After the introduction of their first sportbike since the R90S of 1973-76, BMW sponsored a spec race series for their new R1100S in 1999. Running mostly in Europe but expanding to Daytona in 2003-04, the BoxerCup was great international series, with many different riders from different countries winning races during the season. The Boxer…
Introduced in late 1998 as a 1999 model, BMW brought an S-model back to the brand. Pushing 98 hp from the 1098cc boxer, the light(er) weight Beemer could break 12 seconds in the 1/4 mile and very nearly 140 mph. Telelever front end has inherent dive control, and low-maintenance Paralever swingarm encloses shaft drive. This…
After 25 years without, BMW renewed interest in an -S variant, and their design team applied the innovative Telelever front and Paralever rear suspension to a sport motorcycle. 1999 BMW R1100S for sale on eBay The first BMW with clip-ons, passenger seat cowl, and rear-sets, the R1100S also has carbon fiber fenders and underseat exhaust.…
One of 300 sold in the U.S., these were meant to replicate the one make Boxer Cup racing series. The enhancements are subtle and limited to a taller ride height for better clearance with the cylinder heads when leaned over, a throatier exhaust, a wider rear wheel, shorter windscreen, a steering damper, and of course…
In the spirit of Sunday drives, here’s an R1100S BoxerCup for sale in Arizona. It has covered just 4280 miles. Current bid is just over $7k reserve not met and the buy-it-now is $8k. The seller sounds like a true enthusiast and does a great job describing the bike. Good luck to buyers and seller,…
Location: Austin, Texas Mileage: 11,110 Price: Auction, $8,900 BIN We see a few of these here on RSBFS from time to time and BMW isn’t really known for its sport bike dominance. That changed with the S1000RR, a bike that stormed onto the scene, took top honors all over and is now going to be…
Location: St. Augustine, Florida Mileage: 14,641 Price: Auction, currently $6,400 with no reserve Here’s a chance to take home a sportbike that is certainly different than the conventional sportbike known to many. First, BMW builds some killer bikes, but it wasn’t until the recent S1000RR that they got into the in-line four game, a format…
Less Than Subtle: 2003 BMW Boxer Cup Race Bike Update 12.2.2011: Back on eBay. Buy-it-now has been updated to $10.9k compared to $14.5k when listed in early October. Links updated. -dc If a car pulls out in front of you while riding this thing they need their license yanked. Esthetics aside, I’m not at all…