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A peice of junk, that is what it is.
Plus, it is still boxer powered! And, unique.Who cares? If it runs and the owner enjoys riding it, it doesn't matter how it is powered.
I have owned Porsche and VW, but I am unsure. I am only sure it is a boxer engine. Must say though, I like it a lot.That's harsh
Looks like a trick side car rig to me.
The engine looks more like a Porsche unit than a VW. (Any Porsche affcicandos out there?)
A peice of junk, that is what it is.
VW engine? 1980 wheels, only thing BMW about that is the frame and tank.
A peice of junk, that is what it is.
VW engine? 1980 wheels, only thing BMW about that is the frame and tank.
Showing my ignorance here, but if the horsepower was no better, why add the extra weight and complexity? Torque improvement? Just because he could? Just curious, I like to see customization, especially on the mechanical side, not just cosmetics.
True. But the ol' boxer motorcycle engines are not that much different. So, the engine would be familiar to a VW mechanic, which is how Matt Parkhouse got involved in BMW bikes; via VW's. Of course the parts availability is a separate issue.I can think of one thing right away; VW engines are everywhere.
My wife used to be really into the VW thing, and the best thing about it was that parts were easy to find and cheap (new or used). She could even get a remanufactured engine delivered to her door for less than $700.
I understand the only thing the bike gains by swapping in one of these engines is weight.
However, the owner can ride anywhere in the western hemisphere without worrying about finding parts, or people familiar with the engine, if he needs them.
Thanks Kevin, for "the rest of the story".
you competing with drummerdude for the "young and grumpy 2009" award?