K11 Owners Group

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 8:47 am Post subject: Nearly new '97 K-LT 7500 miles

I don't want to start looking like the used bike version of Billy Mays but this is on the BMWMOA Flea Market site:

http://www.bmwmoa.org/flea/detail.php?siteid=19945&catid=1

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'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
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Jim · Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 1:04 pm Post subject:

Hmmm - no topcase, heated grips - or radio... I think he might be a bit high - the exhaust is discolored...
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1997 K1100LTSE 94,000 - still has gremlins!
1995 R100RT Classic 16,650 crashed - repaired!
1992 K75RTP 46,000

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Phil Marvin · Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 6:06 pm Post subject:

don good · Joined: 12 May 2007 Posts: 20

If i remember correctly, this model was intended to clean out the parts and units due to the new k12's, these sold new for $9900 or close.

WHibbs · Joined: 10 Oct 2005 Posts: 16

I bought mine (same year, color, but With heated grips) for 4200.

This one looks pretty clean though. I can't believe it has so few miles. It's not even broke in yet. Great Bike!
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don good · Joined: 12 May 2007 Posts: 20

I tried my darndest to buy this ride. The seller thinks it is the last one avail anywhere and was not receptive to my offer, (which was in line with reality). He has pulled the ad until spring. Too bad, then it will be 13 yrs old. I dont get it. I doubt buyers were knocking his door down.

Scott_Anderson · Posted: Mon Nov 23, 2009 6:45 pm Post subject:

You know it's a shame that MOA won't show the complete adds for non-members.
I wonder how many sales that are being lost because of that.
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1995 K1100LT 0302044
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1997 K1100LT 0302488(R.I.P.)
1997 R1100RT ZC62149(sold)

don good · Joined: 12 May 2007 Posts: 20

I totally agree, I bet the sellers wouldnt care one bit, if a non member had access to their products. It really makes little sense to limit the marketplace.

Mystic Red · Posted: Mon Nov 23, 2009 9:31 pm Post subject:

The magazine its self is worth the membership. To me any way. Smile

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don good · Joined: 12 May 2007 Posts: 20

I was a member for over 20 years and when i sold the BMW i let membership lapse. I am just now renewing my interest in another BMW and dont see why a non member is precluded from the on line info. Yes the magazine was worth it, until the interest wained. Besides, I dont like how bmwna is thumbing their nose at their customers.

owrstrich · Posted: Mon Nov 23, 2009 10:56 pm Post subject:

Scott_Anderson · Posted: Mon Nov 23, 2009 10:57 pm Post subject:

I can see that same summary page as you Jo. but beyond that I can't go for any more details on any of the listings.
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Ride safe.

1995 K1100LT 0302044
2017 FLHTK Ultra Limited
Garmin StreetPilot 2820
Garmin Zumo 550
Garmin Zumo XT
"One who does not ask questions is ashamed to learn" Danish proverb
1997 K1100LT 0302488(R.I.P.)
1997 R1100RT ZC62149(sold)

don good · Joined: 12 May 2007 Posts: 20

That is as much info as you can get as a non member, you cant find out where item is or any pertinent info.

Flying Duck · Posted: Mon Nov 23, 2009 11:07 pm Post subject:

LT's are like fine wine. They get better with age. It'll be worth $7,000 by spring. Laughing

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94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
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don good · Joined: 12 May 2007 Posts: 20

Im about to get real serious on this ride and if it is as nice as it appears in the photos he supplied me, with heated grips, factory topcase, new tires, cover, 1 year westco battery, 7500 miles, what is general opinion of the most I should pay. Where would I start to be on the losing side?

Off the grid · Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2009 12:57 pm Post subject: Re: 97 k11

don good · Joined: 12 May 2007 Posts: 20

I understand about value to buyer, but, im pretty sure there are some pretty savvy members here that have exposure to this kind of question and their input would be a big assist. Im comfortable and savvy enough about the bike, but removed from value and dont want to get in where I cant get out, either.

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2009 3:18 pm Post subject:

I bought my '93 K1100RS 3 years ago for $4000 with 30,000 miles but that doesn't equate very well with the bike you are looking at.

THE big unknown isn't what is an acceptible price to the seller but what hidden repairs might be needed. All the K1100 bikes are aging and especially rubber parts are drying out (that caused my clutch failure this summer). Other parts may be experiencing corrosion.
If you have the ability and the space to do your own work then any repairs aren't such a big $$$ hit.

I got sort-of lucky with my RS- it wasn't a money pit but it has needed some "beyond regular maintenance" work over the past 2 years.

Now that I reallly haven't answered any part of your question- I wish you luck if you become a K bike owner Smile

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'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.

Flying Duck · Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2009 3:19 pm Post subject:

$4,500
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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
Buy parts HERE

SugarHillCTD · Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2009 3:32 pm Post subject:

I was thinking $5k MAX
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'92 K100RS4V Pearl White SOLD
'04 K1200GT
IBA Several-SS1k, BBG, 50CC NYC to S.F.