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1979 BMW R65 Frame no. 6343693 Engine no. 918902 248/33 (see text)

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1979 BMW R65 Registration no. FOD 14V Frame no. 6343693 Engine no. 918902 248/33 (see text) BMW extended its range of horizontally-opposed twins in the late 1970s with the introduction of the R45 and R65. Looking very much like scaled down versions of BMW's larger models, the duo, which shared identical cycle parts, featured sharper, more modern styling while both weight and overall dimensions were reduced. 'The R65 really is an amazing all-rounder,' declared Bike magazine's tester back in 1982. 'There's 100mph perform¬ance, 57mpg if you're gentle and 41mpg if you're not, a five-gallon tank that makes touring Eng¬land at weekends a less anxious business than it usually is, superlative brakes, a comfortable riding position, excellent tyres, long travel sus¬pension and handling that will get you out of trouble over and over again. Add shaft drive and relatively smooth power and you should be marketing a winner. So why don't you see more R65s on British roads?' The answer was, of course, price. At £2,363 in 1982 the R65 was over £600 more expensive than the faster Suzuki GS650 Katana, which likewise offered the convenience of shaft drive. This R65 was purchased by the late owner over 25 years ago, currently displaying 32,618 miles on the odometer, sadly nothing is known of its previous history or when it was last used therefore it is sold strictly as viewed for recommissioning or restoration, the engine does turn over. Offered with a current V5C. It should be noted that the V5C incorrectly states the engine number as '634393'. Offered with key Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio Saleroom notices: There is no key with this lot. Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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1979 BMW R65 Registration no. FOD 14V Frame no. 6343693 Engine no. 918902 248/33 (see text) BMW extended its range of horizontally-opposed twins in the late 1970s with the introduction of the R45 and R65. Looking very much like scaled down versions of BMW's larger models, the duo, which shared identical cycle parts, featured sharper, more modern styling while both weight and overall dimensions were reduced. 'The R65 really is an amazing all-rounder,' declared Bike magazine's tester back in 1982. 'There's 100mph perform¬ance, 57mpg if you're gentle and 41mpg if you're not, a five-gallon tank that makes touring Eng¬land at weekends a less anxious business than it usually is, superlative brakes, a comfortable riding position, excellent tyres, long travel sus¬pension and handling that will get you out of trouble over and over again. Add shaft drive and relatively smooth power and you should be marketing a winner. So why don't you see more R65s on British roads?' The answer was, of course, price. At £2,363 in 1982 the R65 was over £600 more expensive than the faster Suzuki GS650 Katana, which likewise offered the convenience of shaft drive. This R65 was purchased by the late owner over 25 years ago, currently displaying 32,618 miles on the odometer, sadly nothing is known of its previous history or when it was last used therefore it is sold strictly as viewed for recommissioning or restoration, the engine does turn over. Offered with a current V5C. It should be noted that the V5C incorrectly states the engine number as '634393'. Offered with key Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio Saleroom notices: There is no key with this lot. Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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