1965 R50/2 BMW Fully Restored with Globe Sidecar

1965 BMW R-Series

Price: US $18,000.00
Item location: Olympia, Washington, United States
Make: BMW
Model: R-Series
SubModel: R50/2
Year: 1965
Mileage: 26,194
VIN: 638562
Color: Black
Engine size: 500
Vehicle Title: Clear
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Description

This 1965 R50/2 BMW has been professionally disassembled to the last fastener and rebuilt from the ground up. It has been test ridden to assure all is in working order. It usually starts on the first kick and runs very smooth with great original power (engine and frame numbers match). It is an enjoyable ride. Even with the rear drive being a standard ratio it hauls very well with the sidecar and passenger. The bike comes with a newer BMW tool set, riginal BMW parts manual, Clymer'sShop Manual and Hand Book, nd a Clymer's Service Manual.

All frame parts and all sheet metal are original and (including sidecar) have been powder coated black and professionally pin striped. The sidecar interior is new upholstery and carpet and a customrack is mounted on the back. The seat frame was rebuilt to tip forward for access to trunk space. The Globe sidecar frame was custom built so Steib mounts could be used and original suspension was machined for sealed roller bearings. The sidecar fender has custom LED front and rear marker lights.A Globe identification tag is on sidecar and is from is period correct (Type is GS200 with chassis number 3437 with date of manufacture unknown) and the Globe emblems are pewter castings.

All wheels (new aluminum rims on bike) have been re-spokedwith new bearings and seals, rake shoes, nd tires installed.

All wiring was visually and electronically checked and replaced when needed and all works with a new 6 volt original style battery. All motorcycle switches, ight housings and lenses are original except for the tail light lens. The Hella brand bar end blinkers are original. Original fasteners were used in most applications and stainless used where chrome fasteners replaced. Many parts re-chromed as well. Please view all photos and ask questions for condition. The Denfield seat is originaland most bike rubber was replaced during the restoration.

Themotorcycle is titled and garaged in Tumwater, ashington where at buyer's cost the bike and sidecar can be picked up by the successful bidder or authorized agent during business hours. Fullpaymentfor bike and sidecar must be secured prior to pick up and title transfer.

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