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| Gaurav Vaarik | 23/10/2026 13:14 | ₹9,99,000.00 | |
| Auction started | 17/10/2026 14:43 | ||
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1962 BMW R27 250 cc
Piece of Bavarian Heritage: BMW R27 (250cc Single-Cylinder)
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Featured Listing
Yes
Vehicle Type
Bike
Make
BMW Motorrad
Model
R27
Year of Manufacture
1962
Year of Registration
1962
State of Registration
Maharashtra
Engine Capacity (CC)
250
Odometer Reading (KM)
4000
Number of Owners
2
Transmission
Manual
Fuel Type
Petrol
Start Type
Kick
Brake Type
Drum
Restoration Status
Original
Original RC Available
Yes
Seller City
Mumbai
Seller State
Maharashtra
Highlights
A classic BMW R27 250cc
📌 Key Highlights & Specs:
Engine: 247cc OHV Single-Cylinder (18 HP)
Drive: Shaft Drive with Earles Fork Front Suspension
Design Feature: Factory rubber-isolated engine mounts for ultra-smooth riding
Condition: Unrestored survivor with original patina
Mechanics: Engine runs exceptionally smooth, crisp shifting, clean electricals
Documentation: Title/Registration clear & up to date
Why This Is Special
What makes the BMW R27 (250cc) exceptionally special and highly sought after by collectors comes down to its unique engineering, historical significance, and legendary build quality:
1. BMW’s Only Rubber-Mounted Single-Cylinder
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Smooth-Riding “Thumper”: Single-cylinder motorcycles are naturally prone to heavy engine vibration. To solve this, BMW completely suspended the engine and transmission on heavy rubber mounts inside the frame.
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Silky Smooth Cruise: This isolated the engine’s vibration from the handlebars, footpegs, and frame, giving the R27 a surprisingly smooth, refined ride compared to any other vintage 250cc single-cylinder of its era.
2. The End of an Era (Historical Rarity)
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Final Single-Cylinder Shaft Drive: The R27 (produced from 1960 to 1966) was the last single-cylinder motorcycle BMW manufactured for nearly three decades (until the F650 in 1993).
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The Ultimate Evolution: It represented the highest peak of development for BMW’s post-war shaft-driven 250cc series (following the R24, R25, and R26).
3. Iconic Chassis & Suspension Engineering
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Earles Front Fork: Features the legendary Earles leading-link front fork setup. Designed specifically for sidecar work and heavy touring, it prevents front-end dive under heavy braking and gives the bike a plush, stable ride quality.
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Fully Enclosed Shaft Drive: Unlike chain-driven competitors that required constant adjustment and cleaning, the R27’s fully enclosed shaft drive system is remarkably low-maintenance, clean, and durable.
4. Peak Performance for a 250cc
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18 Horsepower Engine: Thanks to a revised camshaft, higher compression ratio, and an upgraded 26mm Bing carburetor, the R27 produced 18 hp—a noticeable bump over its predecessor, the R26 (15 hp).
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Capable Cruiser: It was capable of top speeds around 80 mph (130 km/h), making it a very usable, highway-capable vintage machine.
5. High Collector Value & Investment Appeal
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Mechanical Masterpiece: Because it was relatively expensive when new, fewer were produced compared to smaller lightweight bikes of the 1960s.
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Resale Stability: Clean, matching-number R27s consistently command top dollar at classic auctions (such as Bring a Trailer, Mecum, and Bonhams) because of their reliability, museum-grade aesthetics, and rich German heritage.
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