1981 BMW R65, NO RESERVE!!! VERY CLEAN!! VINTAGE!!! OLD SCHOOL COOL!!!

1981 BMW R-Series

BMW R-Series 1981 technical specifications

Condition: Used
Item location: Mundelein, Illinois, United States
Make: BMW
Model: R-Series
SubModel: R65
Type: Standard
Year: 1981
Mileage: 33,446
VIN: wbm036403b6385266
Color: Black
Engine size: 650
Vehicle Title: Clear
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Description

A cafe look with vintage style and class. Perfect for everyday cruising, t is an absolute joy to ride and puts a smile on anyone's face who takes it out. These airhead engines are bullet proof with minimal upkeep. The 81's received a better clutch than previous years, ual front disk brakes with ATE calipers, nd much more (see below). Beautiful iconic BMW mag wheels!Has adjustable suspension, ew fuel line, resh oil and fluids, ike needs nothing except a new owner.Adult ridden and owned. Well maintained and garage kept. Never dropped, ny cosmetic wear is very minor. You would not think this bike is over 30 years old. Can call or text with questions : 847-815-4120

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1981 BMW R65 changes and improvements -

  • Smaller, ight frame compared to other boxers (quick handling, ess prone to boxer wobble)
  • Lighter than any early 80's 650 (406 lbs dry)
  • Thick upper triple clamp (more front-end stability)
  • Beefy swingarm (less flex in the rear end)
  • Shorter wheelbase than other boxers (quick handling)
  • Decent range (hits reserve at ~220 miles).
  • Dual front disk brakes with ATE calipers.
  • Hundreds of small improvements to all BMW boxers, rom which the R65 benefitted as well. Major improvements:
    • Electronic ignition
    • 40% lighter flywheel (revs & shifts easier)
    • Nikasil lining in cylinders
    • Plastic airbox & "pure air" system (allows richening of carburetion while still meeting emissions regulations)
    • Larger valves (by 2mm each)
    • Additional crossover pipe in exhaust
    • Larger oil pan (increases oil capacity by .2 quart)
    • More cushioning in driveshaft Y throttle cable with splitter instead of two cables.
    • Lighter clutch assembly, on-asbestos clutch plate

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