older and just moving them on rather than have these great machines deteriorate from sitting. However, this also means that a nice clean R11S can be had for under $4k, a price category that is seriously lacking for any competition to this model Beemer. I’m definitely keeping mine until I’m ready to hang up the gloves, at which time it will reside in my living room along with the F4.
When the ad says “odometer broken”, how can you believe it has only 425 miles? For the money asked, you would think the seller would fix it first. Really..
Hey man, I thought you might chime in! Appreciate the expertise of an enthusiast owner, and always good to see you actually out riding your exotics.
I own a ’99 R1100S (ABS model) in the Silver & Mandarin paint scheme (The “Bumblebee”)…and just love it. Although w/several bikes plated & insured and living in NYS (weather restricted)…I don’t ride it enough to make sense (other than being “addicted” some 56 years to the sport) to have more than 1 or 2 motorcycles. I purchased it some 3-4 years ago w/just 11K miles on it. Original owner did some switch-outs …adding some carbon-fiber parts…switched out the exhaust to a “Shark” 4-Tipped performance series (German aftermarket item)…and changed the front & rear suspension to Ohlins.
Having never owned any BMW bikes in the 75+ bikes I’ve owned since 1969…I am quite impressed with the all-around capabilities…when it comes to non-insane street riding (and maybe a few moments of insanity)! Most of the mounts I’ve had have been 1970’s thru 1990’s and a few early 2000’s Big-Bore Japanese Sport & Sport-Touring models. The R11S now has 12K+ on it…and as soon as the NYS weather gets better (been quite rainy lately and only in the 50’s) I’ll be taking it out for the start of it’s 2025 riding season.
I always have something to ride in an ever rotating small collection of bikes. In the past few years have sold several others and replaced them with something else that I had my eye on…but have kept the BMW just because it’s really something special. I now understand how riders who either owned one and sold it (and regretted it) or currently own one…have so many nice things to say about these bikes!
I too saw the “odometer broken” in the ad but thought it was an error by the seller. Looks like it was noticed and corrected. Agree that there’s a possibility of the mileage rollback but checking registration history and running a VinData Motorcycle History report might help in the verification proces.
@Tad Diemer, thank you brother. It’s what they are there for. Just wish I could put more miles on the F4…