You have just entered our Restoration Page. Here you will find images and stories about some of the past, present and future Bench Mark Works restoration projects. We don't just restore these bikes we make them better than the originals. Often we get comments from our customers: "it feels like a new bike", and we reply – “that's because it is!”
After a full restoration we refer to these bikes as being "remanufactured". Every system or part is meticulously brought back to its former glory or better. We use stainless steel parts where possible, superior paint formulas that accurately match the originals which we then water-sand and buff to a concourse finish. Upgraded electrical and ignition systems are available, as are modern rubber compound tires with period tread patterns. Performance upgrades are also very popular on our post 70's machines - big bore kits, sport cams - you name it we can do it. Our head mechanic is a performance specialist who has a rich BMW racing background and knows what it takes to enhance these bikes - safely. Please contact us if you would like more information about our restorations.
This Dover white bike belonged to a Montreal man who obviously loved riding it. After his unfortunate passing, his son brought it to us to restore in his father’s honour. Unfortunately we don't get the chance to build many Dover white /2's, so this was a real pleasure. During this restoration a few of our "regulars" commented how beautiful the Dover white is and that want their next bike to be Dover white.
We were commissioned by a well known Toronto artist to build the best R60 in Canada. Well this was a challenge we just couldn't refuse. This bike is one very-accessorized show stopping machine. We installed:
· A large sport tank
· Hoske sport mufflers (top quality ones, not the cheap reproductions)
· A Sport cam
· A Lighten flywheel (we do these in-house using the original flywheel and knock it down to about 5 lbs.)
· High lip alloy rims
· An original Hella spotlight mirror (we tracked this mint one from Europe)
· A tachometer kit
· A 12 volt electrical system upgrade (but we still kept the magneto ignition)
After the colour coats, we applied the stripes, followed by multiple coats of clear (not original – but looks amazing). Currently we are working closely with the owner to make a set of custom leather bags (we'll post pictures when they’re done)
Obviously we can't do every restoration within this tight time-line, but we will certainly try to meet your requirements.
