Living with an old BMW Boxer? (R100RT etc)

[ph9]

You used to see a load of these around, but I think I only saw one on the road this year.

I'm semi-interested in an early 1980's bike - maybe an R100 or R80.

Are all parts still available?

Are they still up to being used as an everyday ride?

Is corrosion a major issue?

At what sort of mileage do they give up, or is it possible to take them to the moon and back with just regular servicing?

Once used to it, are they a decent ride - eg stable on A-roads, and decent handling on B-roads, and adequate performance?

[ph9]

It sounds like it might be right up my street.

I tend to keep vehicles, and like to put higher mileages on them, so would be okay with spending a bit of money to upgrade suspension wtc when required.

[ph9]

Thanks very much!

What's better about the 1990 and later bikes - is it mainly the monoshock rear suspension?

As you say, it looks like a number have been converted to scarmblers and cafe racers, and prices seem quite high. I suspect that finding a low mileage mint one for £2000 might take some time!