Private seller
BMW R65 Scrambler / gs
€3,850 · Bidding
19820 km
Bruchterveld, OV - Jan
Marktplaats.nl
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Bmw
R 65
Classic · 645 cc
For sale now13 motorcycles
- Engine
- 645 cc
- Power
- 45 hp
- Weight
- 190 kg
- Price range
- €3,290 – €9,650
- Avg. mileage
- 15,000 km
- Common year
- 1984 · 7 motorcycles
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R 65 at a glance
Quick reference values. Model year, generation and trim can differ.
Displacement
645 cc
Power
45 hp · 33 kW
Torque
52 Nm
Category
Classic
Specifications
- Displacement
- 645 cc
- Power
- 45 hp · 33 kW
- Torque
- 52 Nm
- Weight
- 190 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Top speed
- 165 km/h
- Production
- 1978 – 1987
- Category
- Classic
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Generations and editions
Features and handling differ by generation. Use this overview to find the right version.
1 variants
Years
1978 - 1987
R 65
GenerationThe 1978–1987 BMW R 65 is the compact 645 cc air-cooled boxer with shaft drive. Check carburettors, valve clearance and oil leaks, final drive and brakes, plus frame, electrics and quality of any restoration or conversion.
645 cc45 hp2 cyl.
About this model
About the Bmw R 65
The BMW R 65 is a 645cc shaft-drive boxer twin produced from 1978 to 1987 (with some production variants). BMW introduced the R 65 as a compact, lighter entry-level model alongside the larger R 80 and R 100, aimed at riders seeking a reliable everyday motorcycle with typical BMW character. The engine produces 45 hp and is of straightforward, robust construction.
The R 65 suits riders looking for a classic BMW boxer as an entry point or as a dependable used machine. The compact dimensions and lower kerb weight of around 190 kg make it more accessible than the bigger boxers. Shaft drive eliminates chain maintenance. It is popular with classic European motorcycle enthusiasts and BMW vintage collectors, and rides reliably after forty years when properly maintained.
- Category
- Classic
- Production
- 1978 – 1987
- Power
- 45 hp
- Weight
- 190 kg
Before you buy
What to check before buying
- Check valve clearances; the boxer twin needs a valve check every 10,000 km; skipped services cause power loss
- Inspect the carburettor float bowls for leaks and rubber inlet manifolds for age cracking
- Examine the shaft drive for oil leaks and rear wheel bevel gear backlash
- Check Bing carburettor synchronisation; uneven fuelling causes vibration
- Inspect front fork springs and seals for oil weeping; forks of this era are prone to age wear
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about the Bmw R 65
What does a used Bmw R 65 cost?
A used Bmw R 65 costs €6,950 on average. Most cost €3,290 to €9,650. This is based on 13 motorcycles for sale now.
How many used Bmw R 65 are for sale?
MotorMonitor now compares 13 used Bmw R 65 motorcycles from Dutch sales sites.
What year and mileage does an average used Bmw R 65 have?
The average used Bmw R 65 is from 1984 and has done about 15,000 km.