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VIN WB1036509D63371323

1983 BMW R65LS

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Winston Salem, North Carolina 271038,000 milesManual
SoldOct 13, 2020
Sold for$8,000
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Summary
This 1983 BMW R65LS, finished in Henna Red and black, was originally sold to Supertramp member John Helliwell and is now offered by its third owner. The motorcycle features an R65LS fairing, hard-sided panniers, and shows 8k miles on the odometer. Recent service includes fluid changes, valve adjustments, and carburetor cleaning in 2016, with an oil change in 2019; minor paint blemishes and a scuff on a pannier are noted.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
10 (17%)
Apr 18, 2025
Color
Red
9 (15%)
Jun 18, 2025
Transmission
55 (92%)
Sep 29, 2025
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Listing history

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  • Oct 13, 2020
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    Sold· this listing
    $8k
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#2 of R65s in 2020
Bottom 20% of all listings in 2020
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Top 40% of all listings in 2020
Bids
14
#2 of R65s in 2020
Top 50% of all listings in 2020
Comments
62
#1 of R65s in 2020
Top 30% of all listings in 2020
Top Comments
johnahelliwell I really enjoyed this motorcycle when I had it in the '80s. It's good for two-up, it's nimble and quick. Very ... View more
leb1967 The future was a lot cooler back then.
Silverporsche993 Bought one new in ‘83. Sold it a year later when I got married. Found It again 10 years ago, and will have it ... View more
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