1980 BMW R65 motorcycle (tax / mot exempt- historic Vehicle)
The classic sports tourer referred to by BMW in 1980 as “the most sporting of BMW’s compact machines.”
This lovely example has been carefully maintained and treated to new paint, reconditioned wheels and regular servicing.
She has been used regularly during the dry weather to ensure that she continues in good working order and is now available for sale. Now officially a historic vehicle she now benefits from being TAX and MOT exempt.
This is a private sale by the owner and delivery can be arranged in mainland UK for an additional charge.
| Engine | ||
| Motor Type | Four-stroke two cylinder horizontally opposed “Boxer” engine, air cooled | |
| Bore x Stroke | 82 x 61.5 mm (3.22 x 2.42 in) | |
| Displacement | 649.6 cc | |
| Max Power | 45 hp (33 Kw) at 7,250 rpm. From 1981 50 hp 37 Kw at 7,250 | |
| Max Torque | 50 Nm / 36 ft lb at 5,500 rpm. From 1981 model: 52.3 Nm / 38 ft lb at 6500 rpm | |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2 : 1 | |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 2 | |
| Valve Control | OHV, using push rod and rocker arm | |
| Carburation System | 2 constant depression carburettors, Bing 64/32/2030 – 64/32/2040 or 64/32/307 – 64/32/308 | |
| Engine Lubricating System | Wet sump | |
| Power Transmission | ||
| Clutch | Dry single plate, with diaphragm spring | |
| Number of Gears | 5 | |
| Gear Selection | Dog type gearbox (ratchet foot lever) | |
| Gearbox Ratios | 4.4 / 2.86 / 2.07 / 1.67 / 1.50 : 1 | |
| Rear Wheel Ratio | 1: 3.44 | |
| Bevel/Crownwheel | 9 / 31 teeth | |
| Electrical System | ||
| Ignition System | Battery ignition. From 1981 model: Contact free electronic ignition | |
| Alternator | Bosch 280 W | |
| Starter | Bosch 0.7 hp | |
| Chassis | ||
| Type of Frame | Double loop tubular frame with bolt on rear section | |
| Front wheel suspension | Telescopic fork with hydraulic shock absorber | |
| Rear wheel suspension | Long swinging arm with adjustable strut | |
| Spring Travel Front/Rear | 175 / 110 mm (6.88 / 4.33 in) | |
| Wheel Rims, Front | 1.85 B 18 | |
| Wheel Rims, Rear | 2.50 B 18 | |
| Tyres, Front | 3.25 S 18 | |
| Tyres, Rear | 4.00 S 18 | |
| Brakes, Front | Twin disc ATE 2 piston caliper to 1979. 1979 on models Brembo 2 piston caliper | |
| Brakes, Rear | Simplex drum brake 200 mm / 7.87 in diameter | |
| Dimensions/Weights | ||
| Length x Width x Height | 2110 x 688 x 1090 mm (83.07 x 27.08 x 42.91 in) | |
| Wheel Base | 1390 mm / 54.72 in to 1980. 1400 mm / 55.11 in | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 litres / 4.83 gal / 5.81 gal US | |
| Unladen Weight with Full Tank | 205 Kg / 451 lb | |
| Max. Permissible Weight | 398 Kg / 876 lb | |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm / 5.11 in | |
| Seat Height (Unladen) Up to 1980 | 770 mm (30.3 inches) | |
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