BMW R90 S, 1974

Chassis/Chassis no. 4072150 Engine/Engine no. 4072150 - BMW's first "superbike" -Fast and usable -BMW's first "superbike" -Fast and usable BMW R90 S, 1974 The BMW R 90 S was to all intents and purposes a revolutionary motorcycle for the company, as it combined the concept of a touring and sports motorcycle in a single machine. Compared by many to the renowned R 50 S and R 69 S, the R90 S combined the pleasure of a true grand tourer with the sportiness of a thoroughbred superbike. Designed by Hans Muth (who would later go on to design the legendary Suzuki Katana) and distinguished by two unique colours, the R90 S was an epoch-making bike: exclusive, fast and above all reliable, it was one of the protagonists of the Maxi era of the 1970s. The bike, offered for the first time at auction, has been part of the collection of a Roman enthusiast for several years. The BMW R 90 S was to all intents and purposes a revolutionary motorbike for the House of the Helix as it combined the concept of touring and sports motorbikes in a single vehicle. Compared by many to the renowned R 50 S and R 69 S, the R90 S combined the pleasure of a true grand tourer with the rage of a thoroughbred superbike. Designed by Hans Muth (who would later go on to design the legendary Suzuki Katana) and distinguished by two unique colours, the R90 S was an epoch-making bike: exclusive, fast and above all reliable, it was one of the protagonists of the Maxi era of the 1970s. The bike on offer has been part of the same collection of a Roman enthusiast for several years. Always used regularly, it is offered for the first time at auction.