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WB10364DXB386060: |
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plum 1981 r65 |
(Updated: 2004.5.21) |
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| Purchased: |
4/04 |
| Usage: |
31,000 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Tires: |
metzler |
| Owner: |
Scott Seifert
Email to Scott Seifert
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| Location: |
USA (NorthEast) -- York Pa
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| Experience: |
beginner
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| Bikes Owned: |
1
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Accessories:
Has cheap looking cafe fairing from previous owner. I put on a tank bag.
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Modifications:
none
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Problems:
I already lost a side cover. Have zip tied the remaining one. Would like to find a replacement.(right side) The clutch or transmission is making a squealing noise. It does this in every gear including neutral. When I pull in the clutch lever, it stops squealing. Any ideas?
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Comments:
My dad has owned Bmws since 1970(?) I remember only one bike before that. He's had an r90 since new in '74. We've been doing maintenance and have really brought the bike up in a short time. Have run about five tanks of gas through and like the bike very much. It's a great starter bike.
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6315098: |
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Blue/Silver 1982 R65 |
(Updated: 2004.5.10) |
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| Purchased: |
March 1982 |
| Usage: |
37,000 kilometers, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Bridgestone & Michelin |
| Owner: |
Carl Grundling
Email to Carl Grundling
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| Location: |
Africa (Southern) -- Pretoria
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| Experience: |
30+ years
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| Bikes Owned: |
7
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Accessories:
None
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Modifications:
None
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Problems:
None
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Comments:
I purchased this bike from an 84 year old gentleman that purchased the bike new in 1982. I have the original logbook, stating a genuine mileage of only 37000 km! The bike was in fairly good condition, but I had it resprayed, saddle re-covered and also replaced the front tyre. Some work is still required however .....
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For Sale:
Maybe
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6386988: |
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Black, red +white stripes 1983 R65 |
(Updated: 2004.5.4) |
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| Purchased: |
February 1985 (new old stock) |
| Usage: |
18,000 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Metzler |
| Owner: |
Jim Caldwell
Phone: (319)338-5432
Email to Jim Caldwell
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| Location: |
USA (NorthCentral) -- Coralville, Iowa
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| Experience: |
43 years (first bike was an Indian Scout!)
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| Bikes Owned: |
3
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Accessories:
Factory "Bikini" fairing; cylinder/head protectors, Reynolds rear (behind seat) rack.
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Modifications:
Progressive front springs, motor mount vibration isolators, drilled baffles in end of stock mufflers.
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Problems:
Tachometer--replaced one under warranty in '88. New one began erratic behavior within 12 months of replacement. No(!) other significant mechanical problems.
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Comments:
Bought new in '85--(left-over '83). It's a great little bike for short to medium rides (under 200 miles). Completely original (including paint), always garaged, immaculate. Most of my riding comes during one long trip every year. I've ridden it on a 2500 mile (round trip) excursion to S. Dakota-Wyoming (Sturgis Rallye) during the past 5 years. My riding buddy with the $25K Harley gets PO'd with all the compliments this bike receives, while his Hog gets nary a glance (Hell, they're a dime a dozen at Sturgis; a pristine older BMW stands out like a diamond in a goat's behind!). Only complaint: It's a bit underpowered when fully loaded at altitude (or in a strong headwind). I'll keep this little guy forever!
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098042: |
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blue 1984 R65 |
(Updated: 2004.4.23) |
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| Purchased: |
june 2003 |
| Usage: |
74,000 kilometers, Street/Sport, Other. |
| Tires: |
Bridgestone Spitfire |
| Owner: |
Bill Lowrie
Email to Bill Lowrie
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| Location: |
Canada (Western) -- vancouver
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| Experience: |
1 year
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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Accessories:
BMW Crashbars, Bwm Hardbags, Small windsceen
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Modifications:
after market side stand, beefer than the stock one and much easier to install
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Problems:
Although it idles in normal range(1100rpm) for first little while, after it warms up tends to rev higher (1500+) sugestions? Shifting 1st to second a little clunky somtimes especialy when shes getting warm.
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Comments:
Fun Bike, get lots of appreciative comments. seems easy to work on, adjusted valves, changed all fluids. Parts ain't cheap though. Hand numbing vibration at about 4000-5000rpm(comman I guess. Not sure if would take her on a long trip, seems alittle underpowered and seems a bit twitchy on the highway (short wheel base?) great around town though.
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For Sale:
Maybe
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85612: |
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Azure Blue Metallic 1981 R65 |
(Updated: 2004.4.22) |
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| Purchased: |
04/22/04 |
| Usage: |
20,178 miles, Other. |
| Tires: |
metzlers |
| Owner: |
Jesse Williams
Email to Jesse Williams
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| Location: |
USA (NorthWest) -- Bonney Lake
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| Experience: |
this is the first bike I have owned
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| Bikes Owned: |
1
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Accessories:
Elephant ears and upated mirrors.
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Problems:
small fuel leak from right side bing
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Comments:
I am finding it hard to find a tank bag for this bike. I am planing on going to a rally and need all the space I can get.
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For Sale:
none
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WB1036408D6387224: |
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Blue 1983 R65 |
(Updated: 2004.4.14) |
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| Purchased: |
July 2003 |
| Usage: |
34,000 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Owner: |
Carol Chappell
Phone: 617-699-2299
Email to Carol Chappell
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| Location: |
USA (NorthEast) -- Cambridge, MA
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| Experience: |
3 years riding
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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62597101016: |
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black 1979 r65 |
(Updated: 2004.4.8) |
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| Usage: |
73,207 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
metzeler 33/77s |
| Owner: |
Robert Hutton
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| Location: |
USA (NorthEast) -- Rhode Island
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| Experience: |
First Bike
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| Bikes Owned: |
1
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Accessories:
sport faring
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6370163: |
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Custom Painted in BMW Blue 1982 R65LS |
(Updated: 2004.3.29) |
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| Purchased: |
April 2004 |
| Usage: |
35,000 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Owner: |
Tullio Siragusa
Email to Tullio Siragusa
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| Location: |
USA (NorthEast) -- Nyack NY
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| Experience: |
11 Years
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| Bikes Owned: |
8
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Modifications:
Custom painted BMW Blue; Jetted, Chrome exhaust,
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Problems:
Nothing - collectible conditions
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Comments:
Fun bike - smooth, fast, nimble. Super clean
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For Sale:
$5,000 NON Negotiable. Otherwise.... go pound rocks up your ass.. lol
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6381450: |
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Red 1979 R65 |
(Updated: 2004.3.7) |
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| Purchased: |
3/5/04 |
| Usage: |
2,019 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Tires: |
Metzelers |
| Owner: |
Craig Clark
Phone: (207)283-9830
Email to Craig Clark
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| Location: |
USA (NorthEast) -- Saco, ME
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| Experience: |
25 years
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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6311474: |
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Red 1981 R65 |
(Updated: 2004.3.4) |
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| Purchased: |
October 2003 |
| Usage: |
56,024 miles, Touring. |
| Owner: |
Charlie Malone
Email to Charlie Malone
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| Location: |
UK -- Port Talbot
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| Experience: |
Have BSA single and Honda 750/4 been riding on and off since 1978.
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| Bikes Owned: |
6
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Accessories:
Krauser panniers and handlebar mounted screen for touring.
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Modifications:
None
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Problems:
Cold starting
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Comments:
Wanted an all rounder with ability for occasional touring. Getting out once a week for a 200-300 mile trip, as well as shorter journeys on other days of up to 70 miles. So far delighted with agile handling and comfort. Trip to Spain planned for next summer.
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6412868: |
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Silver 1984 R 65 |
(Updated: 2004.2.21) |
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| Purchased: |
1-12-2004 |
| Usage: |
116,000 kilometers, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Metzeler |
| Owner: |
Roger Garlick
Phone: 0266845545
Email to Roger Garlick
http://members.optusnet.com.au/rogergarlick
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| Location: |
Australia (Eastern) -- Mullumbimby 2482
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| Experience: |
Green horn
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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Accessories:
Stock standard... includes Panniers
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Modifications:
Nil.
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Problems:
Minor detailing. 1500 KM drive back home from where I bought Her & the oil-seal tween the rear-brakes & final drive gave out.. oiks.. no rear brakes due to the rear-pads being Hypoid Oil soaked. So have been thrown in to some mechanical repaires on Her & I am impressed how easy and straight forward she is to work on!
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Comments:
Think she is a buzz!
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6381307: |
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Bronco (Brown) 1979 R65 |
(Updated: 2004.2.9) |
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| Purchased: |
April 1984 |
| Usage: |
65,000 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Metzeler |
| Owner: |
Barry Fitzgerald
Phone: USA 540 371 3253
Email to Barry Fitzgerald
http://members.aol.com/vietwarmem/plaque.htm
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| Location: |
USA (SouthEast) -- Fredericksburg, Virginia
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| Experience: |
26
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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Accessories:
Luftmeister fairing; tall windshield; BMW hardcases; luggage rack
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Modifications:
Installed foam handlebar grips to keep hands from from going numb again after first extended trip. outlet for heated vest installed, with cigarette lighter outlet adapter, just in case of need for 12 volt accessory. Brass rightangle air valves, to access snowflake wheels otherwise nearly impossible to reach with most available nozzles I've encountered.
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Problems:
2 episodes of fork seal replacements. No problems since front fork gaitors installed in late 80's. Accessory hand air pump in frame is ineffective, to put it kindly.
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Comments:
As reliable as a tractor, and more fun.
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90663: |
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black 1999 328IC |
(Updated: 2004.2.5) |
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| Usage: |
99,033 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Owner: |
weaton imports
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| Location: |
USA (SouthEast) -- weston flordia
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6382370: |
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Brown 1980 R65 |
(Updated: 2004.2.4) |
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| Purchased: |
02/2001 |
| Usage: |
56,000 miles, Touring. |
| Tires: |
metzler |
| Owner: |
Scott Norman
Email to Scott Norman
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| Location: |
USA (SouthEast) -- Greensboro
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| Experience: |
10 years on dirt; 3 on the street
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| Bikes Owned: |
4
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Accessories:
Big ugly white samsonite looking Krauser saddle bags. I have new bags, but need to modify the original mount. S-type fairing painted to match. Works shocks on the rear(new). Sealed battery. Runnin-lights front and rear and Hyper-lites in rear.
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Modifications:
None.
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Problems:
Replaced leaky oil pan seal. Fork seals replaced. Not bad for a 24 year old bike.
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Comments:
Runs great and gets 60 Miles per gallon with the new K&N Air filter. No! I didn't expect to get any more power, just better milage. Great handling in the twisties after taking engine guards off.
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6387386: |
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Metallic Blue 1983 R65 |
(Updated: 2004.2.2) |
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| Purchased: |
August 2000 |
| Usage: |
73,958 kilometers, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Bridgestone spitfire |
| Owner: |
Michael Boileau
Phone: 519-843-1699
Email to Michael Boileau
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| Location: |
Canada (Central) -- Fergus, Ontario
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| Experience: |
15 years
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| Bikes Owned: |
5
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Accessories:
This bike has lots of storage space in the form of BMW hard cases, and a nifty chrome rack on the rear over the fender that is slightly adjustable. This machine also has a single sheet plexi-glass wind shield that allows me to ride at highway speeds without wearing goggles or sunglasses
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Modifications:
I've velcro-wrapped a rist watch around the handlebars on the right side so that I can tell time without taking my hands off the bars. The machine also has a throttle lock that has been attached up-side down.
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Problems:
none so far, however there seems to be some valve noise on both sides, I'm not sure if this is normal because this is my first beem. Need to replace fork Seals.
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Comments:
I've replaced many parts over the past couple seasons, they seem to be the rubber parts that are giving up after 20 years Pushrod tube seals (both sides), oil pressure sensor (leaking oil), fork seals, rubber gasket where the tach cable meets the gearbox Fork bearings replace/ regrease, new back tire and seat this winter. The parts aren't cheap, but with this great bike I don't mind spending the money! I put 11'000 km on in '03
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For Sale:
Everything is for sale isn't it? Ya just gotta ask!
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WB1046200H6128426: |
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Metallic Silver 1987 R65 |
(Updated: 2003.12.23) |
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| Purchased: |
1987 |
| Usage: |
26 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
ME 88 |
| Owner: |
Ken Nason
Email to Ken Nason
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| Location: |
USA (NorthEast) -- Medford, MA
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| Experience: |
20 Yamaha TX500, R1100RT
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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Accessories:
Small rear rack, ChaseHarper tank bag, RevPack soft saddle bags.
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Modifications:
Koni shock, Progressive springs, electronic voltage regulator, pilot/running light placed in headlight shell.
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Problems:
Goes through a battery every 3-4 years. Poor charging during city driving, especially w/ headlight on. Gear shift spring broke in the middle of a cross country trip, limped it to a shop 1500 miles away in 5th gear! Black engine paint peeled and chipped. Heat? Fork seal and gear shift lever leaks. Hard starter, needs choke help.
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Comments:
The bike is easy to work on. Best riding position I've ever experienced, and I've ridden a ton of demos. RIDE SAFE!!
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DJEEP230689: |
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blue 1987 r65 |
(Updated: 2003.12.15) |
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| Purchased: |
09-2003 |
| Usage: |
81,000 kilometers, Touring. |
| Tires: |
metzler |
| Owner: |
Jacob lof
Email to Jacob lof
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| Location: |
Europe (Western) -- Barneveld , The Netherlands
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| Experience: |
7
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| Bikes Owned: |
3
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6317981: |
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champagne 1983 R65 |
(Updated: 2003.12.14) |
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| Purchased: |
18/07/2003 |
| Usage: |
72,705 miles, Touring. |
| Tires: |
metzlers |
| Owner: |
Antony Green
Phone: 02476744145
Email to Antony Green
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| Location: |
UK -- Nuneaton
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| Experience: |
23 years
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| Bikes Owned: |
5
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Accessories:
Just purchased an original chrome pannier/ rack Have`nt yet sourced the panniers /wingmirrors/ speedo
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Modifications:
none
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Problems:
Reluctant to start sometimes will stutter and slow to a dead stop at high speed. Speedo works but will not record milage stops recording after 3 miles
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Comments:
This bmw is my 1st and apart from the above problems I really enjoy it.
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For Sale:
Honda cx 500 has had a re-build still requires finishing / exhaust/ rad surround/and setting up of clutch. £475.
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W8103640106387131: |
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BLUE 1983 R65 |
(Updated: 2003.11.30) |
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| Purchased: |
11/28/2003 |
| Usage: |
23,000 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Tires: |
METZLER |
| Owner: |
LARRY MULLENS
Phone: 2058241328
Email to LARRY MULLENS
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| Location: |
USA (SouthEast) -- HOOVER, AL
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| Experience: |
ABOUT 62 YEARS
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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Accessories:
NONE
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Modifications:
NONE
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Comments:
JUST BOUGHT BIKE. DOWNSIZING FROM 1100GS-STAY TUNED
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6311479: |
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red 1981 R65 |
(Updated: 2003.11.28) |
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| Purchased: |
Apr 02 |
| Usage: |
15,800 miles, Touring. |
| Tires: |
metzler |
| Owner: |
Tim Tregale
Phone: 01309 691038
Email to Tim Tregale
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| Location: |
UK -- Kinloss, Scotland
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| Experience: |
30
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| Bikes Owned: |
11
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Accessories:
Ful BMW hard luggage
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Modifications:
Secdem Pullman windscreen. Fork Gaiters.
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Problems:
Fork seals were leaking when purchased. replaced and added gaiters. Rear brake seized (linings came away from shoe) replaced. Experienced hesitant pulling through the rev range. Stripped carbs and renewed diaphragms. Balanced carbs now a noticeable improvement. Changed tyres to Metzlers vast improvement in handling.
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Comments:
My first Beemer. Well pleased with comfort, nimble handling and adequate performance.
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6387825: |
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Black 1984 R65 |
(Updated: 2003.9.19) |
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| Usage: |
20,645 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Owner: |
Joshua Bird
Email to Joshua Bird
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| Location: |
USA (NorthEast) -- Providence, RI
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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6310942: |
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Metallic Green (resprayed) 1981 R65 |
(Updated: 2003.9.14) |
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| Purchased: |
10/1999 |
| Usage: |
71,000 kilometers, Street/Sport. |
| Tires: |
Michelin Macadam 50 |
| Owner: |
Sephton Wolmarans
Phone: +27 58 6232735
Email to Sephton Wolmarans
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| Location: |
Africa (Southern) -- Harrismith
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| Experience: |
8 Years of daily riding since I got my license in high school.
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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Accessories:
None
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Modifications:
New rear shocks (Aftermarket replacements). New exhaust header pipes.
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Problems:
Gearbox output shaft oil-seal failed. Torn carb diaphragm. Brake master cylinder failed.
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Comments:
Lovely commuter, very reliable, low seat and low weight make it very comfortable in town. A bit slow on the open road, don't try and run with the Jap crotch rockets. But it does cruise along nicely at about 130km/h and won't get you any speeding tickets.
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6385599: |
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Black 1981 R65 |
(Updated: 2003.8.19) |
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| Purchased: |
8/81 |
| Usage: |
131,000 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Conti TK11/TK17 |
| Owner: |
Jim von Stein
Phone: 541-479-7344
Email to Jim von Stein
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| Location: |
USA (NorthWest) -- Grants Pass, Oregon
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| Experience: |
35 years, give or take a couple
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| Bikes Owned: |
6
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Accessories:
Rabid Transit fairing, Krauser/BMW bags, Reynolds rack
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Modifications:
Magura S bars (to go with the Rabid Transit),Rick Mayer leather seat, WP Steel Tracker shocks.
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Problems:
A few; had to rebuild the charging system on the way to and at the '98 MOA National, have been going though replacing stuff since: minor transmission rebuild, clutch, front brakes, top end, rebuilt read drive splines, new exhaust system, WP shocks. Stuff wears out over 22 years and 130,000 miles!
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Comments:
This bike is a daily year-round communter and occasional tourer, my main transportation, and has been for much of the time I've owned it. After 16 years, it earned the name "Deerslayer" the hard way, but didn't fall down and got me home afterward. Good bike and a blast to ride! I'm NEVER letting go of it!
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6381499: |
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Metalic Gold 1979 R65 |
(Updated: 2003.8.18) |
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| Purchased: |
01/03 |
| Usage: |
38,762 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Continetial Front and Rear |
| Owner: |
Jim Woodard
Phone: (757) 868-6740
Email to Jim Woodard
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| Location: |
USA (SouthEast) -- Poquoson, VA
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| Experience: |
8+ years with a 25 year break in the middle
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| Bikes Owned: |
4
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Accessories:
Rifle fairing installed, H&P touring bags, custom saddle w/gel insert.
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WB1036407D6387246: |
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BLUE (501) 1983 R65 |
(Updated: 2003.8.17) |
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| Purchased: |
07/30/2003 |
| Usage: |
21,974 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
METZLER |
| Owner: |
ALAN KLEPACKI
Email to ALAN KLEPACKI
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| Location: |
USA (SouthWest) -- Arvada, CO
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| Experience: |
3 yr
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| Bikes Owned: |
3
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Accessories:
extendable luggage rack
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Modifications:
none
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